In the first round of the series, Yi Jianlian averaged 13.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.2 blocks per game, with a shooting percentage of 44.1%, a three-point shooting percentage of 30.9%, and a free throw shooting percentage of 81.5%.

The battle was pretty good.

Li Lei averaged 29.2 points, 8.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 2.6 steals, 0.8 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 51.4%, a three-point shooting percentage of 42.1%, and a free throw shooting percentage of 91.1%.

Still dazzling.

But that doesn't matter!

Domestic fans were excited that there were finally Chinese players who could playoff on the playoff stage.

This sparked heated discussions among fans.

"All United played well in the first round, and they should get a lot of playing time in the second round. Needless to say, the playing time is guaranteed. I really hope the two of them will play for a while and even face the head-on."

"This is unlikely! After all, Alian is the fourth position, and Shitou is the third position. The two people have different positions. Unless they make up for defense and cooperate in defense, it will be difficult to face each other."

"I'm not greedy. As long as I can see Shi Tou and Ah Lian compete in the whole game, and Zhu Ba has hope of playing!"

...

Because of the enthusiastic attention of fans, CCTV Sports Channel launched a heavy blow and sent a team led by Zhang Weiping, including Su Qun, Yu Jia, Duan Ran and other team members to the United States to record this Chinese derby series throughout the whole process.

Both sides of the working group carried out work at the same time, followed the team to record and conducted interviews.

Yi Jianlian is still relatively shy and can't let go of the camera:

"The Grizzlies are a very strong team of many balls. Li Lei, Gasol, Guy, Hill... are all very outstanding players. But we will also work hard to win this round of the series."

Compared with Yi Jianlian, Li Lei is much more aggressive.

"Since there is always a team to win, why can't it be the Grizzlies?"

"I'm not here to join the Hornets. My goal is to advance to the Western Conference Finals and send the opponent home to fish."

This is of course related to the growth environment of the two people.

Yi Jianlian grew up in China and was more humble.

Li Lei has lived in the United States for a long time and has a strong sense of competition.

In any case, Li Lei's words made the fans excited and he looked forward to the next series.

g1 that night.

Both sides are warming up.

A chance to pick up the ball, Li Lei and Paul met in the midfield.

It immediately attracted the attention of all the fans.

Paul looked up at Li Lei. Although he was small, his aura was not weak at all.

"Stone, there's one thing you're right. There can only be one winner in a series, and the other side will be eliminated."

"But, I think the winner will be the New Orleans Hornets, not you guys."

Li Lei looked at Paul with a serious and serious look and said to himself: This guy is really full of fighting spirit!

but……

"I hope your strength matches your determination!"

Li Lei left this sentence, turned around and left, returned to his home for halftime, and found Lowry, Tyron Lu.

"Kyle, Tyron, you're going to have trouble tonight."

Lowry and Lu looked at Paul opposite him and nodded seriously.

Anyway, Paul almost played in the regular season MVP this season, which is not something they can compare with.

Facing such an opponent, they are under great pressure.

At this moment, Li Lei said again: "But don't worry too much. Just stick to Paul tonight, consume him desperately, and cause trouble for him. Leave the rest to me!"

Lowry breathed a sigh of relief: "Don't worry, boss, Paul just played NBA more than me, who is afraid of whom."

Lu also nodded: "I am the best at pestering things like this."

...

Soon, the starting lineup of both sides was announced.

Grizzlies:

Milicic, Gasol, Li Lei, Hill, Lowry.

Hornets:

Chandler, Yi Jianlian, Peja, Peterson, Paul.

Didi!

The competition begins.

The Grizzlies jumped to the ball and the game officially began.

Director Zhang Weiping of the broadcast seat said excitedly: "Videos, viewers, TV-5 Sports Channel, are broadcasting the NBA playoffs, and the Hornets play against the Grizzlies. In this game, two Chinese players, Li Lei and Yi Jianlian, played for the two teams respectively. Let us enjoy this game."

Su Qun nodded: "Whether it is a group of bees that crucify the grizzlies, or a group of grizzlies that devour the bees, let's wait and see. Fans can also vote, leave messages, and send text messages to..."

Back on the court.

Lowry advanced to the frontcourt and looked for Li Lei as soon as possible.

As soon as Li Lei got the ball, Chinese fans were excited.

However, the Hornets fans at the scene were very nervous.

And Peterson immediately rushed up.

As the Hornets' best outside gate, Peterson is naturally obliged to defend Li Lei.

However, Li Lei just pretended to pass the ball...

The Hornets were somewhat caught off guard.

Hill got the ball, and Peja rushed forward.

Hill made another move of fake move and activated it directly, breaking through the defense line between being caught by Peja off guard.

Yi Jianlian reacted quickly and made up for defense.

Hill immediately gave it to Gasol, who took the ball and rushed to the basket.

Chandler switched to Gasol.

Gasol's wonderful legend Milicic.

Chandler returned to defense... I have to say that Chandler's physical fitness was really explosive, and he rushed to Milicic in a flash.

But no matter how fast a person is, he can't be faster than a ball.

Milicic burst out directly, with his hands heavy slams, and he was faster, and Chandler had no time to defend.

Bang!

2:0.

After the goal, the Grizzlies players high-high on each other.

Coach Zhang Weiping thought for a while and said, "Teacher Xiao Su, did you realize that in this offensive round, five people touched the ball, and they completed it in one go, passing the ball smoothly. Wow! Why does it feel different?"

Su Qun reacted: "Yes! In the past two years, the Grizzlies have almost relied on their personal offense to score. I am still a little uncomfortable with playing like this. It may also be a coincidence, let's take a look."

Hornets head coach Byron Scott looked at the stadium without saying a word.

This first round reminded Scott of a powerful team.

The former Princeton King: Sacramento Kings!

Those super strong teams that almost made the ok combination.

"Illusion must be an illusion!"

Scott shook his head.

The Kings are well-known team basketball, while the Grizzlies are Li Lei's own kingdom and have no similarities.

Actually, Rick Carlisle has the same feeling.

At that moment just now, he also saw the shadow of the Kings.

only……

In fact, Carlisle's tactics today are aimed at Peja's footsteps, allowing Li Lei and Hill to continue to attack Peja.

It’s still a tactic that relies on personal abilities.

It was just a coincidence that he actually played the shadow of team basketball.

Carlisle's heart moved and couldn't help thinking.

Do the Grizzlies have hope of playing team basketball?
To be continued...