The Mavericks players did not speak much after the game. After losing the key battle, the morale of the Mavericks was low.
Chen Yan made 16 of 29 shots, including 7 of 12 three-pointers, and all 13 free throws. He scored 52 points very efficiently.
Nowitzki felt cold tonight and only scored 12 points. Ray Allen scored 21 points with steady output. Terry also scored 19 points. The total score of the Mavericks' three top shooters was exactly the same as Chen Yan. This is a situation that makes them feel
Embarrassing things.
The Taiyang side started a fancy praise ceremony for Chen Yan, and everyone tried their best to praise Chen Yan's performance tonight.
Chen Yan quickly made headlines, and his 52 points caused quite a stir.
Chen Yan scored a playoff single-game record of 71 points, and also scored 50 points several times. Some fans have become accustomed to Chen Yan scoring 50 points and think it is not too difficult, but it is not difficult to find out by looking through NBA history.
Post-race 50 is an awesome achievement.
As powerful as the God of Basketball, the scoring maniac Jordan scored 50 points in the playoffs 8 times in his career, with the highest score being 63 points.
As fierce as Kobe Bryant scored 50 points in 25 games in total during the regular season, but only one game in the playoffs. In the G6 game between the Lakers and the Suns in the 2005-06 playoffs, Kobe scored 50 points alone, including 13 for the team in overtime.
Of the 12 points, coincidentally, the opponent in that game was the Suns, and the Lakers lost that game.
It is too difficult to get 50 points in a game in the playoffs. In addition to ability and condition, it also depends on the opponent. If the opponent is strict and defensive and concentrates all their defensive power to restrict you, it will be difficult to get high scores even if the gods come.
Chen Yan spent most of tonight under double teams. Even in singles, he faced a defensive player of Artest's level. To score 50 points is a phenomenon.
When he first entered the league, Chen Yan was once labeled as flashy. Those who watched him play were deeply impressed by his various crossovers and fancy dribbling.
In fact, underneath Chen Yan's gorgeous appearance is the body of an efficient scorer.
Playing ball is both cool and practical, and there is nothing more attractive to fans than this.
Domestic sports forums started ridiculing Artest. Before the series started, Artest said harshly that he would lock Chen Yan out. As a result, Chen Yan scored higher every game.
"That's it? That's it for the best defensive player?"
"Is your name Artest?"
"I really don't blame Artest. He has tried his best. Who allowed him to meet an opponent like Chen Yan?"
"Chen Yan proved to the world what a genuine mvp is!"
"I have a hunch that Chen Yan will break out in the next game!"
"Other players' performance is considered explosive, but Chen Yan can only be considered routine."
"The Mavericks have been pushed to the edge of the cliff. The next game will be the Suns' home court. This series is basically finalized."
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Two days later, in order to celebrate Chen Yan winning the regular season MVP, the Suns management held a coronation ceremony for him in the arena before the start of G5.
The Suns' owner, management and NBA commissioner David Stern were all present.
Before the ceremony began, David Stern said a lot to Chen Yan. This young man who he had high hopes for seemed to be developing on the track he hoped for.
Later, Chen Yan received the acceptance speech from NBA President David Stern and delivered a speech on the spot.
"This is a very important award. I once fantasized about holding the MVP trophy, but I didn't expect this day to come so soon. First of all, I want to thank my parents for your encouragement and support.
To this day, although you are far away across the ocean, I can feel your strength and your love. Thank you, I love you."
The scene was filled with thunderous applause. Chen Yan's speech lacked the humor of the past. He was very sincere tonight, and there were tears in his eyes when he spoke.
After the applause subsided, Chen Yancai continued: "I would also like to thank the management, coaching staff, trainers, nutritionists, team doctors and the fans who have always supported us no matter in the peaks or troughs. Of course, I also have to thank the people who stand side by side with me.
To my teammates who are fighting, without you I would not have been able to produce such beautiful data and win this MVP."
Finally, Chen Yan also sprinkled some dog food: "I would also like to thank my girlfriend Taylor Swift for your company and your encouragement, which has given me endless strength, both on the court and in life."
At this time, the camera turned and showed Swift a close-up.
Naturally she would come to the scene on such a crucial day.
Swift blew a kiss to Chen Yan, and Chen Yan winked at her.
Every move of the two people is the focus of attention from the outside world.
David Stern looked at Chen Yan with a smile on his face. He knew that this kid would succeed, and his judgment of people was not wrong, but he did not expect that the kid in front of him would succeed so quickly.
In just two seasons, Chen Yan won the scoring title, regular season MVP, finals MVP, and All-Star MVP.
This is an achievement that most stars cannot achieve in their lifetime, let alone ordinary players.
It is no exaggeration to say that Chen Yan is already a legend in the league.
Even if Chen Yan retires in place, he will still have a seat in the Hall of Fame.
After thanking him, Chen Yan directly made the final summary: "To be honest, I don't have many feelings. This is only my second season. My career has just started and I won the highest personal honor award. You know this feeling.
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There was a lot of laughter at the scene. Chen Yan's last words were very Versailles, and the fans expressed that they couldn't help but take action.
At this time, Stoudemire on the sidelines shouted: "Youngest MVP, have you thought about what gifts you want to buy for your teammates?"
When Stoudemire shouted, his teammates started cheering.
Azubuike laughed: "When Kobe won the MVP last year, he gave a watch to everyone on the team!"
Chen Yan held up the microphone and smiled: "I don't know what gifts Kobe gave to the Lakers players. I don't care about that. I only know that the gifts I gave to my teammates must be more valuable than him."
Bleeding happens when it's time to bleed. There's nothing you can do about it. The atmosphere has already set the stage for this.
Chen Yan is also willing to pay this money. This is a celebration for himself winning the MVP, and it is also an encouragement to his teammates.
After delivering their speeches, the players from both teams returned to the locker room to change equipment.
Chen Yan immediately put away his smile after entering the players' tunnel and entered the game mode in one second!
He knew that the Mavericks would try their best in this game and a fierce battle was inevitable.
The Mavericks really worked hard at the beginning.
They started from the defensive end, and every player worked very hard.
Trailing 1-3 with a total score, the Mavericks have no retreat!
The Suns' offense faltered in the first three rounds, while the Mavericks scored one goal each from Ray Allen and Nowitzki, temporarily leading 5-0.
Nowitzki's misfire in the last game caused the team to lose at home. In this game, he worked hard and was very decisive on the offensive end. Even his eyes were different.
