Legend Raiders

Chapter 433
After a seemingly easy halftime break, the Rockets players returned to adjustments one after another.

For them, this game is not as stressful as the Spurs, but no one wants to be part of making history.

When the staff came to call for them, their relaxed appearance also subsided.

Enter the arena.

The fans who went to the toilet to buy drinks and snacks had already sat in their seats.

In fact, their moods are not too different from those of the two teams. They all know that after this game, it may be their last game experience of the season.

What's more, the excitement of this game is definitely more exciting than any other.

Especially the Rockets have not yet played as a weak team, which makes them have more expectations, even strong expectations, hoping that the team can bring the team back to the stage of the finals again after the big dream of them above.

soon.

As the Spurs returned to the arena, everyone knew that there would be a tough battle ahead.

on the commentary.

O'Neal and the others began to discuss the deployment and play of the two teams in the second half.

Some people say that if the Rockets maintain their rhythm and enthusiasm, they will have a half chance of winning the Spurs and making history.

But more talk is about the consistent performance of the Spurs on tough battles.

Often in the second half and the first half, they can really be described as two different people.

The game is finally here.

Joe Crawford said something to the technical table, and then gestured in the direction of the two teams.

The lineups of both sides in the third quarter were no different from their initial lineups.

It's just that the players of the two teams are all a little tired, but no one dares to slack off.

As soon as the game started, the two teams started the confrontation mode.

Whether it is the offensive end or the defensive end, their physical contact is so frequent that they gradually fall into the stage of competing for toughness.

In the first 3 minutes, none of them could score a point, which was completely a collection of physical contact and mistakes.

Simply because the core players of the two teams are not vegetarians, Ginobili took the lead in unsheathing the demon knife and scored three points for the Spurs.

Naturally, Harden here will not let it go. With the support of his teammates, the three-pointer after the classic retreat step into the frame, the two teams suddenly started the offensive battle.

Until the end of the third quarter with more than two minutes left, the Spurs finally surpassed the Rockets by two points with a perfect defense.

Finding that the players were very tired, McHale finally made a quick move, called a timeout immediately, and was about to replace them with their second team.

There is no doubt that this lineup is dominated by Qin Tao.

But when Harden was replaced, McHale sighed helplessly again.

Harden didn't want to get off.

At this juncture, as one of the core of the team, Harden is really responsible and wants to give the team the greatest help.

For his request, McHale wanted to refute but couldn't hold it down. Besides, Qin Tao didn't speak for him, but just patted Harden on the shoulder, and then they both walked to the court.

Watching their backs, McHale's mood was really complicated.

But thinking about their deterrence on the field, then everything will not be a problem.

The game continues.

The Spurs also replaced the strongest lineup here.

The first is Duncan facing Qin Tao.

It can be said that he performed very little in this game, and he has only scored 4 points, 3 rebounds and 1 block until now.

However, his performance on the defensive end is worthy of his current age and state, not to mention that he is facing Qin Tao.

Then there are Ginobili, Parker and Leonard.

There is no doubt about Ginobili's offensive power. He has scored 14 points, 4 assists and 1 steal.

But he really fought hard on the defensive end in this game. At least under his defense, Harden has been suppressed below the average level.

Let's talk about Parker and Leonard.

Parker's performance in this game was somewhat lackluster. His breakthrough seemed to make no noise, and he hasn't performed well so far.

But no one dares to underestimate him since he doesn't seem to be performing well.

After all, the French sports car is not called for nothing, and his persistence on the offensive end cannot be judged.

And finally Leonard.

As Popovich gave him more tasks this season, at this stage, he has quietly stood on the core offensive and defensive points.

Don't say anything else.

In the confrontation between Leonard and Parsons alone, the former completely suppressed the latter.

In this series, Parsons' performance was really mediocre.

And everyone on the Rockets knows what's going on.

Qin Tao in this game, although he will not be able to carry the team on his shoulders alone, but from his strong desire to attack and defend, it can be seen how eager he is for victory.

of course.

The point is to win the game.

The game finally begins.

Parker holds the ball and pushes forward, while the rest of the players remain unhurried.

The Rockets' defense against the Spurs is still fierce.

Driven by Qin Tao and Beverly, Harden was like a hungry wolf and directly entangled Ginobili.

Thus.

The two teams once again fell into a fierce collision and stalemate.

As long as they have any slack, the other party will inevitably make the other party pay the price.

However, this state of affairs did not last long.

With the end of the two rounds of fighting between the two sides, Qin Tao took the lead in opening the blasting mode in the interior.

Attack the inside with a small hook.

Back singles with a small licking basket.

Coupled with mid-range jump shots and small forward breakthroughs, Qin Tao was omnipotent in the last 2 minutes, and he could do whatever he wanted.

At the end of the third quarter, Qin Tao scored eight points alone.

When Qin Tao's side suddenly exploded, the Spurs' defense was difficult, but with the performance of Ginobili and Leonard, they were only two points behind the Rockets.

is this okay?

During the off-court break, not only the Rockets themselves had such doubts, but even the fans in the stands had the same idea.

But nothing could be seen from Qin Tao's expression, which gave off a very peaceful feeling.

Beverly touched his shoulder at this moment: "Brother, what medicine are you selling in this gourd?"

"Just try your best." Qin Tao said with a smile, and then wiped off his sweat.

The other people who heard the answer looked at each other, but no one noticed Harden's expression of frustration.

In the previous games, it can be said that Harden didn't play anything.

But as long as he is on the court, the Spurs dare not let him go. This is a manifestation of his psychological burden.

soon.

With Crawford blowing the whistle, the two sides returned to the field again.

What will he do?
Duncan glanced at Qin Tao, and Popovich frowned slightly off the court.

Qin Tao's performance in this game was really abnormal. If he wanted to kill the Spurs by himself, he would really think too much.

So why would he do it?
The result is obvious, Qin Tao's change has come.

(End of this chapter)