Chapter 246: No Chance
"We ...... It's ...... to make the playoffs! β
On the sidelines of the field, Chen Mu, Iguodala and others looked at the final score on the display screen in the center of the court, all of them half-open their mouths and couldn't say a word.
We're in the playoffs?
The weak Philadelphia 76ers entered the playoffs??
The 76ers, who were deemed worthless by big trade back ball critics, earned a ticket to the playoffs???
At this moment, the situation in the away stadium is completely different from that of the Valgiovia Center, there is no ecstasy, no cheers, no streamers flying in the sky.
Yes, it's just bland.
The Raptors players didn't say much, and they didn't feel much about the loss. The rankings have been solidified, and their minds have long been on the upcoming playoffs, how to resist the sharp impact of the Nets' outside three-headed monster? That's what they're most concerned about right now.
Bosh, who has been fighting with Chen Mu for two seasons, also showed the demeanor of an All-Star level player, although he was knocked out by Chen Mu in the All-Star Game, although he failed to lead the team to win in the two games this season, but this is not Chen Mu's fault, and Chen Mu has no intention of targeting him.
The yellow-skinned young man in front of him just wanted to win too much.
βCONGRATULATIONSγβ
Bosh stepped forward, hugged Chen Mu deeply, and said in Chen Mu's ear: "You guys fought very well and deserved this victory." β
"You have benefited me a lot, and I will do my best next time." Chen Mu smiled.
"See you in the arena."
"See you in the arena."
The two turned to leave, and the battle for the new generation of interior players in the East. It's been quietly started.
There were no boos from the away fans either, and the defeat was nothing special for the fans. Win the game? That's nice. Lost? It doesn't matter.
Now Toronto's opponent is New Jersey, and it is Kidd and his Nets that they desperately want to win. Philadelphia 76ers? The start of the season did bring us bitter memories, but that's the overall quality, and the goals between us are completely different.
So when the 76ers won, the fans got up indifferently, left indifferently, and applauded for a while with a little grace. Because they know that for them, the result of this game does not matter. But for Philadelphia, it means a lot.
"Thank you, thank you!"
Chen Mu and Iguodala and others were greatly moved by the actions of the away fans. They all stepped forward to wave and bow to the fans.
This scene. Chen Mu, who was surrounded by boos as soon as he stepped on the field, was quite emotional.
D'Antoni is right, the United States is a country that only recognizes the strong, and wants to win respect? Then show your superhuman strength!
The indifference and relief of the 76ers became the bitterness of Orlando.
The Magic players were in a low mood, but in the head coach's post-game speech, people still saw that this young team is still looking to the future.
"We've improved a lot this season. The result was a little bitter, but it didn't matter. Next season, we'll be back next season! β
Speaking of improvement, what team has improved as much this season as the Philadelphia 76ers?
From the core to the main players to the benches, the pace of progress shown by a bunch of young lads in Philadelphia is phenomenal.
Some time ago, the group ridicule of the Philadelphia media made the boys angry, and the old-school media also held back their efforts to watch the jokes.
In the middle of the season, when the team's record was sluggish, the team's core Chinese kid Chen Mu was interviewed and firmly said that the team would definitely break into the playoffs.
At that time, how many media were waiting for the final slap in the face, the chic of the opening season faded, and the slump in the middle of the season was the embodiment of the true strength of the 76ers. Such a team without a striker wants to make the playoffs? Wait to be slapped in the face by us!
Unexpectedly, at the end of the season, it was the media who were slapped in the face.
The next day, the Philadelphia media suddenly cooled down from the excitement of the previous period, and about the 76ers' victory, the media naturally reported that a broken team that lost its backbone after a big trade broke into the playoffs, which is naturally worth writing about.
But most of the Philadelphia media didn't do that, just gave the results of the game lightly and wished the 76ers good luck in the playoffs. It's just that in this blessing, there is still no lack of ridicule.
Throughout the previous season, the media and ball commentators were saying that the 76ers had no chance, and the playoffs were just wishful thinking.
So the media chose silence, chose to be low-key, and chose the blessings of a seemingly gentleman.
"Heading into the playoffs, the 76ers' boys deserve our applause and encouragement. But we also need to be clear about the gap, eighth in the East, facing the incomparably strong Detroit in the first round, the 76ers' prospects are very bleak. The goal of the playoffs should be to continue to build on the roster and seek improvement to lay the foundation for the coming year. As for victory or not, it is not in the control of the 76ers players. β
I have to say that Gersner's ridicule skills are indeed deep enough, and at such a celebratory moment, his comments can still see contempt and ridicule for the 76ers.
Entering the playoffs? Congratulations. But alas, you are going to die, get ready to be swept away!
That's what Gersner was trying to say.
However, among the many media, only one media seemed very happy, reported on the team's fighting spirit and courage, and spared no effort to applaud the 76ers, believing that although the 76ers' hope of winning the championship is very, very slim, the possibility of setting off a youth storm in the playoffs still exists.
This media is naturally the Philadelphia City Newspaper, and the commentary reporter is naturally Chen Mu's descendant of Justin.
