The genius of the basketball madman is on the left

Popovich thought well.

In fact, generally speaking, Bonner works well for the Thunder, but not necessarily for the Knicks.

The first is the gap between the two teams inside.

At that time, only Ibaka could guard the inside of the Thunder. After he left, the inside was almost empty. In addition, the two young players were not known for their defense. Naturally, the Spurs would take whatever they wanted.

But the Knicks are different. In addition to Zuo Li, he also has David Lee, and Anderson and Dream Chaser Green are available on the bench. The Thunder effect is also unlikely.

Therefore, D'Antoni's meaning is actually to go to Bonner with Zuo Li, which can not only limit him, but also reduce physical energy consumption.

However, Zuo Li knew that the Spurs' system was not only due to Bonner alone. He didn't see Belinelli also playing. If the prediction is good, the Spurs hope to transfer Zuo Li and use the outside shooting point. , Maximize the interior space, so that not only Duncan can play comfortably, but Parker and Ginobili, two players who are good at breakthroughs, will also get enough space.

Use a Bonner in exchange for GDP to play at the same time, completely defeating the opponent's strategy.

I have to say that Popovich really has a set.

But there is no way, buddies don't fall for it!

Bonner, it doesn't make much difference whether to prevent it or not.

"Let him vote for us if he has the ability, then I will admit it, but I have to wait for this insider!" Zuo Li patted David Lee on the shoulder and said.

"Go up in a while and know what to do?"

"Hey...Boss, I will try my best to defend." David Lee scratched his head and smiled awkwardly.

He does have one of the lowest defensive ratings among the Knicks' starters, well, Curry is another.

He worked hard, but he was not talented enough, so he would still be blown away by some people.

However, there are far fewer of these people than in the previous life, and they are limited to the top ten or so power forwards in the league.

"No, no, that's not what it means, you should do this..."

"If you can play badly, you can play badly. If you can keep up, you can follow. If you can't keep up, you can't follow. If he shoots the ball, just mean it. Don't worry about him catching the ball. You don't need to look at it. Let him catch, let him take, but don't let him dribble. The ball, as soon as you dribble, cut it off immediately!" Zuo Li said.

He will not make the mistake of the Thunder in the previous life, changing his defensive system just for Bonner. On the contrary, not only does he not defend, he even lets it go!

then…

Popovich's smile faded towards the end of the first round.

The first attack was still from the left, with the familiar back-turn inside. Old Duncan took a step slower. This step was the distance between the top and the first.

Then it was the Spurs' turn, and Popovich waited expectantly for Zuo Li to defend, but unfortunately, it was not him, but David Lee.

Fatty White vs. Fatty White...

This picture is surprisingly harmonious.

Bonner ran as hard as he could, but David Lee was unmoved. You run as long as you run, and I don’t force you to chase.

David Lee's whole stand out is a bad one...

Especially compared to the defense of the other four Knicks...

The left side followed Duncan every step of the way, and even half-circled forward, not giving the ball an angle; Curry followed Parker, and did not change the pick-and-roll; Danny Green followed Belinelli, wishing to step on the three-point line; Battier followed Len Nader, continued physical contact, did not give a breakthrough angle...

Look at them and look at David Lee…

"No, what happened to David Lee today? I feel like I'm not in a game but on vacation." Barkley complained.

"If you let it go like this, the Spurs will definitely give it." Ao Pang, the prophet, confirmed it.

As soon as the words fell, Parker gave it, and Bonner threw it after catching the ball, and David Lee extended his hand symbolically.

brush!

The Spurs lead.

"Brilliant!"

"nice shot!"

"This is the power of the Spurs!"

"Get rid of Nix!"

...

The fans at the scene were very excited, and the misunderstanding was resolved. Bonner really deserves to belong to the Mamba family!

But Popovich was not satisfied.

To enter is to enter, but this is not in line with his original intention...

What he meant was to let Bonner restrain Zuo Li and create opportunities for GDP, not to let Bonner play the main attack!

In other words, how could Bonner play the main attack!

But there is no way, the Spurs' system is like this, where there is a gap, they will pass wherever they are, and they will not give singles to every star, and the peak Duncan does not have this treatment.

Bonner's chance is obviously good, and not passing is not in line with the Spurs' basketball logic.

Ok?

Popovich looked at the defensive layout on the field, and then thought about the Knicks' defensive position just now...

He won't, he was tricked by the Knicks, right? !

Of course it is!

Now this situation is the Knicks' favorite. Bonner's scoring is simply great. As long as GDP doesn't play, Bonner can't win even if he scores 30 points!

What's more, Bonner can score 30 points?

Bonner felt good tonight. He made three three-pointers in the first quarter and shot 50% from the field, but the Spurs still failed to take the lead.

Because the rhythm of the two sides is not fast tonight and the number of rounds is not many, Bonner has gained 6 opportunities alone, and the others naturally have fewer.

Can you believe it, the substitute Manu Ginobili threw it once in 6 minutes!

Not to mention others.

This is not the same concept as a role player scoring 9 points in a single quarter. Bonner in the first quarter today is definitely the first attack point!

However, the 24-20 point difference is not unacceptable to the Spurs. After all, the point difference is not big.

But as the game progressed, it started to feel wrong.

When Duncan took the ball, Zuo Li wanted to stick to his face to defend. If he wanted to play, he could do it, and he had to pay double his physical strength!

Ginobili was flanked when he broke through, and Parker was delayed when he broke through. They could score, but it was very difficult.

But Popovich still had to let them play because...

"We can't let Bonner play 48 minutes!"

Although Bonner was really good today, he still felt the same in the second quarter. He made two of three three-pointers, which is definitely the best level of his career.

But...he can shoot, so can Zuo Li!

For a period of time in the second quarter, there was even a situation where Zuo Li and Bonner faced Biao for three points!

In the end, Zuo Li made three consecutive shots.

It seems like a small loss, but it’s actually a big defeat!

Because GDP can't play its due power at all!

At halftime, the Knicks led 54-44 by 10 points.

Bonner scored 15 points in the first half, setting a new high in the playoffs and finals of his career!

But Duncan only scored 6 points in the half against Zuo Li. In contrast, Zuo Li scored 17 points in the half.

Although Parker and Ginobili scored 14 points together, 10 points came from the mid-range and 4 points came from free throws. That is to say, the two players who are good at breaking through the basket scored zero points!

This is almost equivalent to being completely locked.

"The best defensive player is terrifying!"

The world's media marveled at Zuo Li's protection of the inside line, and Zuo Li, who was interviewed on the sidelines before halftime, gave the credit to his teammates.

Iron gates on the outside line, frame protection on the inside line, the Knicks locked the GDP with a Bonner!

"He will let him be strong, and the breeze will blow the hills!"

"Although Bonner is good, I won't be fooled. How should you deal with it?"