Chapter 489: This is the most dangerous moment

Of course, this super high score refers to 60+, 70+, and the like.

In NBA history, the highest score in the Finals is 61 points, Jordan's highest is 55 points, and the previous game has already been broken by Fan Xi.

So, Jordan saying this is a bit weird, but not especially strange. He is Thus we include: English, he holds the final interpretation of basketball.

Fan Xi brought the ball to the frontcourt, he and Huaiti Seda set a high screen, then he charged into the paint like a bamboo breaking, he didn't pause, gliding through the paint, the Heat's interior tried to block him but failed.

The supple fingertip technique became even more perfect under Fan Xi's long fingers' manipulation, the basketball flew over the defender's head and precisely fell into the basket.

Fan Xi's scoring was as easy as taking something from a bag.

Although, if measured by the super scorer standard of the 80s-90s, Fan Xi's classical technique, or rather his shooting percentage, is relatively inefficient.

But Fan Xi is now absolutely an undefeatable top scorer, his one-stage jump shot, his interior attack, his off-ball attack, plus his elusive, hard-to-find breakthrough.

Fan Xi can establish a threat anywhere on the half court; this is the Heat's most difficult-to-defend spot.

So, Jordan said Fan Xi could score 60 or 70 points, which is not a fantasy; as long as Fan Xi's stamina keeps up and he has a firm scoring will.

After changing sides, the Clippers' defensive formation entangled, they were like long algae in water, extending dense tendrils in the half court, the Heat players were like sunken wood in water, they frantically entangled.

The pace automatically sank.

The Heat could not raise their pace anymore, turning into a blunt-force head-on clash; their offense and defense became like a struggle in a mire, each move requiring maximum effort.

In this 'hardship', James forcibly drove to the basket, he used a high toss to put the ball into the basket.

At this moment, the ability of a superstar becomes especially important.

Larry Bird said on the sidelines: 'James's strength and explosiveness, if in our era, would be unstoppable as well. Those who claim eighties defense was tougher should not overlook the progress of scientific training and nutrition systems over the past twenty-plus years. Our era's players' physical fitness definitely cannot compare with these guys.'

'But LeBron in our era might become a blue-collar worker.' Jabbar said: 'He only played high school; when he first entered the league, some techniques were very raw.'

'Our era also had some stars with rough techniques.' The Magician began to debate.

'No, back then superstars' fundamentals were mostly good, and they each had their own signature moves.' Jabbar and the Magician's views were not entirely consistent.

This kind of problem actually never has a correct answer, because James could never truly go back to the eighties.

The Heat on the court also strengthened defense.

The Clippers' offensive pace also decreased accordingly, Fan Xi still tried to cooperate with teammates.

However, Nowitzki's absence brought them great trouble.

After Leonard got the ball, he couldn't find a chance in isolation; Wade's defense on him was extremely tough.

He had to pass the ball to Fan Xi.

Fan Xi and Huaiti Seda set a screen; he quickly drove to the basket, before the whistle blew he performed a horseback archery shot, throwing the ball into the basket.

Then, the Heat's Wade completed a fierce attack; Wade used a stop-and-go jump shot to nullify Butler's entangling defense, this kind of forced shot tests strength.

But Wade made it.

After changing sides, it was still Fan Xi.

From this point, the game truly entered the episode of Three Heroes vs Lu Bu.

Fan Xi's battle against the Three Giants had been reported by the media before the game, but the previous game's pace was not really like that.

But tonight, because the Clippers' players' stop-and-go feel was cold, the game became a duel among superstars.

Even Chris Bosh consecutively made jump shots.

The Heat formed a positive interaction.

The Three Giants' huge energy finally erupted under the whetstone effect of the Clippers.

The first half ended quickly.

56:62.

The Heat still led by 6 points; actually, if Leonard hadn't hit a three-pointer at the last moment, the Clippers would be trailing by 9 points.

During halftime, Kobe touched his chin and said: 'I can't imagine the Clippers having any chance to win tonight. This again proves that to win a championship, you must have enough superstars. Superstars may not perform, but they must be present. Trying to win with a group of elite players is very difficult.'

Jordan and the Magician both thought it made sense; although the recent superstar strategy has been criticized by many media and fans for breaking league balance, but if you want to win a championship, you definitely need two or even three superstars to hold down the fort.

The Clippers' situation is very dangerous.

Even the home fans know that when the halftime whistle blew, there was even a period when few fans got up to move around and catch their breath.

The oppressive atmosphere in the arena spread; fans could clearly see the Clippers' passivity: without Fan Xi, this game might have already lost suspense. The Three Giants simultaneously exerted themselves, simultaneously flashing dazzling brilliance, too hard to handle.

