masters-orleans Chapter 382 Attacking the Battle
Chapter 382 Attacking the Battle
Chapter 382 Attacking the Battle
The Sonics rested for a whole week, and the first round of the NBA playoffs was completely over.
In the end, the Mavericks became their opponent.
The Timberwolves are very good, but after losing the battle of Tianwangshan, they were completely defeated.
Garnett even pulled his hips a little in the sixth game and failed to save the team.
He blindly shot from the outside, and he didn't dare to hit the inside in the face of Nowitzki, which is really disappointing.
The results of the other two series were also announced.
The Spurs defeated the Trail Blazers with a 4:3 advantage, and the game was quite difficult.
Duncan played well, but on the Blazers side, Rasheed Wallace is still at the peak.
As for the Spurs, no one can help Duncan.
In the last set of matchups, the Lakers defeated the Kings, and they only won by a narrow margin, with a total score of 4:3.
In this round of the series, they played very well, the mechanism singles of the OK combination, and the perfect team of Princeton.
It's a pity that after the game, everyone's eyes were attracted by another topic.
In Game 20, the Lakers won consecutive free throws and beat the Kings with more than [-] free throw opportunities.
In the seventh game, it was still a critical moment that gave the Lakers a chance.
Robert Hawley completes the lore.
There was no suspense in this lore shot, but the previous penalty was clearly a profit for the Lakers.
After all, they were already out, and the Kings also went all out, directly accusing the referee of protecting the Lakers.
It can be said that this game is full of controversy.
It's just that the supersonic speed at this time doesn't have time to care about these things.
Because at this time, the Mavericks have come to Seattle.
On May 5, the second round of the NBA playoffs kicked off.
Without any suspense, the Sonics rested for a week to wait for work and easily won the victory.
The Mavericks were also very helpless. They had only had a day off after fighting the Timberwolves for six games, and their physical strength had not yet recovered.
The Mavericks also wanted to play a dozen early in the game.
However, as the score continued to be opened, it was the state of the Mavericks, and they could not see their return for a long time.
Old Nelson would not be very decisive and gave up the game.
In doing so, it can not only give the Mavericks enough rest time, but also put a smoke bomb.
In the end, relying on the supersonic 5 players to score in double figures, they won the game easily.
112:98
I have to say that the game against the Mavericks was great, no matter what, the score will not be too low.
Players enter the stadium to watch the ball, not just to watch the offense.
Otherwise, how could there be such a thing, the offense wins the box office, and the defense wins the championship.
On May 5, the second round of the playoffs continued.
And the day before, a big thing happened in the NBA.
After entering the playoffs, the NBA's major awards have also announced the regular season awards.
Especially yesterday, the most important awards of the NBA regular season were announced, and the dust settled on the ownership of the best player in the regular season.
Who is the best this season?
Perhaps after learning the previous lessons, the NBA has done a very good job of keeping secrets this season.
In the past, various NBA awards, especially those with high attention.
The NBA has not been officially announced yet, and the major media are the first to expose it.
As a result, when the NBA was officially announced, the media's attention had already been discounted.
So this time, NBA officials made special preparations.
Prior to this, the major media naturally reported frantically, predicting who would be the MVP.
This is also the official intention of the NBA, not to let people know who it is, but to let people guess.
Of course, the main reason for the formation of such suspense is that this year's MVP ownership is very controversial.
The first one, of course, is Kidd.
For two consecutive seasons, under the leadership of Kidd, the Nets have undergone earth-shaking changes.
If this season, the Nets can go one step further, in fact, he has a high probability of winning the MVP.
It's a pity that the Nets don't live up to it!
Keith Van Horn was traded away, but the returned Mutombo suffered from injuries.
The end result is that the Nets' record is less than 50 wins.
In addition, Garnett also received a lot of support with his excellent personal data.
Regardless of the average record of the Timberwolves, the problem is that Garnett's data is good enough.
An average of 23+13+6 per game, this kind of data can really grasp points, rebounds, and organizational offense.
Westbrook can win the MVP with a winning percentage of over [-]%, why can't Garnett?
Anyway, they are all data brushes.
In addition, Kobe is also very competitive.
O'Neal is dead this year, but the Lakers are still a strong contender for the playoffs.
Then Kobe is naturally a strong candidate for MVP.
It's just that, although these people's ages are very likely, they are still a bit short.
