Grab Curry at the start

Chapter 146 The Spurs' Fate

"George Hill made another mistake, what happened to the Spurs today?"

"The Spurs didn't take advantage of the Timberwolves' three-guard strategy in this round of the playoffs. Popovich seems to be a bit stubborn at this time. The Timberwolves are different from the Mavericks. The Spurs cannot use the same tactics..."

The Spurs couldn't seize the opportunity in the last few minutes, and their home commentator was about to collapse.

Spurs coach Popovich looked expressionless at this time, but he didn't know what to do in his heart. His on-the-spot command was actually average.

The Spurs have really run out of tricks in this game, and Popovich can only watch now and can't do anything.

Parker made a shot, hit the iron again, and he just missed the shot in the second half.

Not to mention asking him to shoot a three-pointer, even if he is good at the emergency stop for two points, he is a little afraid to make a shot.

The Spurs missed an outside shot, and Duncan was entangled by the Timberwolves' big man and had no chance at all.

At this time, only Ginobili can score for the Spurs, but Ginobili's scoring is not consistent enough, and the game time is not enough.

"Steady, calm, and focus." Zhang Sixin signaled to the players on the sidelines.

Zhang Sixin is the backbone of the players. With a trusted head coach on the sidelines, the Timberwolves players successfully defended against the Spurs' attack with excitement and a little nervousness.

And the last moment did not go well, and the Spurs players were already a little frustrated.

The Timberwolves began to control the time and played steadily.

At the last moment, the Spurs finally scored a three-pointer, but it was too late.

After calling a foul on Curry, the Spurs conceded and the game was over.

The Timberwolves, a group of rookies, actually won the match point 3-0 against the seasoned Spurs in the second round of the playoffs. Fans all over the world were shocked.

After the game, Popovich was in a bad mood and said he had nothing to say when asked by reporters.

On the contrary, the Timberwolves players who got the match point in the away game were very happy.

Mills, who played the role of surprise soldier, said excitedly: "I just do what the coach said, try to play my own characteristics, play aggressive..."

Curry told reporters: "We are trying to improve our shooting every day, and it has worked. Today we entered the offensive state and played the energy we needed. I think our team is full of energy."

Zhang Sixin said: "Facing a very stable team, we achieved a wonderful victory. It has always been very interesting to play against this team. They are a team that can use their brains and have a high basketball IQ. They always hesitate before launching an offense. I think we won the game by defending."

Zhang Sixin is not exactly Versailles. The Timberwolves shot well today, but no one played super performance, only their defense has always been stable.Except for Ginobili, the monster knife, the rest of the Spurs performed mediocre on the offensive end, which shows the problem.

Now that it has reached 3:0, some people will definitely care about whether they will be swept.

Zhang Sixin's answer is still cautious. He is leading a young team. He must not only give the players confidence, but also set a mature example for them.

Of course, in my heart, I definitely hope to sweep away, and I will feel at ease if I win early.

He also said to the players: "The secret to focusing on the game is not to pay attention to any outside news until the end of the series. We must maintain a hungry state. We have been able to get to this point because we dare to fight hard. No matter what time, we can't relax. "

During the playoffs, the players' training was relatively simple.

And Zhang Sixin and the coaching staff are much busier than the regular season.

In the previous games, which tactics were more effective, and how much effect each side's targeting strategies had.

It cannot be simply an impression. They have to repeatedly confirm the game video, get familiar with the details, and then make improvements and adjustments.

The Spurs are also doing similar work, but they can't get around the inside problem.

Duncan is still strong, but he really can't maintain his efficiency all the time. He needs help, so it doesn't matter if Popovich doesn't let him rest.

The Spurs need some luck to win the game, so don't think about reversing the series.

On May 5, the fourth game of the series between the Timberwolves and the Spurs continued at the SBC Center, home of the Spurs.

The two sides continued the starting lineup, and even the state is a bit similar.

Duncan has been very tough on both ends of the offense and defense since he came up, scoring and blocking shots.

When Duncan is physically strong, he is still the top insider in the league.

However, the inside line of the Timberwolves is not as hesitant as playing.

After all, they won the game in the last game. Knowing that Duncan put all his energy into the game at the beginning, he might not last until the end.

Zhang Sixin also ordered that if Duncan exploded at the beginning of this round, they would also take the opportunity to speed up the consumption of their opponents.

The Spurs only have one Duncan, and they showed their cards at the beginning, and they didn't target unless Zhang Sixin was a fool.

Therefore, in addition to more decisive shots from the inside, the Timberwolves' flanks have the opportunity to challenge Duncan.

There must be a price to be paid to challenge Duncan. It is difficult for the Timberwolves to succeed on the flanks. If they are not directly covered, they will also be disturbed.

But it also worked, that is, Duncan fouled faster than the previous game.

Of course, in this case, the Timberwolves have become a backward party.

This speed is more difficult to grasp. If they lag behind a little bit, their strategy is completely courting death.

Fortunately, the Timberwolves' defense is good, and their perimeter restrictions on the Spurs are still relatively good.

Parker and Ginobili did not play at the same time, and the Spurs' main lineup did not hit a three-pointer, so even if the Spurs lead a little, it is within the acceptable range of the Timberwolves.

In order to maintain the physical strength of the players and the three-point threat from the outside, the Timberwolves also took the lead in the rotation.

"As long as there is a problem with Duncan, we will have the advantage." Zhang Sixin said confidently.

Through the previous game, the Timberwolves have deeply realized how much the Spurs rely on Duncan.

Duncan's role on the court can't really be reflected by statistics.

The Timberwolves do not have such a strong player for the time being, and the advantage is that they cannot be targeted so directly.

After adding three points, the Timberwolves opened with three points.

The Spurs also started to rotate, and were forced to a desperate situation. Even Bobo Zhugeweiqi had no new means. The Spurs narrowed the rotation, and only Hill and Bonner were on the bench.

It can also be seen from this rotation that the Spurs really want the outside line to help Duncan open up space.

It is obvious that the Timberwolves must be targeted defensively.

However, Bonner feels good today, and he can indeed hold back a defensive player from the Timberwolves.

In the first quarter, the Spurs still had the advantage.

Zhang Sixin also let Curry and Love rest first, and prepare to work hard during the rotation period.

The turning point of the game must be that after Duncan left the field, Duncan went to rest earlier than before. It was not the Spurs' strategy, but Duncan fouled twice.

The Timberwolves' targeting tactics have worked.

(End of this chapter)