Rebirth of My Rocket Dynasty

Chapter 53 The Rocket ICBM Force

After the start of the fourth quarter, the Rockets continued their style of play in the third quarter.

With a group of tall shooters and two dynamic insiders, the Spurs struggled.

Even if David Robinson played again, the Rockets still insisted on their style of play.

Horry was once again ravaged until the end of the game.

Saulius was once again pushed to the front line against Barkley.

Although Horry was off the field, the power of the Rockets' three muskets on the outside line has not diminished.

Saulius, who was overwhelmed by Barkley on the defensive end, found his own position on the offensive end. The deep European-style play complements Bodi Roga and Ray Allen on the outside.

The smooth cooperation of the three quickly tore through the Spurs' perimeter defense.

Quick rotations, precise long-range three-pointers, and dexterous off-the-ball cuts.

The elegant and fast style of play of the three players can be seen at a glance.

The Spurs are also under the tandem of Barkley, and they are also playing well in the paint.

If you don't care about Barkley, he will score by himself, but he will miss the shot. His three powerful insiders are arched in the penalty area, which makes the Rockets very uncomfortable.

The situation on the field is so anxious.

Let all the Rockets fans present be on tenterhooks.

Since the beginning of this season, the Rockets have not encountered such a game.

Nervous, depressed, unable to predict the outcome of the game.

All of this is happening at the Compaq Center.

The Spurs paused.

Looking at David Robinson and Barkley who were breathing more and more heavily, Popovich was also helpless.

After all, I don't have a good substitute in my hands.

As far as these people under my own hands go up, they will be given away for nothing.

Seeing the Rockets' three substitute players blow up their perimeter.

What can be done.

It can only be repaired by myself, a tinker.

Seeing the Rockets' strong overall strength, the Spurs players are also depressed.

On the other hand, the Rockets, due to the excellent shooting rate of their outside artillery, have gradually brought the score back.

95:92
With the last 5 minutes left, the Rockets finally pulled back the score.

"Well, everyone did a good job. We finally pulled the score back. In the last 5 minutes, the Spurs will launch a strong counterattack. They will definitely increase the defense on the outside. So, Ray, De Young, Sborga The three of you must pass the ball quickly on the outside, and don’t give the opponent a chance to block it. In the inside, Hakeem and Kevin, you must hold on, Hakeem, you have fouled 4 times, you must Pay attention, the same is true for Kevin, you also have 4 fouls, when the opponent forcibly attacks the inside, Dejan and Sboga will help me defend the inside, don’t be afraid of confrontation, Sboga, you have committed 5 fouls, but I don’t Let you come down, you still have a chance, go, guys, the Spurs have begun to bow to you." Lao Tang made the final pre-battle arrangement for his players.

At this time, Popovich is also making arrangements.

"Boys, the Rockets are a strong team. Their strength is obvious to all, but we are also a strong team. If we want to become a championship team, we must step on the corpse of the Rockets. In the last few minutes, the perimeter defense You must strengthen, you are all old players, have you forgotten how to interrupt the opponent's shooting touch, do you need me to teach you these. Be more serious when you shoot, don't give them a chance to add penalties, you understand. "Popovich looked around his players.

"understood."

The voices of the Spurs were very low.

After the two players finished their tactics, the Spurs players frantically surrounded the Rockets' peripheral players.

Ray Allen's slap on the ground by Del Negro.

Seeing this, Garnett rushed up with red eyes, and was hugged tightly by Dameng.

Turning over, Bodi Roja elbowed Duncan so hard that his eyes caught gold stars.

The whistle sounded frequently during 1 minute.

After the referee called the double captains together to issue a warning.

The anger on both sides was suppressed forcefully.

There are still 3 minutes and 25 seconds left.

Rocket 98: 95
Continue to lead by 3 points.

The two sides did not score a point in nearly 2 minutes, which shows the strength of the defense.

At this last moment, the Spurs began to exert force.

The first is Barkley, who is close to Saulius and uses his physical advantage.

Pushing his big butt all the way to the basket, as soon as he saw his attack distance, Barkley stood up against Saulius and was about to dunk.

It's a pity that Saulius didn't give him a chance, and he slapped the ball directly with a thug.

Seeing Saulius, who had already committed six offenses and was about to leave the field, Barkley stepped forward and said to Saulius: "Man, you are very good. Compared with other European noodles, you are really tough. Good luck to you." Then he patted Saulius on the butt to prepare for his free throw.

Saulius, who was a little heavy on his feet, was replaced by Horry.

On the bench, Drexler handed him a bottle of water.

And said to him: "Sboga, you did a great job, you proved that you are an excellent defender."

"Thank you, Clyde, but Barkley is Barkley, I really can't deal with him." Saulius said to Drexler after taking a sip of water.

"Hehe, boy, you have to know that defense is not your job alone. Defense requires the mutual assistance of a team." Drexler said to Saulius with a smile.

After hearing these words, Saulius nodded slightly, and then focused on the match.

Seeing the somewhat silent Saulius Drexler smiled, he also set his sights on the field.

With the last 3 minutes of the game, the Spurs have narrowed the score to one point.

