Chapter 195： finals

Chapter 195 Finals

The 2000 NBA Finals were played between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers.

In the first four games of the finals, the Los Angeles Lakers won the match point with a big score of 3:1.

Game 5 of the Finals was held at Banks Life Arena, home of the Indiana Pacers. It's a pity that Kobe Bryant played poorly in this game, scoring only 8 points on 4 of 20 shots.

In the end, the Los Angeles Lakers lost by more than 30 points, and the total score was tied at 3:2.

However, after this game, the local newspapers in Los Angeles were not criticized, but full of expectations!

Because it is generally believed that the Los Angeles Lakers lost the away game on purpose, and they want to go back to the home to celebrate the championship!

Game 6 of the finals will be played at Staples Arena, home of the Lakers.

Basketball is not lively in the United States, especially in the upper class, except for Michael Jordan, it is generally a contemptuous and contemptuous attitude. The passionate collision of those black people with overly developed limbs in the venue is difficult to attract the attention of celebrities, dignitaries and celebrities.

Racial discrimination decades ago has developed into a cultural habit.

What the American people prefer is rugby, a national sport. Even earlier, rugby banned black players, just because they didn’t want rugby to fall into the same class as basketball.

But there are exceptions to everything. Even if Hollywood scoffs at the NBA, there will always be one or two big stars who have a deep love for basketball.

In the front of the Staples Arena, there is a row of VIP seats, a total of 8, close to the home team's bench, on the edge of the court, and often you can touch the players as soon as you reach out.

This seat, especially in the finals, is not something that money can buy at all, but is reserved for lifelong fans of the home team and people with special status.

Coincidentally, now Dunn belongs to the special status class.

And once you buy it, you get two seats.

Natalie appeared alongside him.

"Can you really understand basketball? Don't make a joke after the game starts. It's not good." Natalie was worried and whispered in Dunn's ear.

Tang En said with a smile: "Don't worry, it's just basketball, I think I was the main point guard of the school team back then!"

"School team? If you can be selected for the school team, will you drop out?" Natalie naturally didn't believe it.

Tang En was stunned for a moment, smiled slightly, and did not refute.

What Natalie said was right, but what Dunn said was also true, but... that was a previous life.

At this moment, there was a burst of cheers like a volcanic eruption, as if the Lakers had already won the championship.

Dunn and Natalie both stretched their heads and watched, thinking it was the home team's appearance.

However, he found that there was still some time before the game started.

"look!"

Natalie pointed to the big screen above the scene.

It turned out that the scene footage had captured the star couple, and the big screen showed the intimacy of the two of them whispering, which immediately aroused cheers from the fans at the scene.

It turns out that the famous director Dunn Walker is also a fan of the Lakers!

When they saw Dunn and his girlfriend Natalie in the VIP seat of the home team, the Lakers fans were filled with pride and happiness.

Dunn smiled, and together with Natalie, took off his sunglasses, stood up, and waved at the fans behind. Natalie also showed a beautiful smile and blew a kiss.

Suddenly, the atmosphere of the Staples Center once again set off a warm frenzy.

Before the game started, the enthusiasm of the home team fans had already ignited the entire Staples Stadium. In this enthusiastic atmosphere, it seems that the Lakers won the championship at home.

"Hey, Director Walker? Really honored, so you are also a Lakers fan!"

At this moment, an old and vigorous voice came from Tang En's ear.

Tang En's heart moved, and he felt Natalie gently holding his arm beside him, and he understood that the Lord is coming!

Yes, this is the representative of today's Hollywood acting school - Jack Nicholson!

This old guy, who is 63 years old this year, has gray hair and a fat figure, but his bright eyes and strong body are enough to show that he is in good physical condition.

Moreover, Jack Nicholson is a diehard fan of the Lakers and was awarded the title of "Lifetime Honorary Fan" by the Lakers. Among the VIP seats at Staples Stadium, there are 2 seats that belong to Jack Nichol permanently. Sen!

"Hello, Mr. Nicholson!"

Tang En quickly stretched out his hands and shook hands with him in the attitude of a junior. As for the young lady beside Jack Nicholson...it seems to be an actor, but Dunn doesn't know him. Don't look at this old man in his sixties, but in terms of private life, he is not much better than Tang En.

Natalie bowed lightly, smiled and said, "Mr. Nicholson, it's been a long time, your body is still so good."

Jack Nicholson is a veteran filmmaker who appreciates young, talented newcomers, especially...everyone is a Lakers fan.

"Miss Portman, I haven't seen you for a few years, you have grown taller and more beautiful!" Jack Nicholson laughed and joked, "Of course, I also found a famous Hollywood boyfriend, director Walker, It's not easy."

