roccoschili Chapter 309 Demon Sword Unsheathed
Chapter 309 Demon Sword Unsheathed
Chapter 309 Demon Sword Unsheathed
Lost the first game back home, which made the Thunder players very frustrated.
If the last game was lost because the opponent's sudden change made them unable to adapt for a while, then this game is really unbeatable.
In this game, these Thunder players performed quite well.It was the best performance of the first three games.Five scored in double figures, Westbrook surrendered a triple-double of 26 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists, An Luo 24 points and 3 steals, Adams 13 points and 15 rebounds, Oladipo 16 points and 5 assists, Kanter 15 points.
Of course, the Spurs' players also performed well.Leonard scored a game-high 35 points, plus 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals and 2 blocks. His comprehensive performance was not inferior to Westbrook; Points, 25 rebounds and 12 blocks; Gasol, who continued to start, had 2 points, 18 rebounds and 8 blocks, and together with Aldridge firmly defended the Spurs' penalty area.Except for these three, although only Danny Green scored in double figures, the rest of them also scored.
It can only be said that skills are not as good as people.Although the outbreak of players can make up for some defects in the lineup to a certain extent, it cannot completely solve the problem.
After the game, many people came forward and criticized Donovan's formation.They believed that Donovan did not adjust the lineup in time in the fourth quarter, thus losing the lead, and was eventually overtaken by the Spurs.On the other hand, Popovich, the two changes at the critical moment allowed the Spurs not only to overtake the score, but also to hold on to their advantage.These people believe that the ability of the two head coaches is the key factor in determining the outcome of this game.
Of course, there are still people who understand Donovan's difficulties.Many people in the circle stood up and said some fair words.After all, the Thunder's configuration cannot support them to reach the third round of the playoffs.If only Presti traded Ibaka for a wing player last summer.But at that time, the Thunder already had one of the best strikers in the league.Saying this now is also an afterthought.
The disputes outside the court actually did not cause too much disturbance to the Thunder.What they need now is rest, and after rest, they must go all out to fight hard.In the next game, the Thunder really couldn't afford to lose.
As the general manager of the Thunder, Presti should have been paying attention to his team at all times.But now he has no intention of paying attention to the team's game.Even if the Thunder lose two games in a row and stop in the Western Conference semifinals, this season will still be a successful season.Even if he doesn't make any moves all season, no one will say that he did a poor job.
As a person who has been in this circle for so many years, he has a good understanding of the game situation.In his opinion, the Thunder should stop here this year.The overall strength of the team is not weak, but the configuration is not scientific.There is a lack of a starter with both offense and defense on the front line, and there are too many guards.
Donovan is a very good head coach, but he can only solve the problems in the game.Regarding the configuration of players, he had already communicated with Presti before.Ultimately, the two came to an agreement that there was no need to rush this season.After all, the Warriors are aggressive, and the Thunder have such a weak foundation, and they can't make it to the west even if they are exhausted.Instead of taking a risk, it is better to make plans next season.
So, Presti is busy with this right now.He must get Donovan a small forward with both offense and defense this summer.Otherwise, the next season will still be like this.
However, there are not many such players now.And you can't find one casually, at least they have to be at the All-Star level.Otherwise, it will be useless against guys like Leonard, Durant, and James in the future.
After much deliberation, there was no particularly suitable candidate.That Indiana guy was nice, but at a price.Still have to think about it carefully.
The fourth game between the two sides began.
Oklahoma City fans are still so enthusiastic.They will also be worried about the Thunder's situation, but as long as they get to the Chesapeake Energy Arena, they will fly to the sky.In this arena, there is always only one voice, that is "O~K~C~".
In this game, the Thunder players are ready for the last fight.They have lost two games in a row!And this game is still at home, if this game is also lost, it will really be over.
The Spurs' lineup has not changed much, and they still continue the twin-tower tactics of Gasol and Aldridge, but they did not use the "Big Five" in the last quarter of the last game. After all, Leonard's organizational ability is still worse than that of Parker. a lot of.
The Thunder went directly to the three-back lineup of Westbrook, Oladipo and An Luo, and then replaced Grant with Robertson, and Adams sat at the basket.
With such a change, Robertson switched defenses to face Leonard, and Westbrook stepped in front of Aldridge.Although it still can't cure the problem with the lineup, it can contain Leonard who played well in the first two games.The only thing to worry about is Aldridge's performance.He has not performed well in this year's playoffs, which gave Donovan the determination to make up his mind.
Aldridge did not disappoint Donovan.He continued his sluggish state, so that the two sides maintained a balance of power until the last moment of the game.
With 30 seconds left in the game, the two sides drew 101:101.
Spurs possession of the ball.
Ginobili received Aldridge from outside the three-point line. Facing Oladipo's defense, he took a tentative step with his left foot, accelerated his right foot and shook the opponent away, and then pulled the ground one step inside the three-point line He got up and threw the ball.
"Shh!"
The ball is in!
Ginobili clenched his right hand and swung vigorously.Although the demon sword is old, its power remains undiminished!
However, the Thunder still have a chance.
There are still 13 minutes in the game, enough for them to complete an attack.Donovan quickly called a timeout, and arranged the ball solemnly.
Back from the timeout, Westbrook received the ball in the backcourt.Without pressing the time, he started directly, and under the cover of Adams, he rushed into the three-point line.
It seems that they want to equalize and play overtime.
But the Spurs players didn't panic at all, Leonard and Gasol double-teamed Westbrook in an instant.Four long arms, covering the sky and the sun!
But Westbrook is also not panic!He stuck his right hand out between the two of them and threw the ball beyond the three-point line.
An Luo is waiting at a 45-degree angle on the left!
After receiving the ball, he had no time to think about it.Take off and shoot directly.Just as he was about to make a shot, the ball was firmly pressed from behind.He turned around in surprise, only to see Danny Green rushing towards Ginobili with a look of excitement.
This old guy blocked An Luo's shot!
(End of this chapter)