NBA: I am a master dealer

Chapter 222 The end of the regular season

The monstrous storm outside did not blow to the Heat.

that night.

The Heat announced the signing of Bill Walker and Michael Beasley with a 10-day short contract.

The former was brought back from NBDL, and the latter was successfully gilded from CBA.

Both of them have one thing in common. They have excellent physical fitness and amazing jumping. They were formerly talented.

It can be regarded as a supplement to the front line and inside line, and it is more suitable for the current Heat. When pushing the fast break, both of them can come in handy.

But both of them have some minor mental problems, with hot tempers, perverse and weird personalities.

Beasley is fine. As an old man in the Heat, his temperament has changed a lot over the years.

When Xue Liancheng met them for the first time, they were quite polite.

There is no way to be rude. As temporary workers, they want to hang out in the Heat. The first person they can't offend is undoubtedly the head of the team.

The Heat gave them the opportunity to return to the NBA this time, and they naturally cherish it.

After the game with the Cavaliers.

The Heat only have one day off, and they are also at the American Airlines Center to meet the challenge from the Portland Trail Blazers.

Batum's departure did cause a short-term problem for the Blazers' connection, but they quickly adjusted, and their performance during the recent period has actually been better.

Ok……

Even better than when Batum was there.

reason?

Batum's organizational tasks have been taken over by Lillard across the board, and the extremely inefficient Batum has been abandoned at the same time, which is an improvement to the Blazers' overall offense.

Although the traded Sean Williams was useless, the effect of throwing away the shock absorbers that hindered their offense was surprisingly good.

Currently 43 wins and 22 losses, still ranking fourth in the Western Conference.

However, compared with the Heat's record of 53 wins and 13 losses, there is still a cliff-like gap.

The process of the competition was very intense, the two sides came and went, refused to give in to each other, and the intensity of the fight could be called the playoff level.

The score has not been opened, and no one can do anything about it.

until the last moment.

Xue Liancheng scored three-pointers in a row and assisted his teammates to score three-pointers before finally making the final decision and pocketing the victory.

The final score was fixed at 110:104.

薛连城18投10中，三分球8中4，罚球8中7，狂砍下31分13助攻，引领球队再下一城。

The demeanor of the MVP is unobstructed, especially in the three rounds at the last moment, which directly harvested the game and made the Blazers' efforts throughout the game in vain.

In this game, Wade's offensive desire was extremely hot. He took 26 shots and hit 13 of them. The shooting percentage was 32%. He scored 6 points, plus 4 assists and [-] rebounds. His performance was also very good.

The double guns in the backcourt showed top-level offensive firepower, which made the Blazers care about one thing and lose another.

Ibaka and Gasol both truce, and Marcus Morris and Beasley replaced the starters. The former scored 15 points and 8 rebounds, while the latter played mediocrely, also had 7 points and 5 rebounds.

Batum also scored 12 points and made 10 of 5 shots, showing his old club what he is capable of: he is not that bad.

Trailblazers here.

Aldridge showed his prowess, made 24 of 15 shots, scored 35 points and 12 rebounds, skilled low-post skills, and super soft mid-range touch.

Even if double-teamed, Aldridge can quickly complete a straight-arm shot, completely breaking the Heat's double-team strategy.

Lillard made 13 of 7 shots and scored 17 points and 7 assists. His performance was quite good, and he was a qualified second-in-command performance.

Although Lillard is quite awesome now, the Trail Blazers at this time still belong to Aldridge's team.

The new aid Afflalo hit 4 three-pointers and scored 15 points. He is the key figure for the Blazers to bite the score.

CJ-McCollum is still a little transparent now. He played 14 minutes off the bench, made 5 of 2 shots, 3 of 0 three-pointers, and only scored a poor 4 points.

After the Trail Blazers game ended, the Heat ushered in another wave of eight consecutive victories, with momentum like a rainbow, and the momentum of swallowing mountains and rivers.

Next.

The Heat took the Denver Nuggets lightly this season.

