Chapter 366: The superstar who changed the defense
The 14-point difference is a small or large one. For the Pacers who still have half-time, it is enough for them to win back the score, provided that they can limit the Warriors' three-pointer that exploded just now, and at the same time, they have to solve their own offense to a certain extent.
George has helped the Pacers defend the last 3 minutes of the first half. You can't expect George to still play such a despicable performance in the second half. The Pacers' offense must have a new style of play. Linson's off-ball screen in the first half was slowly understood by the Warriors. Green is the second best defensive player after all, and the choice of defensive position has never been a problem.
"Okay! Lin, it's time for you to take over the game. In the second half, I hope your offense can hit the inside, the better the inside. I don't want you to shoot three-pointers, I want you to break through the opponent's inside." McMillan said to Lin Sen very seriously. Whether he can play back in the second half depends entirely on Lin Sen's offense.
The deeper the attack, the better! Lin Sen listened very seriously, and had already started to simulate the attack in the second half in his mind. Depending on the situation, McGee played well tonight and was likely to continue to play in the second half to maintain their lineup. Then McGee will use the height of defense in the inside, and Green will also have double-teams outside.
In the third quarter, the Warriors did not play the five small players they used to use the most in the third quarter. They just let Curry, who played the most in the first half, take a break, and then use Iguodala. Although this veteran played the swaying man with a forward guard, it was not difficult to serve as the point guard for a temporary dribble through the half and then hand the ball to Durant.
George dominated his offense in the last few minutes of the first half. In the second half, he began to lead the team's defense again, because in the second half, the core point on the opposite side was very obvious, that is Durant. George only felt uncomfortable in defending Durant, and the defense of this Warriors would be a huge success. After Thompson shone in the last game, he obviously entered a rest period. Now his performance is very average.
Durant did not get rid of George and could only make a strong shot. George's defense on the front line still had pressure on Durant, and his height and wingspan were not inferior. This strong shot failed to hit.
The Pacers' counterattack speed is not fast. The choice of double towers in the lineup makes it difficult for them to fight back. They are landing in positions every round. Lin Sen is the main scorer for the Pacers to fight in positions. When they catch the ball, there is no surprise. The double team on the opposite side comes quickly, and the one they are looking for is Lin Sen.
But Lin Sen was faster. He had known that Green would come to double-team for a long time. He would never wait until the double-team was in place before getting the ball, otherwise he would only be intercepted. Lin Sen turned his back and squeezed McGee to play hard. At this moment, he pushed McGee and took a step and then jumped and made a layup. Green had not even had time to come over.
Lin Sen became serious, McGee couldn't hold on for even three seconds, and Lin Sen scored in an instant, and even the double-teamed person did not come.
"This ball is very smart, with a narrow interior space and not that comfortable passing. If you want to score quickly, don't have so many empty things. Using more things will only make the opponent more prepared on the defensive end." O'Neal likes Lin Sen's strong play. If he can reach a deep position at his peak, he will play hard to avoid double-teams on the opponent at the first time. In the league at that time, there are probably not many defenses that can prevent O'Neal from preventing him from defending. As for Lin Sen, it is purely because the opponent's confrontation is too weak.
In the next round, Lin Sen still needs a deep position. McGee could not stop Lin Sen's position at all. In the past, Lin Sen was more in the horn position and then scored in with his steps. But facing McGee, he was bullying him. Every time he was in the penalty area, he was able to score quickly with Lin Sen's soft touch, let alone continue to play in.
And it just so happens that McGee is such a player. When everything goes well, his attention will be very focused. Not to mention the All-Star level of offense and defense, the level of ordinary starters is definitely good, and his ability to cut is even at the best level in the league.
But once his defense and offense encounter difficulties, he is easily affected. Lin Sen plays more and more easily on the offensive end. When McGee is nervous, he is easily deceived because of an action on the opponent. Lin Sen starts to score in another way after playing twice.
A fake move of a forced attack made McGee retreat repeatedly. The few consecutive attacks made McGee a little afraid of Lin Sen's attack, but this was completely taking advantage of McGee's psychology. While McGee retreated, Lin Sen was also retreating, retreating to a very suitable and comfortable position. Here, Lin Sen easily completed an open shot.
"Push up! Javier is thinking about something, is there any difference between letting Lin shoot and letting Eric shoot? Whether it is the mid-range or three-point line, Lin's shooting percentage is no different from him!" Cole was very anxious. With Lin Sen's mid-range shot this time, the original 14-point lead had already entered the single digits.
There is no big advantage in this score difference. Lin Sen immediately received the ball again. This time the Warriors directly double-teamed three people, but Lin Sen found an opportunity to send out a key pass. The outside players were already ready. Turner hit a vacant three-pointer to complete his first double-digit score in the finals, and now there are still nearly two quarters before the end of the game.
With plenty of time, the score difference narrowed, Durant was seen by George, and he didn't perform well on the offensive end. Curry was not on the court, Thompson was in average, who was looking forward to? Can you still expect the King of Arcs to help them at this time?
Cole shook his head and shook these unrealistic fantasies out of his head. He really looked forward to Green and Lin Sen's fight. It would be better to give up the championship trophy directly, which is more reliable.
Now he saw Lin Sen, it was as if he saw Curry in the second quarter. His own offense was unsolvable, and he led his teammates to change the opponent's overall defense. These things are the role of two superstars, Curry and Lin Sen.
Chapter completed!