"Oh, really? I'll speak to Jon Favreau about it later."
"Really?"
Scarlett's face lit up with joy as she looked at Kevin Feige.
"Of course. For now, let's just enjoy the game, shall we?"
Kevin Feige nodded with a smile and turned back to chat with Stern.
Seeing that Feige was no longer paying attention to her, Scarlett hesitated and then moved back to her original seat.
Fortunately, Feige had already promised her that he would talk to the director, which at least gave her another chance.
Thinking this, Scarlett became happy.
"What were you doing just now?"
Gal Gadot, seeing Scarlett first change seats with someone in front and then move back, not only making a fuss but also her expression changing drastically, couldn't help but ask.
"You really just went to Kevin Feige directly?"
"Of course," Scarlett was in a good mood now and didn't feel like being antagonistic with Gal Gadot. She said happily, "Mr. Feige just agreed to communicate with the director later. How about it, are you envious?"
Gal Gadot looked at Scarlett helplessly, hesitating about how to speak.
Swift, standing beside them, leaned in and whispered, "Scarlett, how do you say no when someone asks you out?"
"Of course..."
As the words came to her lips, Scarlett suddenly realized. What about "talk later"? That guy clearly just appeased her for now and had no intention of actually following up.
Even...
Scarlett felt that her previous action seemed to have displeased Kevin Feige.
"Then..."
She looked at her two friends, her previously joyful expression now turning into a grimace.
"What should I do? Did I offend Mr. Feige just now?"
Gal Gadot nodded, "Possibly."
"Then what should we do?" Scarlett looked like she was about to cry, "Should I go apologize to him now?"
"I think it's best to wait for now. Don't disturb them watching the game."
Swift thought for a moment and said, "Let's apologize after the game. Although we might not get the role, at least we won't leave a bad impression."
Scarlett was very unwilling, but Swift's words seemed reasonable.
"It can only be this way for now."
Scarlett sighed dejectedly. Looking at Gal Gadot again, she felt that even having this woman sitting next to her was annoying.
...
Beep!
The halftime break ended, and the players from both sides re-entered the court.
The Celtics made a lineup adjustment, with Glen Davis replacing Rajon Rondo.
James Posey came on for Ray Allen. Now, none of the five players on the court were shorter than two meters.
Mike Brown saw this lineup and knew that the Celtics would increase their defensive intensity in the third quarter, ensuring rebounds while also using their physical advantage to attack the basket.
The Cavaliers didn't have many shooters. With the current defensive intensity, James and Tang Long would definitely be targeted, and the opponent would strictly defend the paint.
If the outside game couldn't open up, the Cavaliers might be suppressed by the opponent in the third quarter.
Mike Brown thought for a moment and decided not to make any lineup adjustments.
While Varejao was limited on offense, he could contribute on defense, and West, who could shoot, was there to assist.
As long as someone could open things up from the outside, the Celtics' lineup might not be able to exert their advantage!
According to Mike Brown's calculations, the Celtics' current lineup would definitely double-team James.
The big men would specifically guard Tang Long, which meant that other players would have easier shooting opportunities. This was why he wasn't in a hurry to adjust the lineup.
After the game started, Tang Long clearly felt the increased pressure in the paint. Perkins, along with two other players over two meters tall, created significant trouble for him, especially Perkins.
In previous one-on-one situations, he often had the upper hand. Now, with help defense, and having guarded Tang Long for so long in the playoffs, Perkins was very familiar with him. Right from the start of the third quarter, he had Tang Long contained.
At this moment, the Cavaliers were on offense. James called for the ball near the three-point line on the left, with Pierce defending him closely.
Larry Hughes made a lob pass to James, and then came to set a screen for him.
Pierce clearly realized what Larry Hughes was trying to do. As he was about to become an obstacle, Pierce had already gone around him and blocked James's driving lane.
James, being a superstar, still managed to control the ball and make a right-hand spin, easily getting past Pierce and driving straight to the basket!
Garnett and Glen Davis immediately came to double-team. James calmly jumped and shot.
Two points.
Beep!
The referee's whistle also blew. Glen Davis was called for a foul.
And-one.
Free throws were not difficult for James. With this shot, the Cavaliers regained a six-point lead.
Glen Davis didn't get much playing time in the playoffs. He finally had an opportunity, only to be scored on by James with an and-one as soon as he came on the court. He was very frustrated!
"It's okay, coach's strategy is not wrong. LeBron is just too strong."
Pierce walked over and patted Glen Davis on the shoulder, "Keep your head up, be more decisive with your shots!"
Glen Davis nodded slightly.
He had indeed been questioning himself just now. Pierce's words stabilized his flustered mind. After all, this was the Eastern Conference Finals!
If he played poorly, he would likely have very few opportunities to play next season.
In fact, Pierce's analysis was very accurate. Soon, the Celtics' lineup began to show its advantages.
James repeatedly attacked the basket, but he couldn't always drive in. Sometimes he had to pass the ball to West or Varejao.
Clang!
Varejao received the ball and shot, but it hit the rim. Perkins held his position tightly, and the rebound went to Garnett.
The Celtics initiated their offense. Pierce dribbled to the basket and then, with a series of fake moves, drove to the hoop.
Two points. After that, the Celtics became more energetic, and soon tied the score.
Beep!
Mike Brown immediately called for a timeout.
Being tied wasn't a big deal. The main problem was that the Cavaliers were on the defensive, with West and Varejao missing consecutive shots. The Celtics' tall lineup also prevented Tang Long from getting rebounds in the frontcourt.
The Cavaliers' usual second-chance scoring ability became very difficult against this lineup.
"Drew, you're up next."
Drew Gooden's shooting from the free-throw line was better than Varejao's.
However, his shooting still depended on his feel. Mike Brown wasn't very confident.
He then looked at Pavlovic and Gibson, hesitating about who to send out.
Every lineup adjustment had to be effective!