Super Legendary Superstar

On the night of the 3:3 tie in the finals, all the Spurs players breathed a sigh of relief and had a good night's sleep early. However, Spurs assistant coaches Chad Forhill and Popovich were already thinking about Game 7 late at night. question.

Chad already admires Popovich so much that he doesn't dare to have any more doubts. The current situation is that not only will the Magic's season end, but it will also trigger a series of internal changes and even affect the pattern of the entire Eastern Conference. All of this It was Popovich who caused it, he directed it all.

"In Game 7, the Magic had no choice but to make a desperate move. It all depended on Sun. We had been worried that he had hidden abilities that we didn't know about. In the most critical game of the finals, no matter what abilities he has, he will not be able to do it in the next game. They should all be able to use it. What I am more worried about is his three-pointer. Think about the seventh game between the Magic and the Heat last year. The Heat lost to the Magic with a three-pointer. Once Sun goes crazy, Monta Ellis will If a few guys join in, the situation may get out of control." Chad expressed his concerns.

Popovich listened carefully, nodded and said: "I have thought of this a long time ago. Constant outside shooting, especially three-pointers, is basically his only hope of winning the championship. This guy always likes to try his luck. He His luck has always been very good. This season, he celebrated his victory earlier than Gilbert Arenas. You can see that he has always been very lucky, so I will block his outside shooting in the next game, regardless of whether he Whether the three-point shot is really accurate or a blur, he can't make it."

Chad smiled: "The Magic don't have Dwight Howard inside. Even if Sun breaks into the penalty area, we can put all the defense on him. No matter who the backup center the Magic sends, they won't be too much of a threat. By the way, will Paul Millsap threaten us? Although he is still a rookie and a second-round pick, Sun has always had a good vision. I have also noticed this guy. He can play in the high and low posts and can also pass the ball. …”

Popovich stretched out his hand and did not let Chad continue: "I have paid attention to this person. He will be a good player in the future. The Magic have found a treasure. However, if you think Tim Duncan will lose to a first-year player A rookie, and you have advantages in all aspects, then you are looking down on Duncan too much."

Chad smiled shamefully: "That's true. I'm too worried. No one can suppress Tim Duncan. The next game will be Duncan's exhibition game!"

Hearing this, Popovich leaned back and said melancholy: "Oh? Really? Then Tony Parker will be unhappy. So far, he is the best player in the finals. Tim If Duncan steals his trophy, will the two of them fight?"

"Hahaha..." Chad knew that Popovich was making fun of the Magic. In the Spurs, Popovich has the final say, and no matter who wins the Finals MVP from Duncan, Parker, or Ginobili, there will be no one like him. Magic questions.

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The next day, Magic team training facility.

After Howard was injured, he didn't stay with his teammates, and he didn't come today. The current situation makes every Magic player feel very uneasy. In these past games, they have relied too much on Howard, and that kind of dependence is not enough. Second to Sun Zhuo, having a dominant big man inside will always make people feel more at ease.

Darko Milicic, who is 2.13 meters tall, is ready to be the starting center, but starting in the most critical game that the whole world is watching is not a good thing. If he plays well, he can naturally become famous all at once. , but Darko Milicic is very aware of his abilities. He has different styles from Howard. It is simply impossible to completely fill Howard's shoes.

Paul Millsap is also ready to be called by Sun Zhuo. He has been praised by Sun Zhuo for his ability in this area before. Although he is short in height, he has strength and speed, and his rebounding and shot-blocking abilities are very good.

Coach Hill has also planned to choose one of the two to be the starting center in the final game.

Before he could fully decide, Sun Zhuo came to the training hall.

"Boss."

"You're here, are you resting well?"

Players and coaches looked at Sun Zhuo one after another. In their eyes, Sun Zhuo was the savior. If they wanted to win the seventh game and win the championship, they could only rely on Sun Zhuo.

Sun Zhuo stepped forward and briefly greeted everyone. Seeing that everyone's morale was low, he stood in front of them and asked, "Do you still remember the name of the NBA's promotional video for this season?"

