NBA's strongest prince

Chapter 109
When Russell came off the game, the team had already led by 10 points.

He was very excited, because he found that it was really useful to play more simulated games. This time he passed the ball more easily, and his judgment of timing was extremely accurate.

The game becomes a lot easier when the reactions of both teammates and opponents are known.

In terms of substitute players, both sides are equally divided.

At the beginning of the season, it must be that the Grizzlies' bench players are stronger. Players such as Bunch Wells, Swift, Cardinal, Posey, and Watson are more experienced and have certain offensive power.

But after one season, the Suns' bench lineup has also become stronger. Varejao and Martin have been raised. With Barbosa and Horry, who is experienced in the playoffs, the Suns' rotation lineup is not bad for opponents.

After Stoudemire left the field, the Grizzlies put their defensive attention on the perimeter, and the pace of the game was successfully slowed down by them.

But they still didn't take advantage of it. The Grizzlies' bench lineup had good physical fitness, but it was a pity that they were far less smart than Varejao, and Varejao got a few easy basket opportunities.

With the score lagging behind and the pressure of the playoffs, the Grizzlies' main players also played relatively tight after playing.

Miller's three-pointer was paid special attention by the sun, and they could only rely on white chocolate and Gasol's singles to solve the problem for a long time.

The Grizzlies' offensive style of play in the regular season is still relatively team-based, but in the playoffs, when the defensive intensity improves, the pressure on the players is also greater. This kind of team offense is difficult to play, and star players are often needed to drive.

For Williams and Gasol, it is still more difficult.

In the second quarter, the two teams were evenly divided, and the Suns still took the lead into the intermission.

"You played very well, you are all great." D'Antoni is very satisfied with the current situation.

Players don't have stage fright, and if they can show their strength, they can defeat their opponents.

Of course, Stoudemire was a bit difficult, and D'Antoni quickly sent chicken soup.

The Suns had an advantage in the first half, and they didn't need to make any adjustments in the second half, but the Grizzlies were racking their brains to consider how to improve some offensive efficiency.

And, it has to be without sacrificing defense, which is going to be very difficult.

Their idea is to let everyone participate, share the ball more, and make bold shots.

For Stoudemire's defense, they still don't want to relax, because this is one of their few bright spots in the first half.

In the third quarter, the Grizzlies did not start smoothly, and the speed of the two insiders was at a disadvantage in the second half.

Coach Fratello was not stubborn either, and quickly made adjustments to allow the team to add an outside scoring point.

In this case, the Grizzlies have only slightly kept up with the speed of the Suns, and the ball is running more smoothly on the offensive end.

In fact, the Grizzlies' double inside tactics are really average, because their partner Gasol's White's attack power is average, and he also compressed Gasol's space on it.

The two inside lines are only useful on the defensive end, and they are only defensive in positional warfare.

If the Suns seize the opportunity to switch offense and defense, the two insiders will actually slow down the team's return to defense.

Regarding this point, the Grizzlies are also very entangled, because they will not have a rebounding advantage without an insider.

In the end, the Grizzlies reluctantly chose a lineup of one big and four small to attack the Suns.

Why helpless, if you continue to double inside, the score gap will widen, and it is very likely that the game will become garbage time.

However, if the Grizzlies confront the sun, they are completely unsure. Maybe they can only quench their thirst for a while, but it is a cup of deadly poison.

Fratello was also struggling, but he still chose to compromise, because he didn't want the first game of the playoffs to be ugly. Maybe there would be a miracle. The Grizzlies have many players who can play.

However, as time passed, he understood that the team's opportunities were getting less and less.

They don't have any advantage at all inside. They can only stop Stoudemire from starting, but they don't do well in other aspects. Even the big men on the Suns bench can score at the basket. The Grizzlies' defense is problematic.

The offense is better, but not to the point where we can chase points.

The Grizzlies let go of the bench and increased their three-pointers.

It's a pity that this is not the way they are good at, and the three-point shooting rate is very average.

The advantage of the substitute players was not reflected at all in this game.

But the Suns are really good. Although Barbosa's performance is mediocre, the performance of the two rookies is not bad.

In addition, Horry was miraculously accurate in the playoffs.

Russell won this one for the playoffs, and now it seems that this signing is worth it.

When those young people have not fully grown up, Horry's penalty team needs it.

In the final quarter, the Grizzlies had no choice but to take a gamble as the Suns were firmly ahead.

Therefore, their core player Gasol did not get too many opportunities and became a false attack point to attract defensive attention.

With the Suns' high-speed offense and defense and continuous outside shots, the score feels more and more exciting.

But looking at the score, you can tell that the Grizzlies can't shorten the gap by even one point.

"Russell's playoff debut was brilliant, almost 20 assists."

"Russell is synonymous with amazing this season. In the playoffs, we can see that he has become more mature after a whole season of training. His passing is always unexpected, but he rarely makes mistakes. He He's an amazing player."

"The Grizzlies have now fully entered the rhythm of the Suns, and there is not much suspense in this game."

On the playing field, Russell threw the ball without looking at others, and Marion on the other side caught the ball and completed a dunk.

The audience cheered loudly, the game was already at the last moment, and the Grizzlies had no chance.

Because it was the first game of the playoffs, D'Antoni did not replace the starter, and the Grizzlies are still working hard.

Williams, who was playing against Russell, was a little bit agitated. He also played Russell a few times this time, but compared to the initial matchup, the young man in front of him has matured too much, and his status in the league is completely different. .

He is still an excellent first position, but Russell is already an All-Star who can control the game.

As the referee's whistle sounded and the dust settled in the first playoff game between the Suns and the Grizzlies, Williams also had a brief exchange with Russell.

The strength gap between the two teams is relatively large, and the players can accept the outcome of the game without any complaints.

It's just that Russell is a little regretful. He still missed 20 assists in his first playoff appearance.

But this is also good, the first show has no fly in the ointment, the key is to leave more good luck to the end.

The championship, the sun has taken the first step.

It's a good start, and no one is confused, which will make the road behind them go more smoothly.

So, let the cheers continue!
(End of this chapter)