plumnovel Chapter 278 Next, give me the ball
Chapter 278 Next, give me the ball
During the inter-section break, the camera showed the benches of both sides.
On the Heat's bench, the atmosphere seemed quite depressing.
Now there are not many points behind, but all Heat players feel inexplicable pressure.
Because they have no way out, even if they are one point behind, they will feel uneasy, let alone seven points behind now.
Worst of all, they failed to limit Howard after adjustments.
High-quality pick-and-rolls are a difficulty that Miami cannot overcome.
Even with the best zone defense, it can't stop the Lakers' terrifying scoring ability.
With Qin Xiao and Kobe's two offensive strengths, it is really difficult for the Heat to defend.
"In this situation, there is only one way to have a chance of turning the situation around."
Coach Spoelstra took a deep breath and said quietly: "We have to attack them hard. Only by using offense instead of defense can we have a chance of survival! Just bet that their scoring cannot be sustained."
There is no way to do this.
Coach Spoelstra has tried his best. He wanted to change the situation through those deployments, but all of them ended in failure.
After Howard's return, the Los Angeles Lakers became almost unsolvable.
This completely exposed the already weak restricted area of the Miami Heat.
Up to now, there is only one way for the two sides to attack each other.
Both James and Wade did not speak, which also expressed their acquiescence.
They couldn't think of any better solution besides fighting to attack.
On the other side, the Lakers are on the bench.
"We're going to keep the momentum going in the first quarter."
"They can't do anything to us. As long as we hold on for three quarters, the final victory will belong to us!"
The tone of Mustache's words was trembling, and he could hardly suppress the excitement in his heart.
Judging from the current situation, if there are no major surprises, the Lakers will have a high probability of winning tonight's game!
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The intermission is over and the second quarter begins.
At the beginning of the second quarter, it was supposed to be the rotation stage, but the Heat still sent all the main players.
Their intention is very clear, they will recklessly fight this game.
The opponent arranged it this way, and the Lakers did the same.
Since you have to fight hard, then stick with me until the end!
After the start of the second quarter, LeBron James' condition recovered.
He first assisted Bosh to hit a mid-range shot, and then scored a layup through a screen.
Qin Xiao, who was facing him, immediately responded with a long-range three-pointer.
The Big Three of the Heat took turns to exert their strength. With their joint efforts, they were inseparable from the Lakers for a while.
The scores on both sides rose alternately, the Lakers were unable to further widen the point difference, and the Heat found it difficult to narrow the score. The point difference always fluctuated around seven points.
This situation continued until the second half of the second quarter. Under continuous high-intensity combat, the physical energy consumption of the main players of both sides was very high.
Especially Kobe and Gasol, they are both veterans who have already passed their thirties, and they are relatively disadvantaged in terms of physical fitness.
In contrast, the Heat's physical condition is slightly better, and the Big Three are relatively younger.
With the decline in physical fitness, the Lakers' offensive efficiency has also been affected to some extent.
Fortunately, Qin Xiao and Howard are still there to support, so it won't fall too much.
With less than 3 minutes left before the end of the first half, the Lakers still held a five-point lead and had the ball in hand.
Kobe played Wade one-on-one on the weak side. He also knew that his physical energy consumption was serious. At this time, the most reasonable way to play was to give the ball to Qin Xiao.
But Wade hit him a ball in the last round, of course Kobe couldn't bear this tone.
As long as he is still playing in the league, it is impossible for Wade to be the first shooting guard.
"Admit it, you are getting old, now I am the number one shooting guard in the league!"
Wade was unequivocal when he spat out trash talk.
He did this for only one purpose, to provoke Kobe and let him go to the top.
Wade is very aware of Kobe's current situation, which involves huge physical exertion and a serious decline in singles efficiency.
Under Wade's repeated provocations, the unbearable Black Mamba decided to teach this rising star a lesson.
Without saying a word, he immediately launched an attack.
I saw Kobe sitting down with his back to his opponent, then suddenly exerting force to push forward.
However, his physical energy consumption is too great, not to mention Wade's confrontation ability is not inferior.
Bryant contradicted several times in a row, but failed to shake Wade.
Out of face, he bit the bullet and wanted to attack.
In the next second, the signature flip-back jumper was cast.
But he didn't jump high, and his backward range was limited.
As an old opponent, Wade knew Kobe too well, and he completely predicted Kobe's actions.
When Bryant made the shot, Wade took a step and jumped with all his might.
"boom…"
There was only a muffled sound, and the basketball flew out backwards.
At the same time, LeBron James flew away, got the basketball, and dunked the ball easily.
Score flashing, 64:61
"Brilliant counter-attack."
"Wade's block was perfect."
"The Miami Heat finally closed the gap to three points."
"It's the first time they've gotten within five points."
"It's really not easy. The main players are doing their best!"
"I don't know if they can continue to maintain this momentum?"
Watching James flying and dunking, Kobe supported his knees with his hands panting.
Sweat kept sliding down his cheeks, and at this moment he felt powerless.
If you are a few years younger, so what if you play the whole game?
"Leave it to me next."
At this time, Qin Xiao's voice reached Kobe's ears.
The corners of Kobe's mouth raised slightly, he didn't speak, but nodded slightly.
He looked at Qin Xiao with trust in his eyes, and he was relieved to hand the team over to this young man.
When the Lakers sent the baseline ball, Kobe took the initiative to call a timeout and asked for a rest. Such a scene is quite rare.
Pau Gasol and Howard were also replaced, leaving Qin Xiao alone.
For the Heat, the Big Three decided to continue playing after a short break.
The Lakers are now on the bench. This is their best opportunity to chase points and must not be missed.
It will be very beneficial to the Heat if they can even out the points difference or even overtake before the end of the first half.
Qin Xiao was holding the ball outside the three-point line. He knew that the team's scoring responsibility would all fall on him.
Although sometimes there will be some surprises on the bench, but you can't always pin your hopes on them.
With a big wave of his hand, Qin Xiao signaled his teammates to pull away, and chose to single out LeBron James one-on-one.
After many games of competition, the two can be regarded as knowing each other and knowing each other.
James was very clear about Qin Xiao's methods.
Every time he was singled out head-on, he didn't dare to take it lightly.
Under the eyes of the four, the fighting spirit suddenly broke out!