Chapter 184
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【184 Will the Rockets break their 22-game winning streak in the next match?
What a coincidence, after the Warriors won 22 consecutive games, the next opponent happened to be the Houston Rockets.
Breaking the Houston Rockets' 22-game winning streak was indeed a very good experience for Su Mo and the Warriors.
The game between the Warriors and the Rockets was held at the Oracle Arena.
Dayao did not come to the away game with the team because of his injury.
However, before the game, Dayao personally called Su Mo.
Su Mo was both surprised and pleasantly surprised when he received the call from Dayao.
"Su, tonight is your game against the Rockets. I originally planned to go to Oakland with you, but I felt a little unwell, so I didn't go!"
Su Mo hurriedly said with concern:"Brother Yao, it's a good thing you didn't come. Taking care of your health is the most important thing over there. I'm still waiting for you to give your best and then fight me on the court!"
Yao Ming smiled and said,"Okay, but... I'm not sure if I can return to the court!"
Hearing the sadness in Yao Ming's voice, although Su Mo knew what it meant, he still encouraged him sincerely:"Brother Yao Ming, what are you talking about? I believe that Ni will come back healthy. In tonight's game, I will definitely lead the team to break your 2-game winning streak. Don't you want to give your best and take revenge on the Warriors?"
"Haha, don't underestimate our team. The Rockets are not easy to bully now!"
Su Mo chuckled and said,"Of course I didn't underestimate you. I thought we would only win by about 30 points. It's not good to be too extreme. If General Manager Morey makes trouble in a few years, I will teach the Rockets a lesson!"
"Morey is making trouble? Su Mo, what are you talking about? Why am I so confused?
Yao Ming's puzzled voice came from the other end of the phone.
"Forehead……"
Su Mo suddenly realized that he had inadvertently revealed a"secret", so he quickly said:"Nothing, I was just talking casually, haha!"
9 pm local time in Oakland, Oracle Arena.
The home fans were enthusiastic, and the crowds were like a flowing blue ocean.
The Warriors' home game against the Rockets officially started. This was the second encounter of the two teams this season.
The first game was also the opening game of the new season. At that time, Su Mo scored 44 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block, leading the team to defeat the Rockets and get off to a good start in the season.
Since the big win in the opening game, the Warriors have been unstoppable. They have won 16 consecutive victories, and then capsized in the gutter and lost to the Timberwolves.
Now the Warriors have quietly won 22 consecutive victories. Tonight's game against the Rockets is particularly important.
In the CCTV studio, host Wang Meng and commentators Zhang Coach and Yang Yi are communicating in a relaxed and happy manner.
"Although there is not much suspense in this game, it is still very interesting for our fans. After all, before Su Mo appeared, the Rockets could be considered half of our home team because of Yao Ming!"
"That’s right, although Yao Ming is injured now, Su Mo has stepped forward. This may be a legacy of Chinese basketball!"
"Yao Ming is in the front, Su Mo is in the back, and our country will have more stars in the future, going abroad and going to the world!"
Coach Zhang said these last words with emotion, and even a little light flashed in his eyes.
At the referee's signal, the game started immediately, and the main players of both sides walked onto the court.
The Warriors' starting five were: Stephen Curry, Monta Ellis, Su Mo, Stephen Jackson, and Anthony Tolliver. The
Rockets' starting lineup was: Aaron Brooks, Sean Battier, Trevor Ariza, Chuck Hayes, and Luis Scola.
The game officially began
"Jump, ba11!"
Tolliver and Scola jumped in the middle circle. Tolliver took the ball away first, and Curry caught the ball and quickly launched an attack.
Curry brought the ball to the front court, and after a pick-and-roll with Su Mo, he directly passed the ball to the opponent.
Su Mo caught the ball and jumped up to Scola, performing a stunning dunk.
""Boom!"
The home fans cheered.
Su Mo made a strong dunk at the beginning of the game, which quickly ignited the passion of the game.
The ball was changed, and Xiaobu came to the frontcourt with the ball. Facing Curry's defense, he used his teammates' pick-and-roll to shoot a three-pointer directly from outside the three-point line.
""Bang!"
The shot missed.
Tolliver protected the frontcourt rebound and the Warriors quickly retreated for a fast break.
Su Mo received the pass from Curry and jumped up to avoid the tight defense of"Iron" Ariza. He was not in a hurry and took off calmly, performing the hook shot that he had recently learned and practiced.
""Swish!"
The basketball went into the net.
Then, Scola's layup in the paint was blocked by Su Mo. The Warriors made another fast break.
This time, it was Su Mo again, who made a three-pointer from the outside.
""Swish!"
Su Mo scored three consecutive hits in the first minute of the game, and scored 7 points in a row from inside and outside, helping the team to lead the Rockets 7:0 at the start.
Rockets head coach Adelman quickly called a timeout, and was very dissatisfied with the players' offensive and defensive performances.
On the commentary desk, Mike Brin smiled easily and said,"It seems that the Warriors have really done enough homework to break the record of 22 consecutive wins today. There was originally a big gap in strength. It was really difficult for the Rockets to defend Su Mo!"
Van Gundy continued,"Su Mo's performance on both offense and defense is really perfect. Recently, he seems to have developed the skill of hook shots at the basket and mid-range. This technique is very difficult!"
Mike Brin heard his colleagues talking about Su Mo's hook shot, and nodded,"Yes, I have noticed this recently. In fact, in the past few years, there are not many people in the league who can practice hook shots well. Su Mo's hook shot is very similar to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's!"
After the timeout, the Rockets attacked.
After being severely criticized by the head coach, the players became serious. Scola stole the ball in the paint, pushed Tolliver away and made a dunk, finally helping the Rockets break the scoring drought.
However, in terms of overall strength, the Rockets were far behind the Warriors.
The next few attacks were stumbling and the hit rate was quite bleak.
On the other hand, the Warriors, led by Su Mo, played very well.
Curry also continued the state of the previous game against the Timberwolves and hit two three-pointers in a row from the outside.
After the first quarter, the Warriors (31): (15) Rockets, leading by 16 points in a single quarter.