Legend of Tomorrow

The Spurs returned to home and won the third game 113-100, leading the total score 2-1.

Coach Popovich made adjustments to the Warriors' style of play, asking players to guard against three-point shots and defender breakthroughs, and instead focus on mid-range shots. They would rather be killed by their opponents' mid-range shots than let the Warriors shoot away from the three-point line.

The core of the Warriors players are all in their prime, and their overall running distance is a quarter more than that of the Spurs, but their shot selection is a bit simple and they lack experience.

Under the leadership of the GDP combination, the Spurs players' tactical literacy and coordination awareness are better. They have 12% more open shots than the Warriors in this game, which is the key to winning.

Curry was completely lost. He made 7 of 18 shots, 0 of 7 three-pointers, and 2 of 2 free throws. He scored 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists, and his shooting percentage was only 38.9%. Tony Parker made 11 of 17 shots, 2 of 2 three-pointers, 4 of 4 free throws, scored 28 points and 7 assists, and shot 64.7% from the field.

Game 4 continues at the Spurs' home court.

Curry was in the doldrums for two consecutive games, making 5 of 15 shots, 1 of 4 three-pointers, no free throws, and scored 11 points and 10 assists. Parker made 7 of 13 shots, 4 of 4 free throws, and scored 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 8 assists.

It was a surprise that Parker's statistics were better than Curry's, but the Spurs lost, 111 to 114, with a total score of 2 to 2.

Parker is not guarding Curry alone. The key is for the Spurs' wings to constantly double-team outside the three-point line, allowing role players such as Iguodala, Green, and Carroll to take action.

Curry quickly moved the ball after attracting double-teams, and his teammates shot away.

Carroll played 24 minutes, making 6 of 9 shots, 2 of 2 three-pointers, and 2 of 2 free throws, scoring 16 points. In the past, he was a blue-collar player who focused on defense. The Warriors' formation was very open, and Carroll also began to perform on the offensive end.

Redick came out for 25 minutes, making 6 of 9 shots, 4 of 7 three-pointers, 4 of 4 free throws, and scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. He and Curry formed a weakened version of the Splash Brothers combination.

In a parallel world, there are always people who hack Curry and call him System Redick. In fact, running around screens like Redick without the ball is enough to give the opponent's coach a headache.

Six players from the Warriors scored in double figures, and five from the Spurs scored in double figures. They were all playing team basketball, and the stars did not take random shots. The Spurs lost to Curry who was too persistent in double-teaming.

Although Curry's breakthrough ability is not as strong as Guo Xu's, he can imitate Guo Xu's style of play very well. Everyone in the Spurs was eliminated by Guo Xu too many times, including Popovich, who was a little bit embarrassed. When they saw Curry playing this way, they couldn't help but double-team, fearing that something would happen if they didn't double-team.

Game 5 starts at the Warriors’ home court.

The two sides fought for an overtime, and the Warriors had the last laugh, 115 to 111.

The Spurs' top scorer was substitute Boris Diaw. He played 36 minutes, making 8 of 14 shots, 3 of 6 three-pointers, 7 of 10 free throws, and scored 26 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists.

Diaw's high-position support style is very good, he is a flexible and fat man, but his super level performance cannot help the team win a victory. He was able to play 36 minutes mainly because of the Spurs' lineup, and veteran Duncan ran out of energy in the end.

The Warriors players showed their physical advantages. The young Curry played 48 minutes, making 18 of 35 shots, 6 of 14 three-pointers, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 44 points, 4 rebounds, 11 assists and 2 steals. The only drawback was that he had 6 mistakes.

Livingston also performed well, playing 29 minutes off the bench, making 6 of 8 shots and 6 of 6 free throws, scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.

The Spurs let the mid-range shot go, and the Warriors let Livingston and Middleton play more. It is difficult for the opponent to block shots. They are tall and have long arms and a high shooting point, which can easily cause mismatches. The Spurs also had a few open looks when they double-teamed Curry.

