roccoschili Chapter 235 Critical Moments
Chapter 235 Critical Moments
Chapter 235 Critical Moments
As expected, Lei Ting was pressed and beaten by the opponent as soon as he came up.The perimeter defense they are proud of, in the eyes of that group of lunatics, seems to have nothing.
In the current NBA, the range of the new generation of stars is getting farther and farther.It is not a strange thing to shoot from more than one meter beyond the three-point line.But only one team, no matter who it is, can shoot that far!
In the first quarter, under the leadership of Harden, Gordon and Anderson frequently shot from the outside.They used their shooting range to stretch the Thunder's defense very wide!There is a lot of space inside, giving Harden and Gordon a chance to rush to the basket.
Dash to the basket and shoot a three-pointer. Harden led his team and used these two tricks to take advantage of the court.
Fortunately, Westbrook and Adams played well on the Thunder side.Especially the pick-and-roll tactics between the two of them caused great damage to each other.Ever since Harden was woken up with an elbow from Ci Shiping, he has lost the defensive vigor he had when he first entered the league.So he can't restrain Westbrook.Capela is a very talented big player, but he is still too young.When facing Adams, he seemed a little powerless.
An Luo replaced Oladipo in the second half of the game.
He came up to score, so he only did scoring.Westbrook also knows what to do.Although the effect of the cooperation between him and Adams is not bad, but the opponent is a big man after all, he can't run and jump like himself.
An Luo received the ball from Westbrook and immediately assumed a three-threat posture.It was Gordon who defended him.This guy is similar to the role he played in the Thunder, they all come off the bench, but the time is no less than that of the starter!The role played is not weaker than those players.And the guy is okay defensively, tough and willing to fight.But his height and wingspan limit his ability on the defensive end.
An Luo poked a few times to the front right, but the opponent moved very quickly and didn't have a chance to make a move.He still lacks the ability to hold the ball and play hard!It's okay when there is no ball, just catch the ball and shoot!Once he holds the ball and encounters a strong defensive player, it will be very uncomfortable.
But he can call a helper!Kanter on the inside line received An Luo's call and hurried out to cover.An Luo didn't use the pick-and-roll to rush in, but moved two quick steps towards the top of the arc, pulled it up and shot.
"Shh!"
Basketball hit the net.
This ball made D'Antoni on the sidelines shine!Accurate three-pointers and decisive shots.He likes such players the most.It's a pity that it's not his own.
Looking back, Harden advanced with the ball.D'Antoni was placed in the No. 8 position this season, which fully stimulated his organizational skills.In the past five games, he has been able to send at least [-] assists.It can be seen that, like the second brother Westbrook, he is also an all-around defender.
Westbrook defended Harden himself.The relationship between these two people has always been very good!However, once they are on the field, they each have their own masters and will go all out.
Harden's breakthrough is far from as explosive as Westbrook's, but his core strength and ball-handling level are not weaker than the opponent's. Even looking at the entire NBA, he is extremely strong.
And in terms of rhythm, Harden can be said to be at the top level of the league.Thanks to his rich offensive methods, he is given too many offensive options.If you go outside, you can step back and shoot; if you go inside, you can use the European step.
Harden is the kind of player who makes you think you can guard him, but in fact you will be swayed by the opponent.
Westbrook clung to Harden cautiously. He would rather put the opponent inside than let him have a chance to shoot a three-pointer.He knew that once this guy's touch was raised, it would be terrible!
Harden was also decisive. Seeing that he couldn't get rid of the opponent and couldn't make a shot from the outside, he pushed his shoulders, squeezed away Westbrook and rushed into the inside.Facing Westbrook who rushed over again, he directly swayed over with a very large European step, swayed from side to side, and hit the basket!
The game was very intense, the two teams were very active on both ends of the offense and defense, and the physical confrontation was also quite sufficient.As soon as you score a goal, I will return a goal immediately!The Thunder have been closing the score, but never tied.However, the opponent failed to widen the point difference and kept it within 5 points.
But one thing is that Harden's performance tonight was not good.The slightly better times were concentrated in the first quarter. In the last three quarters, facing Robertson's defense, he was obviously a little uncomfortable.Donovan actually just wanted to liberate Westbrook.He can limit Harden, but it takes a lot of energy.
In the last 2 minutes, the two teams completely fell into a white-hot stage.
At 96:95, the Thunder trailed by 1 point.This is the closest they've been to their opponents in this matchup.
Harden controlled the ball outside the top of the arc, and now he has to settle down and score the ball.Otherwise, the Thunder will have a chance to overtake the score.Once the opponent raises their momentum with this goal, and then take advantage of the home court advantage, this game will be difficult!
Capela went to the top of the arc to cover for Harden, and then went to the basket.Westbrook is a master of pick-and-roll coordination, and Harden, who has been his teammate for several years, is not inferior.He accelerated and started, leading Adams and Robertson to the basket.Then he tossed the basketball up high, and Capela jumped straight down, eating the cake easily.
Adams patted the basketball hard, then sent the ball to Westbrook.The latter quickly advanced to the frontcourt with the ball.His speed was really too fast, and he rushed straight in while the opponent was still in position.Ariza, who came over, chased and blocked the block, and hit Westbrook's hand.
"Di!"
Westbrook, who fell to the ground, didn't turn over for the first time, but stared at the basketball.Before his movements deformed, he threw the ball to the basket by inertia, and it was two plus one when he scored.
Unfortunately, the ball bounced twice, but still missed.
Standing on the free throw line, Westbrook scored two free throws steadily.
In the next few rounds, the Thunder played very tenaciously, but still failed to gain the upper hand.
104:102, 20 seconds left.
At this time Harden gave a chance!He made a mistake when he hung the ball inside under the double-team of Robertson and An Luo.Passed the ball directly to Adams' hands!
Really good brother!
The opportunity came to Thunder again.Donovan immediately called a timeout!This will test his decision-making.Is it a steady two-pointer into overtime, or a three-pointer lore.He must think clearly.But there is no doubt that the opponent will definitely concentrate on defending their three-pointers, so the chances of hitting two points are greater.
(End of this chapter)