Natalie pursed her lips and smiled, "Mr. Nicholson, you are too polite. You are a senior, call me Nat, just call him Dunn."

Jack Nicholson was also polite and patted Dunn's shoulder, "How about it, do you think the Lakers will win?"

"Does that need to be said?" Dunn was full of confidence. "This is the first time I come to Staples to watch the game. I believe I will bring good luck to the Lakers."

Jack Nicholson smiled: "I hope so! Hey, in terms of strength, the two Pacers are not the opponents of the Lakers. It's a pity that Kobe was injured in the second game of the finals, which led to his injury. The situation has fluctuated.”

Dunn looked indifferent, "Even if Kobe doesn't play well, we still have a big center! We will let them see how powerful the Sharks are!"

Jack Nicholson laughed.

Natalie glanced at Dunn in surprise, but he didn't expect that he really understood basketball.

5 minutes later, the game started, with applause, boos, cheers, one after another.

Of course Dunn can understand basketball, but he is not a fan of the Lakers. He came here today mainly to sell well in front of Jack Nicholson. By the way... Watch the performance of the "ok group" live.

But Natalie was miserable. She wore sunglasses and was in no interest. Every time she saw the players' bodies collide, she couldn't help closing her eyes.

So savage!

Rugby still has protective measures, but in basketball everyone wears shorts and short sleeves, so are you not afraid of injury?

Speaking of injuries, Kobe Bryant, the Lakers' second-in-command, is obviously still plagued by injuries and is in poor form.

Fortunately, his continuous streaks were successful, and he accumulated a lot of points by relying on free throws.

In comparison, Shaquille O'Neal is simply a giant on the court. The Pacers' defense against O'Neal is obviously not as proficient as the Western teams. Once the ball is in the hands of O'Neal, he is like no one!

In the first two quarters, O'Neal scored 18 points and 7 rebounds, leading the Lakers to a 7-point advantage over the Indiana Pacers. The championship seems to be waving to the Lakers!

During the intermission, the atmosphere of Staples Stadium was like a carnival. The cheerleaders of the home team danced vigorously, and they also had youthful vigor.

The Lakers have been away from the championship for 12 years. For this reason, this season they paid a lot of money to dig up Phil Jackson, the "Zen Master", and formed the "ok combination" that all other teams have been afraid of. The bench is also full of stars. , the goal is directed at the championship!

Jack Nicholson was obviously very excited. When Phil Jackson arranged tactics for the players, he even got up and leaned over to speak to the players. Dunn is far away, and he can be heard encouraging the players to make persistent efforts to win the championship.

It was Phil Jackson who said a few words, and Jack Nicholson returned angrily.

No way, this guy has loved the Lakers for more than 30 years. In the past few years, the Lakers did not perform well. He also clamored to buy the Lakers, and then accepted himself as the head coach and led the Lakers to the championship.

After returning, Jack Nicholson found Dunn and Natalie chatting calmly. There was no joy or excitement for the Lakers to win the championship, and he couldn't help but raise a little doubt.

"Dang EnYou..."

Jack Nicholson didn't know how to speak for a while. He had already seen that Dunn was not a fan of the Lakers. Because during the game, whether it is the Lakers or the Pacers, as long as there is a wonderful performance, he will applaud.

Seeing that he hesitated to speak, Dunn smiled slightly, "Jack, have you made a movie recently?"

If Jack Nicholson realized something, he gave him a deep look and said: "In the first half of the year, I participated in a movie, Sean Penn's "Never Give Up", which is expected to be released in January next year. "

"That means there is a schedule now?" Tang En looked at him with a smile.

Jack Nicholson's heart jumped, and he became more and more sure of the idea just now. In addition to being surprised, he also gave birth to a bit of admiration.

It's no wonder that this kid has achieved such a remarkable achievement at such a young age, and no wonder that even the old guys like Coppola and Lucas compliment him.

Really know the etiquette!

According to common sense, Dunn represents the producer and only needs to send a notice to Jack Nicholson's agency.

Dunn, as the most popular producer, boss, and director in Hollywood today, has shown the attitude of a junior; obviously not a fan of the Lakers, but went to Staples Stadium to make connections.

This sincerity alone can impress everyone in Hollywood.

Jack Nicholson took a deep breath, his face was calm, "Dawn, I understand what you mean. Tell me, what kind of role is it?"

Dunn's eyes stared at him, "A character similar to the Joker in "Batman" and Jack Torrance in "The Shining"."

"The villain?"

Jack Nicholson glanced at Dunn and was silent.

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Chapter 195 Finals