"Where amazing happens." Monta Ellis answered first, with a firmer gaze than the others, "I played your piano single "Everyday" on a loop for a long time last night."

"I listened too." Paul Millsap also suddenly took a step forward and looked at Sun Zhuo expectantly.

At this time, Coach Hill glanced at Paul Millsap and said to Sun Zhuo: "Dwight Howard was unfortunately injured and unable to play in the seventh game. This is an unavoidable fact. Fortunately, you are still here. Next game The starting center of the game, I think..."

"Me." Sun Zhuo suddenly spoke.

Everyone was silent and stunned, with confused expressions on their faces. They seemed to have not yet understood what Sun Zhuo meant. Coach Hill quickly said: "Oh, okay, it's up to you to choose, Paul Millsap and Darko." Milicic takes Howard's place."

Sun Zhuo looked at Coach Hill again and said again: "I said, I will replace Dwight Howard and be the center in the next game."

This time, everyone was shocked. Sun Zhuo wanted to play center? Is this a joke?

Monta Ellis stared at Sun Zhuo with his mouth wide open, thinking to himself: "There are some comments on the Internet saying that he is not as good as Dwight in his contribution. In terms of rebounds and blocks, Dwight also outperformed him. Isn't that right?" Is he doing this just to compete with Dwight and prove that he can also play center?"

At present, the conflict between Sun Zhuo and Howard has become a public matter. After Howard was injured and missed the game, Sun Zhuo, a small forward with a height of 2.03 meters, wanted to take his place. Everyone could not help but wonder, was Sun Zhuo competing with Howard?

Coach Hill was even more shocked. He had been coaching Sun Zhuo for two years, but he had never heard Sun Zhuo say that he wanted to play center. Coach Hill quickly asked: "Sun, have you ever played center before?"

"Yes." Sun Zhuo nodded.

"When?" Coach Hill asked.

Sun Zhuo thought for a moment and said, "Elementary school, junior high school?"

"..." Coach Hill and all the Magic players were speechless. Coach Hill was praying that Sun Zhuo was joking, but Sun Zhuo's expression was so serious that even he, a coach, didn't dare to laugh.

Seeing that everyone was worried, Sun Zhuo said seriously: "I'm not joking with you, I'm serious. In the next game, I will be the center, with Monta Ellis and Jameer Nelson forming the double control team." Wei, coach, what do you think?"

Because Coach Hill failed to handle the issues between Sun Zhuo and Howard, his identity as a coach was already in name only. He still dared to say no, but he was still worried and reminded Sun Zhuo: "Yes, but are you fully ready to play center?" Are you ready? The responsibilities of inside players and outside players on the court are completely different. You have to engage in physical confrontation with the tallest and heaviest inside player on the opposite side from start to finish. After all, Tim Duncan is much taller than you, whether it is offensive or offensive. Defensively, whether it's rebounding or whatever, it's probably going to be pretty tough."

Coach Hill was afraid that Sun Zhuo was just impulsive and worried that he had played the small forward position for a long time and had no idea what it was like to play a center. It was completely different to experience it once while watching others play every day.

But how did they know that during this period, Sun Zhuo played center whenever he had time? He knew exactly how to play center.

Sun Zhuo said: "Coach, don't worry, I won't become a loophole in their attack. Since I choose to play center, I am naturally confident that I can play well. Of course, nothing is absolute. If I don't play well, I will change." Someone else.”

Coach Hill nodded: "Don't be pressured. Game 7 does require some novel tricks, and there may be unexpected gains. Darko Milicic, you and Tim Duncan are about the same height, so just practice alone with Sun In a while."

"Okay." Darko Milicic nodded quickly, picked up the ball, and came to the half court alone with Sun Zhuo.

At this moment, everyone turned their attention to the two of them, wanting to see if Sun Zhuo could achieve anything on the inside.

"Hey, what do you think? Why do I think Sun is a little impulsive this time?" Jameer Nelson and Monta Ellis stood together. Nelson touched Monta Ellis with his arm and whispered.

Monta Ellis replied coolly: "Isn't that good? Otherwise, how would you be able to start?"

"You guy..." Nelson had the urge to beat up Monta Ellis.

