Chapter 1478 Three Consecutive 50+ Games! Face the Gap, Boy (Part 2)
Durant scored 7 points in the first quarter. According to his scoring average, there is actually no problem. Scoring 7 points in each quarter may be the dream of many players throughout their careers. For Durant, it seems that it is not a problem. That makes sense.
But everything is afraid of comparison. When Zhu Yu, who scored 20 points in a single quarter at Ji Feng, was in front of everyone, it was really hard for you to say that Durant's performance was normal without conscience.
"This section shows the gap between the two scorers." ESPN commented.
In addition to scoring in this quarter, the efficiency of the two is also very different. Ji Feng took 10 shots for 20 points, including 3 of 4 3-pointers in a single quarter, 3 of 3 two-pointers, 5 of 5 free throws, and only missed a single shot. One goal, an amazing shooting percentage, 3 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, and no mistakes.
Durant also took 10 shots in a single quarter, but only made 3 goals, and was 0 of 3 three-pointers that were blocked, 1 of 2 free throws, 3 turnovers, no assists, and only 1 rebound.
In the first quarter, Durant's desire to attack was very strong, including various singles, breakthroughs from the top of the wing, backs from the waist, cuts, cuts, constantly asking for the ball, and the Thunder also supported him enough, and Westbrook did not play alone. I tried my best to make him a ball, but the effect was really terrible.
Moreover, Ji Feng only played 8 minutes in the first quarter, 3 minutes less than Durant. With such an efficiency comparison, it is no wonder that even the Oklahoma media collectively fell silent in the first quarter. That is true. I don’t know what to say.
Moreover, due to Durant's blindness in the first quarter, the Thunder played in a mess, and the efficiency was really not good. The three-pointers were not bold enough. The defensive pressure on the inside increased, the intensity of the double attack increased, blocks were blocked, mistakes were made, and the ball was turned over quickly. On offense, Artest even stayed one step away when defending against Durant, not afraid of being shot from long range, and made endless low-level mistakes.
In just one quarter, the Thunder's tactics were easily resolved under the leadership of Ji Feng.
After the first quarter, the Lakers led 37-18 by nearly 20 points.
Durant seemed very depressed. This was his most frustrating quarter this season. Ji Feng in front of him felt even stronger, like a big mountain, making him breathless. This was the first time this season.
In the second quarter of the game, the Thunder hurriedly adjusted their tactics. Brooks obviously didn't want to surrender just like that, because he knew that this game was highly hyped before the game. If the Thunder lost too badly, it would affect Durant. Rand's image in people's minds.
Although this image has been almost consumed by the "bathgate" that broke out some time ago, Durant on the court is still the trend-chasing boy, the strongest rookie under Ji Feng. They can't just admit defeat!
Durant and Westbrook are still there, Harden replaced the defensive hero Safrosa, and two substitutes were added inside.
Westbrook played more proactively at the beginning. Although he still gave Durant the priority to play the ball, if there is no good opportunity in a short period of time, Westbrook will choose to break through and distribute the ball to the center or outside shooter.
He caught the Lakers off guard in the first attack. Because the defensive attention was all on Durant, Westbrook used his speed to beat Shannon Brown, got inside and succeeded with a one-handed dunk!
Westbrook also made several subsequent attacks by himself. Although some failed to score, the effect was already achieved, which gave the Thunder some hope.
However, Ji Feng quickly cut off the Thunder's hope of a comeback!
After 4 minutes of play, Ji Feng came on as a substitute. At this time, Westbrook was playing happily, and Ji Feng immediately gave a stunning performance.
Ji Feng came back and still played the No. 3 position. Westbrook had already hit the top. After calling the pick-and-roll, he rushed directly in. It has to be said that Westbrook's breakthrough is becoming unsolvable. His physical fitness is really amazing.
But there is no truly unsolvable breakthrough, and the biggest problem with Westbrook's breakthrough is that it is too direct, with almost no change of direction, and he just relies on his body to rush forward. This gives Ji Feng a chance!
Ji Feng directly chose to predict his position. Under Westbrook's confused eyes, Ji Feng rushed out from the wing and slapped the basketball on the backboard!
"Oh! Big hat! Westbrook was finished by Ji Feng in the first round!" Yu Jia shouted.
But it wasn't over yet. After landing, Ji Feng jumped to catch the ball, and then hit the ball to Farmar. Farmar quickly moved forward. Durant chased back wildly, but Ji Feng stood up directly. He strode to catch up with the team.
Farmar passed back, and Ji Feng caught the ball and dodged Durant's steal. After jumping up, he folded twice in the air and dunked the ball in!
One offense and one defense completely ignited Staples!
"MVP! MVP! MVP!" Crazy fans roared MVP, and the Thunder's momentum was extinguished again.
After that, Durant finally got the ball. He chose to pick and roll in the low post and turned his back to Ji Feng. Ji Feng made it impossible for him to turn around and break through. Durant simply leaned back with great difficulty, and the basketball miraculously hit the board into the frame!
"Roar~!" Durant roared. He succeeded in singles against Ji Feng for the first time in this game.
But he may have regretted it immediately.
Ji Feng caught the ball with his back. This scene made many people not expect that because of Durant's height, it is not a good choice to play him with his back when playing alone.
But Ji Feng proved with his actions that skills can make up for the lack of height. After continuous probing steps, Durant was finally shaken away. Ji Feng leaned back directly. Although Durant tried his best, the ball still hit the target.
At the same time, Durant was called for a foul for tapping his wrist, and responded with a 2+1. It was so tough!
Durant came back to his senses and wanted to repeat his old tricks, but luck did not favor him this time. Bynum got the iron basketball, and Bynum directly threw it to Ji Feng. Ji Feng dribbled under his crotch and almost knocked Durant through. Crotch, but turned around and humiliated Durant again, a chasing three-pointer!
"With five points in a row, the point difference has been widened to 25 points. Ji Feng is too strong! He beat Durant!" Hearn roared from the sidelines.
"At least tonight, Ji Feng and Durant are not players of the same level." Barkley's murderous act made Durant fans heartbroken.
But that's the fact. Driven by Ji Feng, the Lakers defeated the Thunder with three shots, five points and two. At the end of the half, the Lakers already led 67-37 by 30 points.
Ji Feng scored 38 points in the half, almost achieving the miracle of scoring more than 20 points in two consecutive quarters, while Durant only had 11 points and was completely suppressed.
The halftime break has become the most enjoyable time for all Lakers fans. The singing and dancing Lakers fans have easily added the number of wins to 25.
The Lakers did not disappoint the fans who supported them. In the third quarter, the big devil Ji Feng shined again. He completely shattered the Thunder with two consecutive dunks. Then Staples started raining three-pointers again. Ji Feng, Law Marr hit 3 points successively, and the point difference once expanded to 45 points.
Ji Feng's score finally rose to 50 points with 6 minutes left in the third quarter. Ji Feng used a free throw to allow Ji Feng to score 50 points in three consecutive games!
After entering garbage time, the Thunder finally narrowed the point difference to about 30 points. At the end of the game, the Lakers defeated the Thunder 123-100 and won three consecutive victories!