readytorunbook Chapter 192 Christmas Battle
Chapter 192 Christmas Battle
Chapter 192 Christmas Battle
On December 12, the Heat ushered in the last game before Christmas.
That's right, there is no Heat team in the Christmas game.
Unlike the later generations, the Christmas war is almost a rotten street, and six or seven games have to be arranged every year.
Nowadays, in addition to attention, the strength of the Christmas war is also crucial.
Before the start of this season, the NBA officials never expected that Chen Mo and the Heat would be so manic and advance all the way.
Otherwise, whether Chen Mo played against Yao Ming or against James, it would be the most eye-catching match.
The regret in David Stern's heart!
"Mark, remember, next year's schedule, the Christmas game must be arranged for Chen and the Heat."
"David, don't worry, I will arrange it.
In fact, you don't have to worry, there is no Christmas war, and there is also the Huaguo New Year's war. Chen and Yao will definitely attract the attention of a large number of Huaguo fans. "
That's right, Chen Mo doesn't have to play during the Christmas holiday, but he can't play on New Year's Day.
On the first day of the Lunar New Year, when the Heat played against the Rockets at home, David Stern had already made clear arrangements for Chen Mo.
"By the way, David, what should we do about Chen's All-Star vote?"
At this time, Xiaohua also spoke.
"Xiaohua, what do you mean?"
David Stern was a little hesitant, whether to let Chen Mo enter the All-Star starting lineup.
That's right, everyone thinks that the All-Star starters are selected, but it depends on whether David Stern agrees.
"Last year, Yao was selected as an All-Star, which caused dissatisfaction among many media and players.
If Chen enters the All-Star starting lineup as a rookie this year, I am worried that it will cause more dissatisfaction. "
Mark Tatum disagrees: "No, Xiaohua, it's a different situation, it's not the same situation with Chen and Yao.
Last year, Yao's results were indeed not convincing, but Chen was different.
Whether it is Chen's performance or the Heat's record, he is eligible to be the starter.
He averaged 24.6 points per game and ranked third in the scoring list. If such a player cannot make the All-Star starter, then the fans will be dissatisfied. "
David Stern nodded, and said: "Indeed, Chen's performance this year is indeed eligible for the All-Star starter."
Xiaohua said: "That's right, that's the truth, but we have to consider other people's opinions.
And there is Chen, he did not sign Nike and Adidas, these two companies gave us a lot of pressure. "
Nike and Adidas are regarded as one of the most important sources of income for NBA officials besides TV broadcasting.
The two companies, together with Gatorade, do have a lot of influence on NBA officials.
David Stern said: "It's their own misjudgment, it's no wonder anyone, wait and see.
If Chen can maintain his performance like this, then he should be included in the All-Star starting lineup. "
David Stern made a final decision, and Xiaohua and Mark didn't say anything more.
What's more, the truth is such a truth, strength and performance are the most important things for NBA players.
If Chen Mo's performance is better, such as winning the scoring title, or the Heat becoming the league's No. [-], then they don't need to discuss it here.
Moreover, with Chen Mo's current performance, even if he can't become the All-Star starter, the coach will probably select him as an All-Star.
Compared with NBA officials, coaches don't have so many scruples. Naturally, whoever performs well chooses whom.
Naturally, Chen Mo didn't know whether he should be an All-Star starter or not, and it even sparked discussion among NBA officials.
At this time, the Heat's game against the Wizards also arrived as scheduled, and there were not many surprises in the result.
The Heat defeated the Wizards by a big score of 117:96.
I don't know if it's because of the approaching Christmas, the Wizards have no intention of resisting at all.
In three quarters, the Heat won the game easily so that everyone could go home for Christmas.
Just after the game ended, everyone on the Heat team left one after another, leaving only Chen Mo alone.
No way, Christmas is the most important festival in the United States, and these Americans will naturally not miss it.
It's like the Spring Festival in China. During the Chinese New Year, as long as possible, I always go home.
Eddie Jones and Stan Van Gundy both live in Miami, and both invited Chen Mo to their home for the holidays.
However, Chen Mo refused.
The family is happy, what is it for him to join in?It's embarrassing, okay?
Just like during Chinese New Year, would you go home with your friends?I also have a New Year's Eve dinner with my family!
It just doesn't feel right.
Moreover, Chen Mo really doesn't feel much about Christmas, it's almost like an ordinary day.
If there is any difference, it was in the past, when he often stayed in hotels on this day.
No way, he doesn't like Christmas, but his girlfriend likes it!
Chen Mo simply slept in the apartment, waited until Christmas day, bought delicious food and drinks, and watched the Christmas battle directly.
To be honest, this year's Christmas battle is actually nothing to watch.
There are only three games, and the first game is the Cavaliers vs. Magic. Are there any grievances between the two sides?Absolutely not.
I don't know what the league thinks, but it even arranged for James to play against the Magic in the Christmas game!
Not long ago, he was massacred by McGrady once, and today's James could not escape this disaster, and died a miserable death.
James played well, scoring 34 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists.
However, McGrady shot 52% from the field and 56% from three-point range. He scored a quasi triple-double with 41 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists.
By the way, there is another interesting thing. Today's Director Lu finally met James.
Especially when James played point guard and Lu directed the bench, the two faced off for a while.
For some reason, Chen Mo wanted to laugh inexplicably when he saw the two facing each other.
Then there was the offensive battle between the Mavericks and the Kings. The game was very exciting, but unfortunately there was nothing to watch.
The two teams have neither superstars nor grievances, and the fans are not enjoyable to watch.
In the end, the Mavericks won the game.
As for the most interesting game, it is naturally Mosaic against the Lakers, Yao Ming and O'Neal's Yao Sha.
Mosaic worked hard, and it was not particularly difficult to win the game, 99:87, winning by 12 points.
In the direct confrontation with O'Neal, Yao Ming had no advantage, but he still scored 18 points and 8 rebounds.
The reason why Mosaic wins is only to rely on the performance of the substitute lineup.
In the past, the substitute lineup was abused, and it was rare for him to rise up once. I have to say, it is really rare.
The Lakers' bench lineup is really bad. The bench players took 12 shots and only hit 3 goals and scored 8 points.
The substitute lineup can't provide firepower, so you can only rely on the starting lineup to win the game. Once the starting lineup is not in good condition, it will be dangerous.
(End of this chapter)