Chapter 35 Breaking through with a sword, the next Jordan
The situation at that time was this.
After Nets coach Johnson requested a timeout, Fanci immediately raised his hands and waved to Jenner, who had been cheering him on.
Devin Harris, who was slaughtered twice in a row at the beginning, couldn't bear it at the time. He thought Fan Xi was provoking him, and he became angry and rushed over to teach Fan Xi a lesson.
But Fan Xi stared straight at him, and he was not afraid of Devin Harris, a tough guy with a soft heart.
"You are dead, I swear, I will step on the soles of your feet and rub you hard." Devin Harris said harsh words to Fan Xi.
Fan Xi said disdainfully: "You said this a minute ago, but what? People's anger is essentially due to their own incompetence. Do you understand? You are an incompetent guy."
Fan Xi's sharp words cut through Harris's last pretense of self-esteem.
He immediately jumped up like a monkey whose tail was set on fire, and he tried to beat Fan Xi.
But was held tight by his teammate Brook Lopez.
Fan Xi's mouth was not forgiving at all: "Look at this coward who can't afford to lose."
The referee quickly came over to intervene in the matter and asked the players on both sides to separate.
Fanshi returned to the bench.
One offense and one defense, he scored five points in a row and forced Devin Harris into the corner.
Phil Jackson and the old coach Winter both looked at Fanshi in shock. They were surprised by Fanshi's performance. They had always been worried that Fanshi would be defeated by Devin Harris in a one-on-one match.
Now, it's the other way around.
"I have improved again." Fan Xi told Phil Jackson. "I can always improve under pressure."
Fan Xi's words made Phil Jackson stand in awe, and his eyes were distant. He thought of the memory a long time ago, when Michael Jordan also said such words to himself when he was in a desperate situation. For a moment, the two people's voices overlapped, and it turned out that
It gave him an illusion that he couldn't distinguish between fantasy and reality, and he even thought that Fan Xi in front of him was Michael Jordan back then.
Could it be?
A 'terrifying' thought emerged uncontrollably in Phil Jackson's heart: Could it be that the successor to Jordan we have been looking for for so many years is actually him?
Since Jordan retired for the first time, the league has been looking for successors to the basketball god. From Anfernee Hardaway in 1993, Grant Hill in 1994, Stackhouse in 1995, and Kobe Bryant in 1996.
Bryant, Tracy McGrady in 1997, Vince Carter in 1998, and even Carmelo Anthony after that, all are not Jordan without exception.
Now, almost twenty years later, people have finally accepted the fact that there will never be another Jordan, only pushing Kobe Bryant to the position closest to Jordan.
But now, when Phil Jackson heard Fan Xi say these words, he inexplicably came up with this long-standing concept.
Although Fanci is far different from Jordan in all aspects, and even the position he currently plays is different from Jordan.
But he just had this strong feeling.
He has worked with Jordan for many years and won six championship trophies in two dynasties. He knows Jordan very well.
He and Kobe have worked together for many years, winning a dynasty and five championship trophies, and he also knows Kobe very well.
He knew that Kobe was very, very much like Jordan.
But after all, he is not Jordan, there is a gap in his bones.
But now, when Fan Xi said these words, combined with his previous experience. Although they had not been together for a short time, Phil Jackson really had a feeling in his heart: Fan Xi was Jordan.
Kobe can kill his opponents in adversity.
However, Fan Xi and Jordan are the kind of people who can kill their opponents in desperate situations. When their opponents are sure that they can win and have all the advantages, they can suddenly rush out and kill their opponents in an unreasonable and arrogant manner.
call!
Kobe Bryant breathed a sigh of relief in front of the TV, and he also thought about a lot.
He originally thought that Fan Xi would suffer a serious setback and then rise like he did in this game. It was like a reverse growth movie.
However, Fan Xi did not do this. He unexpectedly burst out a powerful force from nowhere and directly defeated Devin Harris.
So...can he really become a god again in this game?
God does not need frustration.
Kobe Bryant crossed his arms and looked at the TV screen more intently.
At the same time, the fans watching this game are frantically launching a god-building campaign, pushing Fan Xi to a high position. They just want to see Fan Xi being arrogant and counterattacking all the way.
"Just play the way you played before."
