Chapter 86: After 30 consecutive victories, Liu Yifei rewards Wang Yan!
Mavericks head coach Carlisle shook his head angrily, returned to the coaching seat irritably, and sat down suddenly.
He had played almost all his cards, and nothing worked.
Wang Yan not only constitutes the offensive core of the Cavaliers, but also weaves a large defensive network in the Cavaliers' half!
What about standing on one leg, long-range three-point shooting, and attacking under the basket!
Cover them all up!
In basketball, blocking a shot does more than just block the opponent's shooting opportunity.
More importantly, it is to prevent the other party from taking action.
NBA is the highest level basketball league in the world. Even after so many years of development, opportunities to shoot on the court are fleeting.
Many players are almost always successful in training.
But in the game, it was difficult to achieve even a 40% hit rate.
The reason is that the opponent's defense on the court is too strong.
Wang Yan's consecutive blocks after the opening broke the mentality of the Mavericks players.
In the following games, even if Wang Yan did not rush over to block the shot, the players were still trembling with fear when they shot.
He was looking at Wang Yan out of the corner of his eyes.
It would be strange if the hit rate was high if you were so scared.
After the first half, the score was 66:39, with the Cavaliers leading by 27 points.
This was because Wang Yan only played for 5 minutes in the second quarter, and the Mavericks took the opportunity to catch up with a few points.
If Wang Yan played for eight or nine minutes in the second quarter, the score difference would definitely be 40+.
The Mavericks thought Wang Yan would rest in the second half, or just play for fun.
So Carlisle had the Mavericks attacking hard in the third quarter.
After all, they are the defending champions.
Led by Nowitzki, the Mavericks narrowed the gap to 21 points in the third quarter.
However, Wang Yan appeared again after resting for a few minutes.
Good guy!
Wang Yan was like a tiger out of a cage, and began a crazy performance on both offense and defense.
Dunk!
Mid-range shot!
Golden Rooster is independent!
A shocking hat trick!
The Mavericks were once again exposed and collapsed.
After three quarters, the score difference reached 34 points.
The entire fourth quarter became garbage time.
Head coach Scott felt that Wang Yan should rest in the fourth quarter.
But Wang Yan played very well today and he still had to play in the fourth quarter.
Scott had no choice but to agree.
In the NBA, the status of core players is above that of head coaches.
For some team coaches, as long as they treat their star players well, they can keep their position as coach.
The Mavericks had given up resistance in the fourth quarter and were hoping the game would end quickly.
Who knew that the living devil was actually preparing to come up on the sidelines again.
Carlisle almost vomited blood.
Cavaliers fans are happy.
Do fans buy tickets to watch the game?
Do not!
Just look at the stars!
Wang Yan actually appeared on the court again in the fourth quarter, causing many fans who had wanted to leave early to sit down again and cheer loudly.
As a result, Wang Yan played for more than 7 minutes and widened the score difference to 49 points.
It was such a great fight!
Scott was afraid that Wang Yan would get hurt because the Mavericks players were getting a little anxious and angry, and their defensive moves were getting more and more aggressive.
So he quickly called a timeout and replaced Wang Yan.
In the end, the Cavaliers defeated the defending champion Mavericks 124:81 and defended their home court!
Most of Wang Yan's offensive methods tonight were carried out using the Golden Rooster Stand.
Scored 50 points, 18 rebounds and 12 blocks!
Another super triple-double!
Among the 50 points, 42 points were scored by using the One-legged Stand.
This offensive method naturally became a hot topic among fans.
It has to be said that Wang Yan adopted a style of play that received the most barrage of comments.
At the end of the game, the on-site commentators Reggie Miller and Rainman Kemp exclaimed: "Wang Yan defeated Dirk Nowitzki! Last season's Finals MVP!"
"Yes, he is the league's top power forward! He is powerless in front of Wang Yan!"
"Wang Yan performed the Golden Rooster Stand so many times in front of Nowitzki. Is he trying to tell the whole league that he is the best power forward in the NBA right now?"
Rainman Kemp shook his head slightly: "It's not an exaggeration to say that Wang Yan is the best player in the league today! But what I want to say is that only Tim Duncan can be the best power forward in the league! If Wang Yan wants to become the best power forward in the league, he needs more championships and more honors!"
Reggie Miller felt that Kemp was being a bit absolute, and asked, "Are you saying that Wang Yan needs to beat Duncan to become the best power forward in the league?"
Kemp nodded and said, "Yes, we haven't seen the confrontation between Wang Yan and Duncan yet. I believe the fans are looking forward to it!"
