The best teammates in the NBA

Chapter 167 The Confrontation Battle (The Ten Thousand Words Chapter)
On May 5th, with the end of G5 between the Thunder and the Mavericks, the media in America were overwhelmed with excitement and had a great time!

This game was very dramatic. The Mavericks' 23 zone defense made Durant completely misfired in the first half, and the Thunder survived the first two quarters relying on Li Ze and Guigui.

In the third quarter of the game, after Li Ze used a double retreat and scored 3+3, Caron Butler, who broke the defense, was sent off after pushing Li Ze because he was dissatisfied with the referee's penalty. Defensively collapsed in the fourth quarter and eventually lost the game.

At the post-match press conference, Coach Carlisle was very dissatisfied with the referee's penalty, and even bluntly pointed out that the referee was a misjudgment:
"Our perimeter defender was ejected because of a misjudgment. This is a big joke! I accept the defeat, but the league should also review the penalty of this round. I am looking forward to the referee report after the game. "

Coach Brooks was in a good mood, leading 2:0. This is definitely a perfect start to the series. Regarding the words of Coach Carlisle, he smiled slightly and began to stand for his disciples:

"Misjudgment? No, no, no, the league just revised the walking rules this year. Kayce's technical movements are completely fine. The referee's call is undoubtedly very correct. Caron Bart directly pushed down my player. That is definitely not a Basketball action!"

"As for Kevin's downturn, that's normal. Don't forget that he's just a third-year rookie. The Thunder is the youngest team in the league. I hope everyone can be more tolerant of the boys."

Once it comes to the rules, all the relevant people in the NBA are all in high spirits, and Li Ze's step-back jumper was repeatedly pulled out for replay. Some people said it was a walk, and some people said it was a good shot. This time the penalty was directly pushed to the forefront. .
On TNT's show that night, host Ernie Johnson, ball critics Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley were also discussing tonight's game.

"Whoa! We've watched Lee's action several times, guys, what do you guys think? Is this a miscalculation by the referee?"

The host Ernie Johnson asked the two partners on the left and the right with an exaggerated tone.

"If according to the new rules, Kayce did not actually walk, 012, we pay attention to the timing of his ball, which is completely in line with the rules, but we only saw it clearly after watching the slow motion. According to the current situation on the court Judging from the situation, this is indeed a whistleblowing in favor of the home court."

After watching it several times, Kenny Smith immediately gave his own opinion.

"I also admit that this is a beautiful technical move, but I don't like this kind of rule change. The NBA began to introduce a lot of rules in the 90s, and all the rules are biased towards outside attackers. Our game has softened a lot.”

Charles Barkley misses tough basketball again
"In this way, the referee did not misjudge. Li is indeed a talented player. It is hard for me to imagine how he made such an action. This is really terrifying physical coordination."

"The Thunder won with difficulty. Under the double-team defense of the Mavericks, Lee scored 28 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 turnovers and 2 steals. It is hard for me to imagine that he is still a rookie. After going to Dallas, you think the Mavericks will come back. city?"

Charles Barkley heard what Ernie Johnson said, and immediately said:
"I think the Mavericks are going to win at home. They've found a way to limit the Thunder. Kayce is playing well, Russell is playing well, but look at Kevin Durant's slump. This is the disadvantage of relying too much on outside lines."

"I agree with your point of view, but to be honest, Durant himself is only a third-year rookie. In the case of a sluggish first half, he also scored 24 points in the game. We shouldn't be too harsh on him. , he has performed very well in the previous playoffs!"

Definitely - Smith, who has always admired Durant, immediately began to speak well of Durant after hearing what Barkley had to say.

"I need to remind you two that we may be witnessing the best perimeter trio in history. Russell scored 26 points, Kevin 24 points, and Lee 28 points in this game. The trio scored 78 points again. ! This is very rare in the history of the NBA! Give them some time to grow!"

Host Ernie Johnson also began to speak for the Thunder's trio.

"OK! I'm just reminding the Thunder that they need to add an excellent big man in the offseason. In the playoffs, an excellent big man can help the team better. Look at the Thunder Bad screen, I really want to teach their bigs a lesson!"

