Grab Curry at the start

Chapter 288 The Advantages of a Stalemate
During the rotation period, the Heat relied on their stars to maintain their aggressiveness, but the Timberwolves activated their role players.

The role players of the Timberwolves are not particularly good at three-pointers, but under their familiar offensive system, they can definitely pose a threat to powerful opponents.

The Heat did not shake their defense because of this, they still guarded Curry strictly.

Of course, they will definitely pay more attention to the Timberwolves' role players.

The Heat's defensive plan is actually similar to that of the Timberwolves. It is already the finals. They don't need to stay strong. They will go all out or even desperately to win the series.

"Their defensive strategy is slightly different from ours, but we are different from the Heat. Our team has no obvious weak points, so they are destined to fail us in this regard." Zhang Sixin said confidently.

Both offensive and defensive, without obvious weaknesses, Zhang Sixin has always built his team like this.

The Heat are because the Big Three have no choice, but the Timberwolves are different.

Whether the Heat intends to prevent the Timberwolves' stars or lock their role players, they cannot restrict the Timberwolves' offense. The Heat must choose a cup of poison no matter what.

Because of the excellent performance of the Timberwolves rotation, the Heat encountered a little trouble.

But James and Wade have stabilized the situation strongly. When Milicic is not on the court, it is much more difficult to limit them.

Milicic's fouls were well controlled in the series, but he is a big man after all, without the physical strength of the perimeter.

When he is not on the court, the Timberwolves are not safe just relying on offense.

In the second half of the second quarter, Milicic played again, and the Timberwolves had the tendency to suppress the Heat in turn.

But by the end of the first half, the two teams had not yet decided the winner.

At the last moment, both sides hit the iron with three points, and the score happened to be a tie.

This once again proves that both teams have a chance. Why are the Timberwolves leading the series now? Could it be that their details are better and their hearts are bigger at critical moments?
In fact, there is only one reason. It is much easier for a team with a good shot to attack at the last moment.

James and Wade carrying the defensive player to kill the inside is very visually shocking, but the efficiency is actually not as good as a relatively easy shot.

During the intermission, Zhang Sixin also mainly encouraged the players. Their tactics have been fully played out, and the players also know what to do.

"The away game, that's it. We can win it. This is our strength. We must be focused and bold. There must be someone at the top of the league. We can seize the opportunity." Zhang Sixin said.

His brother Spoelstra said: "We restricted them well in the first half. Neither Curry nor Love had more performance. We don't have a big lead now. It's because the opponent has some X factors."

"But on the stage of the finals, the Timberwolves' role players cannot determine the outcome of the game. And we can do a little better. We can limit the opponent's role players while restricting the opponent's core players. Our outside defense can do this, and the Timberwolves' inside line is actually a little weaker than expected. Our winning percentage will be greater."

"It's not difficult for you to fight for three more victories. Forget about fatigue and think about the mood after winning the championship. We will go all out in the second half and let them see who is worthy of the championship team."

The Heat players have also strengthened their will, and they also understand their situation. If they can't tie the series and let the Timberwolves win the match point in the away game, they will probably be finished.

The point is, they are obviously more powerful, why did they fall behind in the series?
Not reconciled, the Heat's players are not reconciled, like a superstar like James, who has not yet won the championship, he is even more unwilling.

The Heat have formed the Big Three this season and have received a lot of criticism. They have been public enemies throughout the season.If they still can't win the championship like this, everyone will be unwilling.

Because of that, they will become the laughing stock of the entire league.

The second half began with James and Wade getting their hands on the defense, continuing to target Curry.

As for role players, it is actually much easier to target. James only needs a little more energy. It is difficult for an excellent starting-level player like Matthews to perform much.

With Bosh's hard work, he can also restrict Love a lot, but the two of them are mutually restricting.

Just to limit Curry, DeRozan got more opportunities than before.

DeRozan is also at the All-Star level now, and Wade's concentration can naturally limit him, but if Wade wants to help defend Curry, it is impossible to keep a close eye on DeRozan.

In the third quarter, DeRozan began to attack the inside continuously, and the Timberwolves' offense was not completely restricted.

The Heat have no other way, and their offense is actually as miserable as the Timberwolves. Wade also found some opportunities when James was crushing inside. It is difficult for the two of them to thrive at the same time.

The defense of both sides greatly restricted the opponent, but they could not completely restrict it.

In the deadlocked score, there was no one that took the lead in fighting for it.

The confrontation on both ends of the offense and defense is very fierce. This finals can be said to be full of punches.

Both teams have good offensive power. I didn't expect to play like this. It looks like a defensive team.

Of course, if you look closely, you can still find the difference. Both sides are defending against death, and both sides have fairy balls, giving people a very high-end visual enjoyment.

"James and Wade haven't hit a three-pointer today, which is a good thing." Zhang Sixin saw the essence through the phenomenon.

If the Timberwolves' defense shrinks a little in the final quarter, it may have a miraculous effect.

The opponent is not panicking at this time, they think that in the final quarter, the combination of James and Wade will definitely be the strongest, and fighting for stars is what they are best at this season.

What will happen, now can only talk about the game.

"The game is really anxious. If the Timberwolves win, they will win the match point. Why does it feel a little unreal? Coach Zhang Sixin obviously took over a weak team, and then in just two seasons, without a big deal, is he going to win the championship?"

"There's nothing unreal about this. This is strength. Huaguo has produced such a strong basketball coach. I feel that Huaguo basketball is about to rise."

"No, the Basketball Association didn't invite anyone, so we don't raise the flag for the time being. Let's watch the finals with peace of mind."

"That is, I feel that the Timberwolves are going to win the championship, and I want to be a lifelong fan of coach Zhang Sixin."

"Fuck you, the game isn't over yet..."

Timberwolves fans all over the world are excited, and the team feels that they have set a new record, but Zhang Sixin's fans are even more excited. Zhang Sixin's rise is too legendary.

Now the Timberwolves have Huaguo head coach and Huaguo players. If they win the championship, then not only Minnesota fans will be crazy.

(End of this chapter)