Because, the entire NBA knows that they can't win the MVP, because there are more suitable people.
The first is naturally Duncan.
"A power forward in NBA history!"
"The pinnacle of leading a team alone, the best candidate for MVP."
"Who's the MVP? Tim Duncan is the better one."
……
Since the regular season MVP voting began, the major media began to frantically build momentum for him.
Among them, the media in San Antonio are naturally making efforts, and there are also media people who really appreciate Duncan.
But more importantly because of Wang Hao!
As the first foreign MVP in NBA history, he is also the double MVP of the regular season and playoffs.
It is impossible to say that the American media does not care.
Especially last year, the U.S. team crashed in the international arena and was severely beaten in the face.
There are still many people in the NBA who don't want to see Wang Hao win the MVP, or even the championship.
Of course, this is just the opinion of some people.
As for NBA officials, the NBA under David Stern's management should not end in person.
Otherwise, it is impossible for James to only win two championships before David Stern retires.
Of course, this is definitely not because of how David Stern treats Wang Hao. As a foreigner, he is destined not to be treated like James.
David Stern is just maintaining the fairness of the NBA, at least on the surface.
In the midst of much anticipation, David Stern appeared on the TV screen, still looking like a cheerful little old man.
With the appearance of David Stern, a burst of flash lights lit up around, and countless media have long been looking forward to it.
Without delay, David Stern opened the card in his hand and spoke into the microphone.
"I believe everyone has been looking forward to it for a long time. In the 2002-2003 season, the winner of the regular season MVP is... Wang Hao, from the Seattle Supersonics."
Wang Hao in front of the TV clenched his fists the moment he heard his name.
In this regard, countless media feel disappointed, but some people feel that they deserve it.
In any case, the Sonics are the regular season champions.
And Wang Hao's performance is absolutely beyond doubt, he is currently the best in the NBA.
Of course, he is still far from the real NBA No.1.
"Welcome our MVP!"
"My king, congratulations!"
"Nice job, Wang, I knew you could."
……
Compared with doubts from other places, when Wang Hao appeared in the key arena, everyone gave him the greatest support.
From the Sonics players, to the reporters in Seattle, and the Sonics fans.
"MVP, MVP..."
The moment Wang Hao stepped into the key arena, the loud shouts roared and gradually became unified.
Even he had to stand up and wave to the fans.
To be honest, Wang Hao has always known one thing, the NBA is just a business.
Even the fans who seem to love him to death now, if one day he doesn't give up, maybe they will only stand by the team.
But at this time, he still had a feeling that maybe he could stay here forever.
Sure enough, people have feelings.
The game has not yet started, because Wang Hao won the original picture of the MVP of the regular season, the Supersonics are full of fighting spirit.
The energy shown by the Mavericks is also very strong. After all, not everyone can teach the MVP a lesson.
Like the last game, the Mavericks still sent out the starting guard combination of Steve Nash and Lagabel.
It has to be said that old Nelson's vision is really accurate.
Because the Mavericks advocate an offensive system, Lagabel doesn't get many opportunities in the Mavericks.
In fact, although he is a good defender today, he has not yet reached the point where he can become famous.
But on the critical stage of the playoffs, the head coach Nelson really dared to use him.
With his defense to limit Wang Hao.
Old Nelson naturally knew that it was impossible for Lagabel to completely guard against Wang Hao, but it must be effective.
In fact, it is true.
During the last game, Lagabel kept pestering Wang Hao, which made Wang Hao very uncomfortable.
This guy's actions were not very clean, but he didn't intentionally hurt anyone, but it was just annoying.
The other three starters are Michael Finley and Nowitzki as strikers, and Liv Lavrentz as center.
It's just that, on the Mavericks' bench, there is still a Nick Van Exel.
Nick Van Exel averaged 15.8 points and 5.5 assists per game against the Timberwolves.
He's the third-leading scorer in the Mavericks' offense.
Moreover, in the playoffs, as an experienced veteran, he will definitely get more opportunities.
The Sonics lineup is the same old one.
PJ Brown and Lewis partnered inside, Michael Reed and Wang Hao, and Gary Payton on the outside.
Lewis defending Nowitzki may be a problem.
But it doesn't matter, Reggie Simmons is still sitting on the bench, and even Wang Hao can defend Nowitzki.