Charles Barkley criticizes Thunder's interior defense again
"Oh! Speaking of this, our director team also edited several rounds of this game for us. Poor Kevin, he was double-teamed immediately after a pick-and-roll. We can often see this phenomenon in the first half. .”

"Hahaha, man, will you have a training camp in the offseason? I made an appointment for Jeff Green in advance, God, I think Nowitzki must love the Thunder's interior defense! Two games in a row Both scored 34 points!"

The Thunder did not celebrate too much after winning at home, because their semifinal schedule is very tight, with only one day between the home and away games.

Thinking of this, Li Ze wanted to complain about the schedule of the Lakers. How come the Lakers can rest for 4 days when they go to the away game. Considering the distance, this time is a bit too long.
When Li Ze returned to his mansion in Oklahoma City, the UCLA brothers had already left early. After staying in Oklahoma City for half a month, everyone felt bored. After a brief discussion, everyone agreed to go to Los Angeles to wait for Li Ze. Ze.

In Love's words: We firmly believe that the Lakers and Thunder will reach the Western Conference finals, so everyone has to buy tickets in advance, and by the way, recall the wonderful life in Los Angeles that year.

When Li Ze heard this, he immediately understood that these guys didn't like girls in Oklahoma City, so they went to Los Angeles to practice together
After a simple wash, Li Zeli could lie down on his big bed. Tomorrow he had to fly to Dallas. The feeling of staying in a hotel was not good, and the environment of the visiting team's locker room was also so-so, so he had to recharge his batteries tonight !

In the dream training space, Li Ze was delighted to see the prompt appear again on the control panel, and quickly went to the achievement room, saw the newly produced copper badge in front of him, tapped it to check its attributes:
Achievement Badge [Defensive Deterrence]: 6/50
Intimidates the opposing offensive player, making it easier to miss.

The attribute of the badge is simple and rude, and Li Ze is very satisfied with it. Although the copper color effect is definitely not obvious at present, it will definitely have a huge bonus for himself after upgrading. He has already experienced that the badge not only adds to his own technology use , in terms of game experience, the effect of the badge bonus is more.

How to better read the opponent's defense, use one's own skills reasonably, how to better defend the opponent's core players, combine the team's defensive system, and limit the opponent's performance, all of which require rich game experience.

Li Ze, who is wearing a silver badge, found that he has an extraordinary intuition. When he is playing on the court, he can read the game better, as if he has played in the NBA for three or four seasons. This is the meaning of the badge. potential effect.

Thinking of the wonderful scene of the next season, when the badge is brushed to gold, Li Ze's mood became more and more cheerful, and by the way, he gave himself a psychological hint:
"It's a good thing to have badges. Although Dallas's away game is not easy, if the Mavericks miss it."

On May 5th, the NBA announced the best lineup for the 6-09 season. Kevin Durant was successfully selected for the first team. Rand, LeBron James, Dwight Howard.

With his excellent performance in his rookie season, Li Ze was also selected to the second team. The second team has 5 players: Steve Nash, Li Ze, Carmelo Anthony, Amare Stoudemire, Dirk Nor Visky.

Three teams of 5 people: Deron - Williams, Brandon - Roy, Joe - Johnson, Tim - Duncan, Paul - Gasol.

Coupled with the best defensive lineup announced yesterday, a team of 5 people: Rajon Rondo, Kobe Bryant, Gerald Wallace, LeBron James, Dwight Howard;
The second team has 5 players: Dwyane Wade, Thabo Sefolosha, Josh Smith, Anderson Varejao, Tim Duncan.

As of this morning, all the major awards for the NBA regular season have been released.

On the plane flying to Dallas, everyone in the Thunder team congratulated Li Ze, Durant and Sefolosha. The best team and the best defensive team are all great achievements. After all, many role players will miss their lifetimes Enter this list.

"Thabo, I said before that you will definitely be selected to the All-Defensive Team. See if I am right, this is so cool! We have three best players on the team!"

Jeff Green is also happy for the three of them. Although he himself has gained nothing, as long as he keeps up with the pace of the team boss, there will definitely be no shortage of data and contracts.

"I didn't expect that I could be selected to the best defensive team. Maybe our record will be a great bonus to me. Thank you everyone!"

Sefoloza said very happily.

