Russell Westbrook is very knowledgeable about defense and knows the timing of steals very well. For a player like this, the timing must be very careful. Once he takes a shot easily, he will give the opponent a chance to get rid of him easily.
And he clearly knew that once he lost his position, with Chen Feng's dribbling speed, he would simply not be able to keep up with his pace.
Kevin Durant saw him passing halftime and immediately stepped forward to double-team him. However, unexpectedly, Manu Ginobili's position became vacant. Chen Feng passed the ball skillfully.
Manu Ginobili quickly broke through the center line and hit the free throw line.
Coach Brooks smiled bitterly. He had just made up his mind to double-team Chen Feng and was already prepared. However, the mistake just now was not so much Kevin Durant's mistake as it was a loophole in the team's rotation defense.
Fortunately, Kevin Durant made a great breakthrough and passed to Reggie Jackson, assisting him in hitting a three-pointer. Otherwise, Coach Brooks would have asked for another timeout.
At this time, the overtime score between the two sides was 11:7, and the Spurs still led by 4 points.
Seeing his side's lead being reduced, **Vicci didn't have much expression.
If they win this game, then the Spurs will basically advance to the finals, but if they lose, it won't be a big deal.
Of course, because in the history of the playoffs, no team has ever made a successful comeback from a 0:3 deficit.
Therefore, **Vicci is very eager for the team to win tonight.
Kawhi Leonard's shot missed, and Derrick Favors, who was blocked by the opponent, watched helplessly as Serge Ibaka picked off the rebound.
The Thunder showed their strong ability to switch defenses, using two core players to control Chen Feng. Although Chen Feng could still dribble the ball calmly, he could no longer sprint into the opponent's inside line, and it was also difficult to organize an effective offense.
The opponent's quick rotation defense did not allow the Spurs to take advantage, and the offense was very reluctant.
**Vicci called a timeout in time. When Chen Feng was unable to perform, the team's offense suffered a great setback. **Victic did not blame them excessively. Facing the Thunder, the players were stunned for a while.
It's completely understandable that Chen Feng is no longer in good form. The reason why he was able to play such a wonderful game just now is all a reflection of Chen Feng's personal strength. In fact, up to now, the players have not really entered the state and have not shown the characteristics of the team at all.
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"Facing a strong team like the Thunder, we have to go all out. The opponent's tight defense requires us to put the ball into the basket and we must work harder than before. The overtime has just begun and everyone is not in the state.
, I can completely understand, but this is the Western Conference finals, and you need to get into the state quickly. Only by playing your own characteristics can we hope to return to San Antonio with the glory of the Western Conference championship from the court."
**Vic knows that they are nervous at this time. If they accuse them too much, it will only increase their burden. Only with a good mentality can they perform well. Regarding the situation on the field, the team is not at a disadvantage.
The tactics on the field were designed to deal with when Chen Feng was double-teamed.
You must know that Ginobili's passing and organizational skills are no worse than those of real guards!
Manu Ginobili's ground pass was handed to Derek Favors on the inside. Derek Favors did not make a strong play. He stepped back and quickly passed the ball back to Chen on the outside.
Chen Feng was in the hands of Feng, and others quickly blocked in front of him, blocking Russell Westbrook who stepped forward to defend. With such an excellent opportunity, Chen Feng relaxed his arms lightly, and the ball followed a beautiful arc.
The line slides through the sky.
"Shua" was such a clear sound that affected the emotions of the fans in the audience.
Chen Feng roared loudly. In these few attacks, he was almost frozen by the opponent. Seeing the opponent approaching the score step by step, the anxiety in his heart was self-evident. The grievance and depression in his heart was completely vented in this ball.
This goal rejuvenated Chen Feng. Manu Ginobili's blocking also won him many opportunities. The team's right to control the ball returned to his hands. The Thunder's double-team
A loophole appeared. Chen Feng's offensive performance was mediocre several times in a row. Manu Ginobili's mentality gradually adjusted and gradually brought the team's rhythm out. Kevin Durant began to gradually change his defensive attitude.
The focus shifted to him.
Realizing his mistake, Kevin Durant immediately stepped forward to double-team Chen Feng, who was holding the ball. However, he did not expect that Manu Ginobili had already blocked his path. However, for Chen Feng at this time,
, is more than enough, continuous change of direction
, when Russell Westbrook was preparing to deal with his breakthrough, a back pass was handed to Kawhi Leonard on the baseline. Kawhi Leonard, who was unguarded, took a breath and stretched.