"Di!"
With the whistle of the referee, the game began.
PJ Brown overpowered Lavlenz and grabbed the ball. Wang Hao held it firmly and handed it to Gary Payton.
Gary Payton organized the offense from outside the three-point line. He first gave the ball to Wang Hao, and Wang Hao handed it to Rashad Lewis.
Rashard Lewis supported at the high post, looking for opportunities.
However, he quickly handed the ball to Gary Payton. There is no way, he does not have the strength to support high positions.
Rashard Lewis' high position support is more of a fulcrum to transfer the ball.
Michael Reid circled from the baseline to 45 degrees outside the three-point line to catch the ball, and at this time, Wang Hao had already reached the low post.
Without any hesitation, Michael Reid gave the ball to Wang Hao.
Lagabel's defense is very troublesome, and he can't get rid of it like candy.
In the last game, Wang Hao only scored 22 points, which was his lowest score in the playoffs.
The media in Dallas was blowing wildly, saying that Lagabel was Wang Hao's terminator.
In fact, just before the game, some reporters asked this question.
"Wang, Lagabel is known as the King's Terminator, what do you want to say?"
"Wang Hao smiled, this is really an interesting nickname, I think many people are interested in it.
I know that many people in the league are staring at this nickname. If Lagabert wants it, he has to see if those people agree with it? "
Wang Hao smiled, instead of answering the question directly, he took a joking way.
However, he didn't care about it in the slightest.
Anyone can kill him at will, so how can this game be played?Didn't he just send people to end?
In the last game, it was purely because the probability of winning was high, so he simply put it aside.
Usually in order to win, he needs to occupy a lot of shots.
With the victory already sealed, he is completely willing to give up the opportunity to his opponent.
In the last game, he did only score 22 points, but he still had 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Why not talk about this?
Knowing that the media deliberately caused trouble, Wang Hao was still a little upset.
Coincidentally, Paul Westphal also seemed to have discovered this and made corresponding arrangements.
If the Mavericks dare to arrange for Lagabel to defend Wang Hao alone, then you are welcome to let Wang Hao play.
Unexpectedly, at the beginning of the game, the Mavericks really did this and chose to believe in Lagabel's single defense.
That being the case, Wang Hao didn't intend to be polite.
From the characteristics of Lagabel, the speed is not slow, there is no lack of confrontation, and the reaction is extremely fast.
These characteristics are really aimed at Wang Hao's off-ball running and face-to-face attack, and Lagabel can fully keep up.
But the problem is, Wang Hao's methods are more than these.
In the original time and space, Lagabell also mixed up the title of Kobe Terminator.
Of course, it's not just because of the chokehold. In fact, Lagabel's defense against Kobe is really good.
It's just that, at that time, Kobe still played face-up, and Lagabell could keep up.
But now, Wang Hao directly played with his back.
Whether in terms of height or strength, Lagabel is at an absolute disadvantage.
Lagabel is indeed very hard to play, but his physical disadvantages cannot be completely avoided with an attitude.
Using physical confrontation to completely suppress Lagabel, Wang Hao took a step forward and shot directly after receiving the ball.
Lagabel didn't even interfere effectively, just reluctantly extended his hand.
The basketball hit the basket steadily, and Wang Hao opened the scoring.
2:0
The Mavericks are attacking, but Wang Hao's defense is really not polite at all.
He simply let go of Lagabel directly, and was ready to double-team at any time with a distance of two steps.
Nowitzki wanted the ball to play alone, and Nash originally planned to pass the ball.
But looking up, Wang Hao is far closer to Nowitzki than to Lagabel.
No, are you defending Nowitzki or Lagabel?What are you doing?
Lagabel is considered to be a relatively early group of 3D players in the NBA, but that refers to the later.
As the three-pointer became more and more popular, and the Suns' tactics also loved the three-pointer, Lagabel just practiced it.
Today's Lagabel averages less than one three-pointer per game, so there is no need to worry about the threat of a three-pointer.
Of course, this has something to do with Lagabel's less playing time.
Nash didn't dare to pass the ball directly, but gave the ball to Michael Finley on the wing.
Not only that, he also took the initiative to pick and roll Nowitzki, Nowitzki bypassed the defender and asked for the ball again.
Michael Finley made an immediate pass, and Nowitzki got the ball near the free throw line, again on a single.
