Chapter 33: March Madness, here we come!

Butler University, Hinkle Arena.

"Welcome, viewers, to watch the Horizon League playoff final broadcasted by sec cable TV station. The two teams are the Butler University Bulldogs and Indiana State University Simocks."

"Among them, Indian State University has always been a strong player in the Horizon League and a frequent visitor to March Madness, while Butler University has emerged this season under the leadership of Coach Z, holding high the No. The posture rushed into people's eyes."

"The winner of this game will directly enter the top 64 of the NCAA Tournament, which is very important to both parties!"

"We are honored to invite the legendary NBA superstar, Indian State University's famous Mr. Larry Bird as the guest commentator... Hello, Mr. Bird, let's say hello to everyone." Kevin Heywood, the sports commentator of sec cable TV station, was impassioned Said.

"Hi everyone, I'm Larry Bird." Larry Bird sat beside him and said with a unique voice.

"Mr. Bird, it is a great honor to invite you. In recent years, you have rarely commented on games. I would like to ask, why did you come to comment on this game?" Kevin Heywood said curiously.

"I promised a friend that I would watch a Butler game, so I accepted the SEC invitation." Larry Bird laughed.

"So Mr. Bird, what do you think of this game?" Kevin Hayward got to the point.

"Emotionally, of course I want the Simox team to win, and my jersey is floating over the Herman Center." Larry Bird laughed.

"So is Indian State more likely to win?" Kevin Heywood immediately picked up.

"No, intellectually, I think Butler is more likely to win this game."

Larry Bird shook his head and said:

"I watched Indian State's opener against Butler, and Butler won that game cleanly, and they were so dominant during the regular season.

"You must know that Stephen Curry, the core player in Butler's team, is only a freshman. After a season of honing, he will only become stronger, and although Coach Z is young, his coaching talent is beyond doubt."

"Then Indian State University has no chance of winning the game?" Kevin Heywood continued to ask.

"It's not impossible, but the possibility is very small, unless Curry suddenly misses, or Coach Z arranges very outrageous tactics, otherwise, Indian State University has little chance of winning the game." Larry Bird said bluntly outspoken.

"Okay, thanks for Mr. Bird's analysis, now we will enter a period of advertising..."

In the locker room of the home team, Zhang Yu and the Bulldogs players did not know that Larry Bird was the commentator for the game, nor did they know that the legendary superstar was so optimistic about them.

But their self-confidence has not diminished at all. Facing the defeated opponents, the players never thought that they would lose.

The atmosphere in the locker room was very relaxed, the players were laughing with each other, the members of the coaching staff were also chatting with smiles on their faces, and Zhang Yu and Stevens were holding a tactical board to discuss various tactical plans.

clap clap clap!

After discussing with Stevens, Zhang Yu clapped his hands to attract everyone's attention. He cleared his throat and said loudly:

"Now, we are only one step away from March Madness. If we win this game, we will become one of the top 64 in the country."

"If we lose this game, we can only look at the faces of the 'lords' on the committee, and with the past record of the Bulldogs, I don't think those guys will give us a wild card, because in their eyes, Indiana doesn't have a university."

The players let out a burst of laughter. The NCAA committee has always been ridiculed in these universities in Indiana.

Although the headquarters of the committee is located in Indiana, it does not take any care of the local schools every year, and the schools in the state do not like them very much.

Zhang Yu paused and continued:

"I still remember, I asked you guys on my first day if you wanted to go to March Madness, and now I'm going to ask you again, do you want to go to March Madness?"

"Think!" The players shouted in unison.

"Then go and win this game, show me your determination, I fulfilled my promise and led you to the finals, now it's your turn, go fight and win a championship for the fans who have always supported you Trophy, in front of the sworn enemy, enter March Madness with head held high!"

Zhang Yu waved heavily, and team captain AJ Graves took the lead and shouted:

"Bulldog, win!"

"Bulldog, we must win!" The other players responded loudly, and the locker room was full of high-pitched shouts, even leaking through the door, echoing faintly in the player tunnel.

Stevens opened the locker room door at the right time, waved his hand out, and the players rushed out of the locker room aggressively.

Zhang Yu was at the end and walked to the field with Stevens.

"At the beginning of the season, I really didn't expect to stand in the finals." Stevens sighed.

Zhang Yu squinted at him:

"What do you mean? The school board has a strict requirement to enter the top [-]. You expect me to be fired so much?"

"That's not true, but I always feel like a dream to see that you are so young and have the potential to lead the team to March Madness." Stevens laughed.

"Then you'd better keep this dream going." Zhang Yu said.

