Chapter 435: Finals, Game 2 Victory

The pick-and-roll just now had created an open three-point shot for Anthony, who was shouting for the ball to attract Wade Dong's attention. However, Wade didn't even glance at Anthony and rushed towards the basket. 

This was the reason why Wade was able to deliver a powerful block on James's dunk attempt.

The Heat inbounded the ball from the baseline, and Spoelstra didn't call a timeout. Chris Paul dribbled the ball up the court and attempted a quick three-pointer.

"G~~~"

The ball bounced off the rim.

Whiteside grabbed the defensive rebound, and Wade came over to receive the pass.

The Heat couldn't afford to commit a foul, so they had to retreat and defend.

At this moment, Spoelstra desperately wanted Gentry to call a timeout to set up an offensive play, which would also give him a chance to adjust the defensive strategy.

Unfortunately...

Gentry had already set up his offensive play from the sidelines, "Spread out, let Dongge go one-on-one!"

"Come on, Wade, finish the game!"

James yelled at Wade.

Wade paused his dribble, a slight smile on his lips. Despite being two steps away from the three-point line, he boldly chose to take an ultra-long-range three-pointer in response to James's provocation.

...

Commentator Yu Jia: "Wade is really daring to take that shot, and he's still over two meters away from the three-point line."

Commentator Zhang: "And it's the most critical moment of the game, wow~~~ and he made it!"

...

While the commentators were talking, the ball swished through the net. →

114:108!!!

With 45 seconds left in the game, the Heat trailed by 6 points.

If they wanted to catch up, they would need a T-Mac moment, but T-Mac was on the Suns.

Spoelstra had only one more chance to call a timeout.

However, this wasn't the right time for a timeout. He needed the Heat to score another three-pointer, and this possession had to end within 10 seconds. Then, after defending the Suns' next possession, he would call a timeout.

The Heat offense.

James ran to the three-point line to receive the pass, and Chris Paul passed him the ball.

James dribbled for 5-6 seconds beyond the arc, then suddenly accelerated, blowing past Wade and driving into the paint.

With less than 30 seconds left, down by 6 points, he chose to go for a two-pointer?

"Huh???"

No one understood this move. The Suns completely abandoned their interior defense, backing off and allowing James to score an uncontested dunk.

114:110!!!

With 29 seconds remaining in the game, Wade received the pass at the backcourt. Durant passed the ball to Wade, who leisurely dribbled up the court. Wade and James rushed to pressure him, but Wade easily shook them off with two quick spins.

The ball seemed to be glued to Wade's hands...

The Heat couldn't afford to foul! Wade didn't rush his offense, slowly consuming the clock until the 24-second shot clock was almost up, then casually tossed the ball towards the basket. 89shux.com

"Don't go in... don't go in... don't go in..."

Because of Wade's casual shot, even Spoelstra started chanting.

With 5 seconds left on the shot clock, if the Heat missed this shot, they still had a chance to tie the game by taking a quick three-pointer and then fouling!

"Swish!"

"Swish!"

"Swish!"

Along with Spoelstra, the Suns fans were also chanting, but they were shouting out loud.

"Swoosh!!!"

The ball swished through the net.

"Wow!!!"

The US Airways Center erupted in cheers!

The game was over, and with 5 seconds left, the Heat gave up on their offense.

The Heat players couldn't understand why Wade casually tossed the ball, and how it managed to fly towards the basket and swish through the net.

"Beep!!!"

The final whistle blew, and the game was over.

117:110!!!

The Suns narrowly defeated the Heat at home by 7 points.

Game statistics:

Wade Dong: 39 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks.

Kevin Durant: 27 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block.

Tracy McGrady: 21 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block.

...

The Suns scored 20+ points from three-pointers, and 21 of Wade's 39 points came in the fourth quarter.

The Heat scored 110 points as a team, with James at 21, Wade at 27, Paul at 16, Anthony at 32, and Bosh at 14. None of the other players scored.

It was a thrilling game.

If it weren't for Wade's 11 consecutive points in less than 3 minutes at the start of the fourth quarter, along with his defensive effort that held the Heat scoreless, it would have been difficult to predict the outcome.

The series is now 2:0!!!

If the Heat can't tie the series at home, the Suns will win their third consecutive championship and their third championship in franchise history.

...

During the Suns-Heat game, a young man was sitting in the second row of the audience.

After the game ended, the young man gathered his courage and approached Wade Dong, asking, "Dongge, can I have your autograph?"

Wade didn't refuse. He took the pen and, noticing the young man's muscular build, casually asked, "Do you like playing basketball?"

The young man nodded, "Yes, I'm going to participate in the draft this summer!"

"Oh?"

Wade looked up, "What's your name?"

The young man replied, "My name is Wiggins. My idols growing up were Carter and Kobe, but now my idol is you, Dongge."

"Wiggins???"

Hearing this unfamiliar yet familiar name, Wade asked another question, "Do you want to join the Suns?"

"Um..."

Wiggins hesitated, "Of course, I'd love to play alongside Dongge."

"Good luck! I hope you get a good draft pick."

Wade waved his hand and headed towards the player tunnel.

Given Wade's current status in the league, even Jordan wouldn't be able to keep him for a longer chat, let alone Wiggins, who was just a potential rookie.

As Wade walked towards the player tunnel, Tian Zhen caught up with him and said, "The ticket that Sister Luo asked me to give to Wiggins yesterday, don't underestimate this guy. He was the M Country Basketball Player of the Year last year, and James was his draft model. He has a bright future ahead of him..."

"Unfortunately, we can't get a high draft pick in the first round this year."

Tian Zhen sighed again.

"Hehe~"

Wade smiled, "Wiggins and Old Jin would be a great fit."

Wiggins opened his thermos, thanking the likes of Beiling's Tongshu Qinzhe, Yunshaoditian, Yichijiaocaishui Jiao, Xiaoshu Chong Cheng Xiao Zuojia, FYTEO, 90hou, Dapeng, Xihuai Tuya De Lvr Bing, Henai Cha Bu Pang, Zhaobudao Duixiang De Xiaoli, Somexiaofeiwu, Susiwang De Moxue Lingyu Guo, Zhinainade, Ludishen, Tingyulou, Weiyouzidu^0^, Yunshangjun, Chishuanshuomeng, and many more for their support!