Phil Jackson didn't plan any tactics, he let Fan Xi continue to play the way he did before.
But, on the other side.
The famous coach Johnson said to Devin Harris very coldly: "You are no match for him. If you challenge ten goals one-on-one, you will lose seven."
Devin Harris is unconvinced.
But Johnson did not argue with him, and just announced his order coldly: "Next, you must frequently use cover and constantly cooperate with the team. Only in this way can you have a chance to win back your reputation."
"The current Lakers players are definitely not that supportive of Fanci."
"Do as I say or I'll throw you on the bench."
Young General Johnson's words were never unquestionable. For so many years, he only talked to Nowitzki in a good voice.
Devin Harris is not at that level yet.
Therefore, Devin Harris has to accept it if he accepts it, and he has to accept it if he doesn't accept it.
He suddenly felt a little sad. He didn't expect that the head coach would belittle him so much and ask him to seek help. Why?
No why.
He is destined to be no match for Fan Xi.
The young general Johnson pointed out to him the only correct path, and he could only do this.
Beep!
The whistle sounded.
The game continues.
After Devin Harris reached the frontcourt with the ball, Fanshie came forward again.
At this time, the entire New Jersey home fans hoped that Devin Harris would defeat Fanci in a one-on-one match.
However, they were disappointed.
Harris hooked his hand and summoned Humphries out.
Humphries covered him.
well!
There was a sigh at the scene.
The audience in front of the TV also showed disdain: He spoke loudly and powerfully before the game, but when he got to the game, he called for help. What a pitiful person.
What's even more pitiful is that although Devin Harris reached the free throw line through the screen, Fanshey soon pursued him.
Fanshie tracks the defense with amazing perseverance and keen defensive awareness.
Devin Harris quickly threw the ball, bang!
The basketball failed to hit.
But Brook Lopez, who was under the basket, pushed past Gasol to grab the offensive rebound and smash the basketball into the basket.
The Nets finally took the lead.
Scored two points.
There was finally some cheering at home.
Kobe Bryant frowned in front of the TV. He was very angry: Gasol was not focused enough on this ball. If he had concentrated on the game, Lopez would have never been able to grab an offensive rebound.
This can only explain one problem.
Fanci's big contract caused psychological changes within the team.
They all have unhappy emotions at work.
"This is Fan Xi's real test."
Kobe Bryant felt a little sad.
Internal and external troubles.
Can Jack still hold it?
Kobe was endlessly worried.
At the same time, Fanshie had already reached the frontcourt with the ball, and Devin Harris quickly defended.
And, something that people didn’t expect is.
When Fanshey started to break through, newly replaced Terrence Williams immediately attacked from a double flank, and he fought hard regardless of his own safety.
Fan Xi was instantly behind bars.
"Shameless."
Kenny Smith murmured, and his emotions were transferred to Fan Xi.
Next to him, Charles Barkley muttered: A war never tires of deceit.
However, at this moment.
Fan Xi suddenly stopped, turned around, and stepped back. He bypassed the two defenses and jumped up.
His jumping range is not high because his jumping talent is average.
However, when he controlled the rhythm very well and shot extremely fast...the basketball was shot before the two people blocked the shot, and flew into the sky.
The arc is perfect.
Everyone was surprised.
1.2 seconds later...whoosh!
The basketball fell into the basket accurately and was still a perfect three-pointer.
Selena and Taylor Swift both jumped up, they were extremely excited, and opposite Jenna.
When the two people pounced on Fan Xi, although they didn't know much about football, they both felt that the Nets were too bullying and not fair enough.
Now Fan Xi killed two people openly.
Their emotions immediately rose to the extreme.
The same is true for the audience in front of the TV.
They just appreciate this about Fan Xi. Let you use all kinds of tricks, and I will defeat them with my sword!
Fan Xi put away his shooting posture, looked at Devin Harris indifferently, and looked down at him: nothing more.
This glance shook Devin Harris's will to fight.
He has a fear that "this boy is invincible".
But soon, he heard head coach Johnson yelling from the sidelines: "Cheer up, your defense has been successful on this ball."
"It's just a lucky ball!"
Johnson's shouting made Devin Harris clear on the stage and greatly boosted his fighting spirit. He didn't believe that God was always on Fancy's side and kept letting him hit the magic ball.
