Chapter 1 After Leaving Philadelphia with Victory

After leaving Philadelphia with a victory, the Space City Three Olds rushed to Chicago. In their back-to-back game against the Bulls...

They accidentally pressed the button to launch the Mosaic team into the sky, turning it into a "God Descending to Earth" moment.

Su Feng watched the game alone at home.

Because the 76ers' January schedule was too packed, Davis canceled many training sessions to consider the players' stamina.

NBC broadcast the Mosaic vs. Bulls game nationwide.

And then...

Jordan fans were ecstatic, Jordan haters went into hiding.

Throughout the game, neither Barkley nor Drexler could stop Jordan, who was in a murderous mood.

Although Olajuwon wreaked havoc in the Bulls' weak interior, the night was destined for Chicago.

In the game, the "Old Rogue" made 15 of 26 shots, including 4 of 7 three-pointers, and 4 of 4 free throws, scoring a game-high 38 points, plus 7 rebounds, 7 assists, and 3 steals, helping the Bulls successfully end their losing streak.

In this game, the "Flying Pig" and the "Glide" combined for only 19 points, in a dismal performance.

Obviously, someone watching the game on TV had to take full responsibility for Barkley and Drexler's poor performance that night.

The Mosaic team had been worn down by the 76ers all day yesterday, and today they wanted to slay gods. Is it because your Grandpa Pi is too old to lift his saber, or is Su Feng's "Grind King" reputation not loud enough?

ESPN had an interesting statistic this season: teams that have played against the 76ers have a win rate of only 37.5% in their next game.

The Philadelphia gang, even if they can't rob a victory, can rob your kidneys and ankles!

Now, when many teams look at the schedule and see that they are playing the 76ers next, they consciously prepare for the next game as if it were a playoff game.

Don't ask, just know that the 76ers' fighting spirit deserves praise.

After leading his team to defeat the Mosaic team, Jordan was in a much better mood.

The Boss has been under a lot of pressure lately and hasn't dared to go to the casinos.

This victory also temporarily stopped the widening crack within the Bulls.

In the locker room, everyone was chatting and laughing, and everything was so harmonious.

However, both Pippen, who was applying ice packs, and Jordan, who was enjoying this moment of peace, felt an unprecedented pressure...

In that instant, the greatest forward-guard duo in NBA history had the same person in mind...

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The night of the 13th, Philadelphia, Zhongzhou Arena.

As the Jazz came to visit, Su Feng's father-in-law, Hornacek, brought Abby... Ah呸 (A-呸, a sound of self-correction), away games, how could Hornacek bring his 2-year-old daughter?

Stability is the theme of this season for the Jazz.

So far, whether in terms of record or team status, the Jazz's performance has been quite stable.

Ostertag, Karl Malone, Russell, Hornacek, Stockton...

As the Jazz's starting lineup stepped onto the Zhongzhou Arena one by one, the 76ers fans realized, where did we get the courage to fantasize that the 76ers could beat this Jazz team?

Well...

Well!

Ratliff, Big Ben, Su Feng, Harris, Iverson, as the Philadelphia gang walked to the center circle one after another...

The 76ers fans suddenly felt, maybe we can win...

Speaking of which, this Jazz team is the team that Su Feng least likes to play against right now.

Because their iron-making value on the front lines...

Is not fragrant at all.

As for Stockton and Malone...

Su Feng would never actively apply to defend Stockton, because Stockton's secret to dealing with Iverson has never been offense.

And based on his rationality as a player, even if he gets past Iverson, he will most likely pass the ball.

In Su Feng's previous life, in Iverson's 11 career encounters with Stockton, Stockton won 9 of them, averaging 11.4 points and 8.2 assists.

Stockton's secret to dealing with Iverson is being dirty, it's a one-stop service of tapping the balls and shaving the hairs. As a "Humanoid AI Encyclopedia," Su Feng knew that Stockton was one of the opponents that Iverson least liked to play against.