"It's a pity, Kayce. It would be great if you could be selected for the first team. Unfortunately, the competition on the guard line is really fierce. In recent years, Kobe and Wade have firmly occupied the list."

Guigui feels sorry for her good brother, after all, the rookie season has entered a while before it is more legendary.

"This result is not bad. I am already very satisfied. Congratulations to you Kevin. You have won the scoring title this season and successfully entered the best team. During the offseason, you will definitely not be able to escape the big contract!"

When Durant heard Li Ze's words, his mood became more and more comfortable. Who is the core player?Thinking of the happy place, he directly came to a tactical retreat, and then said happily:
"Thank you for your support, wait for my good news, guys! This offseason, I will make a lot of money! Then I will have the biggest party in Oklahoma City!"

"Maybe I can also invite Scarlett, she is going to be single again, what do you think!"

"Hey! Forget it, Kevin, women in Hollywood are not suitable for you! Let's just invite some small models, and have more fun that way!"

"Scarlett hasn't divorced yet, maybe it's just her play, and the relationship between husband and wife is good."

"No, I believe the media reports that the current married life is not suitable for her. She needs more freedom. I have a hunch that she will be single again this year!"

Li Ze was speechless when he heard Durant's words, and he was still deceiving himself and others!Lick till the end, nothing left
The Celestial Dynasty on the other side of the ocean naturally knew about Li Ze being selected for the best team. Various media quickly sent out the prepared manuscripts, and various periodicals and magazines also began to publish special topics about Li Ze. Everyone followed the hot spots and went crazy. blow.

All kinds of chicken soup jokes emerge in endlessly, and those who follow the trend even describe Li Zeke as a talented boy who loves basketball since he was a child and comes from a poor family.
On the Hupu forum, fans almost exaggerated Li Ze to the sky. After all, Dayao played for so many years, and his best result was being selected to the best second team. Li Ze achieved this goal in his rookie season. Proper superstar!
"Watching the game late, Li Ze is the Michael Jordan in my heart. He is really awesome. The regular season is excellent, and the playoffs have directly improved a level. I have a hunch that Li Ze will definitely win the championship. Champion!"

"It's a pity! I think Li Ze has a lot of ability. If he hits 30 years old and gets all kinds of honors, he is not yet 20 years old."

"It's over. Compared with this, my life is really a failure. The only thing better than Li Ze is that I have a beautiful girlfriend!"

"Farewell to the show upstairs, Li Ze's singles are still on America's bulletin board, and those songs are very popular in many countries, and he is so handsome. Do you think he will lack girlfriend?"

"Envy, envy, hate! If only I had Li Ze's ability, I would definitely make a big splash in college, and my sister papers are all mine."

"You underestimate the NBA's best team too much! Don't talk about college, any league on earth, you will be killed randomly. Is the national team sure that Li Ze will not be recruited for this World Championship? I feel that Li Zejia The UAE may be able to reach the quarter-finals."

"Forget it, the national team is in deep water. It was announced just a few days ago that Deng Huade will become the head coach of the men's basketball team. I don't think it is very reliable, but the early return of the United Arab Emirates should also be related to this matter."

After the plane landed, everyone from the Thunder team came to the hotel quickly. The inconvenience of away games is that you have to accommodate the home team all the training time. The Thunder team has about two hours of training sessions in the afternoon. After everyone has lunch, they have to hurry up. Come to the American Airlines Center Arena to start training.

In the training class, the assistant coach organized everyone to carry out simple pass and cut cooperation. In the last game facing the Mavericks' double-team defense, the Thunder played too passively. When they came to the away game, the coaching staff naturally wanted to put an end to the situation in the previous game. occur.

Coach Brooks frowned while watching from the sidelines. The Thunder is currently a team that relies heavily on screens, but in away games, Jeff Green and Ibaka can easily be caught by the referee for small moves and called for moving screens. It has been fulfilled in the first round of competition
Thinking of the away game, the quality of the cover has declined again, and coach Brooks felt very depressed. He knew the weakest link of the team, but he couldn't strengthen it. This feeling was terrible.

"Scott, maybe the situation is not as bad as you think. We and the Mavericks are teams that rely on outside shooting, and the opponent's shooting percentage will also fluctuate. In the playoffs, I still believe in the role of star players, Kayce Raised our floor a lot.”

