The Way of the Center

In the summer of 2008, that was the first time Anjie met Westbrook. This very strong guard with firm eyes left a deep impression on An Jie as soon as he appeared on the stage.

Westbrook, who was studying at the time, was already an NCAA superstar. His abnormal physical fitness, few people in the college league can compete with it.

However, An Jie's performance surprised everyone. This guy not only defended the number one star Kevin Love, but also made Westbrook suffer.

In the era when the college league was dominated by outside players, the appearance of An Jie undoubtedly made many people's eyes shine. Although the Cyclones eventually lost that game and were eliminated. But the story of Anjie and Westbrook has just begun.

After entering the league, the two became teammates by accident. Coupled with the budding Kevin Durant, the Thunder formed the "Three Young Thunder" that shocked the league. It's really hard for you to imagine that the three guys who are now ranked in the top three scoring lists were playing for a team. However, what is even more unimaginable is that these three guys never even played in the finals.

No one knows how many championships the Thunder can win if the original three young players continue to work together. But there is no if in the NBA. Anjie's injury made him the first player to leave the Thunder.

In the first season after joining the Trail Blazers, Anjie ran into his former club, the Oklahoma City Thunder, in the Western Conference Finals.

For Anjie, this game is just like when he played against Westbrook during the NCAA period. It is an ultimate showdown where you win and continue, and you lose and go home.

But An Jie did not expect that the result of the competition would be the same as it was back then. The Trail Blazers lost. Although they fought to the last moment, the Trail Blazers' not-so-strong lineup couldn't help Anjie go further.

That was the second time that Anjie and Westbrook met in an important game, and it was also the second time that Anjie was defeated by Westbrook.

In the following years, the Thunder and the Trail Blazers never met in the playoffs again. The careers of Anjie and Westbrook have also undergone tremendous changes.

Westbrook, who was the first to enter the finals, has never tried the taste of a championship until now. The departure of Durant and others made Westbrook even more heartbroken.

After being eliminated by Thunder that year, An Jie created a dynasty miracle. After that, Westbrook, who fought alone, and Angie, who lost a lot of helpers, both spent two years of immersion. It wasn't until this season that the Thunder and Trail Blazers, Anjie and Westbrook returned to people's vision again.

Last summer, the Trail Blazers got two good friends of Anjie, Morris and Paul George. After the Thunder lost Durant, they finally ushered in the addition of Anthony.

Judging from the results of the regular season, both the Trail Blazers and the Thunder have made great progress. The joining of Anthony will undoubtedly greatly increase the Thunder's strength after losing Durant. As for the Blazers, Anjie is also ready for the second three consecutive championships.

Just when both teams passed the first round and were ready to move on, fate once again brought Angie and Westbrook together.

"What are you looking at?" Seeing that An Jie had been sitting on the sofa holding a photo frame in a daze since he got up, Catherine curiously moved closer.

"Oh, it's nothing, I'm a little distracted, hehe." An Jie smiled, put down the photo frame, and started to wash in the toilet.

Catherine picked up the photo frame, and inside was An Jie's rookie season photo of Thunder's third junior.

Lost to Westbrook in two consecutive important games, this time, Angie must really want to win.

Catherine knew that the friendship of men was a wonderful thing. The better his private relationship with Westbrook is, the harder these two guys will be in games, and the more eager they will be to beat each other.

She put the frame back in place and wiped the dust off the frame. This league has changed a lot since then. This time when he meets Westbrook again, Anjie will definitely not fail!

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"This guy is crazy." During the break, Anthony looked at Westbrook who was still running on the court, and couldn't help smiling.

Westbrook's state seems to have been mobilized to the peak, as long as Angie and the Blazers are mentioned, this guy will be as excited as crazy.

No, although the training has come to an end now, everyone is exhausted. But only Westbrook didn't let himself stop for a moment.

"Hey, Russell, save some energy for tomorrow's game." Anthony shouted, joking with Westbrook.

"Don't worry, Cameron, my strength is inexhaustible!" After Westbrook finished speaking, he suddenly stopped while running wildly, and jumped up high. A beautiful pull-up jumper, hit again!

Thunder coach Billy Donovan shook his head. When the Thunder had Westbrook in this state, they rarely lost.

Now even he, the coach, is looking forward to tomorrow's game. This Thunder team is absolutely capable and wrestled with the Trail Blazers who lost Lillard!

Angie and Moda Center, get ready for the shock!

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"Are you here?" After changing his jersey, An Jie took out his phone and sent a text message.

"I'm in the locker room buddy, your locker room has been renovated again? It's really getting more and more luxurious." After a while, Anjie received a reply from Westbrook.

"Of course, the Trail Blazers are also a dynasty team."

"Don't get complacent, man, that was once."

"Okay, don't play tricks, see you on the court!"

"See you on the field!"

An Jie put away his phone and stood up from his seat. He looked down at Nike's brand new jersey and jumped twice excitedly.

"That kid Russell is here." Beside Anjie was Morris who also had a good relationship with Westbrook.

"Yes, here we come! Let's go Morris, let's go out to meet him!" An Jie finished speaking and pushed open the door of the locker room. He and Morris became the first two Trail Blazers players to warm up.

When those two guys walked out of the tunnel, Westbrook just happened to show up. The three of them glanced at each other, and the next second, they all laughed happily.

"Fuck, big bull, why do I feel like you've changed your shape again!"

"The little Sabonis next to you is too thin." Morris said, opening his arms. The three hugged each other tightly. At this moment, they were not rivals, but brothers!

"How are you preparing for the game? Where's your good helper?" An Jie looked around, but he didn't find Anthony.

"The King of New York is still changing clothes, don't worry, me and my good helper, I will kick your ass!" Westbrook said, stretching out his fists and hitting Anjie and Morris. chest.

"The tone is really not small! Come and try if you have the ability, and call your King of New York together!"

"I will, Ann! Just wait for George to collect your body!"

"Then, I won't be polite later."

"Me too!"

After speaking, the three turned and left. Westbrook closed his eyes and took a deep breath. This was the third time he and An Jie had met in an important match. He had won the first two times. I hope God is still on my side today.

Fans started pouring into the pitch and the chants were getting louder now. The players from both sides have all played and officially started warming up. Ricard and Donovan are also on the bench, ready to make the final deployment.

Everything needed for the war is ready. Now, just waiting for the referee to blow the whistle, Anjie and Westbrook will present a wonderful game for the fans.

Having reached this point, no matter who it is, An Jie will not be relentless.

Whether it's the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles or the King of New York, in Portland, the Dark Knight, will destroy everything with his own hands!

"Come back!"

"Come here, let's make the final deployment!"

The coaches of both sides shouted in unison, and the players of the two teams began to gather towards the bench.

Three on-duty referees stand on the sidelines, one of whom is holding the game ball, ready to start the game at any time.

Both Anjie and Westbrook put away their smiles. From now on, the war has fully broken out!

No matter how good brothers they are, in the face of war, there is only cold blood and killing!