Guo Xu was the commentator for this game in Auckland again and enjoyed a wonderful game. He praised Curry a few words when he had the opportunity. In this game, Curry really looked like his successor. He shot very resolutely and scored in the face of people. He soared in the middle and hit a three-pointer two meters outside the three-point line.

This game also laid a fatal hidden danger for the Spurs. The veterans played too much playing time.

In Game 6, Duncan made 6 of 14 shots, 7 of 8 free throws, and scored 19 points, 16 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals. The 38-year-old veteran rebounded more courageously than the young Lopez, but his 42.9% shooting rate was a bit miserable.

Lopez made 8 of 16 shots, 3 of 7 three-pointers, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists. His performance was no worse than Duncan. He almost never entered the penalty area during the game. He occasionally made a cut and mainly caught the ball and shot from the outside, with a good shooting rate.

The Spurs were also inaccurate from the outside, making only 3 of 18 three-pointers in the game. The top three-pointer Danny Green became Tielin, making 1 of 7 shots.

No matter how the Spurs cover, the Warriors are particularly active in switching defenses. They first defend the three-pointer and then control the penalty area, ensuring that one player defends near the penalty area and leaves Split open.

If the Spurs replace Splitter and let Matt Bonner, who can shoot three-pointers, play, the defense will be much worse. Their athletic ability, height and wingspan are not on the same level.

Scola, the Warriors veteran inside player, has rich experience. He can not only fight Duncan alone near the penalty area, but also catch the ball and make mid-range shots on the offensive end. He came off the bench for 17 minutes, made 5 of 6 shots, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 12 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists.

Duncan had a height advantage against Scola, but his mid-range error was directly related to his reduced physical strength.

The Spurs management has done a lot of regretful things. When they traded Scola to the Rockets, they would definitely rank among the top three. Scola's true shooting percentage in the playoffs was only 50.5%, but he was more reliable than Monroe at critical moments.

Monroe needs to hit the basket to perform. Scola's accurate mid-range shot after covering the ball can help his teammates create opportunities. He is more suitable for the Warriors' offensive system.

Previously, Monroe rejected the Warriors' early contract extension. The Warriors offered him an annual salary of tens of millions. He felt it was too little and wanted to test the free market in the summer. Judging from his current performance in the playoffs, it is impossible to get a maximum salary contract.

Monroe is the kind of player who has no special characteristics. He can do everything and is average. He can occasionally show an open shot in the mid-range shot. He takes very few shots and cannot develop special skills. He has average strength in the low post and has no dominance. Monroe is not bad as a role player. If any team gives him a big contract, they will definitely regret it.

In the end, the Warriors defeated the Spurs 108-92 and advanced to the Finals 4-2.

In the Eastern Conference Finals held one day later, the Nets defeated the Cavaliers 4-2 to advance to the Finals.

James averaged 35 points per game in the series. It is not easy for him to lead the team to two victories. Isaiah Thomas is the team's second best player. He averaged 19 points and 6 assists per game in the series. He performed at a super level. His breakthroughs were difficult for the Nets to defend.

The hero of the Nets was the newcomer Nowitzki, who beat Boozer at the 4th position. When he first joined, many people said he wanted to compete for the championship, but it turned out that he was the big brother of the Nets. He averaged 22.3 points per game in the playoffs, shooting 49.4% from the field, 44.3% from three-point range, and 92.9% from the free throw line.

Nowitzki can still draw fouls this season, averaging 5.6 free throws per game. With star teammates as partners in the Nets, he is much more comfortable playing than when he was in the Mavericks. It is difficult for opponents to double-team him, and others cannot leave him open.

How many years has Nowitzki been cheated by the Mavericks? Apart from Jason Terry, there are no reliable teammates on the outside. Ariza and Kidd both joined later. Dampier, who can be let go at will, has cheated Nowitzki for 6 years, and no other team wants to trade him.

Nowitzki, who is now 36 years old, has finally realized what it is like to play calmly in singles. He was a little sad at the press conference, and suddenly felt that he wanted to be loyal to the Mavericks. The goal of one man, one city was too stupid...