Head coach Brooks heard the assistant coach's words and responded helplessly:

"I'm worried about the referee's whistle-blowing scale. Coming to Dallas, the referee will definitely relax some defensive actions. This is very unfavorable to us. Unlike the Spurs game, Carlisle is a big gambler. He may Test our role players again."

"I believe the boys will perform well. If we look at the data in the regular season, Jeff Green's shooting percentage will definitely pick up slowly. We have already made two plans. The most important thing is that we only Just need a win away from home."

Thinking that the big score has already led by 2:0, the head coach of Brooks is no longer entangled in the quality of the screen. After winning the next game, the Thunder will get the match point. This is definitely the biggest good news for them.

"Just win one game!"

The uniform team of the Mavericks was also notified that Caron Butler was not suspended, and he can play as usual in tomorrow night's game.

Coach Carlisle also heaved a sigh of relief when he heard the news. He really didn't want Jason Terry and Li Ze to face each other. The difference in size was too big, and the defensive end was basically free.
"Rick, tomorrow night's game, shall we continue to maintain a 23 zone defense? I am a little worried that the Thunder's outside line will suddenly find a touch. You know, Jeff Green's three-point shooting rate is 33.6%. Although the first two games He didn't play well, but the zone defense was too risky."

"But we must prevent Lee from catching and shooting at the waist, and also limit the impact of Durant and Russell. Dampier cannot rely on his personal defensive ability to protect the basket, and we cannot consume too much on the defensive end. Dirk, zone defense is the best option."

The assistant coach thought for a while, and nodded in agreement. Seeing Carlisle's serious expression, he immediately said:

"Butler didn't play the offense we expected. His offense was too inefficient under Lee's defense. Maybe we should change our reinforcement thinking next season."

Coach Carlisle pondered for a moment before expressing his reinforcement ideas:
"I hope to introduce another three-point shooter. Outside shooting is becoming more and more important in the game. Okay, let's not talk about it, call the players over, and let's continue to practice the defensive linkage. Tomorrow night's game, we Must win!"

On the night of May 5th, at the American Airlines Center arena, enthusiastic Dadas fans entered the arena early. Tonight, the Mavericks uniform team also distributed white cheering T-shirts. The venue can accommodate 7 people. At this time It has become a sea of ​​white.

In the player tunnel, everyone in the Thunder team felt the fiery atmosphere of the away game, and they were all a little nervous. Although they led 2:0, everyone knew that the previous game was not easy to win, and the away game in the playoffs, the whistle will be biased. The home team, tonight is destined to be a difficult game.

"It's a good thing my mother didn't come to Dallas with me, to be honest, I don't like some Dallas fans that much!"

Durant could faintly hear all kinds of chaotic shouts and curses in the player tunnel. This place is actually quite unfriendly to blacks. This is why many black players don't want to go to the Mavericks.

"It doesn't matter, I just play. I have adapted to the atmosphere of the playoffs. In fact, it's really interesting to see how angry they are!"

Turtle recently shaved her head again, and her appearance looks a lot more aggressive. After hearing Durant's words, she immediately responded with a smile.

"Okay, Green, hurry up and throw away that broken talisman of yours. Maybe your bad touch in the first two games was caused by this talisman. Did the psychic medium run away overnight?"

Li Ze saw Jeff Green holding the talisman in his hand and muttering to himself, so he couldn't help but complain.

"No, it has become my sustenance, just like Michael Jordan likes to wear the No. 23 jersey, I can't do without this luck charm!"

Hearing Jeff Green's words, everyone in the Thunder team was speechless. Feudal superstition killed people.

When the DJ on the scene started to introduce the visiting team, everyone in the Thunder team quickly ran out of the player tunnel. The game is about to begin!
On the other side of the ocean, CCTV Sports broadcast the Western Conference semifinals. At this time, it is still in the Labor Day holiday, and many fans are sitting in front of the TV early. If the Thunder can win this game, then There will be no more suspense in this group of duels.

The host Yang Jian and the guest Yang Yi talked a lot about the Mavericks' zone defense before the game. The game is about to start, and the host Yang Jian brought the topic back to the Thunder again.

