Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

At the end of the halftime break, the players stepped onto the court again and ushered in the third quarter.

The lineups of both sides have not changed. They are still the starting lineups at the beginning, and the Bucks took the lead in attacking.

The fans cheered one after another, looking forward to the exciting showdown in the second half.

With the referee's whistle, the game officially started.

The Bucks served from the backcourt and quickly passed the ball to Bledsoe.

Under the cover of his teammates, DiVincenzo ran out of opportunities and moved quickly along the three-point line, looking for an opportunity to take action.

Seeing that the opponent's defensive player was slightly out of position, he decisively stopped outside the three-point line and took a jump shot.

However, perhaps because too much energy was consumed in the first half, the shot was a little too strong. After the ball drew a long arc in the air, it hit the edge of the basket and then bounced high.

Although the ball did not go in, the Bucks players were not discouraged and quickly returned to defense to prepare for the next attack.

The backcourt rebound was accurately judged and protected by Porzingis. After landing, he steadily handed the ball to Durant beside him.

Durant took the ball, and his long legs looked relaxed and powerful, leading his teammates to quickly launch a counterattack. During the fast break, Durant faced Middleton's defense and made a large and easy move. He changed direction in front of his body and easily passed the opponent.

The move drew gasps from fans, who applauded Durant's skill and speed.

After Durant passed by, he did not choose to attack himself, but passed the ball to Brunson who followed up on the weak side.

After receiving the ball, Brunson did not choose to break through inside, but suddenly stopped one meter away from the three-point line.

He made a slight adjustment, then suddenly took off and shot a super long three-pointer.

The moment the basketball left Brunson's fingertips, it began to spin at high speed.

Draw a beautiful arc in the sky, as colorful as a rainbow.

The eyes of Nets fans closely followed the trajectory of the basketball, expecting it to hit the net.

With a "swish" sound, the basketball hit the net, and there were scattered applause and cheers.

The Bucks launched another attack, and this time the tactical coordination was particularly critical.

Antetokounmpo, the leader of the Bucks, stood on the outside, preparing to cooperate with Lopez in the inside pick-and-roll.

This tactic is common in basketball games, but every execution tests the players' tacit understanding and strength.

Antetokounmpo and Lopez cooperated very well. Through precise passing and movement, they successfully changed the defender in front of them from Porzingis to Cousins.

This kind of matchup is indeed uncommon in the entire series, because Cousins' speed is obviously much inferior to Antetokounmpo.

Especially after experiencing major injuries, Cousins ​​was clearly at a disadvantage when facing Antetokounmpo.

At this time, Antetokounmpo was ready to break through with the ball, holding the basketball tightly, with firm determination in his eyes.

Cousins ​​​​actively kept a meter away from Antetokounmpo. He knew that his speed could not match Antetokounmpo, so he chose this strategy to ensure that he would not be passed by Antetokounmpo's sudden acceleration. .

However, Antetokounmpo showed his advantages in the face of Cousins' obvious mismatch defense.

Like a bulldozer, he forced his way to the basket.

Although Cousins ​​tried his best to defend, he could not stop Antetokounmpo's progress.

With his excellent physical fitness and skills, Antetokounmpo successfully passed half of Cousins, facing Porzingis who came to defend from the wing, and decisively chose to hit the layup.

After the basketball drew a beautiful arc in the air, it fell steadily into the basket.

After scoring the goal, Antetokounmpo seemed extremely excited, waving his fists to signal his success to his teammates.

Cousins ​​shook his head helplessly, knowing that it was indeed difficult for him to defend Antetokounmpo in a dislocated position.

However, considering that the Nets are now more than 20 points ahead of the Bucks, although this goal is wonderful, it is not a big deal and is innocuous.

After the transition between offense and defense, Cousins ​​stood in the low post and motioned to his teammates for the ball with both hands.

His eyes were firm and he was ready to regain the score he just lost on the offensive end.

Brunson saw Cousins' determination, understood it, and was ready to send a precise pass to Cousins.

Brunson flicked his wrist, and the basketball drew a high arc and fell steadily into Cousins' hands.

At this moment, all eyes were focused on the Nets' starting center, expecting him to make a difference on the offensive end.

Facing Lopez's defense, Cousins ​​did not rush to take action, but calmly observed the opponent's movements.