Although Saulius was sent off, Horry who was replaced was also an old fritter who had been in the NBA for several years and had two championship rings.

And Horry's playing has raised the Rockets' inside height by a section.

And put tremendous pressure on Barkley on the defensive end, so that Barkley could not attack as much as he wanted.

After all, the gap of 10 centimeters is not so easy to overcome.

Spurs attack.

David Robinson singles big dreams.

Robinson made a stride, then slammed back, jumped up and missed the shot.

Horry, Bodi Roga and Garnett, the three of them were all crowded inside, stuck in their positions.

Keep Barkley and Duncan out.

The ball is grabbed by Bodi Roga.

On the outside, Ray Allen has already started to play fast.

Two strides near the center line.

Bodi Roga's ball accurately found Ray Allen.

After receiving the ball, Ray Allen dodges Del Negro on the wall in a disguised form.

Two steps to the opponent's three-point line.

Johnson, who caught up, was already standing on the opponent's assault channel.

But Ray Allen didn't rush to the basket, and stopped directly outside the three-point line, which was a jumper.

The basketball got into the basket lightly.

Very accurate.

Ray Allen, who scored the goal, just smiled and waved his fist.

101:97
The Rockets already have a four-point advantage.

Time, 2 minute left.

Spurs attack.

The ball is in Barkley's hands, and it has to be said that Barkley is very powerful.

Easily knocked Horry away and made a mid-range shot from one step away from the free throw line.

101:99
The Spurs recovered 2 points.

Rockets attack again.

The ball went into the hands of Dameng, who was inside, but Dameng didn't stop the ball. A diagonal pass was passed to Horry. Barkley stared at Horry calmly, and he also knew the power of this kid.

Horry didn't stop either, and directly handed the ball to Ray Allen, who cut without the ball.

Del Negro and Duncan are ready to pinch.

Unfortunately, Ray Allen still passes the ball.

A high pass and the ball returns to Bodiroga.

When there are no defense players around, facing Johnson who is only 1.80 meters.

Bodiluo strengthened his shot and hit a three-pointer.

104:99
The Rockets opened the score again.

1 minute left.

The Spurs made a quick serve, and Johnson raced through half court at high speed.

Seeing that Barkley has followed up, a beautiful ground pass.

Barkley, who got the ball comfortably, stepped into the free throw line with two steps, and took off with a one-handed dunk.

104:101
The Spurs once again caught up with the score.

Rocket attack.

The Rockets unhurriedly pushed the ball into the opponent's half.

Bodi Roga gestured, and Garnett quickly ran out from the inside to cover.

Taking advantage of the cover, Bodi Roga broke into the paint with a big stride.

David Robinson, who is always on the inside to help defend, and Duncan, who is chasing and defending, strictly limit Bodi Roga's passing and offensive vision.

But Bodi Roga is Bodi Roga. As early as when he broke through, he saw Hori fall to the bottom corner.

Bodi Roga flicked one arm, and the basketball passed through the cracks.

Horry caught the ball steadily, and shot directly without making any adjustments.

Because Barkley, who has found out that he is not good, is pounced on him.

The ball was still very accurate.

107:101
The Rockets led by 40 points with 6 seconds left in the game.

The Rockets fans at home and the Rockets players on the bench were jubilant.

In contrast to the desperation on the Spurs' bench, the current Spurs have not yet reached the hell of honor and disgrace.

The Spurs quickly called a timeout.

Popovich quickly arranged tactics for the Spurs. This offense must be scored. This is Popovich's request, and then fouled tactics and let them make free throws.

The game starts and the Spurs attack.

Barkley held the ball and organized the offense. According to Popovich's tactics, Duncan and Robinson came out to make a double screen.

He blocked a space for Barkley, and Barkley, who was already open, made a three-pointer directly from the outside.

Rockets fans, looking at this ball, are all praying that this ball will not be scored.

It may be feeling the brainwaves of the Rockets fans, and the ball bounced on the neck of the basket.

Relying on his height advantage, Bodi Roga put the rebound in his arms.

It was still Ray Allen, who saw that the basketball was caught by his teammates, and immediately dropped it.

Bodi Roga didn't give the opponent a chance to foul at all, and the ball found Ray Allen accurately again.

This time the position is already outside the three-point line.

Ray Allen received the ball, shook away Johnson who was about to foul, and shot from outside the three-point line.

"唰" hit again.

"Killer Ray" has shown its true colors.

110:101
The Rockets extended the score to 9 points.

There are still 22.6 seconds left.

It was this ball that completely defeated the Spurs' psychological defense.

In the last attack, the Spurs still missed.

In the end, the Rockets weren't on offense either.

110:101
With 3 consecutive three-pointers in the last 4 minutes.

The Rockets struggled to win the game at home.

After the game, at the press conference, both Tang and Popovich praised their opponents.

I think the opponent is the main contender for this year's championship.

Under the mutual calculation of the two old foxes, both sides also know that the competition for this year's playoffs will be extremely fierce.

It seems that the Alliance has reached the era of the Warring States Period.

Whether there is such a possibility, let us wait and see.

(End of this chapter)