"In the away game, the Thunder team will definitely encounter many difficulties, but the most important thing is that facing the zone defense and opportunities from the outside line, we must throw the ball in. Yang Yi, do you think the Thunder team's outside line will suddenly pick up in this game? ?"

"I think it has something to do with the Mavericks' offense. As long as Nowitzki shows strong aggressiveness in the low post, Jeff Green will have to play 12 points on the defensive end. The offense will definitely be greatly reduced. We can't ask for everything. All the players are offensive and defensive."

"Actually, as long as you play an efficient offense in the first two quarters, in the third quarter, the Thunder's defensive strength, coupled with the offense of the trio, may win the game. Look at the Thunder What kind of offense can the team play in the first half?"

If Yang Yi directly said that role players were unreliable, he could only express his point of view tactfully.

"Indeed, as Yang Yi said, the start is very important. Opening the perimeter offense may change the Mavericks' defensive form. Caron Butler has not been suspended. He will play as usual tonight. Both sides are in regular rotation. The game is about to start. Let's start Switch the screen to the front!"

After the entrance ceremony, the two sides carried out the final warm-up activities. Li Ze noticed that Caron Butler was looking directly at him, and couldn't help but said to the turtle beside him:

"If I keep beating that guy up tonight, how do you think he'll react?"

"Haha, Bro, then I have to keep an eye on you. He won't try to touch you. If Kostic hadn't stopped me in the last match, I would have punched him twice."

The crazy tortoise actually likes this kind of tit-for-tat feeling, but unfortunately, he has no passion for the matchup with old Kidd. The opponent is a thorough old fritters. No matter how provocative he is, Kidd simply ignores him.

Seeing Caron Butler looking like he was going to fight, Turtle was already excited.

"No! Don't move your fists! Throwing a fist in an away game can easily be banned by the referee. There is going to be a conflict, just throw him down, and then act according to my wink!"

Li Ze also made preparations in advance. Tonight he must beat the opponent. If he wins this game, the series will be completely different.

"Don't worry! Leave this to me!"

At this time, the referee signaled the players from both sides to come to the center of the field. Kostic and Dampier came to the center circle to prepare for the jump ball. The audience in the American Airlines Center Arena, led by the live DJ, began to shout loudly:
"Let" go Mavs! Let'go Mavs! Let'go Mavs! "

"Snapped"

Under the blessing of the home atmosphere, Dampier successfully jumped to the ball for the Mavericks. After Kidd received the ball, he immediately dribbled across the half court. Dampier came to the free throw line. After receiving the pass, a simple high and low coordination , and immediately gave the ball to Nowitzki in the low post on the left.

Facing Jeff Green's defense, he made a tentative step after the three-threat, and then made a quick shot with a step-back jumper.

"Shua" steadily scored in the middle distance.

"Aha!!"

The audience at the American Airlines Center Arena began to cheer for Nowitzki's goal, and the scene turned into a sea of ​​white. Seeing Nowitzki's goal, Cuban, the team owner sitting under the basketball stand, also clenched his fist and cheered.

"Nowitzki still continues his good touch! The home atmosphere of the Mavericks is a bit scary! I hope the boys of the Thunder can withstand it,"

The host Yang Jian has already heard the sound of the scene.

The Thunder team quickly sent out the baseline ball, the tortoise dribbled through the half court, and immediately found that the opponent had defended a 23 zone defense at the beginning. The Thunder team's coaching staff was also prepared for this, and Jeff Green quickly ran to the right corner.

Turtle quickly passed the ball to Li Ze on the left side of the three-point line. Krstic also moved towards Li Ze at this time. Before the pick-and-roll was in place, Li Ze suddenly crossed the ball with his left hand and broke through. He put all his defensive attention on him, and quickly returned the ball to the turtle at the top of the arc.

Kidd's help defense was half a beat slow, which made Marion shrink inward quickly, and Turtle didn't hesitate to attack, and immediately passed the ball to Durant on the right outside the three-point line, the latter caught the ball, and the jump shot was shot .

"Shua" three-pointer hollow into the net.

After scoring the goal, Durant beat his chest excitedly. In the last game, he was 5 for 0 from beyond the three-point line. In the away game, he had to prove his scoring ability.