Fan Xi ignored these voices and returned to halftime.
Devin Harris still relied on the screen to get into the paint. This time he went straight into the penalty area and caused Gasol to foul when Gasol was assisting in defense.
Gasol's condition is visibly bad.
Kobe Bryant was anxious in front of the TV.
I wish I could go to the court and grab Gasol by the collar: Who are you playing for?
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
Devin Harris made two free throws.
After scoring the goal, he did not forget to challenge Fan Xi.
Fan Xi frowned, feeling a little annoyed.
Because just now he clearly drove Devin Harris to the left side. As long as Ron Artest plays normally, he can block Harris in the bottom corner, but Artest did not do so.
It's not that he doesn't like Fan Xi, he's just unhappy that Fan Xi, a fledgling guy, gets twice as much salary as himself.
He thinks that since you are so capable, he should just let you do it yourself.
Fan Xi held her breath and concentrated.
He realized that this game was not only a battle of destruction against Devin Harris' provocation, but also a battle to establish authority within the team.
If you want to be respected, you have to show your ability with an annual salary of tens of millions.
Only if your skills are strong enough can you stand firm.
Fan Xi was worried.
For the next ball, he quickly ran from the backcourt to the frontcourt.
Lamar Odom signaled to come out to cover him, but he refused.
He made a perfect change of direction in front of Devin Harris, instantly twisting off Harris' defense, and at the same time as Terrence attacked from a flank, he accelerated violently in the same direction... a sword that cut through time.
The explosive power of peak Kemp and the speed of peak Iverson allowed him to dodge through the cracks.
Just pass the two of them.
But Fan Xi did not pass the ball, he accelerated in a straight line and went straight to the penalty area.
Watching Fan Xi strike like lightning.
Humphries was slightly hesitant. When he was hesitating whether to slide laterally to help defend, Fancy had already broken through the defense, jumped up, and threw the basketball into the basket.
Two more points.
Fan Xi has scored 7 points in a row.
He cut through the Nets' defense like a knife slicing through tofu, shocking the crowd and making countless sighs.
Even young general Johnson has to admit that this kid has the same demeanor as Allen Iverson back in the day.
It's just...hehe.
There was a sneer on the corner of Junior General Johnson's mouth.
The most indispensable thing in the NBA is this kind of one-on-one defender, but how many people can become Kobe Bryant? Even Kobe Bryant, when his personal ability was the strongest in his career, the Lakers could not get involved.
Half a point for the championship still depends on your teammates.
Fan Xi's current style of play, which is separated from his teammates, is simply asking for death.
Although he can win short-term highlights, in the long run, he will inevitably be surpassed by Devin Harris's meek play style.
In the NBA, being obedient is also a skill.
This is how the young general managed to survive his entire career, and he has still become the most powerful point guard in the history of the Spurs.
Phil Jackson frowned. As one of the most powerful head coaches in NBA history, how could he not see what Johnson, the junior, could see?
Moreover, he knows better than Johnson that Fanshie's physical fitness is not as abnormal as that of Kobe Bryant. In the end, he may not be able to continue.
So, he was ready to stand up and ask for a timeout.
However, the old Winter next to him pulled him. Old Winter said to him: "Jack is burning emotionally, don't interrupt him."
"Moreover, I believe Jack has the wisdom to handle this matter. In my heart, he is not that stupid defender."
Old Winter firmly believed in Fancy.
Fan Xi's success was inseparable from Old Winter's discerning eye.
At that time, he fought against all the odds and chose to replace Steve Blake, who the team had paid a lot of money, with Fanci on the bench. It took courage, but he made the right bet.
Now, he wants to take a gamble again.
He didn't want Phil Jackson to interfere.
Phil Jackson followed his advice.
At this time, an inappropriate voice sounded from the bench: "He is too self-righteous. Does he think he is Kobe Bryant? How can a person look like a point guard when he is playing alone."
The person making the noise was Steve Blake.
He deliberately spoke louder.
Although he was talking to Shannon Brown.
But the sound was clearly transmitted to the ears of the coaching staff here.
He hopes to get a chance.
However, Phil Jackson ignored his caution and looked towards the court.
He hoped Fan Xi would give him another surprise.
Moreover, he really hopes that Fan Xi will be the next Jordan.