Chapter 1759: Fight without Bloodshed, Use Military Strategy to Attack
After only one miss, the Lakers took the opportunity to overtake the score. Tonight, the Lakers' shooting percentage has been very good, and the scoring is very scattered. Not only JK, Gasol and Bynum also performed very well, but people before All eyes were attracted to Westbrook.
Westbrook is indeed very eye-catching. Although he did not score this goal, he already scored 30 points in less than three quarters. He led the game in scoring and his shooting percentage was not bad. He made 11 of 19 shots and 2 of 3-pointers. 1. He made 7 of 9 free throws, looking like a superstar.
For comparison, Durant only took 8 shots tonight, hitting 5 goals, 1 of 1 three-pointers, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 13 points. In fact, the shooting percentage is better than Westbrook, but the number of shots is too few. , so it’s not outstanding.
It's no wonder that many fans and commentators have now put the blame on Fisher. Whether it is from the data or the scene, Westbrook's performance is inseparable from Fisher.
"I don't even know what use Fisher is on the court. Is it a foul? He still has two chances." Barkley didn't give any face.
Smith felt that Zen Master was too conservative in employing people: "Derek is undoubtedly the contributor to the two three consecutive championships. His experience and ability at critical moments are still worthy of trust, but I have to admit that he was born in 1974 and is already 37 years old. At 23 years old, his physical fitness is not enough to support him against the impact of Russell, who is only 23 years old."
"Should Zen Master have used Shannon Brown or Black earlier?"
Smith believes that if Shannon Brown could be used earlier, the Lakers' current advantage should be greater, at least Westbrook would not be able to play so smoothly.
If Ji Feng could hear Kenny Smith's words, he would definitely smile.
Playing Xiang Nong early can of course limit Westbrook to a certain extent, but the effect is definitely limited. The most important thing is that even if Xiang Nong's explosion is used to guard Westbrook, it will not affect anything. After all, the core of the Thunder is still Duran. Tweeden is not the future Westbrook. If he can't play well, he won't play. He can be a support for Durant with peace of mind, but if Westbrook can play smoothly, it will be different!
"Don't you know the attributes of Westbrook!" Ji Feng felt that they were still too young and had not yet seen the essence of Westbrook!
Westbrook is not a genius, he is a hard-working type. In the past, he had no chance to play at UCLA. In the team, he was also the type who served tea and water and was bullied. To put it bluntly, high school basketball at that time Everyone in the world may know Shannon Brown, but not many people know who Westbrook is.
But relying on his paranoid and unwilling to admit defeat character, Westbrook studied hard and practiced hard, and completed his transformation in several summers. Brooks chose him because he was optimistic about his character.
But he is a bit like the former general Arenas. His personality has always been a double-edged sword. After a year or two of contact, Ji Feng already knows Westbrook's personality. On the court, he is definitely a big heart worth relying on. player, but sometimes, being overly paranoid is equivalent to being overly conceited, especially when he plays well, he is more likely to be swayed by his emotions!
"First let Lao Yu show off his flaws to make Westbrook happy, and then let Xiang Nong go up and defend with all his strength, provoke him, make him uncomfortable no matter what, just to let him keep the ball in his hands!" Before the game, coach Ji Feng went online and spoke to the whole team.
Zen Master agreed, and there was no reason to disagree. Ji Feng's grasp of the hearts of the people on the court was enough to become a coach. Analysis of players' personalities was a required course for coaches. He felt that Ji Feng could retire and take over his job.
So there was the previous scene, where the young Westbrook walked step by step into the trap set for him by the Lakers.
At this time, the scene cut back to the court. The Thunder, which had only lost by 2 points, was not worried. Westbrook patted his chest and promised to leave everything to me. Then he turned to challenge Shannon Brown and told him to continue fighting for 300 points if he had the ability. Round and round.
Shannon Brown did not respond. Instead, he admired Ji Feng in his heart: "It's really amazing. Ji Feng can even guess that Westbrook will definitely challenge him. How can you still win?"
So Xiang Nong kept up his efforts and tried his best to fight with Westbrook. The camera was frequently focused on the two of them. Durant, Ji Feng and others suddenly became supporting actors on the court.
I saw Westbrook making a strong charge with the ball, Shannon Brown sacrificed his life to block the eye-catching, the two collided, the referee called a foul, Westbrook hit someone with the ball!
The Lakers served and Shannon made one of two free throws.
Then Westbrook made a strong investment...
Ji Feng assisted Kobe and made a three-pointer.
And when Westbrook finally scored his 35th point of the game with a breakthrough in the third quarter, the Lakers had quietly launched a wave of 16-6 attacks, widening the point difference to double digits in one fell swoop.
At the end of the third quarter, the Lakers already led 76-63 by 13 points.
"SHIT!" Westbrook sat on the court and cursed to express his dissatisfaction. He also scored 9 points in this quarter, but used 11 shots.
"Russell, we need to be more efficient. Do you understand? We need to pass more passes to Durant!" Brooks said. He actually saw that the third quarter was played like this entirely because Westbrook was out of touch with others and fell into He has changed the rhythm of singles, but he can't say it clearly. For a player who scored 35 points and 6 rebounds in three quarters, you can't say anything as a coach.
And Durant is even more depressed. He has only taken 13 shots tonight, hit 8 goals, and has not yet scored 20 points. This makes him very unhappy, but he also has nothing to do. He is not the kind to criticize his teammates in person. character.
And Harden, who scored 6 points, can't say anything. He is still a younger brother among the three young men...
The Lakers were in a completely relaxed state. This game raised Ji Feng's status in their hearts to another level. This was simply amazing. Apart from the point guard being tired, the rest of the game felt... Two words: relaxed!
"Don't be careless, close the game!" Ji Feng said. Up to this point, there is no need to say more. The 13-point advantage is enough for them to win!
In the fourth quarter, Ji Feng showed a strong desire to score as soon as he came on the court. In the three quarters, Ji Feng only scored 18 points, 9 assists and 7 rebounds. However, as soon as the fourth quarter came on, Ji Feng succeeded in consecutive singles against Durant and scored 6 points in a row. Help the Lakers continue to expand their advantages.
As for the Thunder, although Durant shot a three-pointer, Westbrook missed both of his shots. As expected, his touch began to fluctuate. The Lakers strengthened their defense against him and accelerated the pace inside, forcing him to be more hasty. Take action.
This also allowed the Lakers to take advantage of the situation and widen the point difference to 16 points.
Just as he was about to score 20 points, Durant finally couldn't help but hold the ball and go it alone, but for the first time he was knocked into someone with the ball by Ji Feng because he was anxious!
Durant: "..." If there were special effects, Durant's face should be green now!
This ball also ruined the Thunder's momentum of chasing points. Instead, the Lakers took the opportunity to counterattack. Kobe broke through for a layup. Westbrook was anxious to defend the thug and fouled. Kobe caused 2+1, and the point difference was completely irreversible.
"109-92, congratulations to the Lakers, they successfully defeated the Thunder at home and took a 1-0 lead!"