The Godfather of Basketball

Taking history as a mirror means that you can use history as a mirror, find history and similar places in the mirror, and find out the solution to the problem.

Two years ago, Tang Tian ran the old Spurs in the series with an infinite air-cut method.

This is history, and it is history of success.

Now the Spurs lineup has been strengthened, and the tactical system has been enriched. Even after Popovich's promotion to 2.0, he finally has a way to deal with the Rockets' infinite hand-cut tactics.

But one thing will not change.

The Spurs are getting older.

Bowen 38, Finley 36, McDyess 35, Duncan 33, and Ginobili 32. The old players in this rotation are almost out of reach.

Can't kill you, can I still run away?

Tang Tian called directly to prepare Thibodeau for an interim coaching meeting.

Overnight, he opened a few minutes before Moseet, and he couldn't wait.

On May 11, US time, the fourth game between the Spurs and Rockets is about to continue in San Antonio.

At this time, the games of the other three teams in the East and West also went into heat.

The Celtics and the Eagles played another 2 to 1. The two teams looked at the situation and went to the tiebreaker.

The Cavaliers are 1 to 2 behind the Magic. In the playoffs, the Cavaliers' archer group is far less stable than the Magic and the situation is at stake.

Even the Lakers lost a game after Anthony slashed 46 points, and the big score was chased 1 to 2.

The four teams in the regular season were expected to be arrogant, and the scene of easily reaching the regional finals did not appear. This is all a tug of war.

As the first Rockets and Spurs to play, it became particularly noticeable at this time.

The AT @ T Center Arena was so popular that night that fans rushed into the Arena with a mad look.

It can be seen from the pictures taken by the media before the match that their faces are full of smiles.

Although behind 1-2, the Spurs have found a way to deal with the Rockets 'tactics. The next series is the moment for the Spurs' performance.

"We'll be counter-attacks this time, won't we?"

During the random interview, the fans were confident.

Two years ago, the Spurs were overturned by the Rockets 2-0. Feng Shui took turns. This time it was their turn!

The opening ceremony before the game, although the situation was simple, when Duncan was introduced to the field, the scene was full of cheers.

The wildness of Duncan's game made everyone understand that the 33-year-old power forward is not old!

After the opening ceremony, the two teams were also released.

The Spurs maintained the lineup of the previous game, which is still Duncan's main band and four small. The last game has proved that Duncan is not old, and he can still play one man and one city on the defensive end.

What surprised the fans, however, was that the Rockets' roster had changed.

The perimeter is still Billups and McGrady, and the center is still Yao Ming, but the front line has become Battier and Artest.

This lineup seems to have known each other, Popovich was also thoughtful after watching it.

"beep!"

With the whistle of the referee, the game officially started.

Duncan was strong and strong, and won Yao Ming, giving the team an opportunity to lead the offense.

The scene was majestic.

Parker held the ball to the frontcourt, and Duncan had pressed Artest to a low position at this time.

The veterans of more than ten years made the most correct choice without even reminding.

Parker was also attentive, directing his teammates to open the space, and after taking the ball in, Billups was also taken away, leaving Duncan ample singles space.

Artest slammed his defense, but still couldn't resist, Duncan turned to the basket.

Yao Ming reached out to assist the defense at this time, and Duncan fought short after the confrontation.

"boom!"

The ball bounced into the box.

Duncan scored twice and scored!

The Rockets attacked and Billups held the ball to the frontcourt. Instead of giving the ball an infinite air cut to Yao Ming, he directly signaled Yao Ming to improve his position.

At the same time as Yao Ming improved, McGrady, Shane Battier and Artest also cooperated with each other to find space.

After dismantling, Billups gave the ball to Tracy McGrady. Tracy McGrady caught Fenley and made a three-pointer.

"Oh!"

The ball hit the net and McGrady felt good.

Duncan was still in the low post as the Spurs attacked. This time he hurried to Yao Ming and turned to the long hook.

"boom!"

Basketball also rebounded with the rebound!

"Stone Buddha" stable one.

Whistles and cheers rose one after another.

Although I don't know what Tang Tian wants to do with this lineup adjustment, it is easier and easier for Duncan to play Artest as a small forward after removing Yi Jianlian.

"Keep the rhythm." But Tang Tian didn't seem to be in a hurry, just reminded the players on the sidelines.

Billups took the ball to the front court and turned to McGrady for treatment.

McGrady greeted Yao Ming for a pick-and-roll, and after opening it, gave it to Billups in the bottom corner, who shot three-pointers.

"boom!"

The ball missed three points, Duncan carried Yao Ming to grab the defensive rebound.

However, the Rockets' retreating speed is very fast, four people except Yao Ming have already retired back to halftime.

Popovich then turned to look at Tang Tian.

Obviously, this is intentional.

When Tang Tian saw the old man look at himself, he still smiled humblely.

Duncan was down, Artest chose to go around at this time, and Parker tried to give it a few times.

Duncan also responded quickly, pulling directly from low to high to make a pick-and-roll for Parker.

Parker scored back to Duncan, who shot two points high.

Billups was very experienced, and Duncan straightened his hands when he shot.

"boom!"

The ball was shot a bit short, and Yao Ming took the rebound.

At the moment Yao Ming received the rebound, the Rockets made a fast break in the fourth line.

Yao Ming threw the ball to Artest, who gave it to McGrady.

Almost instantly, the Rockets had pushed the ball through halftime.

So fast!

The Spurs were somewhat unresponsive. McGrady held the ball over Parker's defense and went straight for a layup.

The entire offense took less than 4 seconds for the Rockets!

Popovich closed his pupils.

He knows what Tang Tian has to do with this lineup.

Speed ​​up, this is speeding up!

While serving, he took Pakla aside and whispered to him.

The Spurs' offense advanced to halftime, and Parker no longer handed the ball to Duncan, but instead reached out to signal the tactics.

After realizing Tang Tian's intention, Popovich let Parker forcibly slow down the rhythm.

Duncan made a pick-and-roll for Finley. Finley turned back and made a pick-and-roll for Ginobili. After the split, the two ran to the two corners from left to right.

Parker shakes the ball to the right corner and Ginobili is already in place.

"Snapped!"

At the moment of passing the ball, Battier shot from the oblique side and broke the ball!

This small lineup of the Rockets has a very fast rotation on the defensive end.

Shane Battier turned just after the ball was intercepted, and Billups, Tracy McGrady and Artest had another three-line fast break.

He gave it to Billups. Billups went to Artest before throwing it to Artest. Artest pressed Parker to make the ball.

This attack didn't even take 3 seconds!

There was a restlessness at the scene, and many people even looked up at the scoreboard.

In less than 2 minutes, the Rockets have scored 7 points!