He knows that Lopez is an experienced interior defender, so he must use smart strategies to break through his defense.

Suddenly, Cousins ​​turned to the right and seemed ready to break through to the bottom line.

Lopez followed closely and tried to stop his attack.

However, just when he was near the three-second zone, Cousins ​​suddenly turned left. This change caught Lopez off guard.

After two consecutive turns, Lopez has obviously deviated from the best defensive position.

Cousins ​​keenly seized this opportunity and made a fake layup.

This action was so realistic that Lopez was completely thrown away and lost his defensive position.

At this moment, Cousins ​​tiptoed, rose into the air, held the basketball tightly with both hands, and dunked toward the basket.

The dunk was light and powerful. The basketball made a bang in his hands and slammed heavily into the basket.

"boom!"

Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the bench, and the players went crazy for Cousins' wonderful performance.

They waved their arms and shouted Cousins' name, as if to ignite the enthusiasm of the entire arena.

After Cousins ​​landed, he couldn't help but wave his fist, feeling proud of his performance.

He knows that this goal is not only a response to Antetokounmpo just scored, but also a proof of his own strength.

Brunson also ran over to high-five Cousins ​​to celebrate, and their tacit cooperation was once again verified.

At this moment, the Nets' morale reached its peak, and they were confidently prepared for the next game.

At the same time, Lopez shook his head helplessly. He knew that he had been skillfully passed by Cousins, and he was deceived so much that even his underwear was left.

When Cousins ​​turned twice under the basket, skillfully passed Lopez, and finally completed the shocking dunk, domestic commentators Yang Yi and Wang Meng couldn't help but cheer loudly.

Their voices were full of excitement and appreciation, as if at this moment, all the focus was on Cousins, the once-injured but still shining center.

"Good shot! Cousins' steps are so beautiful!"

Yang Yi first praised, his voice revealing his heartfelt recognition of Cousins' skills. As a senior commentator, he has seen countless wonderful goals, but Cousins's dunk undoubtedly made his eyes shine.

Wang Meng also followed closely and added: "It is true that although Cousins ​​is somewhat unable to cope with Antetokounmpo on the defensive end, and his physical fitness has also declined after the injury, but if you look at his skills, he is still at the top level among center players. Facing a strong defensive player like Lopez, he still has a way to score easily, which is really amazing!”

The words of the two were full of admiration for Cousins.

They know very well that Cousins ​​​​has suffered serious injuries, and being able to stand on the court again and maintain such a high level of competition is a miracle in itself.

And the talent he displayed on the offensive end is even more amazing.

"Cousins' turning movements are so smooth, as if he is dancing." Yang Yi continued to praise, "Such delicate footsteps and flexible turns are rare among center players. He is really a A player with both skill and strength.”

Wang Meng also nodded in agreement: "Yes, Cousins' skills are indeed very comprehensive. Look at the dunk he just made, both in terms of strength and angle, he mastered it just right. This is not just a dunk, but also an art." His performance. He told us in his own way that even if he is injured and his physical fitness has declined, as long as he has skills and wisdom, he can still shine on the court. "

Speaking of emotional moments, both commentators seemed to be infected by Cousins' spirit.

They are not only commentating on a game, but also conveying a spirit and power.

On the basketball court, no matter how difficult it is, as long as you have faith, perseverance, and skills, you will be able to overcome everything.

As the game progressed, the two commentators praised Cousins ​​more deeply.

They began to analyze Cousins' technical characteristics and playing style from more angles, giving the audience a more comprehensive understanding of the strength of this outstanding center.

"Cousins ​​not only performed well on the offensive end, but also on the defensive end." Yang Yi pointed out, "Although he had some difficulty defending Antetokounmpo, his defensive awareness and assisting defense ability were excellent. He always appeared in the right position at the critical moment and caused trouble for the opponent."

Wang Meng also added: "Indeed, Cousins ​​is a very comprehensive player. His role on the court is not only reflected in scoring. His rebounding, support ability and defensive contributions cannot be ignored. Today In this game, he once again proved his worth with his strength.”

Under the wonderful explanations of the two commentators, the audience had a deeper understanding of Cousins.

Not only did I see Cousins' outstanding performance on the court, but I also felt his spiritual strength of never giving up and moving forward courageously.

This kind of power not only inspires Cousins ​​to keep moving forward on the court, but also infects the hearts and minds of every spectator.

