rpbooks Chapter 465
Chapter 465
Chapter 465
Xu Tian lost by three points in the Western Conference semifinals for the first time in his career.Such a result of the game caused the Lakers to lose their home court advantage.
The top-ranked teams in the regular season can have four home games in a seven-game series. Once the team behind loses a home game, the home field advantage will come to the lower-ranked teams.If the team in front wants to regain the home court advantage again, it must conquer the opponent's home court.
After Xu Tian took a shower, he changed into the light blue sports suit he wore today, walked out of the bathroom, and accepted interviews from media reporters.In any case, tonight is the day when he officially becomes the MVP of the regular season, and these entertainments still cannot be shirked.
Brad Windhorst, who was closer to the Lakers' sources, got the highest priority for interviews and asked, "Xu, first of all, congratulations on becoming the MVP of this season's regular season. How do you feel about it?"
Xu Tian has long been able to hide his emotions after training throughout the season, and replied calmly: "This award has a lot to do with the record. It was the Lakers who finished second in the Western Conference that allowed me to win this award. I think more The most important thing is to thank my teammates and the management and coaching staff who have always supported me, other than that, I don’t have much emotion.”
Brad Windhorst knew that this was the official answer from Xu Tian, so he didn't continue to ask, but started to ask about tonight's game: "Tonight you set a new record for assists in a single game in your playoff career, But the team lost at home, what do you think made you lose this game?"
"Kobe's absence has a great impact on our lineup, but this is only a small part of the reason. The main reason is that I didn't play well, which caused the team to lose."
"You scored 55 points, 21 rebounds and 3 assists with a 17% shooting percentage. How can this not be regarded as a failure?"
"In the face of a loss, any data is worthless. This is the truth on the basketball court. If I play well enough, we will be leading 1-0 now." Xu Tian said here, his expression was a little lonely, He's not used to losing, and he doesn't like the feeling.
The Spurs players were also very low-key in interviews. They basically believed that they did everything they could to defend Xu Tian. They were very happy to win this game, but the series has just begun, and only one victory does not mean anything.
Li Lang is a die-hard Lakers fan. At this time, he felt the joy of celebrating Xu Tian's election as the MVP, and also felt the loss of liking the team after losing.Tapping the steering wheel with the index finger of his right hand, watching the light rain falling outside the car window, he waited with mixed feelings for Xu Tian to come out of the Staples Center.
After Xu Tian accepted the interview, he walked out with his future mother-in-law Annie Jin, who was still in the venue, and took Li Lang's car back to Walnut City.
Annie Jin saw that Xu Tian was a bit disappointed, and said, "Xiao Tian, this is your first semi-final match. It is normal to lose, so there is no need to blame yourself too much."
Xu Tian sat in the co-pilot and nodded silently.He can maintain his mentality when facing the media, but now they are all around him, so there is no need to hide his emotions.
Li Lang said while driving: "Xiaotian, winning or losing is a common matter in military affairs. One loss is nothing at all, just come back in the second game."
Xu Tian said: "The Spurs rested for a week, their cooperation was a bit rusty, and their physical condition had not adjusted, so they still failed to win. I feel that the second game will be very difficult."
Annie King didn't know much about basketball, so she didn't say anything.
Li Lang said, "Are the Spurs that strong?"
"The Spurs have GDP and dual virtues. The most difficult thing is that they have Popovich. In terms of tactical execution, no team can compare with them. If you want to win, you have to make unreasonable goals. After this game , I guess they will double-team me more resolutely, in short, it may be a little difficult." Xu Tian looked at the rainwater flowing on the car window and expressed his worries.
Li Lang always knew that the Spurs were a strong team, but he didn't expect Xu Tian to have such a strong sense of crisis. It was quite rare for this kind of situation to happen to Xu Tian, who was not stingy.
Xu Tian knew very well that he was not afraid of the Spurs, nor would he be afraid of any opponent.It's just that he couldn't figure out how to break the Spurs' continuous double-teaming, so he was a little upset.
The three of them did not communicate with each other until Annie Jin was picked up by Boss Jin, and Li Lang spoke again: "Xu, I am a die-hard Lakers fan, and I can basically represent the majority of Lakers fans. I have unlimited trust in you in my heart." , I always feel that you will bring miracles, and this is the feeling you bring to us ordinary fans."
Xu Tian looked at the rain that was falling harder and harder outside, and said: "I know, the eyes of the whole city are on the Lakers, and the fans are desperately hoping that I can lead the team back to the finals. But playing games is not just talking on paper, it's a bit Difficulty." He never showed his vulnerable side in front of outsiders, and he knew that apart from Alice's family, the only one who worried about him was Li Lang, who warmly helped him from the very beginning.
Li Lang's cell phone rang, but he didn't answer it. He quietly looked at the heavy rain outside the car window like Xu Tian, and said in a low voice: "Actually, there is no need to put so much pressure on yourself. Basketball is the sport you love. Just don't worry about it." Playing on the court, you don’t need to worry about so many other factors.”
Xu Tian stroked his cheek with the thumb of his right hand, and said: "I used to think so too, but since Alice was pregnant and suspended, I suddenly realized the existence of responsibility. I must take on the responsibility of being a father-to-be, and at the same time The responsibility to the fans, and the best way is to compete for this year's championship. This is my goal and the source of my pressure."
Li Lang saw Xu Tian's "Taoyuan Residence", parked the car on the side of the road, turned off the roaring engine, listened to the sound of dense raindrops falling on the roof of the car, and said: "The Lakers are very popular among Los Angeles fans. Regardless of honor or disgrace, we are willing to spend time with the team. You don’t need to put so much pressure on yourself, just keep loving basketball and enjoy the competition on the court.”
Xu Tian said with a smile: "I like winning, it can double the happiness for people, so I will not change my original intention."
Seeing Xu Tian laughing, Li Lang knew that he had come out of the negative emotions of defeat, and said: "You are home. Sleep beautifully tonight, put aside all emotions, and then prepare for the second game of the series .”
Xu Tian and Li Lang said goodnight to each other, then got out of the car, trotted open the gate of Taoyuan Residence, locked the gate, and returned to the warm and comfortable home.
Alice was still waiting for him. Seeing that his hair was soaked by the rain, she quickly took a towel to help him dry the rain on his head.
Xu Tian felt Alice's tenderness, and the feeling of loss in his heart subconsciously weakened a little.It was just that when he was sleeping soundly in the middle of the night, he dreamed of the missed ball and was told by Adam Silver that the Lakers would be eliminated, which made him sweat all over.
(End of this chapter)