"Congratulations, Boss!"
On the night of the game, Justin was probably busy writing and did not greet Chen Mu. But the next day, when the report appeared in the newspaper and the work was completed, Justin immediately called Chen Mu to congratulate him.
"It's just getting started." Chen Mu smiled faintly and expressed his gratitude.
"Go for the playoffs!" Justin clenched his fists.
"Definitely." Chen Mu nodded.
In a few days, the NBA regular season will be over. The season rankings are out, and everything is not far from what most commentators predicted before the season.
The West is wild and breathtaking, with the top-ranked Mavericks breaking a franchise record with 67 wins. The top three Texas teams, led by the Mavericks, all entered the playoffs.
Second, the Suns are on fire, and it seems that any player changes will not affect Nash's ability to turn stones into gold, and Phoenix fans are excited about 61 wins.
The third Spurs are rock-solid, with a 58-win record that is strong enough in any year, but unfortunately compared to the wild and boundless Mavericks, it seems somewhat bleak.
This was followed by the Jazz with 51 wins and the Rockets with 52 wins. The two teams will face each other in the first round of the playoffs. In terms of record, the Rockets are slightly better, but due to the format. I can only lose the home field advantage.
So far, a total of five teams in the West have won more than 50 wins, and the strength of the West has reached a new high.
In addition, the Nuggets. Lakers. The Warriors are sixth through seventh.
In the East, the Central Division is extremely strong, with three teams making the playoffs. Detroit leads the way, with a 53-win record that falls short of previous years, but it's still enough to dominate the East.
He was followed by Cleveland, where the little emperor continued to evolve across the board, with a pretty impressive 50-win record.
The Raptors were third, with 47 wins and equally dazzling. The international column is a sight to behold.
After the top three, it is the Miami Heat. Chicago Bulls, New Jersey Nets, Washington Wizards, as well
Philadelphia 76ers.
"The playoff bracket table is also out, and a few of the matchups are noteworthy."
On the TV screen, NBA expert Bill Simmons began to analyze, and the level of this expert is quite high, and the predictions of each year are interesting. Although there are times when I am slapped in the face, I often walk by the river, how can I not get my shoes wet? Everyone just laughs and laughs, and they don't take it seriously.
"It's more complicated here in the West, the Suns vs. the Lakers, it looks like the Suns are a lot stronger, but Kobe Bryant's form is so good that he can win one or two games in a round alone. If the rest of the Lakers players can play a little better, the Lakers are not without a chance. β
"The third Spurs are also very interesting to the Nuggets, the duel between the war machine and the unrestrained and free plateau nomads, the Spurs are calm, but the Nuggets have too many attackers, Iverson and Anthony have the ability to affect the trend of one or two games, if they break out in turn, it will be difficult for the Spurs to pass the test."
"The most interesting thing is naturally the fourth and fifth matchup, the Jazz and the Rockets play with completely different focuses, the Jazz is the No. 1 and No. 4 positions as the center of gravity, blocking and dismantling tactics to drive the offense. The Rockets are playing the world at the No. 2 and No. 5 positions, with tenacity defensively, and they only need to give the ball to Maddie and Yao on the offensive end. β
"I wouldn't be surprised at all if there was a situation in the West, and the biggest probability of that would be for the Rockets to run over the Jazz. However, the strength of the two teams is already between them, and this is not really the next gram! β
After analyzing the west, Simmons began to analyze the trend of the east, his expression changed, and he seemed full of interest.
"It's fun here in the East, the second Cavaliers vs. the seventh Wizards, the two teams are old enemies, and LeBron rode the savior at many key moments in the playoffs last year. Several of these key shots are still controversial to this day, and if they don't take steps, since the alliance hasn't blown it, then it's not! β
"This year is a chance for the Wizards to get their revenge, but in terms of the strength of the team, the Cavaliers still have the advantage. Personally, I don't think the outcome of the game is too suspenseful, but maybe the process will be more interesting. β
"Heat vs. Bulls and Raptors vs. Nets, these two sets of matchups are likely to go down, compared to the Bulls have a greater chance, after all, the record advantage is not small, and the Heat is also affected by the competition system to win the fourth place in the East."
"Other than that, there is nothing too interesting in the rest of the games, and there is no difficulty for the strong teams to pass."
As soon as Simmons's voice fell, the host lost no time in asking: "Then do you think there is any hope for Black Eight this year?" Because everyone knows that the head coach of the Warriors is Nelson, who knows the Mavericks well. β
"Haha~"
Hearing the host's words, Simmons laughed, as if he had just heard a joke, and shook his head exaggeratedly: "Warriors defeat Mavericks?" 76ers win over Detroit?? You're kidding! β
Sensing the host's little embarrassment, Simmons cleaned up his mood and said: "I know, everyone is very interested in dramatic things like Black Eight, but this year is different, the difference in strength between the first and eighth in the East and West is too big, just like the All-Star team against the high school team." β
"The Warriors and the 76ers, there is no chance." (To be continued......)