Kidd quickly dribbled across the half court with the ball, and Nowitzki came to the left elbow of the free throw line. After receiving Kidd's pass, Marion first cut in and took away Durant's defense.

Facing Jeff Green's defensive right hand, Nowitzki quickly released the ball, suddenly turned around, accelerated directly, rushed up in three strides, and succeeded in a low-handed layup with his left hand.

Jeff Green was a little confused, and he started to break through with the ball from such a distance. This was indeed a bit beyond his expectation, and he was completely caught off guard.

Looking back at the Thunder's offense, they played the same tactic again. After Li Ze received the ball, Krstic raised the pick-and-roll again, and Caron Butler was tightly defending Li Ze at this time.

Noticing that Dampier's defense was not too strong, Li Ze quickly released the ball with his right hand, and suddenly changed direction in front of his body. With the help of Kostic's pick-and-roll cover, he temporarily got rid of Caron Butler's entanglement. After one step, he made a two-point emergency stop jump shot.

"Shua" two-pointer hit steadily.

"Oh!!"

The audience at the American Airlines Center Arena also let out an exclamation. Many fans had watched the highlights of the previous game, and they were deeply impressed by Li Ze's unreasonable long two points.

Caron Butler's scalp tingled instantly. He remembered the fear of being dominated by Li Zechang's two-pointers in the last game. It was the same position again. This kind of disgusting two-pointers kept scoring, which really tested the defense. people's psychological state.

"It's amazing! This kind of shooting is completely unreasonable. After a pick-and-roll opportunity arises, it is pulled up and thrown, and it is shot in. It is completely impossible to defend. Isn't this like the Lakers game we broadcast before? Kobe faced the Suns. For double-teaming, two points are also good."

After Yang Yi blew about Li Ze, he suddenly remembered the Lakers game.
The head coach Carlisle on the sidelines quickly gestured to the players, signaling everyone to keep their defense steady and continue to maintain this defensive strategy.

The Mavericks' offense was also adjusted in this game. The coaching staff adjusted Caron Butler's possession of the ball and began to give the ball to Nowitzki more. After two games, both sides also had a showdown. I just want to play star football.
When Nowitzki received the ball on the right waist, Marion quickly cut inside again and took Durant to the other side. He noticed that Nowitzki had put the ball, and Krstic immediately stepped forward to double-team. Viski flicked his wrist, and Dampier in the paint area succeeded in throwing with his right hand after receiving the pass.

The 35-year-old veteran can serve as the starting center for the Mavericks, so he is naturally talented.
Seeing Dampier who was active, Li Ze immediately gestured to Guigui, and at the same time shouted to his teammates on the field:

"Move!"

Next, the Thunder's offense began to score more and more, constantly mobilizing the Mavericks' defense. This is also the game strategy formulated by the coaching staff before the game. After all, Dampier is a veteran. He can withstand the first half and the second half. It must be broken.

The Thunder team is actually very good at breaking through the ball. Not only the three-man team has the ability to hold the ball, Jeff Green can sometimes make two gestures, and can break through to the inside and cause fouls. After this consecutive breakthrough points, Lee Ze's right corner received a pass from Turtle.

Caron Butler's defense immediately turned in place. Li Ze first feinted, causing the opponent's defensive center of gravity to move forward, then quickly released the ball with his left hand, accelerated the breakthrough, and suddenly pulled back under the crotch during the march, completely shaking Caron- Butler's defense, mid-range jumper shot.

"Shua" perfect offensive rhythm, two-pointers hit steadily.

Since the Thunder's several outside shots all hit after the opening, the Mavericks' defense did not dare to shrink too small. Once the offensive space on the field was opened, the Thunder's offense became smoother and smoother, and the Mavericks also did the same, relying on Nuo Viski's excellent performance, the scores of the two sides took the lead alternately.

This made the audience in the American Airlines Center arena extremely nervous. The offensive efficiency of both sides is too high. Everyone is a shooting team. Once the touch is turned on, the outcome of the game may be within a few rounds.

With 1 minutes and 2 seconds left in the first quarter, the Thunder took the lead in the rotation. Sefolosha replaced Li Ze, and Ibaka replaced Jeff Green. Coach Brooks felt that the game might be abnormal. Intense, the main players still have to rest in the first half.

