swing striker

Chapter 446 Cruelty (1)

While nervously doing coping training, while observing the opponent's game trend, after the Celtics truce for eleven days, their opponent finally appeared.

The Eagles and the Heat, after seven difficult games, the Eagles finally relied on their home court advantage to defeat the Heat 91-78 and advance to the second round with a total score of 4-3.

The Eagles broke into the second round for the first time in 10 years. They were eliminated by the Celtics in the first round last year. This year they met their old opponents in the second round. Can they create more trouble for the Celtics?

Of course, this is what the media reported. The Eagles players don't think so. Garnett's absence gave them such confidence.

"They were the champions last season, but they are not a complete Celtics team. Our inside advantage is obvious. Zaza (Pachulia) and Al (Horford) are very good players, of course. , We have also watched their game against the Bulls, but obviously, our inside scoring ability is stronger.

So for us, the most important thing we need to think about now is our perimeter defense. We have to guard all of them. Yes, it is difficult. Their perimeter is really too strong, but fortunately their No. It's good news for us to have to go to number four.So our goal is to win at least one game at the Celtics' home court! "

Before the game, Mike Woodson, the head coach of the Eagles, made a very big mouthpiece, but this is what the Celtics are most worried about. Whether it is Pachulia or Horford, any of their offenses Ability is not comparable to Thomas and Noah.This is also the focus of the Celtics' pre-match arrangements.

The Hawks' mobility is no different than that of the Bulls, and their lineup is more reasonable, their scoring ability is stronger, and their experience is also richer. Therefore, Rivers gave up the magic weapon for defeating the Bulls in the first round. Shi Lei was placed on the bench, and Davis was used as the team's starting power forward.

"come on!"

"come on!"

"come on!"

After the Celtics players high-fived each other to encourage each other, they came out of the dark player tunnel one after another, and the fans at the scene burst into enthusiastic cheers.The team is facing some difficulties now, but this has not allowed them to lower their requirements for the team's goals. They still firmly believe that the Celtics are the best team in the NBA and should win the final victory.

"Yes, we will be the championship this season!"

But the game started to show them how tough it was!
Soon it was time for the game to start. Players from both sides began to play. In the front row of the Celtics, only Garnett in a suit and leather shoes and the serious Shi Lei were left.

Injuries made Garnett feel a little gloomy. During games, Shi Lei was usually very quiet, which made the area quiet for a while.

In the jump ball, Perkins failed to beat Horford, but Rondo, who was selected for the defensive first team, then used his body to oppress Bibby, forcibly completed a steal, assisted Pierce to break through and dunk, and made a good start for the Celtics. .

But the cheers of the Celtics fans only exploded for more than a dozen seconds. The Eagles, who had the advantage at the basket, hit a three-pointer from the outside, and plunged into the "sea of ​​fire" fearlessly to extinguish all enthusiasm.

Although Ray Allen made a mid-range shot and immediately overtook the score, the old Bibby, who had lost most of his breakthrough ability, cut the "throat" of the Celtics fans with an unscrupulous three-pointer.

The situation was reversed from this second, and the Hawks became more imposing, starting their second round of the playoffs with 11:4.

The Eagles are a team with strong mobility, and the many swingers also make it difficult for this team to be played out of the so-called dislocation, that is, playing big against small.In fact, the Hawks are very restrained in the lineup of the Celtics. After Garnett is gone, this restraint is even more obvious.

The tactic that the Hawks implement today is a very old tactic. It was very popular in the 90s. It used to be the most commonly used tactic for every team with a strong center.That is, the inside line is placed under the basket, and the outside line is spread out to shoot.

It's a simple tactic, but the Celtics just can't deal with it.

The Hawks have an obvious advantage at the basket, so the Celtics must shrink their defense in, and outside players are ready to help defend the basket at any time.

This is Rivers' pre-match arrangement, but he has to adjust his strategy now.

Less than 2 minutes into the game, the Celtics requested the first timeout. Rivers adjusted the team's defense and resumed the previous man-to-man tactics.

"Shi, our match will be very troublesome!"

After his teammates re-entered the court, Garnett opened his mouth and said the first sentence after he was on the chair.

Shi Lei nodded: "Their insiders will definitely strengthen their offense in the future!"

Rivers also knows this, but what he can do now is to treat the headache and the foot.He now only hopes that his outside group can be sharper today.

But Ray Allen misfired under the Hawks' defense!

"So bro, next you have to get yourself more points!"

Shi Lei nodded, this is his unshakable responsibility: "Yes, they will know how cruel the Celtic king is!"

Shi Lei's description of himself finally dissipated the gloom on Garnett's face: "I like cruelty, I believe everyone here will like it!"

But the "cruel" Shi Lei can only sit on the sidelines now, he can't save his team yet.

After the timeout, the Hawks really strengthened their inside offense. Perkins and Davis, especially Davis, who moved slowly, were fully utilized by them. Pachulia and Horford teamed up and scored three consecutive offenses. , And caused Perkins' defensive foul.

When Ray Allen felt in trouble, Pierce could only fight alone, frequently scored layups through breakthroughs, and after the Eagles' defense shifted him, he gave Davis, who was pulled to the bottom line, two assists. Bite the score in the first 8 minutes of the first quarter.

But then, the Eagles suddenly showed their power from outside. After Bibby hit a three-pointer, Joe Johnson made a successful three-pointer and caused a steal to Rondo in the defense. After a wave of 8:0, he once again defeated The Celtics stopped.

After the timeout, the "cruel" Shi Lei stood up from the bench.

At this time, his expression was extremely relaxed. Before going on the field, he even showed his biceps to the live camera.

(End of this chapter)