The Bucks launched another offensive attack, with Antetokounmpo standing outside the three-point line and looking firmly at the basket.

He plans to cooperate with Lopez again in the pick-and-roll to target Cousins ​​​​with mismatch.

However, this time, the Nets are clearly well prepared.

Just when Antetokounmpo reached out to signal a pick-and-roll, the Nets decisively adopted a double-team strategy.

The two defensive players clung to Antetokounmpo like pliers, limiting his space for movement.

Antetokounmpo felt unprecedented pressure, and he knew that this offense would not be so easy.

During the double-teaming process, Mitchell had quick eyesight and quick hands to detect Antetokounmpo's passing intention.

He stared closely at Antetokounmpo's movements. The moment Antetokounmpo was about to pass the ball to DiVincenzo, Mitchell suddenly reached out and broke the ball.

This steal was clean and neat, showing Mitchell's excellent reaction speed and anticipation ability.

At this time, commentator Charles Barkley saw this scene and couldn't help but express his opinion: "The Bucks' offensive method is too simple. Every round they have to attack through Antetokounmpo. This makes the Nets It became easier to defend them, and as the game progressed, the Nets got better and better.”

Sitting aside, his old partner Kenny Smith nodded in approval: "Yes, this goal is that Mitchell successfully predicted Antetokounmpo's passing route, so he was able to easily reach out and complete the steal."

After stealing the ball, Mitchell quickly launched a counterattack forward, crossing the entire court like a bolt of lightning.

During the breakthrough, Mitchell attracted double-teams from two Bucks players, but Mitchell did not panic and calmly observed the situation on the court.

Suddenly, Mitchell found Durant following up from behind, and he passed the ball through the gap without hesitation.

This pass was accurate and timely, showing Mitchell's excellent vision and passing ability.

Durant immediately showed his scoring ability after receiving a pass from Mitchell.

He strode to the basket, faced the defensive player's block, jumped up without hesitation, and dunked the ball hard into the basket with one hand.

"boom!"

This dunk was so powerful that the basket trembled.

Nets fans were excited and cheered for Durant's wonderful performance.

The game continued, but the Nets had shown their strength and determination, constantly scoring through precise steals and quick counterattacks, putting the Bucks in trouble.

The Bucks need to re-examine their offensive strategy and find more scoring points to deal with the Nets' defense.

Seeing that the game is about to get out of control, Bucks fans are eagerly hoping that the team can reverse the decline.

At this critical moment, Middleton, who has high hopes from Bucks fans, stood up.

He received a pass from his teammate and started a one-on-one battle with Durant in the mid-range position.

Middleton took a deep breath, adjusted his rhythm, and then suddenly made a mid-range jump shot. The basketball drew a beautiful arc in the air and fell steadily into the basket.

This goal helped the Bucks stabilize the situation and gave fans a glimmer of hope.

They cheered and applauded Middleton's wonderful performance.

However, before Bucks fans could be happy for too long, looking back, Brunson easily passed Bledsoe through an exquisite pick-and-roll.

Bledsoe lost his defensive position and hurriedly chased from behind, but apparently did not expect Brunson's sudden change of direction when chasing.

In the process of breaking through to the inside, Brunson suddenly braked. This change caught Bledsoe off guard.

Due to the inertia, Bledsoe directly hit Brunson's back hard.

The collision caused Brunson's body to lose its center of gravity, but with his excellent shooting touch, he threw the ball in the air and hit the board.

This is an amazing goal!

Brunson not only successfully scored two points, but also caused Bledsoe's defensive foul.

This is a 2+1 goal! !

When Brunson stood at the free throw line, the Bucks fans at home were silent.

They watched in stunned silence as the young player repeatedly stepped forward and continued to expand the Nets' lead.

At this moment, Bucks fans have realized that there is a clear gap in strength between their team and the Nets.

My heart was full of helplessness and disappointment, because this game seemed to indicate that the Bucks would inevitably be swept out by the Nets 4-0.

As Brunson made an additional free throw from the free throw line, the point difference was further widened by the Nets.

The Nets already lead the Bucks by nearly 30 points. This gap makes Bucks fans despair.

They watched the players on the court fight hard, but could not change the trend of the game. This sense of helplessness and loss deeply enveloped the entire court. (End of chapter)