Because when facing Stockton, Iverson's field goal percentage was only 37.6%, and he missed nearly 14 shots per game, with an iron production close to that of a second-in-command player's attempts.

And Malone goes without saying, if Su Feng defends Malone, wouldn't that be telling the Jazz, don't run pick-and-rolls, just go for mismatches!

Therefore, in this game, Su Feng's main defensive target is still Hornacek.

But speaking of which, Su Feng's least favorite team to play against in his heart is the Jazz, but in fact, his current style of play is most effective against this Jazz team.

Last time in Salt Lake City, Su Feng scored his first 30+ of his career, and on this night, as the game progresses, people will find that Su Feng being able to score 30+ in Salt Lake City is no accident...

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On the court, the Great White Bear Ostertag jumped for the Jazz's first attack.

Stockton ran a pick-and-roll with Malone, and Iverson, according to the pre-game plan, took a step back and didn't take the pick.

Stockton has a three-point percentage of over 40% this season, but as the Emperor of Reason, he hesitated slightly after seeing Big Ben not far away...

Honestly, don't even mention that future elementary school student, give it to Nash, and Nash might shoot it.

Stockton's hesitation gave Big Ben a chance to defend two. This pick-and-roll failed to create a direct offensive opportunity for the Jazz, and Hornacek on the wing was also locked down by Su Feng.

So, Stockton had to pass the ball to Malone, and Malone directly posted up on the wing, jointly performing "Elbow, Elbow, Elbow, Heroes Elbow with Me" with Big Ben.

Malone is incredibly strong, but in the last encounter, he found that brute force alone couldn't solve Big Ben.

As the saying goes, there is finesse in the elbow, and Malone can also embroider flowers.

In this play, Malone looked for an opportunity to turn around, trying to fool Big Ben.

However, Big Ben didn't give him a chance at all. After all, he had already suffered a loss in the previous game against the Jazz, would Big Ben have to suffer a second time?

The same trick can't be used twice against a Saint Seiya is common sense!

Malone had no choice but to complete an iron-blooded turnaround jumper after elbowing out a short distance.

Clang!

In the 76ers' paint, Ratliff held off Ostertag tightly and grabbed the rebound.

It is worth mentioning that after grabbing this rebound, Ratliff's ferocious roar almost shattered the dome of the Zhongzhou Arena!

In terms of momentum, the 76ers once again overwhelmed their opponents!

Ratliff passed the ball to Iverson, who launched a fast break.

On the court, Iverson's crossover was wonderful.

The "Answer" successfully shook off Stockton with several between-the-legs dribbles at the high post!

But, just as Iverson was about to speed into the paint...

Hurry, hurry, hurry!

Save, save, save!

Su Feng, save me!

Noticing Iverson's subtle change in expression, Su Feng rushed out to receive the ball. Good heavens, who knows what Iverson just experienced, Su Feng saw that his big eyes were about to pop out...

The Jazz sent Russell to defend Su Feng tonight, and with the experience of their last encounter, Su Feng knew Russell's weaknesses like the back of his hand.

In Su Feng's previous life, in the 1996/97 Finals, Jordan averaged 26.3 shot attempts against Russell.

And in the 1997/98 season, Jordan was still able to average 27.3 shot attempts against Russell.

Putting aside Jordan's field goal percentage, let's take the 1995/96 Finals as an example.

Compared to Jordan, who was limited to 20.5 shots per game by the Sonics at the time, you can see that the Jazz's defense against Jordan was doomed to failure from the start.

The reason is simple, because although Russell's height is over two meters, his weight is also over 100 kilograms.

So, the question is, under the hand-checking rules, when defending Jordan's post-ups, can Russell's hard-earned biceps really stop Jordan from even attempting a shot?

And who said Jordan can only post up and do turnaround jumpers?

Even at 35 years old, Jordan's speed is still top-notch among guards.

If you can't keep up with Jordan's pace, how can you limit Jordan's shots?