In the remaining two minutes, Durant played a little depressed, and the offensive space on the court was instantly reduced. This made the Mavericks' defense gradually shrink again, and he couldn't break through again.

Fortunately, Ibaka contributed two mid-range shots after playing, and with the two long points of the tortoise, the Thunder still withstood the last few minutes. At 30:32, the Mavericks at home temporarily led by two points.

Carlisle's head coach also worked hard in this game. Nowitzki was replaced with 1 seconds left in the first quarter.

In the rotation stage of the second quarter, Jason Terry and Barea played at the same time, and Caron Butler, Marion, and Nowitzki also all played on top. The Mavericks completely set up an offensive lineup of one big and four small.

On the Thunder side, there are five strikers. Li Ze continues to be the No. 5 position. Jeff Green feels good in the first quarter and hits a three-pointer. He played at this time to open up some offensive space.

The Thunder team took the lead in attacking, and the audience at the scene began to shout for the Mavericks' defense:

"Defense! Defense! Defense!"

After halftime, Li Zeyun quickly passed the ball to Sefolosha on the right side of the three-point line. Using Collison's cover, he made a simple UCLA cut. The Mavericks' defensive attention was all focused on Li Ze. Collison seized the opportunity to make a quick cut.

After receiving a pass from Sefolosha, the Mavericks' defense was half a beat slow, and Collison immediately threw a shot near the paint.

"Shua" scored two points from the basket.

The Thunder's rotation lineup changed the strategy of the first two games, began to cut more off the ball, and sometimes even ran around. After all, this tactic is not familiar to everyone, and it is normal to run out of position. .
The offense of the Mavericks began to rely on the performance of Jason Terry and Barea. Nowitzki came to the three-point line for high support. At the same time, the two small guards also expanded their offensive distance. , and even started to initiate pick-and-rolls two steps away from the three-point line.

But this effect is really good. With the help of Nowitzki's cover, Barea kept away from the three-point line, changed direction with his right hand, and accelerated the breakthrough with his left hand. After getting rid of Li Ze's entanglement, he continued to accelerate with all his strength and rushed Thunder's restricted area.

Facing Collison's block, the dexterous throw succeeded, and Ibaka was pulled to the three-point line by Nowitzki. The Thunder's ability to protect the frame instantly weakened a lot. The opponent completely ate the Thunder's defense with speed. .

After quickly throwing the baseline ball, Li Ze immediately gave the ball to Ibaka on the free throw line after half court, pretended to move to the left, suddenly exerted force on his feet, and ran back quickly. After receiving the pass from Ibaka, Flying Marion with realistic fakes from beyond the three-point line.

Holding the ball in his right hand, he accelerated his breakthrough. He noticed that Nowitzki had already assisted in the defense. His right hand suddenly hit the ground behind him and passed the ball. He accurately found Ibaka who was running down. The latter caught the ball and easily dunked with both hands. !

In the rotation stage of the second quarter, Li Ze strengthened his running without the ball and expanded his range of receiving the ball. This made him consume more energy, but he managed to revitalize the team. The game lasted 2 A few minutes later, the two sides replaced all the main players on the field again.

The two sides completely started the offensive battle, and the two sides continued to score three-pointers, which made the home fans keep exclaiming. This kind of game is too exciting, and the two sides continue to take the lead alternately.

After halftime, 62:64, the Mavericks at home still lead by two points.

During the intermission, Coach Brooks didn't say much about tactical arrangements. The Thunder played very well in the first half, and they also made several open three-pointers. Being two points behind, it can only show that the Mavericks The attack is also fully opened.
"Guys, tonight is an excellent opportunity. Ignoring the two-point difference, there is still half-time. We have a chance to win this game. Resolute shooting. The opponent's zone defense can no longer shrink too small. We have to make good use of the offensive space on the field!"

"Come on, win this game, we will lead 3:0, there is no suspense in this round of the series, guys, we will reach the Western Conference Finals!"

After everyone in the Thunder team heard Coach Brooks' encouraging words, they were also very excited. After all, it's the Western Conference finals!Li Ze is also a little excited, it's rare for his teammates to be so strong, this game must be won!
"Aww! Wan, vomit, break, tired of logging!"

