Although the score in the first quarter was not low, every goal was scored in extreme physical confrontation, and it was not easy for everyone. Despite this, the American team still had the upper hand, after all, the players on the American team
Most of them are all-stars, but they choose who to play based on tactical needs.
Larry Brown didn't like Iverson. There had been a rift between the two. He was also not optimistic about Marbury, a player with almost the same problem as Iverson. This later made him and Marbury unable to play in the New York Knicks.
You can see it through coexistence. Larry Brown likes players who are strong in tactical execution, and he doesn't like anyone to challenge his throne.
Because of this, the main lineup at the beginning was actually his substitute lineup. He also made an exception and put Iverson and Marbury together in this lineup. The team has two big names who need to attack with the ball.
The players naturally did not operate so smoothly. The appearance of the second lineup could stabilize the situation, so it was "natural" to field the "second lineup" led by Duncan in the second quarter.
The Serbian and Montenegrin teams have changed their tactics, with Bodilloga as the point guard. This is not the first time he has played point guard. In club games, he often switches back and forth between the three positions in the backcourt. Shooting guard
Pavlovic was sent in, and Vujanic couldn't compete with Devin Wade in terms of speed. Since the speed is no longer good, then use zone defense to curb the opponent's speed in defense, and use Pavlovi in offense.
With his unusual height, he can shoot three-pointers, and he has an accurate three-point shooter from the outside, which can expand the defensive range of the US team and break the zone defense. Radmanovic is moved to the small forward position, which on the one hand expands the US team's defense.
The defensive range, on the other hand, also reduces the defensive pressure on Bodilloga. Although James has good height and strength, except for seeking confrontation when attacking the basket, he likes to use technical breakthroughs at other times, while Anthony always likes to use his body.
To overpower the opponent, Bodilloga's height and strength are not inferior to them, but as the team's ace, he has to play almost the entire game, and he can no longer consume too much of his energy on both offense and defense. Power forward
Milicic played the role. Milicic didn't play very well throughout the first quarter. He didn't even score after Duncan came on the court. This gave him an advantage in the power forward position, whether it was Odom or Boozer.
Marion still has a huge inherent disadvantage when it comes to defending Milicic - height, and Milicic is very skilled in interior offensive skills. He still has an advantage against these players who are not good at interior defense. Center forward
Then Krstic was sent, so that all five players in the team have three-point ability, and Krstic's pulling out will create space for Milicic to attack inside. His only task is to attract Duncan and activate it to the greatest extent.
Milicic.
After the opening of the Serbian and Montenegrin team's attack, Bodiroga and James, two behemoths at the point guard position, were dueling. In history, there have been many tall point guards such as Magic Johnson, Livingston, and Jaric, including China's
Sun Yue and others are all point guards over 2 meters tall, but it is really rare for two point guards over 2 meters tall to show off at one time. The passion of the audience was instantly ignited. The members of the US team are tall and can be blocked.
After the adjustment, the black team was actually taller than the American team, making it more like a ten-man game on the inside.
James has carefully studied the Serbian and Montenegrin game videos before, and he knows very well how strong Bodiloga is in front of him. According to his order, the first person to beat is Milicic, and the second person to beat is
Seeing that Bodilloga was able to compete with Bodilloga, James also became angry and yelled at Bodilloga: "Hey! Let me see how good you are. Where are you dribbling behind your back? You are not
The strongest player in Europe? Come on! Let me see!"
Although Bodiloga also valued this game and wanted to show off his talent to the Americans, he was not angered by James. With his status in the European basketball world, there are so many players almost every year.
He has long been used to it when newcomers with exposed heads come to challenge him like this, and the more this happens, the calmer he becomes.
After the ball was moved to the frontcourt, Bodiloga did not act sloppily. He waited for Milicic to get into position and handed the ball directly to Milicic. Then the Serbian and Montenegrin team pulled away 1-4 as a whole, creating a situation for Milicic.
In the attacking space, Milicic faced Marion's defense one-on-one. Seeing that Duncan did not fully follow Kostic, Milicic threw the ball in the direction of Kostic.
Marion was also very aware of Duncan's position, and couldn't help but subconsciously glance over there with his peripheral vision. In this gap, Milicic retracted his hand holding the ball, and took advantage of the situation to pass his long arm over Marion's head, a
Hit a layup.
Marion's defensive ability is very strong. Although he is said to be able to defend from the 1st position to the 5th position, the only ones with more obvious defensive effects against power forwards are Nowitzki, Odom, and Jamison. He is used to it.
To deal with masters of face-to-frame offense, such as Milicic, who has solid back-to-the-basket offensive skills, Marion really doesn't have many options. First, you are not as strong as him, and second, you are almost to the basket, and the opponent's height and wingspan are too long.
The higher piece is really capable of bullying anyone. This can be seen from Elton Brand facing Kevin Garnett. Brand still has a lot of power when facing ordinary power forwards.
He can establish some advantages in offense and defense, but when facing Garnett, Garnett's height and wingspan completely cover him, and he is beaten to disgrace almost every time.
When he turned back to defend, Bodiloga said to James dribbling: "Why did Cleveland choose you instead of Milicic? Can you give me an answer?"
Who dares to say that James is not the best player of the 2003 generation? This is the king's reverse scale. James immediately became angry and dribbled forward to break through. Bodiloga's strength was not bad. James subconsciously sank.
As soon as he hit his shoulder, Bodiloga immediately fell down. The referee blew the whistle and James committed an offensive foul.
Looking back, Bodillo added the ball, and Milicic came out to cover in a single block. This time, the defense changed and James was marking Milicic. Bodillo returned the ball to Milicic near the free throw line. This ball
The height given was high enough, but James suddenly jumped up to grab the ball. In a hurry, it did not bounce and did not reach the highest point. The ball flicked and was right in front of Milicic. Milicic took a step forward and held on.
The ball was wide open in front of him. At this time, it was too late for Duncan to block the shot. Milicic took three steps and made a two-handed dunk to end the attack!
There was a roar of applause from the entire audience. The audience was mainly European and of course supported the Serbian and Montenegrin team. In addition, everyone also hoped to see a team defeat the so-called dream team.
The cheers made James sound so harsh. At this time, the morale of the US team was hit. Larry Brown called a timeout in time. After James came off the court, he angrily said to Larry Brown: "I want to play power forward."
!I want to prevent Milicic from dying!"
"Give me a reason to support you." Larry Brown knew that James was angry because of Milicic, but he still asked this irritating question. This bad old man knew that James was likely to win this game.
Negative key.
"Because of the emperor's dignity!" James said firmly.
