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Chapter 159 The Warrior's Weakness

The atmosphere between the two sides was harmonious before the game, but in fact, no one planned to hold back.

After all, this is about the championship, even if it is as fierce as Jordan, it was only after getting Pippen that he started his career dominating the NBA.

Even the most confident players dare not say when they want to win the championship, and when they can win the championship.

Stoudemire's absence due to injury last year caused the Suns' record to decline. Although they still struggled to reach the Western Conference Finals, they still fell under the Rockets' Big Three.

After failing to lead the team to the finals for two consecutive years, especially after the lack of Stoudemire, the Suns' performance obviously lacked dominance, which made Nash questioned a lot.

Steve Nash is not young anymore, he is very eager to get a championship to prove himself.

The Suns' first attack was very firm. Stoudemire didn't go inside immediately, but made a fake pick-and-roll with Nash from outside the three-point line.

The Warriors hadn't entered the game at the beginning of the game, and the players' defense was not stable. When everyone's attention was on Nash, Stoudemire suddenly cut in. Nash understood and threw the ball high.

Stoudemire was injured for a season, and he learned from the pain. His style of play was not as violent as before, but this time he took off with all his strength, his entire forearm was over the basket, and he pushed the basketball into the net.

Reggie Miller, who commented on the game, spoke slowly, but passionately: "The Suns opened the game with an alley-oop dunk and took the lead. It seems that although the players on both sides were praising each other before the game, they were actually doing their best. "

After Stoudemire was injured last year, the overall record of the Suns declined, and Nash also received a lot of criticism.

The media sometimes said that Nash was no good without Stoudemire, and at the same time said that Stoudemire was no good without Nash, but anyone with a heart knew that Nash and Stoudemire had achieved each other, and the running and bombing tactics that D'Antoni advocated had a great impact on them.

If the two change teams, the data will inevitably decline, but the strength of the two is actually at the level of first-class stars.

After landing, Xiaosi raised his head to the sky and let out a roar, as if he wanted to vent his depression.

The Warriors players lack experience in the playoffs, and they were somewhat overwhelmed by Stoudemire's opening dunk.

In the next attack, Milicic's shot from the basket was blocked by Stoudemire. The Suns grabbed the ball and immediately launched a counterattack.

Late returned to the defense quickly, but he couldn't bring too much restriction to Nash. The Canadian Wind Son quickly changed direction to avoid the late defense and rushed to the basket. He suddenly changed hands behind his back and dribbled. The ball in his hand is gone.

Nash has maintained an average of more than 10 assists per game for many consecutive seasons. There is no doubt about his passing ability.
Stoudemire is even more difficult than in 05. The injury did not affect his athletic ability, but instead allowed him to develop mid-range shooting ability during the recovery period, which gave him more options and better offensive options. use their own advantages.

Now the Warriors' lack of athletic ability, height, and jumping in front of him have become weapons that Stoudemire can use.

The only one who can barely keep up with Stoudemire is Milicic, but in terms of pure physical talent, he is actually inferior to Stoudemire.

What is commendable about Milicic is that he has excellent skills at a young age, with flexible steps and solid basic skills.

It's a pity that he was delayed for a few years in the Pistons, and his advantages did not grow. Even if the Warriors wanted to train him, it would take him longer to practice.

If you switch to a stronger defensive team, such as the Rockets and Spurs, you can choose to shrink the position, fight against the Suns, slow down the rhythm, and increase the success rate.

But the Warriors can't do it. Old Nelson never paid much attention to defense. Even after a season has passed, the Warriors' defensive ability has not improved much. On the defensive end, the Warriors rely more on talent to play.

Milicic, Grant Hill and Late are all players who are not weak in defense, but they are definitely not the top players. Without enough cooperation, they can't drive the Warriors' defensive system. Defensive strength is naturally not worth mentioning.

And the Warriors have been used to playing against their opponents for a season. If you attack me once, I will return you two goals!

Old Nelson believes that there is no game that cannot be won by attacking. If he can't win, it means that his attacking power is not enough.

The late appearance made Nelson even more affirmed his philosophy. His stable three-pointer is the most effective scoring weapon in the league. The Warriors' rapid rise this season actually relied on the late three-pointer.

Even if the opponent double-teams him, he can distribute the ball to his teammates. When he attracts enough defensive strength, it will naturally become easier for other Warriors players to score.

It can be said that the game against the Suns has just begun, and the shortcomings of the Warriors have been completely exposed-the lack of defensive ability and the inability to fight positional battles.