In Jordan's last three-peat, the Sonics had already proven with their actions that the best choice for defending Jordan is a light outside player, not a heavy tank.

Su Feng felt that Russell was such a pity, because if he had been born in the future, he would definitely be in high demand.

Because the man of the future is the one who needs a tough guy like him to deal with.

The reason why Su Feng was able to take 26 shots in the last game against the Jazz was that as long as Russell's attention was not focused, he could complete his shot before Russell blocked it.

Su Feng, who had mastered the "Nine Styles of Iron Making," dribbled to his right, feinting a drive, after receiving the ball. Russell knew that Su Feng was fast and took a small step towards his left.

As a result, as soon as Russell cooperated, Su Feng dribbled lightly to his left and completed a beautiful turnaround jumper .gif.

Swish!

Su Feng launched this attack from a very cunning spot, just inside the three-point line, in the most awkward area for defensive players.

Although he doesn't like long-range two-pointers, you still have to shoot the mid-range shots you should.

0 to 2.

While retreating on defense, Su Feng actively ran to Iverson's side and asked him what had just happened.

Iverson hurriedly let go of the hand covering his crotch and looked at Su Feng with an expression that said, "I'm fine, don't worry about me."

Okay, Su Feng roughly guessed what had just happened.

Sin, Allen!

It's okay to dribble between your legs when facing Stockton, but if you dribble between your legs continuously, wouldn't that give people an excuse to tap your balls and directly hit your eggs?

Su Feng felt pain just thinking about that scene...

On the court, the game continued, this time Stockton used Malone's screen to kill into the paint, but although Big Ben was screened by Malone, Ratliff was still there!

This black whirlwind from Alabama directly "blocked" Stockton's layup.

The 76ers' blocked shot service in the paint is now well-known.

After Ratliff gradually grew, in January, his average number of blocks had increased to 3.

On the court, Harris secured the second rebound, and the 76ers launched a fast break. This time, Iverson learned his lesson. After using a screen at the high post, he directly used a crossover to shake off Stock...

Young man, I see that your armpit hair is long, you should trim it!

Stockton reached around the screen at the last moment and pulled Iverson's arm back and forth.

In the 90s, this kind of arm contact between offensive and defensive players during a breakthrough would generally not be called a foul.

Because under the hand-checking rules, the referees would think that the defensive player was preparing to reach out and support the offensive player's waist, and the offensive player reached out to block, just to protect his waist.

Iverson forced a shot in a smooth motion this time, but unfortunately, with Stockton's interference, the basketball bounced off the rim.

After Ostertag secured the rebound, the Jazz continued to grind their offense against the 76ers.

The reason why the 76ers can't completely replicate the Suns' mercury-like offense in the future is right here.

In this era, the defensive standards are too exaggerated. Before the league canceled the hand-checking rules, even the Mavericks under Nelson could only get a little over 100 points per game.

In fact, the hand-checking rules are really unfriendly to the viewing experience of the game and can easily cause various injuries to players.

After the NBA canceled the hand-checking rules in the future, Stern's gameplay was very clever.

That is, you guys go ahead and run and gun in the regular season, using offensive basketball to attract fans. When it comes to the playoffs, everyone focuses on defense.

This way, both the viewing experience of the regular season and the intensity of the playoffs are guaranteed.

Therefore, even after the hand-checking rules were canceled, the Lakers and Celtics had historic defensive performances in the Finals.

Stern knew very well that if the NBA only had offensive basketball, then fans would also develop aesthetic fatigue.

In Su Feng's previous life, before Stern retired, offense wins tickets, defense wins championships had always been a golden rule.

The Jazz are a disciplined team, and they were grinding their defense against the 76ers in an orderly manner tonight.

In the Zhongzhou Arena, many 76ers fans were almost falling asleep...

The 76ers found it difficult to run transition offense against the Jazz's steady play, because the premise of running transition offense is that the opponent has to make mistakes under your defense.

