Leading by 21 points in a single quarter, to be honest, the Nuggets did not expect to gain such a big advantage.

All I can say is that the capture of Chandler in the opening scene was really spot on.

In the second quarter, the Hornets realized their shame and played hard, and after knowing that the outside touch was not accurate, they began to attack the inside more.

There were fewer three-point shots and fewer long rebounds. Both sides were more engaged in positioning. The two teams were tied in a single quarter.

At halftime, the Nuggets led 61 to 40.

This point difference should not be a big problem in winning as long as we control the rhythm in the second half.

At halftime, the Nuggets locker room was full of joy.

Compared to last year's playoffs, this year's start is obviously much smoother.

After a while Karl came to the locker room.

He is here to remind the players to stay focused.

"When you go back to the third quarter, don't think about how to maintain the point difference. Just attack and win tonight's game as soon as possible."

Karl's thinking was even more radical than Billups', and he wanted to end the game within three quarters as soon as possible.

"Cough! Cough!"

But just after he finished talking about tactics, Karl couldn't control his body and coughed violently.

It was at this time that Lin Ying noticed that Karl's expression was not very good.

"Anthony, is the coach not in good health?"

Lin Ying couldn't help but ask Old Carter.

Old Carter shook his head. He and Karl had not communicated much recently.

Lin Ying looked confused, but didn't think much about it.

Coming back in the second half, the players on both sides were in high spirits.

The Hornets were mobilized by Scott at halftime and wanted to turn the game back in the second half.

As for the Nuggets, they originally had no intention of showing mercy tonight. Karl even specifically explained that they were naturally prepared to clock out in the third quarter.

Back in the third quarter, the Hornets took the lead.

Paul went in the opposite direction and hit a three-pointer from the outside.

This is the clarion call for counterattack!

But just as the horn sounded, Lin Ying and Billups hit a three-pointer from the outside after picking and rolling.

This goal instantly suppressed the momentum of the Hornets.

Looking back, Paul made a sudden score and Peja got a very good opportunity.

This choice also shows that the Hornets' idea is to use three-pointers to quickly close the point difference.

This idea is correct, and the opportunity is also very good.

Peja adjusted her posture before taking action.

Come on, the legendary historical three-point shooter!

"Dang!"

Blacksmithing!

Peja attempted a three-point shot from the outside for the third time tonight, but still failed to hit!

And the ball bounced directly into Lin Ying's hand.

When Scott saw it, he jumped up from the bench.

"Retreat! Retreat!"

He knew how fast Lin Ying's pass was.

Unfortunately, his shouts could not catch up with Lin Ying's passing speed. This time, Jones received a second-hand pass from Billups and made a layup.

The point difference is widened to 23 points!

Paul continued to control the ball in the frontcourt. He glanced at the score and then at the Nuggets' defensive formation, called West to come up for a pick-and-roll, and then made another beautiful pass to Butler in the bottom corner.

Butler also went 0-for-2 tonight, and he hesitated.

After seeing Anthony being attracted by the ball, he decisively knocked the ball to Peja.

Another great shooting opportunity.

At this time, Paul looked back at Peja who was catching the ball, and he couldn't help praying in his heart.

Brother, score one, you are really the best three-point shooter in history!

The arc of Peja's shot this time was very positive and the intensity was well controlled.

An expert will know if there is one as soon as he takes action.

"when!"

Still nothing!

Senior Joe Harris!

Absolutely amazing!

Tonight's basket put a lid on the Hornets' perimeter!

Paul: Poof!

It's not over yet!

The ball was a long rebound. Paul made accurate judgment and flew to grab the defensive rebound. Before falling, he threw the ball to Peja again.

This time, it’s a completely empty seat!

Paul, who had fallen to the ground, looked at Peja, with a hint of pleading in his eyes.

This is, I really need to beg my grandpa to sue my grandma!

Peja hesitated.

This is also the reason why Lin Ying looked at Curry in a different light before when he was struggling. It was not because of his clairvoyance, but because Curry really dared to shoot no matter what.

The regular season is more important than technique, and the playoffs are more important than psychology!

Finally Peja took action.

It's just that this time the angle is obviously a bit off.

Before the ball even arrived, Lin Ying had already silently felt sorry for Paul.

Sometimes, destiny is really not in your own hands!

"when!"

Peja's third three-point shot of this quarter and fifth three-point shot of the game was still strong!

Numb.

Paul's expression went numb.

I shouldn't be on the court, I should be off the court!

This time the long rebound was obtained by the Nuggets, who launched a defensive counterattack before Paul could get up.

In the 3-on-2 frontcourt, Anthony followed up and received a pass from Lin Ying and scored 2+1!

Anthony made a free throw, and the camera went to Paul on the outside.

Paul's eyes glazed over for a while, then he shook his head helplessly.

What else can he do!

The ball was delivered to the person with the most stable three-point shooting ability on the team, but he couldn't make the shot!

What else could you ask him to do!

"beep!"

Scott found a way for him.

James Posey comes on, replacing Peja!

Posey is the sixth man of this Hornets, and he is a 3D player.

If you can't make a shot in any of the open spots, then try another one!

Anthony also had extra penalties.

69 to 43.

The Nuggets have opened the point difference to 25 points.

If the Hornets can't score yet, it will be really dangerous.
To be continued...