Although Pork Belly Jokic was selected by the Nuggets this season, he has not yet landed in the NBA, so the current Nuggets are still full of chaos.

Another nine-game winning streak.

But before the Heat fans had time to rejoice, it came to an abrupt end.

Because they were overthrown by Thunder.

Da Wei Shao was mighty and domineering, scoring 22 points and 17 assists, leading the Thunder, which lacked Du Shubao, to end the Heat's nine-game winning streak.

This result was quite unexpected.

But as far as the Heat are concerned, it is also acceptable.

Because with only 13 games left, the Heat have basically secured No. [-] in the Eastern Conference.

The current record of the Heat is 55 wins and 14 losses, and the Eagles are 51 wins and 18 losses. There is a difference of 4 wins. If there is no accident, the Eagles will not be able to catch up.

Even the battle for the top spot with the Golden State Warriors still failed to determine the winner.

The Golden State Warriors are also 55 wins and 14 losses, the existence of Niu Dingtian.

The record of the two sides playing against each other is 1 win and 1 loss, but in the battles in their respective divisions, the Heat have the advantage, so they are still the first in the league.

but……

In the end, whoever is number one in the league will never come out until the last moment.

Because the two sides are too fierce.

There is a feeling of being invincible and sweeping everything.

But relatively speaking, the Heat's schedule is more difficult. The Bucks, Celtics, Hornets, Spurs, Cavaliers, Eagles, Pacers, Bulls, and Raptors are nine teams that are either at the playoff level or competing for seasons. The places in the playoffs are not easy to deal with.

of course.

Conversely, it would be a disaster for them to meet the Heat at the end of the season.

The result is obvious.

The Heat still maintained their strength and swept all the way.

First the Bucks, then the Celtics, then the Eagles again.

That's right!

Triple kill the eagle.

This means that the number one in the East has been completely settled.

It also verified what Xue Liancheng said: the Eagles are not their competitors for the top spot in the league.

This time.

No one is stubborn anymore.

The generals of the Eagles also shut up. Budenholzer's bold words can only be regarded as howling, which is very embarrassing.

Even if you don't respect you, you can't say anything.

Because it has become an established fact.

You really can't beat them, what can you say?

No matter how much it is said, it is powerless.

The Eagles still have the same problem. Once there is a problem with teamwork, no one will stand up and pull the team out of the quagmire.

In the end they lost by 7 points.

not much……

But just lost, there is no excuse at all.

The Heat did not stop their footsteps, overturned the Pistons again, defeated the Spurs, and ended in March.

This is the end.

The Heat have only the last eight games left in the regular season this season.

In the first game in April, they will go to Cleveland to challenge the Cavaliers again.

It was also their fourth and final meeting this season.

This game is extremely important for the Cavaliers, and it is about whether they can hold the third position in the Eastern Conference.

until now.

The Cavaliers are 46 wins and 29 losses, still ranked third.

The Bulls are 44 wins and 30 losses, still ranked fourth in the Eastern Conference.

The difference between the two sides is only 1.5 wins.

If the Cavaliers lose, the loss will also reach 30 losses, and No.3 will be in jeopardy.

Besides.

The Raptors have 43 wins and 31 losses, which is not far behind the Cavaliers. If you are not careful, the Cavaliers may fall to No.5.

If it falls to No.5, it will be a thunderstorm!
Not only is the home court advantage gone in the first round, but if you get past the first round, you will have to face the Heat head-on in the second round.

This is definitely not an ideal ranking.

and so.

Now the battle for the slots of the three teams has completely entered a fever pitch.

If you lose a game, the result is another matter.

No one can afford to lose.

But for the Heat, it's equally important.

wrong……

It should be very important to Xue Liancheng.

Now they are the same as the Warriors' losses, and their record is very tight. Whoever wins one more game will temporarily rank first in the league.

If anyone loses, he will be completely reduced to a lower position, and his fate is no longer within his control.

and so.

For Xue Liancheng, there is also no room for loss.

result.

When the appearance ceremony was performed, he was stunned for a moment.

