Basketball Dragon

Chapter 156 at a loss
Li Hai only let go of his offense in the second quarter of this game, and he didn't score many points at this time.

But at the critical moment, even Marbury felt that he could give him the ball. This is the aura of the players on the court, the confidence and strength that cannot be concealed, and will be believed by teammates and coaches.

Arenas felt a strong crisis. He no longer considered physical strength or tactics, but desperately wanted to attack the Knicks' defense.

That kind of desperate focus is also very powerful.

"Arenas squeezed past Francis again. Francis' defense was a little too hasty. Li Hai had already assisted in the defense. Arenas staggered a little when he rushed past Francis, but he didn't pass the ball. Some weird leaning back to avoid Li Hai's block... and actually went in, even under the siege, Arenas' touch is very soft."

"Francis passed the ball to Li Hai. Li Hai turned around and knocked Butler back a step. He pulled up and hit the board. His action was crisp and neat."

"Jamison mentioned to cover near the three-point line. Arenas bypassed the defense and rushed to the basket in one step. Facing Li Hai's defense, Arenas dodged in the air...hat, Arenas' ability to stay in the air Excellent, but Li Hai is equally good, the Knicks' small lineup, Li Hai can be said to be a defensive gate."

"Lee Hi once again singled Butler and squeezed in with his back. Antonio Daniels came over to pinch. Li Hai threw the ball out immediately. Marbury made a three-pointer... and the Knicks once again gained the initiative. "

"Arenas hit the iron with a three-pointer, he was a little too anxious."

"Francis tried to foul Arenas, but the referee didn't blow the whistle."

"Francis's steal, his previous defense has not been considered good, but at this critical moment, he made a contribution. The Knicks' third-line fast-break Wizards couldn't keep up at all. Li Hai caught the ball and layup easily."

"Arenas was too tenacious. He went in again, completely ignoring how many people were defending in front of him. Channing Frye fouled, 2+1. If he hits a free throw, the score gap will be narrowed to 1 point again."

At this time, the remaining time was 30.7 seconds, and the audience at the Wizards' home court was so nervous that they didn't dare to watch.

Arenas hit a key free throw, the score between the two sides was 93:92, and the Knicks led by 1 point.

The Knicks paused to arrange tactics to calm down the players on the field. Now that the above five players can shoot, they will try to use up the offensive time as much as possible.

Marbury catches the ball and controls the time, but when the attack time is up to 10 seconds, Li Hai suddenly steps forward to catch the ball, Marbury quickly cuts inside, and Channing Frye immediately steps forward to make a screen Li Hai took two steps and leaped high near the free throw line to make a shot. He made a two-pointer at 95:92 with 8.4 seconds left.

The Wizards requested a timeout, and the Knicks now have a clear defensive task, which is to defend the three-pointer.

The Wizards Arenas stood on the sidelines to serve, Jamison immediately made a cover action after receiving the ball, Arenas went inside to complete a fast two-pointer, 95:94, with 4.9 seconds left.

After the Knicks paused, Marbury served the ball from the sideline of the midfield. Li Hai ran back and went directly to the sideline to catch the ball and then hugged it. The opponent fouled immediately, and the time was 4.1 seconds.

Amid the loud interference from the Wizards' home audience, Li Hai made the free throw steadily.

A free throw is a free throw and he won't be bothered, that's the confidence he gets from practicing every day.

Rather, the louder the interference, the stronger his concentration, and the less likely accidents will happen.

With the last bit of time left, the Knicks' defensive tactics must still stick to the three-pointer.

The Wizards have also replaced five players who can shoot three-pointers, but the biggest threat is still Arenas, and the rest are Jamison and Butler. .

And when Arenas desperately squeezed forward to catch the ball, everyone probably knew that Arenas would definitely come by himself.

Under the siege of two Knicks players, Arenas dribbled a few steps or chose to make a reluctant shot.

Missed a three-pointer, the game was over, and the miracle didn't happen.

97:94，李海拿到24分7篮板11助攻，帮助尼克斯夺得赛点。

At this point in the playoffs, only the Mavericks and the Knicks are winning.

The first away game is the most difficult to overcome. Strong teams like the Pistons, Heat, and Spurs have all lost one game. The stars of each team have also demonstrated their value. Nas also used crazy offense to try to save the defeat.

The ability of a single star can sometimes determine the outcome of a game, but to win the entire series, you absolutely need strong companions and tactics suitable for the players.

On April 4th, Arenas played the whole game and scored 29 points, while for the Knicks, Francis left the field early for six fouls, Crawford was not feeling well, and Li Hai scored a triple-double with 40 points, 21 rebounds and 12 assists But it suffered its first loss in the playoffs.

In the eight battlegrounds in the first round of the playoffs, only the Mavericks swept the Grizzlies 4-0. Nowitzki averaged 32 points per game, which was simply unstoppable.

Therefore, it will take some effort for the Knicks to overwhelm Arenas, a guy who averages more points per game than Nowitzki.

On May 5, back to Madison Square Garden, the Knicks are ready.

The most stupid thing in the playoffs is to carelessly lose Jingzhou. Li Hai will not let this kind of thing happen to the Knicks.

The Wizards team was forced to the edge of the cliff, and several core members of the team showed their strongest strength.

Feeling that the Knicks are weaker inside than outside, Jamison also forced himself to play more inside.

Arenas also tried his best to get the whole team to act, using his own involvement, to pass a few good balls, allowing Jamison and Butler to gain.

But this is also the apex of the Wizards, and the Knicks will definitely not let them play like this.

It is still starting from Li Hai's breakthrough. Li Hai's offensive skills are not yet at the top level, but if the opponent's physical fitness is not as good as his, he can basically use his physical advantage to achieve good results

What's more, the Wizards' internal help defense is too general, allowing him to have no scruples.

He can take on Butler alone, or he can pick and roll with Channing Frye. The Knicks are now fully equipped with a few players on the outside, and every position is a threat. If Eddie Curry wants to get a position inside, they can also pass in.

Those media who question how many balls the Knicks need can shut up. If they can hold and pass the ball, it is really at a loss for a team like the Wizards who is not good at defense.

(End of this chapter)