NBA: Rising Superstar!

In this round of the series, the Clippers exposed too many problems, none of which can be solved.

Compared to Zeng Xingyang, Paul seems a bit lacking in star quality.

Little Jordan and Griffin, compared to Jokic, seem far less comprehensive.

Their players' fame is greater than that of the Nuggets players, but their actual combat power is not higher than the Nuggets players.

After the Nuggets returned to the locker room, everyone was celebrating wildly.

Mike Malone and General Manager Connelly happily opened up the champagne.

This season, the two had planned to tank, but now they not only made the playoffs but also won in the first round.

They have exceeded the team goals step by step.

Even if they meet the Warriors and lose in the next round, they have no regrets.

The Nuggets focus on the future!

The Nuggets' performance this season has strengthened the management's resolve to build the team around the "Yang-Yokic" combination.

At the post-game press conference.

Zeng Xingyang, Jokic, and Mike Malone attended the press conference together.

Zeng Xingyang became the focus of media attention.

Jokic was bored, trimming his nails; he was already used to this scene, always carrying little trinkets to pass the time.

The reporters were all swarming Zeng Xingyang.

A reporter asked Zeng Xingyang, "Zeng, tonight you exploded with over 50 points and a super triple-double, breaking the rookie record, what's your take?"

Zeng Xingyang smiled and said, "To be honest, I'm a bit used to it. I'm not very concerned with breaking records. I just know my team was in big trouble, and I needed to step up to solve this trouble."

The reporter asked, "What are your thoughts on Nikola Jokic?"

Zeng Xingyang said, "You know, he and I are brothers. His help to me on the court is unparalleled. I like playing with him. He will become an MVP player in the future."

Upon hearing the word MVP, Jokic turned to look at Zeng Xingyang.

It seems Zeng Xingyang has always been very confident in him, believing he will become an MVP player.

This confidence surpasses even Jokic's own.

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After finishing the game against Los Angeles, the whole Nuggets team quickly headed to the next location.

Oakland.

Just like the Nuggets eliminating the Clippers 4-2, earlier tonight, the Warriors also eliminated the Rockets by a score of 4-2.

Although facing the Warriors in the second round was anticipated by everyone, when the moment truly arrived, everyone in the Nuggets still felt a lot of pressure.

The Warriors achieved multiple first-place standings in the regular season.

Regular season record, No.1 in the league.

Average score 114.9 points per game, No.1 in the league.

Average assists 28.9 per game, No.1 in the league.

Single season no losing streak, first in history.

Single-season road wins first in history; fastest in history to secure a playoff spot; single-season three-pointers exceeded a thousand, reaching 1077, first in history.

They only lost to the Nuggets twice during the season and did not lose to any other team more than twice.

The team's overall performance is excellent, and the players are top-notch.

Curry was unanimously elected as regular season MVP, winning the regular season scoring title, and hit 402 three-pointers in a single season, setting a new regular-season three-point record!

The team's cooperation is very tacit; the "small-ball death lineup" shocked the league, with rich offensive strategies, fast ball movement, precise shooting, and harmonious player cooperation. Curry, Thompson, Green, Iguodala, and others performed outstandingly, forming a powerful offensive network.

The emergence of the Warriors changed the league's landscape, with the team's small-ball playstyle and three-point tactics altering modern basketball, leading league trends, and prompting other teams to adjust strategies and lineups.

Such Warriors have more influence than the Nuggets.

Even the Nuggets fans don't favor the Nuggets in this round of the series; the Warriors are indeed too strong.

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The Nuggets' General Manager Connelly also reported his planning for the next season to the owner.

The Nuggets will officially enter a championship contention period. They will seek help for Zeng Xingyang and Jokic this summer season.

The owner also directly stated to Connelly not to worry about luxury taxes; as long as it can help the team win the championship, make whatever sacrifices necessary.

After experiencing the turbulent period like Anthony Iverson's, everyone in the Nuggets is extremely eager for a championship.

Zeng Xingyang and Jokic's growth rate has far exceeded their expectations.

Especially with Zeng Xingyang's presence, he has kept this small-market team consistently at the peak of exposure.

Now the Nuggets' owner feels very proud when he goes out.

His team has a star with crossover influence similar to a future James or Jordan.

Zeng Xingyang may not yet be the best player in the league, but he is certainly among the top tier.

Especially after G6.

Zeng Xingyang seems to have proven that winning the championship is just a matter of time.

On the second day upon arriving in Oakland, early in the morning.

Zeng Xingyang received his agent's summer schedule.

Commercial plans and work meetings have filled up his holiday!

Despite having pushed away many endorsement arrangements, Zeng Xingyang still looks overwhelmed.

Zeng Xingyang's external commercial endorsements aren't many compared to other superstars, mostly signed when he didn't have much money. Now, most of his time is spent on his investment enterprises.

Making money by endorsing others is indeed quick, but for someone like him who time-traveled, developing his industry is faster.

This is also what makes Zeng Xingyang different from those superstars; he has already planned his post-retirement lifestyle.

Once he has assets, he must buy an NBA team to play with.

Zeng Xingyang's performance on the court brings his career a lot of help.

Of course, Zeng Xingyang is very clear; it's not yet time for a real celebration.

The playoffs aren't over yet.

Are the Warriors really that strong?

He wants to try to challenge them.

On the night of the second day, still at the same hotel.

Scarlett Johnson specially rushed over from Los Angeles to play basketball with Zeng Xingyang.

A woman in her thirties, very eager, Zeng Xingyang felt her enthusiasm on the court.

Even as a top-tier player like superstar Zeng Xingyang, he had to use post-up plays, stop-and-go changing directions, and other moves multiple times just to deal with her.

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"Western Semifinals, the King Team against the Youth Storm!"

"Warriors vs. Nuggets, a Crazy Matchup!"

"A Direct Showdown of the Strongest Three-Point Shooters!"

"Warriors have the Advantage, Nuggets Cannot be Underestimated!"

"Scarlett Johnson Suspected to Stay Overnight at the Nuggets' Collapsed Hotel."

After the Nuggets advanced, the media here began constantly discussing and building momentum.

Upon entering the division semifinals, the number of teams still competing in the NBA halved again.

This makes the already focused media become even more concentrated.

The media continuously report on everything about this round of the series.

Players from both teams are also engaging in pre-game trash talk, attacking each other.

April 30th.

The Nuggets vs. Warriors G1 kicks off in the afternoon!!

The entire Nuggets team boarded the bus to Oracle Arena.

As they got closer to the arena, the atmosphere grew more intense.

The surrounding environment indicated how tough the Warriors are.

Warriors fans are clearly more loyal than Clippers fans. The Nuggets bus even encountered some intentional obstructions from fans on the road.

Fortunately, there were uniformed personnel nearby to clear the path, allowing a smooth arrival at the stadium.