Both James and Irving missed the game?

That's right.

He didn't hear the DJ calling their names.

In other words, the Cavaliers voluntarily gave up the game.

This result was beyond his expectation.

But he soon understood.

The Cavaliers' strategy is to let go of this game, reserve sufficient physical energy, and have a final tough fight with the Bulls in the next game.

This is indeed a very good retreat as an advance strategy.

Because the game against the Heat must be a bloody battle, there is no doubt about it.

It's okay to win.

In case of losing, in the next match against the Bulls, if you have no energy and no form, wouldn't you be unable to pick up sesame seeds and throw watermelons?

What's more...

What are their chances of winning?

No one can guarantee.

It's better to save all your energy and physical strength for the next game.

After all, the next game against the Bulls is the game that will determine the fate of the Cavaliers. One game is worth two...

Won.

There is a high probability of securing the third position.

Lost.

Then No.3 changed hands.

This is a game worthy of their desperation.

As for whether James has any fear of fighting?

I do not know.

might have……

Because the next game against the Bulls is two days after the game between the Heat and the Cavaliers, and they are not fighting back to back, it seems that it has no effect on the preparations for the Bulls, right?

or maybe not...

After all, Irving is also on a truce. It is necessary to study the weaknesses and weaknesses of the Bulls in advance, and then rehearse the tactics to crack them. It is understandable to allow enough time to prepare for the battle.

Anyway...

No one has the answer, except James.

After a thorough understanding.

Xue Liancheng naturally accepted the great gift from James with a smile, and won the game without bloodshed.

Then they beat the Pistons.

At this time, the Golden State Warriors lost the chain.

They lost to the Spurs 92:107.

in this way……

The Warriors have lost 15 games.

The Heat's loss is still 14 games.

The Heat finally have the capital to wave.

Sipo also asked Xue Liancheng to take a rest.

Before this, Xue Liancheng refused.

but……

Thinking that the playoffs are about to start, if you continue to be so tense, it is easy to be overly tense, and in a state of high muscle tension, there may be injury factors such as strains.

Now that he has an advantage, he simply agrees, and relax first...

result.

Without him, the Heat also ushered in a defeat.

And it failed miserably.

He was beaten by the Pacers with 89:112.

This result was beyond his expectation.

There was no power to fight back throughout the whole process, the offensive end was chaotic, causing a chain effect, and the defensive end was also full of loopholes.

Without him to guide the offense, everyone is not very good at playing. It's like being fed every day, and suddenly one day no one is feeding, but they only know how to open their mouths, and they can't even grasp chopsticks.

that's what it feels like...

One can imagine how important he is to the current Heat.

Xue Liancheng, who was sitting off the field, didn't know whether to be happy or sad...

But he thinks that hi is still the majority.

Because the Warriors lost again.

Lost to the Pelicans 100:103.

here.

The Warriors have lost 16 games.

The Heat's loss came to 15 games.

With the next five games remaining, the Heat's No. [-] position in the league is basically secured.

the other side.

The Cavaliers also overturned the Bulls 99:96, completely consolidating the third position.

The Bulls were really disappointing, and even lost to the magic team the next day, giving up the third place.

This is the end.

The situation of the league's ranking is basically settled.

4 month 15 day.

With the end of the last game Golden State Warriors 133:126 Nuggets, the regular season of the 14-15 season finally came to an end.

The Miami Heat successfully defended the league's first throne, with an astonishing record of 67 wins and 15 losses.

At the same time, it broke the best record of 12 wins in team history created by the Big Three in the 13-66 season, becoming the new record holder for the best record in team history.

This achievement, before the start of the competition, no one would have thought of it.

Last year's offseason, the Big Three, which suffered heavy losses in the finals, fell apart. James left, Wade's old age, Bosh's state also declined seriously, and more than half of the team left.

This team doesn't look like a king at all.

Some media even predicted that it would be a huge problem for the Heat to enter the playoffs.

It's just so unfavorable...

It is conceivable how difficult and bad the Heat's situation was at that time.