Facing Rashad Lewis, he decisively chose to make a shot and hit 2 points steadily.
2:2
PJ Brown served the baseline ball at the first time, and Gary Payton quickly advanced, and came to halftime in three or two steps.
Until this time, Nash stepped forward to block.
Gary Payton didn't delay, and directly scored the ball to the side, and it was Wang Hao who responded.
Outside the three-point line, his holding the ball instantly attracted the attention of the Mavericks, but he chose to pass the ball again.
Because Michael Reid was running wildly all the way, he was already within the three-second zone at this time.
There are few opportunities to dunk on weekdays, so this is not an opportunity to miss.
The ultimate fast break, in less than 7 seconds, the Supersonics have succeeded in attacking again.
I have to say that the Mavericks' defense is really a bit hip.
It's just that they don't play defense, they just attack.
Looking back, Nowitzki tried singles again, but still easily scored the ball.
4:4
The Sonics have been trying to find a way to switch offense and defense, and the Mavericks have also shown super offensive strength.
Especially in Nowitzki's singles, he scored consecutively. Seeing this situation, the supersonic speed changed first.
Paul Westphal waved his hand and started double-teaming directly.
Facing the double-teaming of the Supersonics, the Mavericks were also prepared. Nowitzki did not play hard, but chose to pass the ball.
He passed the ball to Nash, and Nash organized the offense.
At this time, Michael Finley, as the team's second offensive point, has more room to play.
Not only that, Nowitzki also took the initiative to play a pick-and-roll with Nash. Nash is very keen on the timing of the pick-and-roll pass.
Michael Finley scored a layup and Nowitzki made a three-pointer.
9:15
The Mavericks' initiative to change really hit a small climax.
I have to say that giving up without a chance in the last game did not dampen the confidence of the Mavericks.
On the contrary, they are better prepared, which makes them more calm when facing the supersonic speed.
Especially now, the Mavericks are in pretty good shape.
This is equivalent to the Warriors team in the future, and it is the Warriors team with four family slaves.
Not only that, but also when the feel is in good condition.
Today, the situation facing the Sonics is like this. The Mavericks are in a brave state, no matter how they play.
The supersonic defense seems to have completely lost its effect.
In this case, they can only fall into an offensive battle with the opponent and fight against the Mavericks.
To be honest, in the entire NBA, it is estimated that few teams have confidence.
It's just that this doesn't include the Supersonics. Facing the strength of the Mavericks, the Supersonics are not bad either.
It is also a quick transition without stopping the ball. Gary Payton holds the ball outside the three-point line, looking for opportunities.
And at the last moment, Wang Hao, who was still entangled by Lagabel, suddenly accelerated and got rid of the defense all at once.
Gary Payton reacted quickly and gave the ball directly to Wang Hao.
Nowitzki undertakes a heavier offensive task, and the inside defense is actually on Lavlenz.
Seeing Wang Hao go straight to the inside, Lavlenz already knew that it was dangerous.
However, in the face of Wang Hao who was about to hit the basket, he still stood for a day without hesitation.
It's just that when he was defending, he probably was too afraid of Wang Hao, and his movements were obviously overwhelming.
Sure enough, the referee's whistle sounded.
Putting his whole body on Lavlenz and being pressed down by him again, Wang Hao has completely lost his focus.
In the nick of time, he instinctively threw the ball towards the basket.
At this time, it is necessary to maintain balance in the air. The test is a core strength and shooting touch.
And Wang Hao is very good in these two aspects.
"Shh!"
The basketball spun around the rim before falling into the rim.
Standing above the free throw line, Wang Hao steadily made an extra free throw and made a wonderful three-pointer.
Looking back, Michael Finley missed a long-range shot, which was a rare miss.
In the Supersonic offense, Wang Hao attracted double-teams, and after continuous conduction, Lewis hit a three-pointer.
15:15
Although the Mavericks' offense was not weak, the Supersonics were not bad either. In the blink of an eye, the point difference was evened out again.
For this game, the Sonics also prepared a lot.
As soon as the game started, the two teams played brilliantly and scored consecutively, which made the fans very enjoyable to watch.
The rhythm of today's game has been set from the very beginning, and that is a confrontational battle.
Of course, the premise is that the Mavericks can maintain this offensive efficiency and completely ignore the Sonics' defense.
(End of this chapter)