On the court, Danny Granger fed Sun Zhuo a ball, and Sun Zhuo faced Darko Milicic's defense in the low post.

"If we look at the offense alone, when facing a bigger inside player, Sun not only has no disadvantage, but has an advantage in speed. He should use his speed to score this goal." Coach Hill thought to himself.

Everyone had the same idea, but Sun Zhuo leaned towards Darko Milicic and dribbled the ball.

"This is the way a center plays!" Everyone was stunned for a moment, and they all wondered if Sun Zhuo wanted to rely on shooting?

"Oh! Such a strong force!" Darko Milicic felt that Sun Zhuo was getting stronger and stronger. Originally it was just a practice match, but he was forced to use all his strength to resist, but he was still defeated!

"Dako Milicic was forced away! Hook! In!"

Sun Zhuo scored this goal in Howard's way.

However, there was no cheers at the scene, which surprised Sun Zhuo. Damn, I just upgraded my power. You are the first people to see the power of SS. Why don't you even applaud?

"Everyone, start training, don't be idle." Coach Hill ordered everyone and walked away.

Everyone is the same. They all think that Darko Milicic is just showing off. Sun Zhuo is the boss of the team and wants to grab the center position for fun. If you Darko Milicic blocks several of him in the practice match, you will Wouldn't it be a shame for Sun Zhuo to find him useless?

Even if Sun Zhuo is indeed stronger than Darko Milicic, with his height, he won't be able to defend like this.

Sun Zhuo thought about it and didn't mind anymore. When the actual competition comes, they will see their own strength. However, even if his strength has reached the full level, Sun Zhuo knows that he cannot do whatever he wants in the paint. After all, the height difference is huge. There, however, everything has two sides. Although Sun Zhuo is shorter than Duncan, he is more flexible and faster than Duncan. Sun Zhuo can even pull out and shoot three-pointers, which Duncan cannot do.

Although Howard was not present, he soon learned the news.

"What? Sun will play center in the next game? Haha, hahahaha... He is still so conceited. I will go to the scene tomorrow. I want to see how Sun will replace me! How to deal with Tim Duncan!"

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The next day, Game 7 of the Finals, the Magic played at home.

"Champion! Champion!"

"Magic will win!"

Even without Howard, the Magic fans at the scene are still enthusiastic. After all, no one can give up at this point. Besides, Sun Zhuo has always been the one who surprises them. As long as Sun Zhuo is here, everything is possible.

Although Kobe and Wade were in Orlando these two days, they did not bother Sun Zhuo at all. There were no meetings or phone calls. They only conveyed their encouragement to Sun Zhuo through Kerry.

On this day, LeBron James also arrived in Orlando, and now he is also present.

"Hello, Carey Mulligan, you are so beautiful, I am your fan." James took the initiative to express his goodwill to Carey, and he will also stay in Orlando for summer training.

"Thank you. I am also your fan. Sun Zhuo and I admire you very much." Kerry knew that the relationship between Sun Zhuo and James had always been strangely unclear. James was also a very influential superstar, so she did not dare to turn against him.

The Cavaliers have long been eliminated by Sun Zhuo, and James has long promised to come to Orlando for special training, but it is also very intriguing that he chose to show up today when the Magic may be eliminated.

Wade also saw through it without telling James, and said to James: "Brother, next time you come to us, can you tell us in advance, do you know how expensive the seat you are sitting on now is?"

"I will pay it back to you, brother. What do you think of this last game?" James looked at Wade and Kobe. It was not only Sun Zhuo who attracted James to Orlando, but also Kobe. When James was in middle school, I have posters of Kobe Bryant at home.

Kobe was smiling and didn't want to express his opinion. Wade also felt that James was knowingly asking questions. Everyone knew that the Magic would not be able to compete with the Spurs without Howard.

The game started soon. When everyone saw the Magic's starting lineup, everyone was shocked. Then, when they saw that the person who was opposite Duncan to jump the ball in the midfield was Sun Zhuo, everyone Even more confused.

"Sun...playing center today?" James looked at Kobe and Wade in surprise.

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