NBA: I am the card dealer

The Protopus Center was already overcrowded, and the fans on both sides were clearly distinguishable. It was easy to tell at a glance who supported the Lakers and who supported the Clippers.

According to common sense, Lakers fans should have an overwhelming advantage. After all, the Purple and Gold Legion is the largest club in the NBA. Their glorious history can capture a large number of followers. However, in recent years, the Lakers have fallen into a bad situation, which has hurt the hearts of many fans.

Looking back at the Clippers, since Paul came to Los Angeles, the Clippers have been in the playoffs every year, and their style of play is good. The reputation of the city of alley-oops is by no means in vain, and the number of fans has naturally increased sharply.

but.

This season, with the joining of Xue Liancheng and the arrival of George, many die-hard Lakers fans have been awakened. However, the first half of the season was so bad that many fans were very sad.

Therefore, there are still many Clippers fans in the attendance of this game, accounting for one-third of the game.

With the dim lights, the DJ introduced the players from both sides like a ghost, and the atmosphere of the game reached its peak in an instant.

In the noisy voice, Wang Defa's name was mentioned many times, and his enthusiasm for greeting the other party's mother never diminished.

Lakers starting lineup: Xue Liancheng, Courtney Lee, George, Randle, Von Lay.

Clippers starting lineup: Paul, JJ Redick, Mbah a Moute, Griffin, DeAndre Jordan.

Both sides basically played with their full lineups, and no important personnel were absent.

As the referee's whistle sounded, the game officially began.

jump ball.

After all, Feng Lai still couldn't jump over Jordan, and the height difference was indeed too big.

In the Clippers' first attack, Paul was more cautious and had no intention of confronting Xue Liancheng. He pushed over and immediately started a pick-and-roll.

The quality of Jordan's pick-and-roll at this stage is still good, and he blocked Xue Liancheng solidly.

Paul broke in smoothly, while Jordan quickly descended from the other side.

Of course, the Lakers couldn't sit still and wait for death. Randall quickly shrank to block Paul's path.

At this time, the Clippers' classic offensive strategy reappeared.

Paul raised his hand directly and threw the ball to the other side of the basket.

Jordan, who was rushing up, took off just in time, pressed Feng Lai and dunked the ball in.

A very classic alley-oop.

As for the essence of this kind of attack, it is not difficult to say it is difficult, but it is not that simple to say it is simple.

First of all, the quality of the pick-and-roll must be good, so that the defender can be completely thrown away.

The second is that Jordan can use his athletic ability to take the lead, and then use his height and wingspan to overwhelmingly catch the ball and dunk.

Because Feng Lai's height is really far different from Jordan's, no matter how high you jump, you can't reach the ball!

And if you play Zubac, Jordan will be able to use his athletic ability to get rid of you immediately.

This creates a result.

Not as fast as him, not as tall as him. This is the main reason why the cooperation between Jordan and Paul is so impeccable.

Another point is that Paul's passing skills are truly superb. A seemingly simple raise of his hand actually contains a lot of things.

Including angles, starting and landing points, as well as the judgment of Jordan's bounce, impact, explosive power, height and wingspan, and the interception probability of the Lakers defender, etc. These things are really purely based on feeling and cannot be practiced overnight.

This is enough to show how excellent Paul's overall view and passing ability are.

of course.

It’s not unsolvable either.

Infinitely switching defenses, or attacking in advance, can break this pick-and-roll cooperation.

second round.

When Paul continued to pick and roll with Jordan, Xue Liancheng simply refused to follow and hugged in front of Jordan, delaying Jordan's move immediately and allowing Feng Lai to follow Paul.

And Feng Lai's height is there, and the coverage area is too large. Paul actually doesn't dare to pick the basket when he rushes in. After all, his height of 183cm is not enough to support Paul to complete the shot.

On the other side, Jordan was still able to move smoothly after being delayed, and at this time, Jordan's height advantage was even more obvious.

But the Lakers changed defense, and George and Xue Liancheng directly switched defenders.

Not only that.

The Lakers' defense is in place at all times. As long as Paul dares to pass the ball, the left and right flanks will immediately attack.

With his body pressed down, it was impossible for Jordan to complete the alley-oop, so after receiving the ball, he could only pause for a moment, but everyone knew about Jordan's movement control skills, so he made a mistake.

The Lakers' fast break push is very crazy.

Randall and Feng Lei fired their bows from left to right, charging like armored vehicles, and there was no way to stop them.

Xue Liancheng was able to directly provide assists when changing and rushing forward, allowing Randall to complete the alley-oop.

In the opening two rounds, both sides conducted a simple test.

Next, start working on the intensity.

Physical strength, confrontational strength, fighting strength.

I won’t let you fight well anyway.

Whether it's breakthrough or screen cooperation, or even your shot, you will never be allowed to shoot from a comfortable point. It is almost a playoff-level confrontation.

This caused the whole place to ring with the clanging sound of iron.

Neither side has a good rhythm, and neither can do anything to defeat the other.

At this time, the quality of the superstar will be tested.

In this regard, Xue Liancheng and George's individual singles abilities are still much better than Griffin and Paul.

But the Clippers' success today is by no means ordinary. Their bench depth and three-point shooting stability are relatively better than those of the Lakers.

End of first quarter.

Both sides fought evenly.

The Lakers only led by 24 point with a slim advantage of 23:1.

The commentator of this game concluded: "This game has the flavor of a playoff battle."

Not only the intensity of the confrontation, but conflicts between Randall and DeAndre Jordan, Von Lay and Griffin almost broke out, and the smell of gunpowder became more and more intense.

Obviously.

Both sides play this game with determination to win.

The commentator chuckled: "Can you not go all out? Look at Rivers' expression, it's really scary."

In the camera, Old Rivers is dancing and giving a speech, with a facial expression that is three points ferocious and five points terrifying. He is undoubtedly urging the players to work hard.

The host also shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Actually, it's not Rivers' fault. Who would have thought that the Lakers would actually turn corruption into something magical, shocking everyone along the way. I also didn't expect that Xue Liancheng said that he would hit the top four. Come on."

Commentator: "So in order to avoid this loud slap in the face, the Clippers have no other choice. They can only win, especially for Rivers, who has no retreat at all."

Commentator: "This shows how terrifying Xue Liancheng's dominance is, but what I want to know more is, if the Clippers are really surpassed by the Lakers, will Rivers keep his promise and resign?"

The host shook his head: "I don't think he knows how. He doesn't even dare to answer this question directly."

The commentator said: "If he can't keep his word, he will lose all his prestige. Even if he stays in Los Angeles, he will become a laughing stock. So as long as Old Rivers is not confused, he should still keep his promise."