Chapter 888 Covering Position

The Lakers' score was not low. Kobe and Dayao's touch was quite good. Especially Dayao's efficiency in the high post was amazing. He made 4 of 7 shots and 3 of 3 free throws, scoring 11 points.

But after the Suns' fast break came out, the efficiency was too high, and the Lakers lost their temper.

Li Ba made 3 of 3 shots in a single quarter and scored 6 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 4 steals and 3 blocks.

7 rebounds, 6 are backcourt rebounds, and only 1 is an offensive rebound. This is completely opposite to playing against the Heat and Mavericks.

But it's not that he lost control of offensive rebounds, it's that the Suns played too many fast breaks, were too efficient, and had no offensive rebounds at all.

Moreover, he is basically responsible for quick starts on the offensive end, and he really has no chance to grab any rebounds.

The breaking of the blocking tactic allowed Li Ba to regain control of the backcourt rebounds and prevented the Lakers from making several secondary attacks. This was also one of the important reasons why the Lakers fell behind.

In the second quarter, Li Ba still scored again.

If the Suns strive to win this game, he must go all out.

As soon as he plays, the Lakers must let Duncan and Dayao play, otherwise the Lakers' situation will collapse in the second quarter.

Artest and Kobe all played in the second quarter, coupled with Luke Walton and Vujacic, the Lakers played most of the main force.

On the Suns side, except for Li Ba, they are all substitutes.

David Lee is the main attacker in the interior, with Tony Allen at the third position, Kevin Martin at the second position, and Payton at the first position.

On the defensive end, Tony Allen switched to guard Kobe, and the effect was very good.

But looking back, Kobe Bryant defended Martin, and he also prevented him from making 1 of 7 shots in the second quarter.

Generally speaking, the Lakers had a slight advantage in the second quarter, but the Suns relied on Li Ba's rebounding and defense to stabilize the situation, allowing the Lakers to regain only 5 points and hold on to most of their advantages in the first quarter.

64:55, the Suns lead by 9 points.

Li Ba only played two secondary offenses in the second quarter, making 1 free throw and scoring 5 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, 3 steals, 4 blocks and 1 turnover.

At halftime, he scored 11 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assists, 7 steals, 7 blocks and 1 turnover, a 5*5 score.

As soon as the half ended, Barkley excitedly shouted: "Let's start the second half quickly. I'm looking forward to the birth of the third five-double."

"Although the Lakers played too passively, they were really strong and the score was not completely widened. But this also gave the Hammers a chance to score a five-double. The Lakers should be careful tonight." Kenny Smith said.

In the CCTV live broadcast, Zhang Liyi shouted: "Except for the Hammers, the other main players of the Suns will have a physical advantage over the Lakers. This will allow them to continue to maintain strong vitality in the second half and provide a physical foundation for fast break tactics. Let us Looking forward to the birth of the third five-double.”

"Londo should be more energetic and steady when he goes to the layup. I'm worried about the Hammer's assists." Yu Jia yelled.

In the visiting team's locker room, we played well today and the atmosphere was very good.

Tony Allen excitedly shouted to Li Ba: "Boss, get a five-double on top of the Big Three of the Lakers. This will definitely be the most valuable five-double."

Li Ba laughed and said, "I'm going to hit five pairs tonight, and I'll give you one million as a reward. What gifts do you want?"

"Oh! I want ten iPhones. My family and many brothers also want them."

"I want ten of them too."

"Me too, that phone is so cool."

Everyone roared excitedly.

"No problem, ten for each person."

The caller had no intention, but the listener had intention. Li Ba was also moved in his heart.

The Apple mobile phone has been on the market for a few days and will be released on the 7th of next month. Judging from the reactions of teammates, this so-called smartphone is still very popular in the market. Should we cover our positions?

He called Gao Yuanyuan and asked, "Yuanyuan, are the mobile phones you got popular?"

"It's quite popular. Hey, do you want to cover your position?"

Gao Yuanyuan reacted quickly and immediately realized what Li Ba meant.

"It's the same here. Just now, all my teammates asked for ten units each. What does this mean?" Li Ba asked.

"It shows that we should immediately seize the last opportunity to make up for our losses. Don't worry, I will mobilize funds now." Gao Yuanyuan said.

The second half begins.

Barkley said: "Although the Lakers have the Big Three, plus stars like Artest and Cassell, no matter what tactics they use, they never attack in the paint, which prevents them from further improving their efficiency.

Then they couldn't control the boards, tipping the situation even further in the Suns' favor.

My suggestion is that both Yao and Duncan go to the low post, and the two big insiders compete with the Hammers for offensive efficiency and rebounding, two on one. I don't think the Hammers will have much advantage. "

Kenny Smith said in surprise: "This is indeed a way. Their three big insiders are working hard, and others can't get in at all. And the Suns have no one to help the Hammers, and it is really possible to change the passive situation."

Barkley said: "The only weakness is that the ball has to be given to Kobe. He is not afraid of double-teaming."

As soon as the two finished speaking, they saw Dayao running to the high post without stopping and heading directly towards the basket.

"Oh, we expected Phil Jackson's tactics." The two shouted excitedly.

When the Lakers attacked, Duncan and Dayao came to the basket together. Kobe was on the three-point line on the right wing. Artest was on the left wing and relied on the baseline. After Cassel passed the center line, he pushed to the left wing without going to the top of the key.

At the basket, after squeezing Dayao, Duncan, and Li Ba, Marion didn't stay at all. After seeing Li Ba giving him a gesture, he immediately ran to Cassel.

"The hammer is one against two, this time Marion double-teams Cassel." Yu Jia shouted.

At this time, Kobe started and suddenly moved towards the top of the arc. After passing Ginobili half a step, he pressed the latter and forced a downward change. While cutting to the wing, he raised his hand to ask for the ball.

On the left wing, Cassel suddenly passed the ball to the weak side, leaving Marion's double team empty.

Under the basket, Li Ba certainly had no chance to help defend Kobe. Duncan and Dayao worked in tandem, making him a sandwich.

However, he still used his strength to break free, took a step up, and moved one step away from the front of the basket.

If Kobe passes in, he has the opportunity to steal or back up Duncan and Dayao.

But Kobe didn't pass the ball. When Ginobili was alone, he was still in front. How could he pass the ball?

He reached the edge of the paint, made a pull-up jumper, and hit one.

64:57, the Lakers are still 7 points behind.

Li Ba immediately picked up the ball and rushed to the baseline, while the rest of the Suns team turned around and rushed down.

"The Suns truly combine run-and-gun and defensive tactics. The offense is as fast as lightning! The defense is airtight!"

Zhang Lili shouted.

But this time it was a mistake. Rondo caught the ball and advanced, and Kobe rushed over. He passed the ball to Ginobili. Kobe reacted quickly, reached out to block it, and just touched the ball, and then he completed a steal.