super heavy artillery

Chapter 444 Superior Skills

In basketball, the situation always changes very fast.The head coaches of the two sides used the players on the field as chess pieces to fight secretly.This kind of excitement is not inferior to the game on the court at all.

"Donovan really deserves to be the two-time NCAA champion coach! He really has something in his hand. Who would have thought that he would use An Luo as a bait to focus on Westbrook! You know, in the regular season, including before In the series, Westbrook rarely stood up and scored."

"It's more than that. In the third quarter of the game, the entire Thunder's perimeter offense dropped a lot. An Luo, including Paul George, who had performed very well before, became good guys on the court. The most important thing is The Pelicans didn’t dare to let any one go. With the involvement, Westbrook and Adams’ opportunities came out. In fact, this also reflects a weakness of the Pelicans, and the defensive transition is not very good. They have players who can defend, but The connection between each other is not tacit enough. The overall defensive system is still a little weak."

"The defense is also doing very well. After the Thunder's defensive strategy was adjusted, the shortcomings of Rondo's three-point shooting were magnified by Donovan. In fact, in previous games, some teams targeted Rondo like this. But To do this in the playoffs, I have to say that Donovan is really courageous."

"Now it's up to Gentry how to deal with it. The Thunder made it clear that they cut off Rondo's pass and let the opposing players with outstanding scoring ability do their own thing. If there is no good solution to this problem, the Pelicans will continue to It is very difficult to play the games. This is almost a fatal shortcoming. It can be seen from the third quarter that without Rondo's organization, the role of Davis and Mirotic will be greatly reduced."

After the third quarter, the Thunder breathed a sigh of relief.However, Donovan's expression was still a little dignified.In fact, he had already decided to use this tactic to target the opponent before the series with the Pelicans started.But he didn't intend to play like that in Game [-].This can be regarded as a hole card!Naturally, you have to hide until the most critical moment.I just didn't expect that the Pelicans directly came to a general, forcing his carefully formulated tactics to be exposed in advance.Next, let's see how Gentry resolves it.He believes that the opponent can find a solution to the problem, but not this game.

Westbrook looked excited off the bench.He played well in the third quarter.Both scoring and assists are correct.It's so fun to make trouble under the basket with Adams.Of course, more importantly, the situation of the game has changed, and the Thunder has the upper hand.If there are no accidents, this will be another victory.Although their goal is the championship, he is still very excited to witness the victories one after another.

An Luo and Paul George also looked relaxed.Although the two of them did not participate too much in the offensive end in the previous quarter, everything they do on the field is worthwhile for victory.

The Pelicans' bench looked a little dull.Davis, with the best statistics, played very aggrieved in the third quarter.Although he also scored 8 points, but most of them were hard hits after he grabbed the rebound.The opponent will be airtight against the two guards who will pass the ball to him most. It is difficult for Davis to get some help from Rondo and Holiday.

Rondo leaned next to Gentry, took the opponent's tactical board and began to draw tactics.I am afraid that in this league, only a head coach like Gentry can make him exert all his abilities.However, from the situation where Gentry shook his head repeatedly, it can be seen that they are now encountering a problem.

"beep~"

As the referee's whistle sounded, the last quarter of the game began!

The Thunder took the lead in attacking.Westbrook advances with the ball.He's fast, dribbling around Adams to the paint as he nears the three-point line.Davis followed Adams to a high position, but the moment Westbrook walked in, he immediately let go of Adams and chased Westbrook to the basket.With Davis's height and wingspan, coupled with his excellent jumping, Westbrook directly gave up his plan for a layup.Although there is no Pelican player in front of him to defend.

The ball was distributed to Adams at the top of the arc, but he didn't hit it.Rondo's defense made him quite uncomfortable, and the hand behind the referee kept attacking his waist.This guy has a lot of tricks!Holding the basketball high, Adams turned around vigorously, his buttocks slightly raised, and then bent down to squeeze the opponent away.At this time, An Luo and Paul George ran from outside the three-point line on both sides.Adams handed the ball to An Luo, who took the ball and continued to the right, using Adams' screen to get rid of Holiday.Immediately, Rondo, who had switched defenses, was blocked by Paul George, and An Luo pulled it up, aiming at Moore with a three-pointer.

Compared with the third quarter, the Thunder did not make any adjustments.On the Pelicans side, Davis began to pull his position out a bit.That could strengthen his connection with Rondo and Holiday on the perimeter.This small tweak worked out pretty well.With Davis' height, Rondo passed the ball with a slightly higher arc.After receiving the ball, Davis turned around and hit Adams with his back. His strength was great, but Adams was not bad either.The two seven-foot men fought together and came to the free throw line.Davis twitched his shoulder, then turned, and shot a fadeaway jumper.

Davis, who was born as a defender, has quite comprehensive skills.In the game, he can often complete the offense like a small player.

Davis' situation has eased a lot.The performance of the Pelicans in the last quarter was not as at a loss as in the previous quarter, but this style of play requires Davis to attack from a position close to the three-point line.Physical exertion is great.Holiday is still entangled with An Luo, and cannot give Davis much help.Mirotic has also struggled under the care of Robertson and Paul George.The whole situation has not changed much.

The Thunder did not play their aggressive offensive rhythm.But it has maintained a lead of about 10 points.

The fourth quarter of the game between the two sides became relatively peaceful.Davis became the lone hero on the court.The Thunder focused their defense on Holiday, Mirotic and Rondo, allowing Davis and Adams to wrestle and score.He was completely stripped out of the Pelicans system, and the whole scene looked like Davis playing the Thunder alone and five players.

In the end, the Thunder worked hard at home and defeated the Pelicans, taking the lead in winning the series.

(End of this chapter)