With both arms, he threw the ball according to the rhythm during training.
With a "swish" sound, Kawhi Leonard hit a three-pointer.
Kawhi Leonard's three-pointer allowed the Spurs to regain the lead, and Vicki nodded happily.
At 16:9, the Spurs regained a 7-point lead.
At this moment, there is only the last minute and a half of overtime left. It is quite difficult for the Thunder to recover 7 points in one minute and a half.
But difficulty does not mean impossible, because they have a powerful Big Three. As long as the Spurs don't pay attention, they will get the score back.
Russell Westbrook's powerful offensive ability once again appeared in front of the fans. Chen Feng was affected by his physical strength and could not restrict Westbrook on the defensive end as before, so he was broken through by Russell Westbrook.
Already.
After attracting Kawhi Leonard's cover, Russell Westbrook passed the ball. The direction the ball flew was in the hands of Kevin Durant, who was in the open.
Kevin Durant received his pass and hit a three-pointer from the right wing.
Chen Feng brought the ball across half court and quickly handed the ball over to Manu Ginobili.
He himself started running quickly. The Spurs' style of play is very simple, which is to create scoring opportunities through frequent running and active movement.
Interspersed and cut to the basket, Manu Ginobili's ball was handed over to Chen Feng in time. After the opponent's player covered the defense, he easily picked up the basket and hit it.
Serge Ibaka shook his head in annoyance. Just now, in order to fill the opponent's loophole, he took the initiative to cover up the defense. Unexpectedly, Chen Feng cut to the basket so quickly. He wanted to return to defense, but it was already too late.
At 18:12, the Spurs' lead was still more than 5 points.
The Thunder's hopes of a comeback are getting increasingly slim, and the faces of the fans present are filled with gloom.
Before this game, the Thunder were already trailing the Spurs by a score of 0:2. Now, at their home court, the Thunder are about to lose another game. This is undoubtedly the most painful thing for Oklahoma fans.
of blow.
When they just learned that Duncan Parker was injured, Oklahoma fans were extremely excited. In their view, the team has Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and Serge Yi.
Bacca's three, but the Spurs' two cores have disappeared, and the Thunder's hopes of winning the Western Conference championship have greatly increased.
Before the start of this season, the Thunder was also the favorite team to win the championship.
The Thunder reached the Western Conference Finals in the playoffs, which also proved that the Thunder have the ability to compete for the championship.
But no one expected that in the Western Conference finals against the Spurs, when their opponents did not have Duncan and Parker, the Thunder would lose two games in a row. And in this third game, at their home court, the Thunder would lose again.
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Thunder fans are naturally very sad, and many fans have even shed tears. They know very well that if the team cannot go further, will Durant and Westbrook be separated?
With the cover of Manu Ginobili, Chen Feng easily dribbled the ball into the inside. This time he did not choose a mid-range shot. There was no opponent player within three steps of him. With his shooting speed, it was completely possible.
He chose a jump shot, but he didn't, and still dribbled the ball quickly towards the inside.
Serge Ibaka was already prepared, and he was deeply humiliated by Chen Feng's several inside shots just now. But after all, it was Chen Feng's fast break. He didn't guard the basket, so it was understandable.
Thinking that he was so overestimating his own capabilities and trying to attack his inside line with his own strength, a surge of anger suddenly arose in his heart and he yelled: "Don't even think about it."
Chen Feng felt a little funny when he saw him so excited. He really got what he thought of. Serge Ibaka's strong inside position is always a huge threat to the team, especially since Derrick Favors is not here now.
Yes, if the opponent uses this point of his to attack forcefully, no one can really guard against him.
The only way is to make him be as honest as possible. He has already committed three fouls. If he is given one more foul, he may have to return to the bench. Even if Thunder coach Brooks puts him on the court,
There must also be a lot of scruples and shrinking hands, and the balance of the inside will once again tip to the Spurs.
Chen Feng still maintains the speed when he breaks through. In the eyes of many people, Chen Feng's move is undoubtedly a moth flying into the flames. In the first half of the game, Serge Ibaka has already shown his strong defensive ability in the interior. Such an obvious attack
Intention, completely violated the taboo of attacking.
Even the head coach is not optimistic about Chen Feng's offense this time, mainly because he is surrounded by Serge Ibaka and Durant, who has comprehensive skills and excellent body. What scares opponents the most is his long arms.
With his shot-blocking ability, it is definitely a stupid move for Chen Feng to attack like this under the basket guarded by two strong defensive players. (To be continued...)
