The strongest champion puzzle

Chapter 231
Zhang Xiaotian was not disturbed by the Pacers' cover, he only had Paul George in his eyes, and the referee whistled, and he directly blocked Paul George's rushing line.

He has carefully studied the tactics of receiving the ball. From the position, he can see that Paul George is going to be close to receiving the ball, and it turns out that he is correct.

It doesn't matter if it's wrong, the opponent is David West serving, and he and James are both watching.

Bosh also stretched out his long arms and blocked Hibbert with all his strength.

Hibbert's physical strength is already very problematic now, and passing the inside line is a bit unsafe.

David West made the safest choice and sent the second point to George Hill.

But when the ball was still in the air, James squeezed directly.

The distance between the two sides is too close, there is time to serve, and the opponent has no choice.

George Hill was staggered by James, and the referee didn't blow his whistle at this time.

Zhang Xiaotian dutifully blocked in front of Paul George to prevent the opponent from passing the ball.

But obviously it is not needed. After being hit by James, George Hill didn't catch the ball firmly, and was directly cut off by James. It was too late for the Pacers players to react.

It's just that James was unstable after stealing the ball. He staggered to pick it up and ran out of time. He barely made a shot in front of Stephenson who was chasing him, and the two sides entered overtime.

The two sides have fought fiercely, and the overtime has exceeded the limit of some players.

But in the arena, the one who can stand to the end is the king.

Overtime jump ball, Bosh actually won.

Although the real giant has committed five offenses, only got 2 rebounds, and has not yet scored in double figures, but at this time he has risen, and he still has fighting power.

Wade got the ball and passed it to James, but Zhang Xiaotian suddenly accelerated and rushed towards the opponent's basket from the side.

James saw the ball and immediately stuffed it, Paul George came to block it, and Zhang Xiaotian threw himself over.

The referee's whistle sounded and Paul George fouled six.

The Pacers suddenly collapsed, and Vogel protested loudly from the sidelines.

But it was useless, the ball was indeed a foul, Zhang Xiaotian was too fast at this time, Paul George reacted a little slower, and he had no choice but to try his best to foul.

When preventing Zhang Xiaotian from going straight to the layup, he didn't realize that he had committed five fouls, it was completely subconscious.

This is a big blow to the Pacers, who also lost a turning point for the ball.

Next, the Pacers Stephenson's singles was interfered by Zhang Xiaotian, and the Heat hit another attack, and the Pacers generals suddenly felt a deep sense of powerlessness.

Facing the Pacers who had problems with their physical fighting spirit, the Heat finally won the game 113:107.

"I've seen some players can only produce 50% of their strength in training on the field, but Zhang can produce 200%." ​​Spoelstra praised after the game.

With 13 points in the final quarter and 4 points in overtime, he stood up when the team needed to score the most. Zhang Xiaotian deserved any praise for his completion.

Paul George said after the game, "They are stronger, but we are fearless, we will not fall down."

In this battle, Zhang Xiaotian was also a little tired. It was not easy to defend Paul George all the way.

However, they rested well before, and their bodies had accumulated. After a simple recovery training the next day, his physical condition improved again.

At the critical moment of the playoffs, Yang Feiyu was also gentle at home, which made people enjoy it very much.

The Western Conference matchup between the Spurs and the Thunder is a bit different from what many people imagined.

The Spurs have always suppressed the Thunder with a smooth offense, which is not as fierce as the Eastern Conference.

Of course, the absence of Thunder Ibaka is also an important reason.

"We've always been trying to drive, that's the way we play, as well as a lot of moving the ball. Of course, it may increase a little bit without Ibaka, but even if Ibaka is there, we will play. Will work hard to break through," Parker concluded.

However, Thunder coach Brooks didn't want to use Ibaka as an excuse. He said: "We are a team that doesn't make excuses. Ibaka rested and couldn't come back. We are all men and we need to stand up and play. Better, better. If we're going to beat a good team, a team with a great offense, we need to fight and not make excuses."

In addition, Leonard's defense of Durant is also the key to the Spurs' victory.

"This is the key to dealing with Durant." Spurs coach Popovich said, "Obviously, it is impossible to completely block him, but making his shot difficult is the established policy. Whether he and It's the same with everyone, everyone is trying to make it more difficult for Durant. I think Leonard played well and avoided fouls. At the same time, the whole team did a good job and provided him with the perfect s help."

With the intensity of the first game, the Heat and the Pacers are in the second game, and both sides are more prepared.

The Pacers dare not despise anyone in the Heat anymore. The Pacers feel that they still have a chance to beat the Heat, as long as they don't get confused.

They usually lose the first game in this series, but they won in the end, so they will not be easily defeated.

The two sides still have the same lineup, everyone is healthy, and it is truly the strongest matchup in the East.

The defenses of the two teams are very targeted. Because of the disadvantages of the inside, the Heat shrunk the lineup from the beginning. They can no longer let the other side lead. Chasing points is a very tiring thing.

The Pacers' defense against James is still tight, and they have not relaxed against Zhang Xiaotian.

Strict defense is on the line, and the offensive focus of the two sides has become somewhat different.

The Pacers Stephenson feels very good on the offensive end. He is also a nerve knife on the offensive end. It is troublesome when he is accurate, and he can attack with the ball.

But Wade responded immediately and made several beautiful hits.

Wade's play is regarded as the second tactic for the Heat, and the Pacers' side is purely accidental.

The Heat are also very determined. Stephenson can play, but Paul George can't play, let alone inside.

The two sides have been very entangled in the score since the beginning. The Pacers seem to intend not to let the main players rest, and desperately want to win the game.

The Heat didn't follow them. In the first half, the team should still rotate.

For them, the second half and even the last quarter is the decisive moment.

But the premise is that the score cannot be stretched, the Heat can lead the team with more than one person, and the rotation can be completed without hurting the bones, which is also their advantage.

The Heat's strategy was more successful in the first half. They successfully created David West's foul, which created a gap in the Pacers' desperate tactics.

Ray Allen and Shane Battier also hit a three-pointer. In the halftime defensive battle, they led by 41 points 37:4, and they also saved their energy and got the first chance.

(End of this chapter)