The strongest basket king

Chapter 541 Who's Dad
Although the Nuggets were behind in the first half, they didn't play too badly. The main reason is that the Clippers changed their style of play beyond the usual level. Not particularly strong.

In the third quarter, it can be said that the two teams continued to strengthen their defense, and the rhythm became slower.

The Nuggets are not afraid of a slow pace, but they are now behind and still need to play out their offense.

During the intermission, their thinking also changed from attacking first, but with the Clippers double-teaming Xiang Chu, the Nuggets' outside points really didn't play enough role.

This game is definitely already the intensity of the playoffs, but the Clippers don't have players, but a wheel battle.

Coupled with the fact that the Nuggets' outside touch is only average, the Clippers have achieved their goal.

The Nuggets are a bit entangled now, whether to let Xiang Chuduo directly solve the problem with violence, or play more rotations and fight defense like the opponent.

They are going back to back, even though they are playing at home.

When George Karl hesitated, Xiang Chu gave him some advice.

That is to divide it into two parts. Xiang Chu still plays normally, but if the score is close, it doesn’t matter if you play a little longer. The Clippers may meet in the playoffs, so it’s okay to be tough.

In addition, the Nuggets are also facing the Clippers, and it doesn't matter if players in other positions start a round-robin battle.

The inside substitutes a young and old during the injury recovery process, and the outside line can completely fight against each other. Anyway, Middleton's efficiency is not very high in this game. The Nuggets can take this opportunity to see the player's state under high pressure.

George Karl also communicated. The Nuggets' loss is actually nothing. The team has potential injuries. Now it is good to see if anyone can help in the playoffs.

So after the Nuggets paused, they started a large-scale rotation. Except for Gallinari who didn't come, they can go up and try.

The Clippers are doing the same, it is impossible that they dare not confront the Clippers.

After increasing the number of rotations, the result is better than expected. The Clippers have a good bench lineup, and the Nuggets have even better.

The confidence brought about by the strength of the team makes the Nuggets' bench lineup have a heart to fight. They are not timid when they are on the court, including rookies.

In the hard work of the rotation lineups of both sides, the players on the field scored and scored, and George Karl also showed a smile.

In addition to Nurkic, Ingles and others who have been certified for a long time, and Josh Richardson who has performed well recently, Powell, who has not played much, has played well since he came up. This player is very confident in playing. The seedling of the sixth man, the more pleasing thing is Seth Curry.

Curry came up and hit 2 three-pointers, which is what the Nuggets need.

Curry's three-pointers have always been good, but he can't play with the ball like his brother, and the defensive end is weaker, so he gets fewer opportunities in the team, and the reason why he hasn't been given up is the three-pointer.

The ability to hit a three-pointer under the Clippers' defensive pressure in this game proves that he has the possibility of becoming a surprise player.

The Nuggets are a strong and complete team. Some surprise players on the bench don't need to be able to play a few good games in the playoffs. They only need to perform well in one game or even a quarter or a few balls.

A pure shooter like Seth Curry, if he can become a threat when the Nuggets need a three-pointer, he can show value, even if he has no chance to play before again.

Seeing that the Nuggets reacted so quickly and used the same method to solve the problem on the court, Rivers frowned. Now that the Clippers are in desperate need of a win, he thought this surprise move had been stabilized.

If the situation is not going well, you may still have to fight for the star in the end, and Rivers also explained it to Paul in detail.

The second half entered the rotation period and the game became more and more intense. The benefits of Nurkic's return were also reflected, and Cole Aldridge was completely suppressed.

Although the Clippers' bench lineup also played well, but the Nuggets have caught up with the game, Rivers still couldn't sit still and took the lead in replacing the main force.

At this point, there was no need to be polite, and Xiang Chu followed suit.

After the main lineup came up, the offensive ends of both sides lost their previous fluency.

Because of the improvement in defense, Xiang Chu and Jr. Jordan each sent a big hat, but on the offensive end, Jr. Jordan is too far behind Xiang Chu.

And even if Jordan tries to control fouls as much as possible, he has already come four times.

When it came to the decisive moment, the Clippers were no longer as free and easy as before, team basketball could no longer be played, and the ball was basically in the hands of Paul and Crawford.

I was able to afford to gamble before because I just started, but now the outcome is in an instant, and everyone is under pressure.

With the last 5 minutes left in the game, Xiang Chu scored again with an offensive rebound in front of Jr. Jordan, giving the Nuggets a 4-point lead.

At this time, Paul and Redick hit the iron one after another, and the Clippers themselves panicked.

Gary Harris hit the Nuggets, and the team's lead increased by 2 points.

But Paul is an All-Star after all, and then he played a key role. He made a mid-range shot and caused Jeremy Lin to foul and make two free throws.

When the game entered the last 2 minutes, the Clippers handed the ball to Crawford.

Under the key marking of the Nuggets, Crawford scored 5 points in a row to tie the score.

With only 11 seconds left in the game, Xiang Chu scored 2+1, and the Nuggets once again led by three points.

When the Clippers have one offense left, the Nuggets' defensive strategy is to bet on three points. If the opponent plays two points faster, they are not afraid. The Nuggets have some free throw masters.

The Clippers obviously want to solve the problem at once and have been looking for opportunities outside the three-point line.

At the last moment, Crawford made it clear to play singles, and the Nuggets stepped forward to pinch, but the ball still hit.

Crawford hit the buzzer to send the game into overtime.

The Nuggets players were a little frustrated. They had already sealed their faces just now, but they didn't expect that the opponent could still score.

"Hi." Xiang Chu clapped his palms and focused everyone's attention, "overtime, get them done."

Xiang Chu's words were decisive, and the other Nuggets players immediately gained confidence.

Crawford scored 1 points in a row in the last minute. It's a bit miraculous, but it doesn't mean anything if the game is not decided. They are a stronger team, and they are the dominant side even in overtime.

The second round of overtime began, and Xiang Chu told everyone who his father was with his actions.

His offensive rebound was also his 21st rebound in the game, and he took advantage of the situation to cause Jordan to foul. Jordan was sent off for six fouls, and the Clippers suddenly had no players inside who could serve as meat shields.

Bai Adekong has a good physical confrontation and is completely useless. After Jordan went down, Xiang Chu scored 4 points in a row. The victory scale suddenly tilted to the side of the Nuggets.

The Clippers put their bets on Crawford again, but this time he didn't continue his magic.

(End of this chapter)