The No.1 Anti-Fans in Basketball-Chapter 491 - 247 "They Should Let God Defend Han

Hansen’s continuous breakthroughs added substantial defensive pressure to the Heat Team.

It was evident that the Heat Team lacked the defensive resources available to the San Antonio Spurs.

Previously, they could rely on Wade to effectively limit Hansen.

But now, Wade’s defensive capabilities had declined, while Hansen’s abilities were flourishing like a blossoming sesame plant, eradicating that limitation.

Although you can’t exactly say that the Heat Team’s defense was poor, as their team defensive efficiency ranked eleventh in the League,

it clearly wasn’t enough against Hansen.

You should know that the Spurs, with the League’s top defensive efficiency, only managed to limit Hansen in G3 and G4.

Thus, facing Hansen’s aggressive play, they couldn’t coordinate an effective double team and were forced to contract their defense.

And once they contracted, Hansen started shooting mid- to long-range baskets.

Each of those precise mid-range shots was like bullets continuously striking the chests of Heat fans.

The people of Miami suddenly realized they had no way to stop Hansen.

"Praying to God that Hansen’s shooting is off is the only way Miami people can defend against Hansen tonight."

Without Hansen needing to say it, Barkley had already started his performance at the commentator’s table.

Even as he spoke, he made a money-counting gesture at O’Neal.

Earning a million per game, was there a quicker way to make money?

"These fools, I always said not to provoke Hansen!" O’Neal cursed there.

Hansen scored 26 points in the first half, leading the Grizzlies to a 58-46 lead over the Heat Team.

Then, you wouldn’t believe it, but during halftime, many Heat fans appeared on social media, most of them talking about Hansen’s shooting.

Some were praying, some cursing, and some even suggested sending some food to poison Hansen in the Grizzlies’ locker room.

Losing the finals for four consecutive years, I don’t know if the players have gone crazy, but some fans certainly were.

After all, one runner-up finish is good, but too many might not be.

Or as the East University fans would say, they’ve become Song Gongming.

Coming back in the second half, the Heat Team adjusted their defense against Hansen, attacking him early.

This defensive tactic didn’t last long as Hansen sent out two brilliant passes, one aiding Guy for a three-pointer from the corner and another assisting Little Gasol for a fiery dunk.

Spoelstra somewhat missed James at this moment, or perhaps the presence of wings with dynamic defensive abilities since Durant wasn’t quite up to par in this aspect.

Eventually, he had to abandon this form of defense, and as a result, Hansen resumed his performance.

Wade clearly aimed to boost his defensive focus in the second half, but Hansen’s first move was to score past him with a Mysterious Step Breakthrough, driving to the basket.

Five years ago, Hansen had claimed he’d surpass Wade, and now, he truly had.

Furthermore, the next round saw Hansen force Wade to retreat before sinking a mid-range shot.

Obviously, the prayers and curses from Heat fans on social media had no effect.

That made sense, given that Hansen was from East University, and God doesn’t meddle in the affairs of the East!

Ultimately, with Hansen scoring 45 points in the game, the Grizzlies defeated the Heat Team 108-96 at home, winning the first game of the finals.

This outcome was quite unexpected, somewhat mirroring the emotional state of the media back when they faced Jordan.

They loathed it but were utterly powerless.

It proved that the strong don’t need to please anyone; when you’re powerful, you’re only surrounded by good people.

As for those who hate you, they express their resentment from places where you can’t see them.

For example, during the post-game press conference when Hansen appeared, those media reporters who had predicted the Heat would win all desperately wanted to interview him.

Even the first question nearly made Hansen lose his composure.

"I must declare my stance first, I favored the Grizzlies before the game," said a journalist from ESPN.

By now, he wanted to shout at the top executives of ESPN that a traitor had emerged and needed to be sent to TNT.

"Your desire to attack tonight was particularly strong; was it because the lack of confidence from the outside made you want to prove yourself?" But the following question was quite in line with ESPN.

"No, I don’t think a team with two consecutive championships needs to prove anything, nor do we care about outside opinions because even if we win ten championships, there will still be skeptics."

At the end of the day, "slapping the media" was just a form of psychological self-affirmation for Hansen, while the rest of the Grizzlies’ play desire stemmed from Hansen himself revealing his intentions.

"Does taking down G1 easily imply that the Grizzlies are already locking in their Dynasty?" asked a reporter from NBC.

"No, I don’t think the finals will be that easy, but we know we’re three victories away from our ultimate goal."

Hansen’s response perfectly exemplified the linguistic art of an East University person.

"Did you hear about Charles and Shaq’s bet?" asked a journalist from TNT.

"Yes, I’ve heard about it, and once it’s over, I plan to give Charles a call; he should share half a million with me."