Basketball Fanatic: Genius Is on the Left

"The Knicks' physical fitness may restrict their development in the fourth quarter." Kenny Smith said worriedly during the break between the third and fourth quarters.

Although 8 points is not a score that cannot be chased, it is obviously not the Knicks' biggest problem. The Knicks' biggest problem is physical strength. Because this game was very anxious, D'Antoni did not make a large-scale rotation for victory. Only 8 people played in the game. Originally, he hoped that the game would be taken away by a wave in the third quarter, but he didn't expect that he was almost taken away by a wave of others.

Although relying on Zuo Li, Curry, Randolph and others to maintain the point difference and not be completely opened, the longer it drags on, the worse it will be for the Knicks.

This is the inevitable problem of a long-term winning streak. The Warriors blew themselves up like this back then, and the Knicks inevitably encounter it now.

In fact, many fans have said that if you can't do it, you will lose. It's enough anyway, but obviously, the Knicks can't do it on purpose.

According to Zuo Li's interview: "Since you are on the court, you need to be responsible to the fans. Fans don't buy tickets to watch you release water, and this is also irresponsible for your career."

Moreover, most fans are still very interested in the Knicks winning streak. Now, whether it is local TV stations in the United States, newspapers and magazines, or the media in China and other places, the most important thing in basketball news is the news of the Knicks winning streak. .

Even many sports programs will analyze the Knicks' schedule to see how many games the Knicks can win.

Chinese fans have also found the feeling of the Rockets' 22-game winning streak. There are people everywhere discussing the Knicks' winning streak in major middle schools, high schools, universities, and even companies. The biggest post on Baidu Forum has even received more than 150,000 responses.

With this kind of enthusiasm and such expectations, how could the Knicks lose if they say they lose, or let it go if they say they are?

Even if the Knicks agree, the league doesn't agree!

So the Knicks will still take every game seriously, and now the Knicks lose is a possibility, that is, to the limit, and definitely not by themselves.

And now, many people feel that this limit seems to appear tonight.

In the fourth quarter, in order to chase points, D'Antoni switched to a three-shooter lineup like Randolph, Danny Green, Belinelli, and Curry.

However, on the first goal, Zuoli scored a three-pointer for Danny Green and it hit hard.

Not only did he strike the iron, but the bounced basketball also allowed Rondo to seize the opportunity to complete the fast break. Curry's efforts to catch up didn't work, he was still too thin.

With 10 points, the difference between the two teams has reached a critical point.

"Defense defense!! Lock it up! Don't give them a chance, let them shoot, they can't do it!" Rivers stood on the sidelines and clapped his hands vigorously. He had already seen the hope of winning this game.

The Celtics players who were also inspired by the victory once again completed a successful defense. Zuo Li did not get the ball, Curry was forced to the bottom corner, and Danny Green could only beat the ball one meter in front of the three-point line. thrown out.

Bang!

"Rondo is fighting back again!"

Accompanied by the excited roar of the on-site commentator and the cheers of the fans in the audience, Rondo completed the layup again.

12 points difference!

The Knicks were stopped.

On the bench, the atmosphere was a little dignified, the inside line was locked, the outside line could not be opened, and the situation was extremely critical.

Zuo Li naturally couldn't watch the team lose like this, so he took the initiative to stand up and carry the team like in previous crisis moments.

"Sean, you go up and help Zuo Li take on some defense. Remember, don't give Pierce a chance to shoot. He is very accurate tonight."

It was determined that Zuo Li was responsible for the offense, and D'Antoni placed Shane Battier on defense, but he did not expect that this substitution would become a second move to change the situation.

Battier didn't play much tonight. D'Antoni often sent young shooters tonight to increase athletic ability, increase shooting points, and let Battier rest.

But now, Shane had to be ordered in danger.

Shane naturally knew what he had to do, and he played his part in the first round.

The Knicks missed a shot, and Zuoli missed a mid-range shot in a pinch. However, Shane stuck the rebound under the basket, and the second attack!

Crucial rebound!

Zuo Li took a long circle around the court. Shane held the ball and waited for Zuo Li to make space. However, the moment Zuo Li got the basketball, he saw two or three Celtic players pounce on Zuo Li. !

Apparently they also knew who the last section was aimed at.

Not only did the three people follow, but the other two players were also ready to respond at any time, and the whole team stood guard on the left.

This time, the Celtics really wanted to kill Zuo Li.

But at this moment, Zuo Li saw Battier at a glance, who had just covered himself and bounced beyond the three-point line, so Zuo Li jumped up with all his strength and threw the basketball to Battier.

Shane is capable of three points!

Battier is also a big heart when he catches the ball at the bottom corner, he just throws it when he catches it!

Swish!

Throw in!

"Beautiful! Shane, scored the Knicks' first three-pointer in the fourth quarter!" Yu Jia punched.

"It's too crucial, this ball is a big heart for Shane, he can still play with 9 points, and if he doesn't enter this game, he will be gone," said Zhang Gui.

"Good shot! Just throw it like this!" Zuo Li also knew the criticality of the shot, so he rushed up and slammed into Shane Battier's shoulder.

Then, Zuoli defended and blocked Pierce's ball. Shane played a big role in this ball. He slowed Pierce's breakthrough speed and gave Zuoli time to get to the correct defensive position!

Curry caught the ball fast break caused Rondo to foul, Knicks sideball!

This time, Zuo Li took the initiative to find Shane in the pick-and-roll. Pierce did not dare to follow Zuo Li. Zuo Li singled out Garnett and scored with the ball!

7 points!

This time it was Rivers' turn to call a timeout.

The camera was aimed at Shane who was celebrating with his teammates. After he played, the Knicks attacked directly!

"This is also the Knicks' surprise soldier! It's too crucial!" Director Zhang was full of praise for Shane.

And this is not all of Shane's performance tonight. After the timeout, Shane's flash of inspiration caused Pierce to commit an offensive foul!

Pierce, who was not convinced, complained to the referee. If it wasn't for his teammates and this was the home court, a T would definitely be indispensable.

However, this offensive foul still cost the Celtics, Curry and Zuoli went down the pick and roll... Zuoli did not give it, but gave it to the bottom corner Shane!

Let's go!

Hand up and down!

Pierce watched Shane make another three-pointer!

There are only 4 points left!

The situation changed so quickly that it was obviously out of Rivers' control. He hurriedly replaced Davis and Garnett.

This substitution had a certain effect, but the Knicks still tied the score in the first 2 minutes of halftime through consecutive points from left standing!

At this point, the Celtics have the ball, however, they underestimated Battier again!

The serve was too casual, Shane seized the opportunity and took a leap to break the ball! !

"Here!" Zuo Li hurriedly rushed in and bent over to receive Shane's pass!

At this time, Davis killed, Zuo Li estimated to stop, a time difference!

"Beep!!"

Bang!

Dunk, make a foul!

2+1!