The momentum of the sun is very fierce, which has affected the Warriors players a little.

Late immediately took over the team's possession of the ball. He personally dribbled the ball across the half court. Nash immediately retreated to mark Stephen Jackson.

Under his guard, Late raised a finger on his left hand.

This is asking for singles.

Lagabel is an undrafted pick, and his experience is also legendary. With his hard-working defensive ability, he has gained a firm foothold in the league.

After joining the Suns, he made up for the shortcomings of the Suns' lack of perimeter defense.

When the opponent team has a superstar, it is usually Lagabel who is in charge of marking, and it can often play a very good role.

During the regular season this year, Kobe suffered from Lagabel's losses several times against the Suns.

But to be honest, Lagabel is actually more reluctant to face being late, because he has carefully studied the late game and found that this person is really super flamboyant.

Lagabel, who has the advantage of height and weight, lowers his center of gravity and opens his arms to limit the late breakthrough space.

Being late was not in a hurry to choose a breakthrough, he stood straight, controlled the ball with his right hand, and his rhythm was extremely stable.

The basketball is like an obedient elf, jumping in his hands.

Lagabell knew that the opponent's athletic ability was not as good as his own, but his shooting ability was amazing, and he was engrossed in watching the late arm movement.

"Defense! Defend!" The cheers from the home fans made Lagabel feel full of strength.

Had a good day today, I should be able to limit him?

At this moment, the speed of the late dribble suddenly accelerated.

The experienced Bell immediately understood that he was about to break through late.

Sure enough, when he was late, he suddenly handed the ball to his left hand, and then dribbled the ball behind his back to his right hand, speeding up and breaking through to Bell's left.

Bell immediately took a half-step back, relying on his athletic ability to preemptively occupy the late breakthrough route.

Being late did not slow down, and rushed towards Bell in one step.

Bell hastily stopped - if his arms were still open at this time, he might be called a foul by the referee. The experienced man would not choose to take risks, but stood firm in his position, covered his chest with his hands, and called an offensive foul!
There are basically no clean players who can gain a foothold in the league by virtue of defense, it's just the difference in the danger of their actions.

Bruce Bowen has also won the best defensive player twice, but his defensive moves are very dangerous, tiptoes, elbows, everything.

Bell was obviously much gentler than Bowen. He folded his hands on his chest, but just slightly touched his elbows, and immediately retracted them.

This is a kind of self-protection, but also a deterrent to offensive players.

If you don't want to be injured late, you must slow down, so that Bell has more time to adjust his center of gravity and has a greater chance of fouling.

close!

close!

Bale was ready to go down the moment his opponent made physical contact with him.

Then he felt that the late jersey hit his arm.

opportunity!

Bell immediately pushed the golden mountain and fell back like a jade pillar, and even used a little strength on his feet so that he could slide a little distance after the fall.

Perfect for drawing fouls!
But after he fell to the ground, he found that the referee did not blow his whistle.

How can it be?

Bell lay on the ground and turned his head to look, but he had already seen that late had completed a mid-range jumper at the position where he fell to the ground. Without any interference, the ball easily got into the net.

Bell just couldn't believe it, and immediately got up from the ground to find the referee on duty: "Sir, he fouled! I have already stood in the defensive position. He knocked me down, and the ball is not counted!"

The referee just shook his head and said nothing.

Bell was also very angry, and grabbed the referee and refused to let go.

Nash and Stoudemire immediately ran over and pulled him away.

"LB, don't get excited, it's just a failed foul, don't take it to heart."

Nash persuaded in a low voice, while Stoudemire apologized to the referee: "Sir, he just focused too much on defense, please don't mind."

Bell also quickly calmed down, carefully recalling the process of his foul just now, still feeling a little unbelievable.

How on earth did he do it?
At this time, the big screen on the court gave him the answer.

I saw that when the late dribbled the ball and rushed in front of Bell, he stopped suddenly, and then changed hands to shoot.

At this time, Bell fell to the ground as if it had been discussed a long time ago.

"Don't worry, he has already seen through your plan, after all, he is one of the smartest people among all human beings." Nash comforted Bell.

But the shock in Nash's heart was also difficult to hide.

Late's ball-handling skills can barely be considered top-notch, and his breakthrough speed is not particularly fast. In the whole process, except for two commendable hand changes, there are no too fancy moves at all.

But he just took advantage of Bell's psychology of wanting to make fouls and played Bell.

Isn't this guy's progress too fast?
(End of this chapter)