The Way of the Center

In addition to the white snow, winter is also the peak time for players to get injured. If you do not warm up enough at low temperatures and do some exercises that wear your body excessively, it is very easy to get injured.

The excited Lillard originally wanted to maintain his state through good training, so that he could play at a level against Irving. But now, this duel has not yet begun, it is over.

After being sent to the hospital, the doctor diagnosed that Lillard was only a mild sprain, and he could return to normal after three or four days of rest. The injury is not serious, this is already a great fortune in misfortune. But tomorrow's game against the Cavaliers is less optimistic for the Trail Blazers.

"Take a good rest and don't think about anything. This season is still very long, and I have used you a lot." Ricard kept comforting Lillard, but in fact he was already very anxious in his heart.

The absence of Lillard's sharp knife is a real blow to the Trail Blazers. At the position of No. 1, only Old Miller can top it. An Jie’s teammate Earl Watson is no longer suitable for this important game when he was in the Thunder. Ricard must not gamble with Watson in such an important game.

While trying to comfort his players, on the other hand, he has to be devastated. Ricard is really driven into a dead end now, there is no way, but he has to face it.

Now that the Internet media is extremely developed, the news of Lillard's injury spread all over the world two hours after Anjie and the others arrived at the hospital.

People did not expect that such a breaking news would suddenly pop out at noon in this cold winter. Although the Trail Blazers are Anjie's team, Lillard's role in it is also not for Xiao Xu. If Lillard is absent from tomorrow's game, the Blazers' combat effectiveness will definitely be greatly reduced.

Now, Cleveland fans can cheer. Although they may not be able to become the final winner, their winning side is undoubtedly even greater because of Lillard's injury.

After Lillard's mood stabilized, Anjie and Ricard quickly returned to the training ground. The game will start tomorrow, but now their main point guard is unable to play. Many tactics and training must be adjusted accordingly. For example, Ricard has always emphasized the rapid counterattack, and now he cannot continue to do so.

Miller is 38 years old, and he can't run like Lillard. And this guy can't play thirty-four minutes per game like Lillard. The difficulties facing the Trail Blazers one after another, I have to say that this time, James is really lucky.

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With an uneasy mood, Portland fans lined up to enter the stadium. At this point, both the Trail Blazers and Cavaliers have already played to warm up. James, Irving and Love all appeared to be particularly focused when warming up. It seems that these three new giants do not intend to let go of this opportunity to rectify their names.

On the commentary stage, the most talked about is Lillard's injury. After all, this unexpected factor has already affected the game that has not yet started.

When the starting five tigers of both sides stepped onto the court to prepare for the game, the cameramen's shots fixed on the face of old Miller. No one knows what old Miller will look like in the starting lineup. The performance of this guy will directly affect the outcome of the game.

In this way, the 38-year-old "senior" Andre Miller once again served as the starter. He was fully focused and ready to pick up the basketball shot by An Jie.

"Brazilian Actor" Anderson Varejao eagerly eagerly, Lillard is not there, even the Brazilians are full of confidence in this game!

The referee blew his whistle and the orange basketball went straight up. Then, Anjie and Varejao both jumped up. However, Anjie's obvious height advantage still allowed him to win the first striker for the Trail Blazers.

Old Miller advanced with the ball, and it looked like this guy was still playing calmly.

Owen’s defense, Miller, is not afraid. The kid’s strength is on offense and defense, and Owen is a layman.

So Old Miller did not hesitate and reached out and called a pick-and-roll.

Aldridge did his part and mentioned the high position. Old Miller saw the opportunity to start, and the offensive officially launched.

Through the pick-and-roll, Miller, who successfully passed Irving cleanly, began to look for his intended goal. Angel currently separated Varejao tightly behind him, and it seemed that he was about to reach his position.

Miller didn't hesitate and took advantage of this opportunity to hit the ground for a pass. However, the basketball did not fly into Anjie's hands as before. The basketball just bounced off the floor, and a gust of wind hung over Old Miller's cheek, and the basketball was also scraped away!

"Kelly Irving! Unbelievable steal! The guy was still entangled with Aldridge a second ago, but now, he is running all the way with the ball, ready to complete this fast break!" Along with Mike Brin, he was surprised. With shouts, Irving crossed the entire court and completed a heavy one-handed slam dunk before all the Trail Blazers players returned to defense!

"Good job!" After Irving scored, James rushed to touch the young defender's head. A teammate who is more energetic and impactful than Wade, so James can't put it down!

"My fault, my fault, too careless!" Old Miller did not shirk responsibility, but raised his hand to admit his mistake. This was the first goal, and Owen caused trouble for Miller. It seems that Miller will be playing very hard today.

In the next few rounds, the two sides attacked and defended each other. The Cavaliers’ offense is indeed better than the Heat, and James’ two new teammates performed very well.