At this time, the two commentators actually put themselves in the fans' perspective, and were looking forward to the peak showdown between Wang Yan and Duncan!
The Cavaliers' home fans are still very good at having fun. They had already prepared flags and banners and signs for their 30-game winning streak and were waving them wildly.
"Yan Wang Niubi!"
"The Knights will win!"
"Thirtieth consecutive victory! Haha! Heading for thirty-fourth consecutive victory!"
……
Cavaliers fans have been feeling aggrieved for years, and finally they can speak their minds.
James struggled for several years with the Cavaliers and only made it to the finals in 07.
Unfortunately, he still missed the championship in the end.
Moreover, he was beaten badly by the Spurs in the finals and had his head shaved bald!
Cavaliers fans placed their hopes on Wang Yan.
Speaking of teammates, Wang Yan's teammates are much worse than James' teammates back then. They are a bunch of greenhorns.
When James made it to the finals that year, his performance was actually average, and he was almost carried into the finals by his teammates.
And the Cavaliers also paid the luxury tax.
If Wang Yan can make it to the finals with such a start, it would truly be the fulfillment of the Cavaliers fans' long-cherished dream!
The Cavaliers have completed their 30th winning streak, second in NBA history.
However, the fans' celebration was limited because they had a bigger goal, which was to surpass Minneapolis' 33-game winning streak!
After the game, Nowitzki was very embarrassed when facing media interviews.
The reporter asked, "Dirk, Wang Yan used the Golden Rooster Stand many times in the game today. That's your unique skill. What do you think?"
Nowitzki is not a narrow-minded person. He did not get angry. Instead, he found the young man Wang Yan very interesting.
He shrugged and replied, "I think it's great that someone can imitate my moves and even surpass the power of my Golden Rooster Stand. This shows that Wang Yan has great potential. I am very optimistic about him!"
When the reporters heard Nowitzki's tolerant answer, they all applauded and even gave him a thumbs up.
The driver really has a broad mind.
Nowitzki went on to say: "Fortunately, we won the championship last year, otherwise, it would be even more difficult to win the championship this year!"
The reporters' faces changed. The driver's words were full of hidden meaning!
Did Nowitzki admit that the Cavaliers led by Wang Yan were even stronger than the Miami Heat last season? Several reporters immediately asked, but Nowitzki would not say it so obviously. He ended the interview with a "no comment".
The interview with Wang Yan was much more lively.
A beautiful blonde reporter raised her hand and asked, "Mr. Wang Yan, in tonight's game, you used the Golden Rooster Stand many times and scored 40 points. Did you want to prove yourself in front of Dirk?"
Wang Yan smiled slightly: "You think too much. Golden Rooster Stand is just one of my offensive skills."
Another reporter asked: "You have led the Cavaliers to an impressive 30-game winning streak, but I found that you and your teammates don't seem to be too happy, and you are not even as crazy as the fans. Why is that?"
Wang Yan put away his smile and answered seriously: "Winning streak is not a set goal for me, and this is just the regular season. We have greater goals!"
Although Wang Yan did not say anything else, the reporters all understood that the greater goal Wang Yan mentioned was to break the 33-game winning streak that the Lakers once created!
The media did not miss this popular topic and frantically reported the winning streak of the Lakers and Cavaliers.
All the fans are watching the Cavaliers, wanting to know if the Cavaliers can break the Lakers' 33-game winning streak that year!
However, many veteran fans believe that the Cavaliers have already created the first winning streak in history.
Because when the Minneapolis Lakers created a 1974-game winning streak in 33, there were only a few teams in the NBA.
Now there are 30 teams in the NBA, and the opponents they face every night have completely different playing styles, the tactical strategies are more varied, and it is more difficult to win consecutive games!
……
Just as Wang Yan changed his clothes in the locker room and was about to go back to rest, his cell phone rang.
Without even looking, Wang Yan knew it must be Liu Yifei calling.
It can be said that Liu Yifei went to great lengths to conquer Wang Yan's heart.
Before the game, she made a bet with Wang Yan that as long as the Cavaliers won the game, she would personally cook a Chinese meal for Wang Yan as a reward!
Before Wang Yan mentioned this matter, Liu Yifei couldn't hold it anymore.
After pressing the answer button, Wang Yan walked towards the parking lot and asked with a smile, "Yifei, have you bought the ingredients?"
Liu Yifei pretended to be angry and said angrily: "You only care about eating. How do you know I have prepared everything?"
