The Energy Solution Center is already like a boiling oil pot, with bubbles constantly rising. Lucas III's 3+1 brought the atmosphere here to its peak. Their depressed mood due to Wen Hao's suppression in the previous game was at this moment
Finally released, they gave the Rockets the maximum decibel noise, as if they wanted to use this overwhelming noise to make the Rockets surrender.
"The Rockets, who were in heaven just now, fell into hell in an instant because of a mistake made by No. 5." A commentator said.
"Rockets No. 5 performed very well throughout the game, but in the last twenty seconds or so, he made such a fatal mistake. If the Rockets lose today, he will bear a lot of responsibility." Another commentator said.
"The current situation is extremely unfavorable for the Rockets. McHale called a timeout and he wanted to arrange tactics. I think the last attack must be given to Harden. From the current point of view, only Harden has the best chance for the Rockets.
Make it the final attack."
Sure enough, when the Rockets players came off the court, McHale kept scratching on the tactical board with a pen and said quickly: "Wen, you go to serve, and several other people are standing inside to cover Harden. Ha."
Den, you come out to catch the ball as quickly as possible, and then the others pull away, and Harden plays alone, and it is best to win. If the hit fails, the other four people all go to grab rebounds and strive for a second offense. Harden quickly retreats.
Defense, prevent the opponent's fast break. If the opponent's fast break is more aggressive and less, you use fouls to stop them."
After hearing this, everyone in the Rockets responded "yes". Although McHale's tactical arrangement was not outstanding, there was nothing wrong with it, so it was quite satisfactory.
On the Jazz side, Corbin said to his players: "Yes, you did a very good job just now." As he said that, he patted the back of Lucas III, who had just scored 3+1, and then said to the Jazz
Everyone said: "The Rockets' last attack will be handed over to Harden. I want you to attack Harden at all costs. It is best not to let Harden get the ball. They will definitely set a screen for Harden to go out and catch it."
If Harden makes any movement, the others will immediately block their position and absolutely cannot let him catch the ball."
"Of course, we have plan B. If Harden gets the ball, then we will do this..." Corbin said something. After hearing this, all the Jazz soldiers looked at each other.
Lucas III asked head coach Corbin: "Coach, is this okay? This is simply gambling."
"Yes, I just want to bet."
Corbin smiled and said, "A lot of times, the game is just gambling to see who has better luck. And judging from Harden's past data, we have a very high chance of winning the bet."
Everyone in the Jazz team fell silent after listening to the head coach's words. They had nothing to object to, after all, this was the best solution they could think of at the moment.
In the Xinlang live broadcast room, Su Qun explained: "Under the current circumstances, everyone in the world knows that McHale will hand the ball to Harden. Corbin naturally also knows that in this way, Harden
It will be difficult to handle the ball. He will definitely encounter tight defense and it will be difficult to get the ball. It is too difficult for the Rockets to win today."
"Not sure, maybe McHale will surprise someone else and let someone else take the last shot." Ke Fan argued with Su Qun.
Su Qun smiled and shook his head and said: "If it were Phil Jackson, it would be possible. McHale doesn't have the courage. Think about it, if someone else takes the last shot, it will be okay if it goes in. Hello.
Hello everyone. But what if we don’t score? How many mouths will blame McHale: Why don’t you give it to Harden? McHale can’t bear such a responsibility.”
Like Su Qun, many experts and authorities also focused on Harden at this time. They knew that the Rockets' last shot would definitely be given to Harden.
Finally, two minutes later, the referee signaled the two sides to continue the game for the last 18 seconds.
Wen Hao came to the sidelines and took the ball from the referee's hand. When the referee signaled to serve, his eyes immediately stared at Harden inside, waiting for Harden to come out to catch the ball. But just as the Jazz head coach arranged, even if the Rockets
There were two people covering Harden, but more Jazz players stood in front of Harden, making it impossible for Harden to rush out immediately.
The referee on the sidelines was already making gestures: "Five...four...three...two..."
The Jazz fans at home were also counting down loudly, which put great psychological pressure on the Rockets, especially Wen Hao, who was serving.
But at this moment, when everyone had opened their mouths and was about to count the last count, Wen Hao suddenly threw the ball and hit Lucas III on the back. At the same time, he jumped
Entering the court, he took the ball that bounced off Lucas III's back and retreated to near the midline. Only then did Harden find the opportunity to move to the outside. Wen Hao handed the ball to Harden and pulled away.
Left sideline.
"Smart, beautiful serve." The commentator on the sidelines praised.
"He is indeed a smart player. In such a tense moment, he can still serve in such a way. He is not only smart, but also calm. There are many young players nowadays who are smart, but not many are as calm as him."
Lucas III was teased by Wen Hao's serve, and his eyes became even redder. He turned around and glared at Wen Hao fiercely, but he had no time to defend himself against Wen Hao, and instead retreated one step outside the three-second zone. With him
With the same action, other Jazz players also retreated one step inside the three-second zone.
"Zone defense?!"
In the Xinlang live broadcast room, Su Qun shouted in surprise: "The Jazz actually defended a zone! Corbin is simply gambling!"
"I really didn't expect Corbin to be so bold. He knew that the Rockets' last ball would definitely be given to Harden, and Harden's greatest skill is breakthrough, so he defended a zone defense so that it would be difficult for Harden to break through.
.But the biggest weakness of the zone defense is that the defense on the outside is relatively loose. The Rockets have many opportunities to shoot three-pointers from the outside. In other words, if Corbin defends the sudden shot and allows the Rockets to shoot a three-pointer in the last attack, it will not be possible.
Let you break through. After all, the Rockets' three-point shooting rate this season is only 32.3%. Calculated this way, the Jazz has a greater chance of winning." Ke Fan explained.
"Corbin is still more courageous than McHale. Now let's see if Harden can make a shot. This season, his three-point shooting percentage has dropped, only 30.8%..."
When Su Qun was talking, Harden had already taken the shot. After making two crotch dribbles outside the three-point line, he threw the ball with more than 6 seconds left on the clock.
"boom!"
The basketball hit the rim hard and bounced high.
"Wow——"
As Harden missed a three-pointer, the fans at the Energy Solutions Center burst into cheers...