When the score became 12 to 8, Anjie glanced at the bench. Ricard, who was trailing by four points, did not say anything and signaled the game to continue.

An Jie clapped his hands, and the Trail Blazers players ran towards the opposing half.

An Jie and Varejao launched a fierce hand-to-hand battle. You must know that the Brazilian may have more small movements than An Jie, so An Jie has to be very difficult to position.

Just when the Trail Blazers No. 00 finally took a favorable position and prepared to raise their hands for the ball, the situation on the court changed again!

In an instant, the Blazers who were on offense once again became the defensive side. The Cavaliers' leader is still Kelly Irving!

Irving had already estimated his passing route before he got in touch with Miller. It seems that Irving must have done his homework before the start of this game. Under what circumstances the old Miller will probably pass the ball, Irving has now studied it clearly.

Before playing against Irving, An Jie felt a little aura at best. But now, when Irving became a member of the James Army, Anjie really realized the terrible young guard.

The experienced old Miller was interrupted by Irving with two consecutive goals, and Irving also seized the opportunity of these two fast breaks.

"Kelly Irving's performance is really outstanding! He has brought a lot of trouble to the Trail Blazers, Andre Miller can no longer rely on experience to fight against these new era players." Mike Brin was incredulous. Shout, you know, in Moda Center, but few people can steal An Jie's limelight. But today, Irving did it.

For several minutes, Owen locked old Miller to death. And his offense usually makes Miller unable to cope. Ricard is already in desperation, because now the Trail Blazers can't find a candidate for the first position on the bench.

"Courtney! Go up and replace Miller. Tell everyone, let Iguodala control the ball!" There is no way, Ricard has to repeat the old tricks and let Iguodala play the role of the ball control striker.

A foul by Aldridge on Love put the game into a dead-ball state, Courtney Lee jumped into the court and conveyed Ricard's arrangement to everyone.

In the first two rounds, the Cavaliers who did not slow down really let Iguodala pass a few good shots. But when James knew what was going on, he began to put more energy into defense. Since then, the Blazers offense has once again become chaotic.

Time passed by, and the rotation of the two sides quickly took over the game. In the Trail Blazers second team, there is no one who can control the ball.

Nicholas Batum's passing ability is very good, but good passing does not mean good organization. Batum was able to deliver that kind of brilliant pass, but he couldn't continue this kind of performance.

On the other hand, the Cavaliers, although the Australian defender Delavidova is not a master of organization, but they can sort out the Cavaliers' offense in an orderly manner.

In this way, the trailblazers were chased and beaten. At the end of the first quarter, James waved his fist vigorously. Playing against the Trail Blazers has never been so fun like today!

34 to 26, Cleveland's poor record actually led the Trail Blazers by eight points at Moda Center! The second quarter of the game will be the Cavaliers first attack, if they can seize that opportunity, the point difference will be instantly stretched to double digits.

Irving's performance of 10 points and 3 steals in the first quarter is undoubtedly the biggest reason the Cavaliers can take the lead. Lillard was injured and the Trail Blazers couldn't resist Irving's impact at the first position.

After the players rested, Ricardrian did not speak for a long time. He knew that Lillard's absence would bring a lot of difficulties to the team, but he did not expect the impact to be so great.

When Ricard was at a loss, An Jie suddenly stood up from the bench.

"Give me the ball and I will be responsible for the team's offense." Anjie stood among the crowd and said firmly.

Everyone looked up at him, even Ricard.

"No way, our offense in the first quarter is really messy. I know the Cavaliers are not an ordinary team, but I want to try to take over the game." Anjie looked at Ricard, Ricard He immediately picked up the tactical board and began to draw tactics with Anjie as the core of the offensive.

James looked at the Blazers bench on the other side of the court~www.NovelMTL.com~ At this time, Angel and Ricard were surrounded by everyone. Although the Cavaliers are leading at this time, James is still a little worried. God knows what horrible ideas those two guys can come up with.

"LeBron, are you listening?" The Cavaliers coach David Blatter yelled, and then brought James' thoughts back.

"Well, I know, give Kelly more room and continue to attack the opponent's vacancy." James repeated the head coach's words verbatim. Although he is observing the Trail Blazers' every move, it does not mean that he is thorough. Distracted.

"Very good. Everyone performed well in the first quarter. Keep up the good work and let us go home with victory!" Blatter waved his fist, and the Cavaliers players also yelled.

The electronic buzzer sounded, and the second quarter of the two sides was about to begin. An Jie stepped into the court, looking confident. It's as if it's not him who is behind, but the Cavaliers.

"Are you ready LeBron, you are in trouble!" Anjie muttered to himself, and promised to help Lillard hold the city, so he must not break his words!

Take over the game, starting from the second quarter...