Grab Curry at the start

Chapter 420 Nothing to say
The Grizzlies' first trip to the Western Conference Finals, and their fans don't want the team to just leave.

The Grizzlies also used their last few, the main force.

The three cores don't rest, just seven people rotate.

With their determination, they did play well in the first quarter.

Conley is more aggressive, and Gasol Jr. is pulled to the high position to create opportunities for his teammates to hit the basket. The two defensive wings of the Grizzlies also feel good at the start.

Back at home, all the Grizzlies played their best and looked promising to win a game.

However, professionals know that this kind of super-level game played by all players cannot last long under the defense unless it can be taken away in a wave.

In fact, they had problems in the second quarter.

The core players have never rested, but the touch is unsustainable.

There is no way, the strength of the Grizzlies is actually not very strong on the offensive end, not reaching the All-Star level.

They can't usually play such an efficient offense, so facing the Timberwolves' defense, it is impossible for them to continue.

The Timberwolves have a normal rotation, and their bench players are also very good, not worse than the main force of the Grizzlies.

In the second quarter, Curry, Love and Paul George began to show off on the offensive end, and the Grizzlies suddenly couldn't stand it anymore.

That's how they are stronger, and their problems can't be solved by the main force.

But the Grizzlies have no choice, they have to fight this way.

Even if you don't win, you have no regrets, and it will be too late if you don't fight.

While restricting the Grizzlies' three-pointers, the Timberwolves ensured a good inside defense and did not give the opponent a chance to hit the basket. Two-pointers are a rare opportunity for opponents, which is also the Timberwolves' consistent defensive strategy.

In the entire league, there are not many stars with two points, so this defensive tactic rarely needs to be adjusted.

A player who is invincible by two points is probably at the level of flanking.

This is the shooting choice that the league is used to. The higher the shooting rate is, the higher the shooting rate is. When gambling, you need three points. Two points is the most uneconomical scoring mode. In the past, only stars would use it more.

Now, the stars don't use it much, and it's a trick that only appears at the critical moment of the game.

The Grizzlies obviously have no players with this ability, so the Timberwolves can safely target.

The Grizzlies still had a slight advantage in the first quarter, but they were overtaken by the Timberwolves in the second quarter. Both the spirit of the players and the atmosphere at home were affected.

In competitive sports, it is not a lie to say that the opponent is downcast.

During the halftime break, Grizzlies coach Hollins also worked hard to motivate the players.

But he didn't notice, and his expression was also a little anxious.

Hollins is also facing the issue of contract renewal this season. In fact, he has led the Grizzlies well, but he has some conflicts with the management's philosophy. He hopes that the team will perform more, so that he will have more bargaining chips.

For the game, he really wants to win, at least to win the home game.

However, the strength of the Timberwolves did not give them a chance.

In the second half, the Grizzlies will not gamble around. They will use their best tactics and work hard.

In the third quarter, they hope that the inside line can fully open up the situation.

But it's a pity that the black and white bears can't attack the Timberwolves' inside line at all.

Randolph may be able to do some things when he was at his peak, but he really can't do it now, and this is not what Gasol is good at.

Although the Grizzlies are working hard, the score gap is still widening.

The speed is not fast, but for a defensive team like the Grizzlies, every point of difference equals an extra level of difficulty.

By the fourth quarter, they had to try again for three points.

They don't want to be in a way they're not good at, but many times there's simply no choice.

The score is much worse. If you don't shoot a three-pointer, you can't catch up. There is no room.

Facing the Timberwolves, I realized how annoying a super defensive team is, and a defensive and offensive team is simply hopeless.

When Curry hit a three-pointer for the second time in the final quarter, the Timberwolves' lead came to 10 points, and it was already the last 2 minutes.

The Grizzlies could only replace Randolph and add another pitcher at the last moment, but the Timberwolves' defense would not give them a chance at all.

After three consecutive three-point attempts, the Grizzlies died a little aggrieved.

The Timberwolves won the Grizzlies away game, and the series won the match point 3:0.

They may have swept all the way to the championship this season, and they haven't lost even a game.

After the game, Grizzlies coach Hollins also sighed helplessly: "The Timberwolves gave us a fatal blow again, just like the last game. Although we are 0 to 3 behind, we don't think about anything else in our minds. We only think about how to win the fourth game, and then we will play game by game."

"Actually, no matter whether we win or lose today, our mentality of preparing for the fourth game should not change, but we will make adjustments in some specific links, such as not allowing the Timberwolves to grab so many rebounds, especially offensive rebounds."

Conley, the core backcourt of the Grizzlies, also said: "I know that no team has done it, but I also know that records are waiting to be broken. As long as we are not officially out, we will do our best!"

Zhang Sixin said to reporters: "We didn't play very well at the beginning, but we adjusted quickly. Our players are so good. No matter what situation they encounter, they can quickly adjust and show the strongest combat effectiveness. There is still one game in the Western Conference Finals, and we will not slack off."

If you can sweep, you can sweep. The same is true for the Western Conference Finals. There is nothing to say.

The game is just two days away, and it is not so convenient to train away. Zhang Sixin also told the players to keep a good attitude.

"The championship team is not only outstanding in strength, but also top-notch in mentality. We have seen various big scenes. What we have to do is to maintain focus and play steadily. Gentlemen, there are only five victories left in the three-peat championship. I don't want any surprises."

The Timberwolves have high morale and ushered in the fourth game.

The Grizzlies have to be themselves, do what they say, and stand on the edge of a cliff without changing the lineup.

Zhang Sixin also admires it, but only when this kind of thing succeeds later will the outside world think it is a firm will, otherwise it is not flexible.

Similarly, adjusting the game lineup at the critical moment, losing is called random change, messing up the position, winning is strategizing and adapting to local conditions.

The Timberwolves on the winning side will definitely not change their formation, and the Timberwolves showed their strength from the beginning of the game without any reservations.

In the fourth away game, there is no need to be cautious. The first three games have already figured out the bottom of the opponent.

There is nothing to say about taking the initiative to attack when you have the opportunity and winning hard. This is the strength of the defending champion.

(End of this chapter)