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In the Spurs and Rockets matchup, O’Neal and Webb both thought the Spurs would sweep the Rockets 4-0, Smith predicted a 4-1 Spurs promotion, and Barkley was the only one who thought the Rockets could win 2 games, his prediction was 4-2, and the Spurs advanced.

T.N.T’s program analysis caused a heated discussion among fans, except for the Rockets fans, other fans felt that the analysis was fine, the Spurs as the third favorite to win the championship this season, it was relatively easy to eliminate the Rockets.

In addition to media and TV shows, Bo. The lottery company’s market shows that the odds of 1 to 2.6 for the Rockets to advance are amazingly high, and for comparison, the odds for the Spurs to advance are 1 to 1.06, which is almost negligible.

It can be said that in the second round of the game, the opponents of the three teams of Warriors, Cavaliers, and Spurs basically did not have too many opportunities.

Even more directly, the Western Conference Warriors vs. Spurs, Finals Warriors vs. Cavaliers, are the games that fans are most eager to see.

As for other matches, naturally the sooner the better.

However, contrary to the outside world’s opinion, despite encountering strong enemies, the Rockets’ players are scrappy.

Although the Spurs are strong, but like the Mavericks, they are still old guys, and if they can continue to play the effect of run-and-bomb tactics, coupled with the dual firepower of Hao Shuai and Harden, it is entirely possible for the Rockets to go further in the playoffs.

Especially Hao Shuai, after directing a 25-point comeback, his teammates trusted him immensely.

On April 26, US time, the first leg of the Rockets and Spurs meeting was played at the ATT Center in San Antonio.

The Spurs have been favourites since acquiring Duncan, lifting the trophy five times in the past 18 years, the last of which was two years ago, and after adding Aldridge and scoring 67 wins in the offseason, home fans’ expectations for the home team are quite high.

On the first day of the game, the stadium with a capacity of more than 18,000 people was packed, and people held up signs such as “Spurs, champions” and “Thiem, champions” in anticipation of another O’Brien Cup in San Antonio.

When asked if the Rockets had a chance to win, Hao Shuai said without hesitation: “We will, our goal is to grab home court advantage.” ”

Hao Shuai’s answer attracted a stunned reporter, followed by a burst of laughter, obviously, Hao Shuai’s answer, in his opinion, has obvious rookie marks, some naïve.

Hao Shuai didn’t care too much about the reporter’s reaction, after all, they were the party that was considered weak.

“Release the system mission and win the first series of the series. Reward: A chance to draw a prize draw. ”

At this moment, Hao Shuai’s mind sounded the system’s prompt tone.

Is it coming? Predictable.

A smile appeared at the corner of Hao Shuai’s mouth.

This reaction made the reporter even more disdainful, if he could, he really wants to sigh now, newborn calves are not afraid of tigers!

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The commentator of the game was Chris Webb from T.N.T. and the guest, former Spurs star “Admiral” David Bush. Robinson.

“Glenn, how does it feel to be back at home for the Spurs again?” Before the game started, Webb talked to Robinson first.

“It felt great, I was like I’m back to being in the ring with Tim [Duncan].” Robinson’s eyes were full of memories.

“Championship time with Tim?”

“Yes, yes, it was the most memorable moment.” Robinson smiled and nodded.

“According to what I know, this is likely to be Tim’s last season, when you chose to retire after lifting the championship trophy, I don’t know if Tim will be like you.” Webb said with a smile.

“Yes, this year’s Spurs are particularly strong, the morale of the whole team is also strong, they will beat the Rockets, and then beat the Warriors and Cavaliers to win the championship, I believe in Tim, I believe in this Spurs team.” Robinson said confidently.

“I think exactly like you, hopefully we’re right and the Spurs will deliver a win tonight for the home fans.”

As Webb spoke, cheers from the fans were heard at the scene.

The stadium entered the debut of the starters.

When Duncan was introduced, the entire ATT Center was plunged into a frenzy.

Although Duncan’s retirement season is not as high-profile as Kobe’s, fans know that his game is also watching one less game.

After the players were introduced, the starters of both sides appeared one after another.

Bikstaff was also bold, facing the Spurs’ twin towers, he still chose a small lineup, and Williams appeared in the starting lineup instead of Beverley.

On the Spurs side, the outside line is the “French sports car” Tony. Parker and top 3D player Danny. Green, the small forward is the new core of the Spurs, known as “Kawaii”. Leonard, inside is “Stone Buddha” Duncan and All-Star power forward Aldridge.

Standing in front of the bench on the sidelines is Spurs coach Bo, known as “Zhuge Vic”. Povic, the Spurs’ last five championships, won them under his leadership.

“Toot!”

With a whistle, Duncan used his experience to shoot a basketball over Howard’s head, giving the Spurs a chance to take the lead.

The Spurs played a no-ball blocking match as soon as they came up, and Leonard and Aldridge, one outside and one inside, were doing blocking back and forth.

About ten seconds into the attack, Green passed the ball to Aldridge, who hit Ariza on his back and turned back.

“Bang!”

The ball resembled Duncan’s youth, and after playing the board, the basketball wiped the basket into the net bag.

The Spurs hit the ground on their first offense.

The rockets’ attack, Hao Shuai accelerated forward.

However, as soon as he arrived in the front court, he found that the Spurs guarded a 2-3 joint defense (2 players on the inside, 3 players on the three-point line, a blocking tactic that moves to cooperate).

Such defensive tactics greatly compressed the Rockets’ shooting space on the outside, and Hao Shuai passed to the empty Williams in one second.

Williams stopped a jumper, but was interfered with by Aldridge’s long arm, and the shot deflected off the basket, and the rebound was taken by Duncan.

The Spurs counterattacked, Parker quickly advanced to the front court, flicked to Green, who shot for a three-pointer.

“Ugh!”

With a crisp sound, the three-point shot fell into the pocket accurately.

At 5-0, the Spurs gave the Rockets a kick in the open.