Wang Yan knew clearly that one cannot reason with a woman.
It was you who called me, and you asked me how I knew?
Wang Yan coughed and smeared honey on his lips: "Because I haven't eaten for two days, I played the game on an empty stomach, and I was waiting to eat your meal!"
Liu Yifei chuckled: "That's too much. You haven't eaten for two days, and you still played so fiercely today? Your block made the Mavericks stupid, hehe!"
It seems that Liu Yifei must watch every game of Wang Yan.
Wang Yan got in the car and said, "I'll go over now to taste your cooking skills and show off our Chinese cuisine!"
"Okay, see you later!"
Wang Yan drove to Liu Yifei's residence.
The crew rented an apartment for her here because Liu Yifei didn't like staying in a hotel.
Wang Yan drove here and pushed the door open.
Liu Yifei didn't lock the door.
"Yifei, don't do this again. Even though this is a wealthy area, you still have to lock the door. It's not safe."
Liu Yifei was wearing an apron and busy in the kitchen.
Hearing Wang Yan's words, he did not turn around and replied, "Aren't you coming?"
Wang Yan looked at Liu Yifei's graceful back and an idea moved his mind.
No wonder so many short films have the heroines wearing aprons, it really has a unique flavor.
Wang Yan suddenly had the urge to hug Liu Yifei from behind.
However, their relationship has not reached that point yet, so Wang Yan cannot be too reckless.
"Do you need help?"
Wang Yan washed his hands and stood beside Liu Yifei.
At this time, Liu Yifei was different from the fairy-like girl in film and television dramas. She was completely a girl next door.
A fine layer of sweat was dripping down her fair face.
Liu Yifei tried her best to let Wang Yan have a delicious Chinese meal.
"Please help me wash those eggplants."
Liu Yifei found an easy job for Wang Yan.
Wang Yan held a few long and thick eggplants and couldn't help laughing out loud.
Liu Yifei turned around and her pretty face immediately turned red. She said angrily in a coquettish tone, "You bad guy! What are you thinking about? Get to work!"
The best way for a couple to heat up is to cook together.
The two chatted and laughed as they cooked some delicious Chinese meals, and their relationship really became much closer.
Liu Yifei made a total of four dishes and one soup.
They are minced meat eggplant, braised pork, sweet and sour carp, stir-fried shredded potato, and winter melon and pork ribs soup.
You know what, although they are all home-cooked dishes, Liu Yifei’s cooking is quite authentic.
Except for the fact that the color of the braised pork was a bit of a failure, it was generally a success.
Looking at the four dishes and one soup on the table, Wang Yan felt as if he were in another world.
This was the first time he had seen such authentic Chinese home-cooked meals since he came here.
"Thank you for your hard work, Yifei!"
Wang Yan was a little moved. He pulled Liu Yifei's hand over and held it gently.
This was exactly the effect Liu Yifei wanted. She bit her lips lightly, her face slightly red, and said softly, "Let's eat. I'll get you chopsticks..."
"I'll get it!"
Wang Yan pushed Liu Yifei down on the chair and went to get the dishes and chopsticks.
The two of them had a sweet Chinese meal which they hadn't had for a long time, and their relationship quickly heated up.
After eating, the two of them cleaned the table together and Wang Yan washed the dishes.
Liu Yifei actually wanted to keep Wang Yan, but she was a girl and didn't say it out loud.
Wang Yan did not stay. On the one hand, he felt that the time was not right yet. On the other hand, the next game was very important and it was an away game, so he had to be well prepared.
. . .
After the Cavaliers defeated the Mavericks, the media began to report a lot of news, saying that Wang Yan's unique skill of standing on one leg has been perfected.
Some folk masters even cut out a comparison video of Wang Yan's Golden Rooster Stand and Nowitzki's Golden Rooster Stand.
The video is very detailed, with every movement and every detail compared.
Basketball experts analyzed this video and came to a conclusion.
That is, Wang Yan's one-legged stand is more threatening than Nowitzki at his peak!
Not the current Nowitzki, but the one who won his MVP season.
A rookie can imitate a superstar's special moves so perfectly, and even surpass the superstar!
If this isn’t genius, then what is?
But more fans are still looking forward to the Cavaliers' 34-game winning streak.
Fans were surprised to find that the Cavaliers' 34th winning streak opponent was none other than the San Antonio Spurs!
The question these days has been who is the best power forward in the league.
Fans and media are looking forward to the showdown between Wang Yan and Duncan!
It seems that there is God's will in all things!
(End of this chapter)