And now, they have won a full 67 games.

67 wins!

This is among the best in the league.

Throughout the entire season, the Heat's strong performance this season can almost be described as devastating.

If there hadn't been a three-game losing streak during the sequelae of the transaction, or Xue Liancheng hadn't been injured, the Heat's record would be unimaginable.

But that's part of the game.

Injuries and trades happen from time to time in the league, and no one can avoid it.

However, they still achieved incredible achievements.

After all the games, countless media praised the Heat, with applause and flowers overwhelming...

"The best record in team history, the Miami Heat are unstoppable this season"

"67 Wins, Crazy Miami Heat"

"Miami, which was looked down upon by the public at the beginning of the season, proved itself with facts"

"Without LeBron, Miami tells the world they're still the best team in the world"

"Unbelievable season, Miami's Big Three will launch a charge for the championship"

"Underestimated by the World?Miami furiously breaks record for best record in franchise history »

"Historical-level offensive firepower, destroying the ancients"

"The best defensive team in the league, they deserve 67 wins"

There is no doubt that the Heat are the biggest winners this season.

The No.2 in the league is the Golden State Warriors, who missed the first place in the league by one game.

But their record is also dazzling enough, 66 wins and 16 losses.

Such a record is enough to explode in any season.

It's just that they were unlucky. They encountered the same violent Miami Heat, which made the originally shining Warriors pale in an instant.

but……

Their violent three-point rain and the death five small lineup still left a deep impression on the public.

Like the Heat, they can kill opponents with a stick in an instant, and their offensive firepower is extremely terrifying.

The final ranking of the Eastern Conference has also been determined.

No.2, Atlanta Hawks 57 wins and 25 losses.

Originally, according to the historical trajectory, their record rushed to 60 wins, but they were defeated by the Heat for three consecutive games, and their record naturally dropped. The results of other games did not seem to have changed much.

But their team basketball this season is still eye-catching, especially during the 19-game winning streak, when the momentum was also very large.

No.3, the Cleveland Cavaliers have 50 wins and 32 losses.

When the Big Three combination was completed during the offseason, people's expectations for it were undoubtedly the highest.

The record of only 50 wins is not something to be proud of, and even a little disappointing.

Especially not long after the start of the game, and in the early part of the season, they have experienced a lot of turmoil, and they are the team with the most trade rumors in the league, not even one of them.

At one time, the winning rate was less than [-]%, which caused them constant earthquakes.

But they eventually pulled through and, since the trade, have done just as well.

only.

James was beaten four times in a row by his old club, the Heat, and was swept directly, which is quite disappointing.

It even made the public criticize it.

No. 1 in the league, handing over a score that just passed, and being humiliated by his old club again and again, really loses the style of No. 1 in the league.

No.4, Chicago Bulls 47 wins and 35 losses.

At the end of the season, they failed to survive and lost more, which made them lose the best qualifying position.

Butler took over Rose's boss scepter and became the new generation leader of the Scarlet Bull.

They have achieved this result this season, which is still very surprising.

No.5, Toronto Raptors 46 wins and 36 losses.

The start stage was as fierce as a tiger, and it ranked fifth at the end of the season.

But the backcourt composed of Lowry and DeRozan is still expected. After all, they have been in a semi-sinking state after Bosh left.

It has now reached the playoffs for two consecutive seasons, and it can be regarded as a perfect completion of the task.

No.6, the Washington Wizards have 44 wins and 38 losses.

Wall is still satisfactory this season overall.

But compared to Xue Liancheng, it is very disappointing.

However, being able to make it to the playoffs is considered to have completed the task, but this ranking is a bit lower than the forecast at the beginning of the season.

No.7, Milwaukee Bucks 39 wins and 43 losses.

After the trade to McAway, the record took a sharp turn for the worse. There is no doubt that the Bucks' entry into the playoffs this season is already a success.

But the process was extremely disappointing.

Fortunately, the team's two rising stars, Antetokounmpo and Middleton, are showing signs of jumping up, which is a consolation.

(End of this chapter)