Bishop of the Abyss

Chapter 151.

After the loss, everyone in the Mavericks looked a little frustrated, especially the head star Dirk Nowitzki, looking down at his hands as if questioning why he didn't score two more goals.

The Mavericks lost only six points to the Timberwolves in the end. This was the case when the Mavericks used foul tactics twice in a row in the final stage, otherwise the point difference would definitely be within five points.

Losing the defending champion Timberwolves is not an unacceptable thing, but it is precisely because the points are so close that the Mavericks will feel frustrated.

诺维斯基本场比赛交出了24分11篮板4助攻以及2次抢断，乍一看这份数据足够出色，但诺维斯基的投篮命中率却只有39.6%。

Garnett's excellent lateral speed made Nowitzki very uncomfortable. The skillful power forward like Nowitzki is most afraid of players like Garnett.

Tall and long, flexible in movement, Garnett's defensive pressure is simply too strong compared to Kenyon Martin of the Nuggets in the first round, which made Nowitzki a little hesitant to play singles in the end.

Hesitation is not a good thing, especially for a star like Nowitzki, hesitation means defeat.

When this kind of hesitation becomes a habit, it comes from the fear in my heart.

Throughout the game, Garnett put all his focus on Nowitzki. Garnett knew very well that as long as he could limit Nowitzki's performance, the Timberwolves would definitely have the advantage.

进攻端加内特只贡献出15分18篮板3助攻，但在防守端加内特却送出4抢断以及4次封盖，带领球队捍卫下了主场。

In addition to Kevin Garnett, the biggest contributor to the Timberwolves' win must be "Madman" Sprewell.

面对斯塔克豪斯与贾森特里两人的轮流防守，狂人18投11中，高效轰出28分4篮板以及3次助攻。

Even in the second half, the Mavericks once double-teamed Sprewell and even used Josh Howard to defend the Madman.

But the madman who has seen big scenes is still fearless, and with an extremely confident heart, he led the team to win the game and defeated the Dallas Mavericks with difficulty.

Although the Timberwolves have crushed the Mavericks in the regular season, the Mavericks are the only team that has double-killed the Timberwolves this season. It is difficult for the two sides to use the record as a measure.

It is also crucial for the Timberwolves to win the Mavericks in the first game of the semifinals, and it may even affect the trend of the series.

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With the Timberwolves going ahead in the semifinals, there is still no movement in another group of matchups in the Western Conference semifinals.

The sun led by steve nash has already eliminated the grizzlies 4:2, one step ahead of the opponent to lock the semi-final spot.

But this round of the Spurs and Clippers series is inextricably linked. Now the Spurs and Clippers are tied at 3:3, and the two sides will compete in the tiebreaker.

The Clippers can drag the Spurs into the tiebreaker, which no one expected before the start of the series. Even Luke didn't expect the Clippers' desire to win to be so strong.

In fact, the Clippers' lineup this season is not bad at all, "Captain" Brand, Corey Maggette, "Old Cat" Mobley, Kaman, Livingston, etc...

并且“船长”布兰德常规赛场均25+10+3+1+2的数据更是达到了巨星水准。

If it weren't for the high level of attention that the Timberwolves brought to Magloire, this year's All-Star will definitely have a place for Brand.

In the first round against the Spurs "Captain" Brand and Duncan started a direct matchup.

What is unbelievable is that Brand's average data not only did not decline, but even had a slight upper hand.

截止到目前场均25.4分10.8篮板4助攻1抢断2.2封盖的数据丝毫不输邓肯，并且高达55.1%的投篮命中率同样令人深思。

As early as the Bulls period, Brand was one of the best power forward players in the league, but it was not until today that fans discovered that Brand's true strength was so strong that he did not lose the slightest bit against Duncan.

It is foreseeable that this year's best team definitely has a position for "Captain" Brand, except that Garnett's position in the best team is unshakable. Brand will be with Duncan, Nowitzki and Rasheed Wallace The three scholars started a fierce contest.

Fans will not be surprised no matter who wins in the end, because these are the ceilings of the active league power forward positions.

In addition, the Clippers No. 20 scorer Corey Maggette averaged 8 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assists and [-] steal per game.

A strong tendon directly smashed the Spurs' front line. With Bruce Bowen being reimbursed for the season and unable to play, no one in the entire Spurs could match the freak Corey Maggette.

Maggette is the player with the thickest thigh circumference in NBA history, which also makes Maggette's inside breakthrough extremely threatening. When the body and technology are integrated, Maggette is really difficult to defend.

The Clippers' counterattack pushed the Spurs to the edge of the cliff. Now the Spurs are only one game away from being hacked, but no matter who wins the last game, the Clippers are the winner of this round of the series.

But the game has reached this point, and Luke really hopes that the Clippers can kill the Spurs in an upset. In this way, Popovich will not only lose face, but the Timberwolves will also reduce a little pressure.

The Clippers can compete with the Spurs on equal terms, mainly because the Spurs are not matched in many positions, and the depth of the lineup can be seen at a glance at this time.

But this fatal problem is not a problem in the eyes of the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves can match all positions of the Clippers, even stronger than the Clippers.

Except for the tricky point of "Captain" Brand, the Timberwolves' defense will make the Clippers realize what despair is.

Once the Clippers meet the Timberwolves in the playoffs, it would be good to guarantee that they will not be swept.

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The second game of the series was still played at the Timberwolves' home court, but the Timberwolves encountered trouble at the beginning of this game.

In order to limit the point of "Madman" Sprewell, Johnson directly used Josh Howard to defend closely throughout the whole process, although this will speed up Howard's physical exertion and reduce Howard's offensive efficiency.

But Sprewell's performance was so explosive that "Little General" Johnson had to take it seriously as a top priority.

And the Mavericks' offensive touch was very hot throughout the game. Once the opportunity came up, the players did not hesitate to shoot.

Obviously, the Mavericks players are very clear in their hearts that once the Mavericks lose again in this game, it will be difficult to comeback and advance with a 0:2 disadvantage.

If the Mavericks want to create a miracle in the semifinals, this game must be won.

With the Mavericks' outside firepower fully opened, the Timberwolves became a little flustered. Although the Timberwolves' defensive ability is the top in history, but throughout history, no team can cover the entire half.

When the Mavericks gave up hitting the ball to the inside and shot more from the outside, the Timberwolves could only selectively defend and try to give full play to the characteristics of mobility.

However, Jason Terry threw seven three-pointers in this game, and Dirk Nowitzki and Stackhouse made a total of 15 three-pointers, which turned the world upside down at the Timberwolves' home court.

At the end of the game, the Mavericks, who had an abnormally accurate outside shot, won the victory and tied the series to 1:1.

Next, the Mavericks will return to the home court to continue to compete with the Timberwolves.

For the Mavericks, this is the key to the series. If the two Mavericks can't play any advantage at home, then the Mavericks will become very passive.

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At the press conference after the game, Luke had a calm expression on his face, and he couldn't see the frustration after losing at all.

"The team didn't play well in this game. There were many rounds that could have been better defended, but the Mavericks got a good shot."

"However, the Mavericks scored 22 three-pointers in this game, setting a record in the history of the playoffs. This feeling makes me feel that losing is not unacceptable."

"No one will put up a defensive action two steps away from the three-point line. The defender will be exhausted and paralyzed after the whole game."

"The Mavericks have a good touch. They won this game, but I firmly believe that the Mavericks can't always feel hot in this series."

"When God chooses not to stand behind the Mavericks, the Timberwolves are still the invincible team." Luke said calmly while sitting on a chair.

　Ask for a monthly ticket, ask for a recommendation ticket, thank you, third child!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)