Starting from the last bus in the NBA

Chapter 70
Seeing that Wang Hao was in good condition, Paul Westphal immediately gave instructions to Gary Payton to change his tactics.

Gary Payton didn't delay either. While controlling the ball at the top of the arc, he signaled his teammates to implement the No. 3 tactic, which was also a tactic around Wang Hao.

Wang Hao and Brent Barry, who were on the two sidelines, immediately made a cross move along the baseline.

After a mutual screen, Horace immediately screened and rolled Wang Hao, and Wang Hao made a circle to catch the ball outside the three-point line.

Michael Finley is not a top defender, but his defense rarely misses.

Even if he was delayed twice, he still followed Wang Hao closely.

Wang Hao found that he did not completely get rid of Michael Finley, nor did he delay, but chose to break through.

Michael Finley, who jumped forward at high speed, showed his super physical fitness at this moment.

He who was advancing at a high speed stopped abruptly, not only that, but also followed Wang Hao.

However, suddenly changing the center of gravity back and forth will undoubtedly cause the center of gravity to become unstable.

Wang Hao was very sober, he did not blindly avoid Michael Finley, seeking a smoother breakthrough channel, but chose to fight physically.

He was already speeding up and retreating, but suddenly, Michael Finley couldn't stand still, and suddenly took a big step back.

Naturally, Wang Hao would not miss such an opportunity, so he directly made a jump shot and hit it steadily.

This goal is very exciting, changing the impression that he can only shoot, the combination of man and ball is very good.

Even the on-site commentary couldn't help exclaiming: "I seem to see Ray Allen, Ray Allen of the Supersonics."

Don't underestimate Ray Allen, Ray Allen is now the star of the Bucks, a proper All-Star level.

To be able to compare Wang Hao to him is already a great compliment.

Not to be outdone, Michael Finley used a pick-and-roll to reach the basket and hit a layup with the bar.

Facing Wen Baker's inside defense, Michael Finley first jumped high and then started to make moves.

Collect the ball, fold it, and fly it from one side of the hoop to the other, and just as it's about to land, throw the ball into the hoop.

I have to say, envy!This bounce, this control!
After landing, Michael Finley still gave Wang Hao a disdainful look, as if he was responding to something.

On the basketball court, this is a normal collision.

Wang Hao didn't say anything, but he responded in action. He found an opportunity through running positions, and scored a three-pointer!
In just 2 minutes, Wang Hao scored 8 points in a row, opening up the gap all at once.

At this time, the Mavericks also responded, and the old Nelson also directed his teammates loudly.

"Get moving, keep up with people, and change people when you encounter pick-and-rolls!"

With the defense strengthened, it is naturally difficult for Wang Hao to get an easy chance, but his teammates have a chance.

As long as Wang Hao runs inside and outside, he immediately attracts the Mavericks' defense, and immediately creates space around him.

Gary Payton took the opportunity to break through and cooperated with Vin Baker, who scored an easy jumper.

Not only that, Wang Hao successfully attracted double-teams through the conduction of the ball from the inside and outside line, and distributed the ball to Brent Barry, who also hit a long two-pointer.

With Wang Hao and Wen Baker making efforts at the same time, the score difference between the two sides gradually widened.

Michael Finley played a few strong shots, but the shooting percentage was not high. It is obvious that Wang Hao's defense has worked.

At 8 minutes and 17 seconds into the game, the Mavericks actively requested a timeout and made tactical adjustments.

22:15
The point difference seems to be running to more than 10 points. If it is not adjusted, something will happen.

You know, under Don Nelson's training, the Mavericks are known for their offensive ability.

The Supersonic team also made substitutions. Wang Hao was replaced, Brent Barry was also replaced, and Ruben Patterson and Vernon Maxwell were replaced.

As for the Mavericks, they sent Steve Nash, Sean Bradley, and Cedric Ceballos.

In addition to the big bamboo pole Sean Bradley, Nash and Cedric are both extremely creative offensive players.

Especially Cedric, now a 30-year-old veteran who was once an All-Star.

It can be said that Cedric is Vernon Maxwell of the Sonics, but it is an upgraded version.

With three freshmen and two core players, the Mavericks are clearly intent on grabbing points.

Nowitzki took the lead in attacking, and saw that he took the ball in the middle distance without turning his back, and directly pulled out after a frontal fake move.

Horace tried to reach out to block the block, but just touched his wrist, the height difference is a bit big!

"Shh!"

The basketball went into the net hollow, so Hores could only look at the ball and sigh.

Nowitzki clenched his fists vigorously. In the first half, he was tortured by Horace, and now he finally found a way to deal with it.

The Sonics attacked, and Vernon Maxwell missed a layup. Although Bradley is a big bamboo pole, the bamboo pole is high enough!
Looking back, Cedric also made a breakthrough, but made a layup under Wen Baker's defense.

There is no way, the current Wen Baker can still rely on technology to attack. As for defense, the deterrence is far greater than the actual effect.

For more of this season, the Sonics have relied heavily on Horace Grant for their inside baskets.

But now, Horace is attracted to the outside by Nowitzki, and the problem of the Sonics' weak defense inside is fully revealed.

Sure enough, the Mavericks seemed to have discovered the problem all of a sudden, and began to attack the inside continuously.

Cedric, Michael Finley, even Steve Nash are doing it.

Horace wants to help defend the inside, but once he stays away from Nowitzki, Nash will definitely be able to pass the ball.

A three-pointer hit through the heart made Hores dare not let go of Nowitzki easily.

Paul Westphal immediately made adjustments and quickly replaced Wen Baker with Gerani McCoy.

But at this time, the problem came again, that is, there was a problem with the offense and the team couldn't score.

Gary Payton was in poor form today, and Vernon Maxwell, who came off the bench, made some gains, but his fists were hard to beat.

Paul Westphal had to continue to deploy troops and replace Ruben Patterson with Sharad Lewis.

Unfortunately, there is still not much improvement.

Seeing that the score was getting closer and even being overtaken, it was thanks to Vernon Maxwell who made a foul and hit a free throw.

At this time, Paul Westphal moved his eyes unconsciously to Wang Hao, but he hesitated.

When the team encounters problems, Paul Westphal already subconsciously thinks of Wang Hao.

However, there are still some uncertainties.

26:27
At the end of the first quarter, the Sonics were 1 point behind.

After some delay, Paul Westphal finally made his decision.

"Wang, you will play later, and the team will attack around you."

Hearing these more and more familiar words, everyone in the Sonics didn't react too much, because they were used to it.

(End of this chapter)