The strongest basket king

Chapter 174

Chapter 174

The Thunder took the top spot in the Western Conference this season, but they have been overtaken by the Spurs at this time.

After the Lakers fell into the quagmire, the Thunder obviously took the place of the Lakers and competed with the Spurs in the West.

At the beginning of the season, some people thought that the Thunder's record would fluctuate after losing Harden, but it turns out that Westbrook and Durant are enough to support a strong team.

However, the Thunder's approach is still criticized. The combination that is only one step away from the championship has to be dismantled, which is not friendly to fans and players.

Or this is the difference between the rich and the average team, in addition to money and courage.

It is very difficult for the Nuggets to beat the Thunder, and it is difficult for the Nuggets to limit the Thunder's two points.

On the Thunder side, only Xiang Chu was in trouble, but they had Perkins as their meat shield. If Perkins asked Ibaka to double-team, Xiang Chu could only rely on outside support.

Xiang Chu said before the game: "The reputation of the Devil's home court cannot be underestimated."

It's already March, and the playoffs are getting closer. Xiang Chu really hopes that the team can make two strong teams, so that they won't be afraid in the playoffs.

What is a strong team in the West, they are not worthless.

As expected, the Thunder's main attack point is very clear.

Ty Lawson's remaining advantage is not worth mentioning in front of Westbrook. Westbrook showed his power at the beginning and suppressed Ty Lawson out of breath.

Seeing that the situation was wrong, George Karl quickly replaced Faried with a senior and a junior.

Xiang Chu still has a lot of advantages in the interior, and the best lineup to open up space for him is one big and four small.

After Chandler came up, the Nuggets have become much stronger on the offensive end. His performance in the past few games has shown that his physical condition has been adjusted well, which is a very good thing for the Nuggets.

Chandler is the real sixth man of the Nuggets, and he can provide firepower in the playoffs so that the team can go further.

It's a pity that Gallinari's comeback felt a bit bad, and George Karl quickly adjusted Brewer.

Xiang Chu fought hard, and Perkins, the meat shield, could only consume him desperately.

The strategy of one big and four small is also good. Faried was suppressed by Ibaka, and George Karl's reaction was fast enough, but sometimes doing the right thing may not get the most desired result.

Westbrook scored 15 points in a single quarter to help the Thunder take the lead.

The Nuggets really can't do anything about it, Ty Lawson can't guard against it, and neither can anyone else.

However, Westbrook's outside basket is not stable enough. What they have to do is to maintain their efficiency and wait for the right time.

The opportunity came quickly. When the two sides entered the rotation lineup, Kevin Martin felt bad, and the Nuggets took the opportunity to overtake the score.

No matter how good Westbrook is, it is impossible for him to beat the Nuggets too far behind.

The Thunder's bench lineup is really not strong, and Kevin Martin doesn't feel good, so they can't provide much help.

Moreover, Perkins, the meat shield, has already fouled three times, and Xiang Chu is getting more and more dangerous.

If the meat shield fails, the Thunder can only use offense against offense. In that case, the Nuggets may have an advantage at home. They must limit Xiang Chu, even if the effect is not great, it is good to have an impact.

The bench is not strong, Durant's touch has not been fully raised, and Westbrook did not play so explosively in the second quarter. As a result, the Nuggets led by 9 points at the end of the first half.

The opponent is the Thunder, and it is a good sign that they can get the lead.

Back in the locker room, Xiang Chu couldn't wait to brighten up the atmosphere.

"Some media said that we bully the weak and fear the strong. We will let people see us today. We are not afraid of any team. Brothers, work harder in the second half. We must keep the victory in Denver."

The score is leading, the atmosphere in the locker room is naturally good, and everyone is full of fighting spirit.

A team like the Thunder has both offense and defense. Unlike those big teams, the Nuggets can take the lead, but they can't be proud. They have to play better in the second half, and the opponent can't adjust.

The Thunder can be said to have adjusted, or not adjusted, because it is still Gemini's offense, and the other is the strength of the defense.

When encountering a strong team, players with obvious advantages and disadvantages are at a disadvantage. Ty Lawson didn't even have a chance to make a phone call.

In just 3 minutes, George Karl changed two people in a row. In the entire league, his substitution speed is definitely ranked first. As long as it is not a player he absolutely trusts, he can just press it directly on the bench.

Xiang Chu's offense is too good, otherwise he will be arranged by the head coach.

Things got better with Chandler and Brewer, and the Nuggets began to regain control.

The Thunder's three-pointers are not very good, and the same is true for the restricted three-pointers. Although they are not as good as the Nuggets, they are not good at defending three-pointers.

Chandler seized the opportunity this time, and with Xiang Chu sitting on the inside, he hit a few consecutive goals and returned the score that the Thunder had been chasing before.

At the end of the third quarter, the Nuggets returned 1 point more and led by 10 points.

At this time, Thunder head coach Brooks also became ruthless, no longer caring about the inside defense, and directly pulled out a small lineup for a decisive battle.

They want to speed up and use offense to drag Xiang Chu down.

This is a pure offense. The Nuggets are leading now, but they are not afraid.

But to prevent the opponent's three-pointer from breaking out, there is also to reduce mistakes.

Xiang Chu can crack a small lineup, but first the ball must be in his hands, otherwise his speed will be a drag.

However, before considering Xiang Chu's situation on the court, the Nuggets' rotation lineup also persisted.

At the end of the final quarter, the Nuggets' bench lineup still played well, but Sefolosha suddenly broke out. He blocked two shots on the defensive end and hit a three-pointer on the offensive end. Kevin Martin, who had been sluggish in the front, also hit a three-pointer. Jin's 10-point advantage turned into 2 points in just over two minutes.

The Nuggets quickly paused and replaced Xiang Chu.

Xiang Chu came up and hit, but then the Nuggets were blocked from outside. Westbrook scored 4 points in a row, and the two teams even tied the score.

The Thunder is not an ordinary team. They reached the Finals last season and are a strong team in the Western Conference.

The fans at the scene became nervous, and Olivia clenched her fists while sitting in the auditorium.

The Nuggets' outside line is a little scared at this time, and they are trying to find Xiang Chu.

The Thunder's defense against Xiang Chu is also very tight. They didn't play Perkins, so they paid special attention to the defense of the ball.

In front of the TV and computer, Xiang Chu's fans are worried, but they hope that Xiang Chu can stand up and defeat all opponents.

The ball quickly passed to Iguodala on the side, and then Iguodala hit the ground to Xiang Chu.

When Xiang Chu got the ball, the Thunder immediately double-teamed them. They didn't plan to let Xiang Chu take a shot, it would be better if he made a mistake.

Xiang Chu has encountered similar scenes many times in simulated games.

Using both hands to protect the ball, Xiang Chu calmly passed the ball to the open space outside. Chandler made a three-pointer and made a hit!

(End of this chapter)