"When will it be done?"

"Make us an All-American."

The two came to the field talking and laughing, and Zhang Yu came to the technical stage to shake hands with McKenna:

"Long time no see, Coach McKenna."

This time McKenna did not have the contempt for Zhang Yu in the opening game, and he emphasized with a solemn face:

"Don't think you're sure to win!"

"..." Zhang Yu was a little speechless, the old man was out of balance, "Okay, I will be careful."

He returned to his bench and said to Stevens with a relaxed expression:

"we won."

Stevens gave him a surprised look:

"Are you really dreaming?"

"...Let's watch the game!" Zhang Yu said word by word.

Soon, the game started, Drew jumped the ball to win over Townnell, and the Bulldogs attacked.

Curry took the ball to the frontcourt, and Moore seemed to be ready for battle, but his mind was more focused on Drew at the rear. According to McKenna's speculation, Curry will definitely focus on pick-and-roll attacks.

But Curry saw that he seemed a little distracted, didn't call a cover, stopped one step in front of him, and directly shot a three-pointer!

His shot was very fast, and it was too late when Moore wanted to block the shot. The basketball flew over his head, and the fans didn't have to wait too long, and fell into the basket!

3: 0.

Moore raised his hand angrily, indicating that it was his responsibility.

Round conversion, Indian State University offense, they are still facing the Bulldogs' zone defense, and after a season of running-in, the Bulldogs' tacit understanding on the defensive end has improved a lot, and they will not let Indian State University shooter Cole get Easy vacancy opportunity.

Indian State University could only make a long-range three-pointer from Moore after a pass from the outside, and the ball was exchanged to the Bulldogs.

This time Moore guarded Curry strictly, and Curry beckoned Drew to come up to cover, but when Drew took his position, he suddenly changed direction to the other side of the cover, completely shaking Moore who wanted to go around the cover!

He adjusted his dribble and made another three-pointer!

brush!

The crisp and pleasant sound of net brushing sounded, and the basketball went into the net again, 6:0.

Moore blamed himself even more this time, and he was only a little bit able to prevent it. Why didn't I think of it!

"Beautiful shaking, Curry feels very hot in this game, and his shots are very decisive!" Kevin Heywood praised.

Looking back, Indian State still couldn't break through the Bulldogs' zone defense, but Kerr's three-pointer shot into the frame, breaking the team's scoring drought.

6: 3.

Curry immediately retaliated. He got a short shooting gap through the pick-and-roll with Campbell. When the opponent's power forward Woz rushed forward, he made a decisive shot two steps away from the three-point line!

The basketball almost flew past Woz's fingertips, drew a beautiful parabola under everyone's gaze, and fell straight into the net!

9: 3.

"Curry hit a super long three-pointer against Woz's block! Less than 3 minutes into the game, he has already made 3 of 3 three-pointers. Indian State University's defense can't limit him at all!" Kevin Hai Wood's voice was full of passion.

Looking back, Indian State University's offense ended in a strike again, and the Bulldogs seized the opportunity to counterattack. Campbell followed up in the middle, receiving Curry's pass and dunking successfully.

11: 3.

Larry Bird sighed, and said in a tone that hates iron and steel:

"The game is over. After a season of training, Curry is no longer as immature as the opener. Moore looked helpless in front of him, but Indian State University was standing still. They were helpless against Butler's upgraded zone defense. , I can't think of a way for them to come back, congratulations to Butler for entering March Madness!"

"..." Kevin Heywood was speechless for a while.

The game has just started a few minutes ago, so you are sure to say the end of the game?

How do you want me to explain?How will the audience watch the game?

You are still a famous Indian State University, so can't you save some face for Indian State University?

"Ahem, Mr. Bird's words are very reasonable, but anything is possible in a basketball game. I believe that Indian State University still has a chance..."

No matter how hard Kevin Heywood tried to get back, the trend of the game gradually developed according to Larry Bird's speculation. After the first half, the Bulldogs led Indian State University by 50 points at 35:15.

The situation in the second half remained unchanged. Curry continued his fiery touch in the first half, attracting all the defensive attention of the opponent, driving the offense of his teammates, and exhausting the Indian State players.

In the end, Curry made 19 of 12 shots, 11 of 6 three-pointers, 4 of 4 free throws, scored 34 points, 7 assists, 5 rebounds and 3 steals, helping the team beat Indian State University 86:62 and win the Horizon League Championship , successfully entered March Madness!

　Hurry up and hurry up, another chapter is written, and I would like to achieve the [-]-word achievement with Zhang Yu's first champion!

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