What the Clippers need most now is for other players to step up.

The Clippers players also know this well.

The pressure in the locker room is greater.

This is unprecedented pressure.

In the past they never imagined they would collectively go silent to this extent; previously the Clippers' tactics were very flexible and variable.

But now the situation is the Heat's army pressing in, aggressive. This gives them great pressure, forcing them to become conservative; the difficult situation reduces their trial-and-error opportunities, they are hands tied, many players even dare not shoot inside, fearing to miss.

Once they miss, it's as if the Heat have widened the gap.

Now Fan Xi has become the team's sole source of confidence; everyone deep down hopes he shoots more, because his shooting percentage is highest.

Arenas tried to say some jokes in the locker room to liven the atmosphere, just as he usually does.

But this time the effect was not good.

Everyone couldn't laugh.

Mike Brown subsequently insisted on the viewpoint that winning comes from defense; he believed the team still had to start from defense in the second half, cling tightly to the Heat, and wait for the Heat to make a mistake. He didn't believe the Heat's Three Giants could maintain precise shooting consistently, nor did he believe the Clippers would stay this sluggish.

Fan Xi, sitting in the locker room, also thought of many strategies and methods, but ultimately he found that only this method suits the current situation.

Because the Clippers have fallen into absolute passivity, they can only wait and see.

Stabilize the decline with defense, wait for change by dragging.

Any battle stresses 'momentum'; now momentum is not on the Clippers' side.

Fan Xi took a deep breath, feeling that the Clippers have reached the most dangerous edge.

After the previous game's Heaven's Mountain showdown, the Heat underwent a genuine transformation, overnight learning how to play and how to seize their advantages to tip the scales of victory.

Especially James and Wei De, they found a perfect fit, their energies suffering no loss, instead they complemented each other.

If they win this game, they will know even better how to play in the next game; even if the Kuaisuan fully regain their touch, they will still win thanks to their more seamless execution. The energy of superstars is extremely terrifying.

Therefore, this game must be won.

Fan Xi gritted his teeth.

Before him was a mist; although he hadn't yet seen clearly how the path to victory should go, this was the first time this season he felt so 'helpless'.

But his conviction became extraordinarily firm.

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Meanwhile, in the Heat's locker room.

They had no celebration, no laughter and chatter.

James and Wei De held the tactic board, seriously discussing the details of the next play; the two top superstars finally found the best way to light each other up this night, James's progress this season gave him more room to fit, he is no longer the Heaven's Chosen Son who needs four shooters.

Patrale and the coaching staff also carefully studied tactics, their mood optimistic, yet the study remained meticulous and rigorous.

They clearly knew they must win this game.

Once they win this game, the road ahead will be smooth.

Their morale will recover to an unprecedented state, they will surely take victory in Game Seven.

As they were about to go on court, after Spoelstra finished explaining the focus of the second half, Xiaoen Badi'er suddenly stood up and said.

He is a veteran of the league, an important representative of the players' union, and has always been the ballast in the Heat's locker room.

"Guys, this is the most important game of our careers; win this game and we will surely lift the championship trophy."

"But don't forget Jieke Fan's terror; he won't easily let us take victory."

"So, from now on, we must grit our teeth and go the extra mile."

"Come on, Heat!!"

Xiaoen Badi'er slapped his palms hard, motivating his teammates, lifting the players' morale even higher.

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Beep!

The whistle blew.

The second half began.

The Staples Center was packed with fans, unlike ordinary games where many fans step out for air during halftime and often return only halfway through the third quarter.

But tonight this game is especially important; nobody wants to miss any detail.

Moreover, tonight the Kuaisuan are so passive; everyone hopes to see Jieke Fan unleash his might, what if he storms the Heat's defense right at the start?

He has certainly done such things before.

But what they didn't expect was.

At the opening, James made a three-pointer.

Wei De's pass, Wei De drove into the paint, after a sudden stop and step-back, he looked back and passed the ball to James.

James quickly shot and made a three-pointer.

This is their 'simple coordination'.

Fan Xi then made a similar play, passing the ball to Leonard.

But Leonard failed to maintain the touch from the last play of the first half, his three-pointer missed.

Under the basket, little Jordan and Camby fought desperately for the ball, and Camby slapped it out of bounds.

At that moment, TNT's camera caught Fan Xi; they saw his grim, teeth-clenched expression, his gaze as terrifying as the Grim Reaper's.

At that moment, Fan Xi had only one thought in mind: This is the most dangerous moment!

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