Chapter 1959 Hand-to-Hand Combat with Real Swords and Guns
"Damn, there's something wrong with this guy Westbrook in this game." On the bench, Kobe wiped his sweat and shook the towel and said to Ji Feng.
In the first quarter, the Lakers implemented their defensive strategy, which was to let Westbrook play in isolation and lock down other Thunder players, especially Durant.
This tactic was effective at the beginning. Although Westbrook was scoring points, the Lakers could still maintain the lead. If the game continued like this, as long as the Lakers suddenly increased their efforts to press Westbrook in the second half, Westbrook would be on top again. Return to the rhythm of the first game, and the Lakers will win easily and happily.
However, after half a quarter, Westbrook suddenly began to change his style of play. He continued to use strong breakthroughs to attract the attention of the Lakers' defense, and then used his passes to drive his teammates.
The most direct beneficiary is Durant. Adu, who was ridiculed in the last game, scored 8 points in a single quarter this time. It can be said that he is in great condition, and blue-collar players such as Perkins and Ibaka have also stepped up their efforts. There were points scored, which also caused the Lakers to panic in the second half of the game, and their defense was a little preoccupied with one thing and the other. In the end, although the Lakers' offense was still smooth, they were suppressed by the Thunder on the field.
Everyone can also see from the score that this is the first time this season in the playoffs that the Lakers have fallen behind by 7 points in the first quarter.
"I think we need to change our tactics. Westbrook played more reasonably tonight. He obviously wanted to use himself to attract our defensive attention and then help his teammates score." Ji Feng took a sip of his drink and said, first Due to the failure of tactics in the quarter, he played the entire quarter, and due to the unsatisfactory situation, his physical strength was greater than before, and he was seizing the time to recover.
And more importantly, although Ji Feng doesn't know what happened to Westbrook, he can be sure of one thing, that is, this tactic is of no use. Once Westbrook becomes reasonable, he will start to take the ball to Durant. points, the scene will be different. The Lakers will not be able to take advantage, but will be led by the Thunder.
The most outrageous thing is that it is difficult for the Lakers to change tactics during the game and can only make some minor repairs. The reason has been mentioned countless times before. In the NBA, the tactics of every game are very complicated drills. Yes, players often start preparations early, expecting to make changes on the spot and produce immediate results. That is definitely a novel that many people read.
Therefore, the Lakers are already at a tactical disadvantage in this game.
"It's unbelievable. Just one game has changed. Is this still the Westbrook I know? He won't be taken over by some guy." Ji Feng still feels incredible in his heart. Westbrook has always been the boss. He The character of the second child, he is definitely a good young man who can do his own thing on the court without causing trouble to others. Not to mention not taking the blame at critical moments. At other times, he is also taking over everything. Not to mention that he only has eyes for the basket. I just want to live with the basket in my arms, that is, Durant's introverted and silent character, if it were Iverson's character, he would have started fighting a long time ago.
It's really incredible that such a guy suddenly changed!
Well, Ji Feng still underestimated the desire of the Thunder players to defeat the Lakers. Naturally, Westbrook will not change easily. If the opponent were to change, Westbrook might have a bad temper with Durant, but this is the Lakers. Westbrook dreamed of climbing over the mountain, so there was such a change.
"Listen, no matter what happens to them, we need to keep our pace, guys, let's play, Ji Feng, you control the ball, we need to score, now change the defense to man-to-man, Fama "Well, you go up and defend Weiss closely. Artest, you go up and defend Durant. Ji Feng takes a rest." Master Jackson quickly made an emergency response. Kobe swayed and took the substitutes to play in the second quarter. Let Ji Feng, who has played the entire quarter, rest fully.
"OK!" Kobe nodded. He was very physically fit. He was very comfortable in maintaining his health this season. It was time to show off something real!
Next door, the Thunder's third youngster returned to the court and had to sigh that youth is good. These guys can play the entire game without taking a break.
As soon as the second quarter started, it was a situation that fans loved to see.
Fighting battle!
Needless to say, Kobe controls the ball. It’s just one word: do it!
As soon as he came on the court, Kobe successfully singled out Sefolosha. He asked for the ball with his back inside, faked a move and then made a turnaround jumper.
A seemingly simple action condenses the most exciting back-up skills in the world. Although Sefolosha is known as a defensive hero at the second position, facing such a back-up, he can only watch the ball and sigh, except praying. Go in and do almost nothing else.
Kobe showed his attitude, and Durant next door also responded. He held the ball at the top of the arc, Artest defended closely, and Durant took a sudden step and immediately stopped and shot a fadeaway jumper.
Two points scored!
Artest also had no choice.
This is where Durant's abnormality lies. His physical fitness and the position he plays determines that whoever he plays is mismatched. His huge wingspan makes it almost difficult to target him at the third position, and he likes to shoot. This made Artest very uncomfortable.
Kobe also competed with Adu. He felt good tonight and scored 7 points in the first quarter, so he continued to hold the ball and beat the defender alone, breaking through and licking the basket to score two more points.
Next door, Durant's shot after receiving the ball also scored...
For a while, Kobe and Durant started a battle. For the first four and a half minutes, the two sides were tied. At this time, Zen Master made a substitution, and Ji Feng replaced Kobe.
No way, Kobe kept holding the ball and attacking for 4 and a half minutes, scoring 8 points, helping the Lakers narrow the point difference to 5 points, but the physical exertion was really too much. The NBA is not without physical monsters. James, for example, is known for his long playing time. He is famous for his style of play, but James's style of play does not mean that he passes every ball by himself. He basically passes everything he can, and he is not active in defense on the court. I won't mention defense with arms akimbo. He understands everything, so that he can keep the court. The average playing time is 45 minutes. If he plays every ball by himself and is still very active in defense, he will be exhausted in the half.
Kobe just played like this for 4 and a half minutes, so he needed to take a rest.
In the entire league, only the super physical monster Ji Feng can play like this, so he is not the MVP, who is.
But it can be done in one game, but the consumption is also huge. In a series like the playoffs, it is definitely impossible to do it in every game. Forcing to play like this will not be good for your career. Look at Tracy McGrady next door. After the closure, he has fallen into decline. Now on the verge of retirement.
But now Ji Feng needs to stand up!
The Thunder gave Ji Feng a powerful blow when they came up. Harden hit a three-pointer to widen the point difference. Ji Feng also encountered a double-team on the offensive end. Ji Feng chose to play hard, pushing his back to force the defense away, and lost the force in the air. Scored the ball with balance and caused Durant's thug to foul!
"Beautiful! Ji Feng responded with his own response, a tough one-on-two resulting in 2+1!" Yu Jia clenched her fists hard. Up to this point in the game, it was a real hand-to-hand combat. Tactics and other things were secondary. Let's see who can withstand it.