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Chapter 232 Fighting the Timberwolves
On December 12, the Suns' training day, D'Antoni stood on the sidelines at the American West Arena, applauding vigorously, indicating that the simulation game will continue.

On the basketball court, the main players and substitute players of the Suns worked hard to deduce the next opponent's tactics, but it was a pity that the opponent's lineup was too strong. Lin Bai, Barbosa and other substitute players could not imitate the Timberwolves at all. Offensive and defensive tactics, which made D'Antoni, who was commanding from the sidelines, very dissatisfied.

"Not surprisingly, the Timberwolves' starting lineup should be point guard Sam Cassell, shooting guard Latrell Sprewell, and small forward Trenton Hassel or Wally Szurby. Yake, power forward Kevin Garnett and center Mark Madsen.

Choose from these 6 players. Except for the small forward position, the other four positions are relatively fixed. It depends on whether the Timberwolves want to attack or defend?If the Timberwolves choose to play with us on offense, they will put All-Star shooter Wally Szczerbiak in the starting lineup.If the Timberwolves are more pragmatic and want to use defense to fight us, then they will put defensive champion Trenton Hassell.

It’s just that we, the Suns, can’t deal with how the Timberwolves choose. The opponent was the No. [-] player in the Western Conference in the regular season last season and a championship-level player who reached the Western Conference Finals in the playoffs. I really want to have a good fight with the Timberwolves. , How much is the weight of the current aggressive Suns team?Can it touch the ceiling of the Western Conference Finals?However, it is still too difficult to simulate the Timberwolves' tactical play with only the team's substitute players! "D'Antoni frowned, and complained to Gentry next to him unwillingly.

Gentry nodded and comforted: "Mike, the regular season has only been played for a month, our Suns don't need to target the opponent, we just need to maintain ourselves.

As long as we remain No. [-] in the Western Conference during the regular season, we will be able to pick our opponents. At that time, we can leave the Timberwolves to the Spurs or the Mavericks.

After all, the Timberwolves' all-star shooter Wally Szczerbiak has returned from injury. With four All-Star players, they are not something that the new Suns team that has not yet adjusted well can deal with.

Therefore, I think it is still about me, and adjusting my state is the top priority.

Simulation game!Even if the Timberwolves are invited to play a real match, they will face a different Timberwolves in the real game. You know, the four All-Stars of the Timberwolves don't know which of them will explode?Who will be depressed? "

"I was too impatient! However, tomorrow night is indeed an opportunity to test my strength. It's a pity that I didn't deal with it properly!" D'Antoni's face returned to calm, but his eyes showed fighting spirit.

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At 2004:12 p.m. on December 3, 9, the game between the Phoenix Suns and the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American West Arena will begin soon.

In the commentary seat, Barkley watched the players of the Suns and Timberwolves warming up, and analyzed: "The current record of the Timberwolves is 9 wins and 5 losses, only ranked fifth in the Western Conference. For the championship team, it is not a very good ranking.

Don't take `The heart of a championship should not be underestimated! 'This sentence is a matter of fact. In the theater where the playoffs are so fierce in the West Station theater, the easier the ranking means the less consumption. The Lakers last season were an example of failure.

However, although the record of the Timberwolves does not match its own strength.However, in fact, its schedule is also a reason. In the new season, it faces too many strong opponents. It faced the Pacers twice, and also played against top teams like the Pistons. The Timberwolves won all the games they should win, but, Lost against the strong teams!
This is the opportunity for the Suns to prove that they have reached the championship level. At present, the Timberwolves have won three consecutive victories and are in a hot state, which is very difficult to deal with! "

Kenny Smith nodded, and then added: "Before the game, the media reporters were optimistic about the [-]-[-] split between the two teams. It is not surprising who wins and who loses. It depends on the state of the stars on both sides? I am more optimistic about the Timberwolves team. Yes, because the Timberwolves are relatively balanced offensively and defensively. Unlike the Suns, they are in a rhythm and attack desperately.

Even if they play well in the regular season, the playoff stage is not far away. Now facing the Timberwolves with championship-level strength, even if they are in a hot state recently and have home court advantage, it is still difficult to beat the Timberwolves! "

Barkley curled his lips and shook his head. He didn't agree with his partner's words, and retorted: "On the contrary! I am more optimistic about the Suns' profit. If the Timberwolves are determined to fight the Suns on defense, the Suns will lose in all likelihood. , and [-] to [-] percent will smash the opponent with powerful offensive firepower.

However, I looked at the starting lineups of both sides. The Timberwolves seem to want to compete with the Suns on offense. They are still at the home court of the Suns and compete with the team with the most offensive firepower in the league. How could the Timberwolves not lose? "

After adjusting the list of starting players, Kenny Smith looked at it, nodded and said: "Indeed, at the small forward position, Timberwolves sent All-Star pitcher Wally Szczerbiak, presumably to try the team. Offensive firepower, not Trenton Hassell, the giant who gave the defensive signal.

Coach Felipe Sanchez's formation in this way is preparing for the future playoff stage, but it adds some uncertain factors to the outcome of this game!It is difficult to judge whether there is a problem with Philip Sanchez's lineup, but this game will be full of suspense. Let us wait and see for this exciting matchup that is about to start! ! "

After the warm-up exercise, the starting lineups of both sides lined up and came to the middle circle of the basketball court, and the game was ready to start with the scrum!
The Suns starting five are very fixed, lined up, followed by point guard Steve Nash, shooting guard Joe Johnson, small forward Quentin Richardson, power forward Sean Marion, center A Marley Stoudemire.

The Timberwolves will start with five main offensive players, point guard Sam Cassell, shooting guard Latrell Sprewell, small forward Wally Szczerbiak, and power forward Kevin Garrett. Nate, center Mark Madsen.

"Beep!!"

With a crisp whistle sounded.

The referee threw the basketball high into the sky!

Garnett VS Stoudemire! !

The two jumped into the sky almost at the same time. Stoudemire's physical fitness is extremely strong, and his jumping ability is outstanding, which is the best in the sky.

However, in the face of more abnormal physical fitness, height and long arms, he can be called Spider-Man, and the sky is his limit. Garnett, who is known to fans for his extremely fast bullet speed and passion and dunks since his debut, Star Demire was nothing compared to Garnett.

Kevin Garnett jumped the ball for the win, flipping the ball into Sam Cassell's hands.

The dribble advances, seeing Latrell Sprewell of "Madman" take a step, accelerate crazily, and hit a quick counterattack.

Can steal one!
Kassel's vision is excellent, and he didn't hesitate in running. Immediately, he pushed the basketball out of his hand and sent a long pass without looking at anyone.

Relying on his age, Joe Johnson actually wants to compete with Sprewell in explosive power?

The result is ashamed!
Almost 34 years old, Sprewell actually completed the overtaking of Joe Johnson.

With a swipe of his right hand, he snatched the basketball and started his best fast break.

Three steps and two steps, one step at the free throw line, pull the ball up, push your feet under the basket, step up and take off, hold the basketball with both hands, and pull it behind your head.

With both arms, he slammed the basketball hard into the basket.

With a bang, there was an explosion, a tomahawk-style slam dunk in the air! !

2 to 0! !
As soon as the Timberwolves started, the madman Sprewell succeeded in a sneak attack. He scored two points with his two-handed tomahawk-style dunk, giving the Suns a big blow...

(End of this chapter)