Sloan didn't want to be dragged around by the 76ers, because they had to go to Chicago to pay homage to Jordan in a couple of days...

If the game against the 76ers was too exhausting, how could the Jazz play the Bulls?

After Su Feng made that jump shot at the start, the two teams did not score a single point in the next three minutes.

Su Feng enjoyed this close-quarters combat, after all, in just three minutes, Hornacek had given himself three defensive iron-making points...

Tsk!

He is indeed his future father-in-law... Ah呸 (A-呸, a sound of self-correction), he is indeed the "dead-eye" on this Jazz team with the right to shoot!

On the court, Iverson was also 0 for 3 from the field after the start.

This play, the 76ers' offense, Iverson "rationally" passed the ball to Su Feng on the wing after seeing Stockton rushing towards him.

Su Feng once again singled out Russell, still a 45-degree angle on the wing, a one-on-one inside the three-point line.

Su Feng didn't choose to run for a three-pointer, because Russell is a player who does a good job of following his man.

And the Jazz are very focused on him tonight. In comparison, this kind of one-on-one inside the three-point line is the easiest way for Su Feng to get an opportunity to shoot.

In this play, Su Feng held the ball in one hand, feigning a quick draw to the right side of his body, and Russell did not dare to neglect, and hurriedly blocked up.

Well, it was obvious that Russell was tricked again...

On the court, after grabbing the ball back, Su Feng directly completed a heartbreaking turnaround jumper .gif in the opposite direction.

Swish!

0 to 4, Su Feng was 2 for 2 from the field tonight, and on the 76ers' bench, the clever Davis felt that Su Feng's one-on-one against Russell was working very well tonight and was preparing to call a timeout to arrange more one-on-one tactics for Su Feng.

Su Feng, whose playing style is flexible and smooth, is indeed very effective against outside tanks like Russell, and who said that the "dribbling cripple" can't be an "Encyclopedia of Offense"?

Su Feng, who had studied Jordan's "Iron-Making Secret Manual" thoroughly, had already gone further and further on the road of fancy iron-making.

The Jazz attacked, and this time Malone scored, with a signature high post jumper.

2 to 4.

This season is one of Malone's representative works, although there is Stern's will in it, but as Su Feng's previous life will win this season's regular season...

This time, Su Feng's screening action was very standard during the pick-and-roll.

Do you know why NBA players have to protect their crotches during pick-and-rolls?

Because if you're not careful, you might still be playing in the NBA today, and tomorrow you'll have to go play in the WNBA.

Stockton was thwarted while going around the screen, because Su Feng's screen was flawless!

On the court, Iverson was finally able to kill into the paint happily this time.

However, having escaped Stockton's ball-tapping hand, Iverson was unable to avoid Malone's big elbow this time.

In the paint, Iverson, who was elbowed by Malone, was already tired and uninspired after landing...

Although the "Answer" never gives up, he is also human!

Since he is human, is he not allowed to say that I'm having a hard time?

Too hard!

On the court, Iverson walked to the free throw line with difficulty. After being elbowed by Malone, he made one of two free throws and was not feeling well at all.

Seeing Iverson, who was not playing very happily tonight, Su Feng patted him on the shoulder while retreating on defense and said, "Allen, you can shoot more three-pointers tonight and go to the paint less."

Iverson thought that Su Feng thought he was being cowardly and said somewhat reluctantly, "Su, I have the ability to judge the game!"

"Ah, that's a shame.

Originally, in my heart, I always thought you were the best three-point shooter in the NBA.

I even said that you like the freedom you feel when shooting three-pointers!" Su Feng shook his head and sighed.

Freedom?

At this moment, Iverson's big eyes flashed again.

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ps: Sorry, after finishing the update in the morning, I couldn't fall asleep until 12 noon, and I kept feeling sleepy after waking up at 4 pm... Today, I'll guarantee 10,000 words first! Ah Qiao is trying to find a way to drink some Erguotou and try to get some sleep.