After the start of the third quarter, the two teams went crazy. The Thunder took the lead in attacking. After halftime, the turtle dribbled the ball to Jeff Green in the elbow area on the left side of the free throw line. Li Ze pretended to catch it. The ball suddenly ran back.

Received a pass from Jeff Green one step away from the left three-point line, and without hesitation, immediately shot a jumper!
"Shua" made a steady three-pointer from a long distance.

"Oh!!"

The audience in the American Airlines Center arena burst into a huge exclamation. Such a shot is too scary. The Thunder overtook the score again. Looking back, Nowitzki once again came to the three-point line to make a high screen, and Kidd made a pick-and-roll After breaking through with his right hand, he returned the ball to Nowitzki again.

With a slight sway, Jeff Green jumped up instantly, dribbled the ball with his left hand for a step, then quickly combined the ball, feinted again, and flew Durant, adjusted his posture, and shot a two-point jumper.

"Shua" two-pointer hit steadily.

In the third quarter of the game, the two teams once again showed their outside firepower, hitting two-pointers and three-pointers one after another. At this time, the audience in the American Airlines Center Arena can only cheer for the home team. It was so exciting, the audience couldn't bear it anymore, their hearts were pounding
The main players of the two teams played almost the entire second half, and the game was even more endless in the fourth quarter. The Mavericks replaced Heywood here, and the Thunder replaced Ibaka. , 4:42, the Mavericks still lead by 112 point.

Coach Carlisle requested a timeout at this time, and this attack was crucial.

"Open the offensive space, there are about 12 seconds left on the offensive clock, cross screens, Dirk catches the ball at the elbow or waist, create a singles opportunity, Haywood, do a good screen, don't foul!!"

After returning from the timeout, Kidd firmly controlled the time, and the offensive time was consumed second by second. With 30 seconds left, Heywood and Nowitzki made a cross screen in the three-second zone.

After that, Nowitzki successfully received the ball at the left elbow of the free throw line, and other teammates quickly pulled away. The Thunder did not attack at this time. The Mavericks' outside three-pointer was too accurate tonight.
After catching the ball, Nowitzki faced Ibaka's defense. After three threats, he made a false move, quickly released the ball with his right hand, then turned around suddenly, accelerated the breakthrough with the ball in his left hand, and faced Ibaka's block , leaning back and throwing the shot.

"Shua" scored a 2-pointer.

"what!!"

At this time, the American Airlines Center arena was already boiling, and Cuban, the team owner sitting under the basketball stand, was also flushed with excitement, leading by three points, with 20 seconds left in the game, victory was in sight!

Coach Brooks quickly asked for a timeout, quickly drew the tactical arrangement on the tactical board, and at the same time signaled to his players loudly:
"This is the last timeout. Guys, our first choice is of course a three-pointer. Move the ball patiently. We have enough time to attack. Of course, if there is an opportunity for a quick two-pointer, we must seize it!"

The high-intensity game made everyone on the Thunder team a little slow to react, but the tactics were simple and clear, and everyone immediately nodded to show that they understood.

With 20 seconds of attack time, the Thunder first moved the ball continuously from the outside. When there were about 8 seconds left in the game, the tortoise at the top of the arc suddenly changed direction. Before he could continue to make moves, Kidd immediately went up former foul.

Carlisle head coach still opted for a penalty shootout.
On the free throw line, Guigui made the first free throw steadily, adjusted his breath for the second free throw, and made a steady shot. As a result, the ball hit the back edge of the basket and bounced straight out. -Green also worked hard, desperately stuck Heywood.

Ibaka was so crowded that he subconsciously slapped the ball. At this time, the field was in chaos, and the audience screamed again and again. The turtle saw the opportunity, a hungry tiger pounced on the ball, got the ball, and subconsciously threw the ball to Li Ze outside the three-point line.

Li Ze reacted instinctively after receiving the ball. Without hesitation, he shot a jumper one step away from the three-point line on the left.
"Shua" three-pointer hollow into the net.

"Oh!!!"

The audience in the American Airlines Center Arena screamed in unison. With only 2.3 seconds left in the game, the Thunder took the lead by one point.

"what!!"

Before Li Ze pretended to be X, everyone in the Thunder team rushed towards Li Ze. This ball almost killed the game
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