The genius of the basketball madman is on the left

Frustrated, powerless…

Duncan has never felt such emotions in his career.

But tonight, he felt it.

This is the Spurs' redemption battle and the last battle.

The defeat in the last game was extremely cruel to them. Zuo Li not only broke the myth of the Spurs' defense, but also completely overturned the situation in the finals.

It looks like it's only 2-1, but in fact, all the invisible and intangible factors such as physical fitness, mentality, morale, state, etc. are not on their side. Even though they have experienced hundreds of battles, even though they have rich experience and strong adjustment ability, But after experiencing such a game, it is difficult to return to normal after two days.

Even if his name is Tim Duncan.

Therefore, from the very beginning, he knew that whether he could achieve anything this year would depend on tonight.

So, they put everything on the line.

No longer afraid of spending energy, no longer worried about injuries, everything is for the sake of winning G4!

Everything seemed to go well at first.

They played very strongly and defended without hesitation, which once prevented the Knicks from opening up the situation. They scored 84 points in the last game and did not score in double figures until the second half of the second quarter. Although they relied on the outside and substitute Adams, they chased Meng's unexpected performance in the paint - Dream Green scored 19 points in three quarters, a career high, and Adams made 7 of 7, and currently still maintains a 100% shooting rate.

Relying on their performance, the Knicks always cling to the score.

But the situation and score are still on the Spurs' side.

Until, the fourth quarter.

The army was defeated like a mountain!

From the moment Zuo Li easily broke through and completed the dunk, Duncan already felt something was wrong.

He consciously strengthened his defense against Zuo Li, and also reminded other teams to pay attention to pressing the rhythm and not letting the Knicks speed up...

however…

It's still too late!

After a wave of 13-0, the Spurs defended the situation for more than three quarters, but Zuo Li recovered in 2 minutes. Then, they collapsed uncontrollably.

110-100 ...

A ten-point deficit caused them to lose again, 3-1. Just like last year, they once again came to the edge of the cliff.

"Huh..." He raised his head and looked at the Knicks celebrating wildly and Zuo Li, who was being praised by the stars. For the first time, Duncan felt bitter.

He tried his best.

20 points and 10 rebounds. For the 38-year-old, he could not do better. After playing 45 minutes, he could not even feel his legs at this time.

But, this is competitive sports.

Duncan returned to the locker room and sat silently in the corner. Like him, everyone was quietly dazed, and the atmosphere in the locker room reached freezing point.

"This season...that's it."

Duncan had this thought in his mind because he really couldn't think of any way to beat the Knicks.

That guy is so awesome, even better than O'Neal at his peak. Tonight's 37 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists, and 6 blocks are just a microcosm. What's even more awesome is actually his control of the scene and rhythm.

As long as you exert your strength, you can do it at any time, and no one can stop you at any time.

How can I defeat such a guy?

"No! No!"

Duncan shook his head and patted his head.

How could he think like this? The game wasn't over yet, how could he give up!

but…

Duncan raised his head and looked around. No need to ask, he knew that even he was affected, and others were even more ruined.

"It looks like it's really over." Duncan laughed at himself. He could control himself, but he couldn't control others, and he couldn't blame others. After all, Zuo Li was really incomprehensible in this series.

While he was thinking wildly, Popovich opened the door and came in.

The force was so strong that the door was almost knocked out.

Of course, it also has something to do with the fact that the door of the visiting team's locker room is too broken. The crack in the door is so big that a mouse can pass through it.

"Lost!"

"We lost again!"

"Yes, I know, tonight, we were beaten down again." Popovich knocked the tactical board loudly with his hand and shouted at the same time.

"Looking at your appearance, I think I should go directly to the league and apply. We should not play the fifth game. We can just buy a ticket for the night and go home together!"

"Why bother fighting! It's embarrassing to go up there!"

"What do you think...?!"

"Um?!"

"answer me!"

"If you think we will definitely lose in the fifth game, you can raise your hands and leave the team now! Because he is useless! He is not worthy of being in my team. My team can lose, but we can't be cowardly. !”

As expected of a graduate of the West Point Military Academy, the art of propaganda has not fallen behind at all.

But what Popovich said is right, being timid before fighting is a taboo for military strategists.

Therefore, he must use special means to awaken the bloody nature of his team members.

"Isn't it just 3-1? No one has been able to come back before, but that doesn't mean no one will ever be able to do it!"

"Back then, we were able to overthrow the Lakers! Then, we can definitely overthrow the Knicks!"

"I hope you can fight side by side like me!"

"Even if we lose in the end!"

"Even if we can't win the championship!"

"but!"

"Not today!"

"Even if we fail!"

"Again, not today!"

Popovich's roar woke up the locker room.

Manu was the first to stand up and respond, followed by Belinelli. He even cited the example of his comeback in the Knicks...

Although it's a bit embarrassing, as long as it works, don't worry about the details. After all, Belinelli won all the championships with the Knicks.

Duncan also stood up quickly: "I just thought, we are going to lose, we can't beat them."

"But now, I want to apologize for how we thought."

"No need to apologize, Tim, let's keep working with them together!" Parker stood up and patted Duncan on the shoulder.

He wouldn't say that he had even decided on which day to buy a plane ticket.

But now, he feels, he can go back to San Antonio and play another game.

At least...one game!

Seeing this situation, Popovich breathed out silently.

Finally, it was not completely defeated.

But, how will he break the situation in the next game...

……

What is happening with the Spurs? The Knicks next door have no idea. They are immersed in the joy of victory.

3-1!

There is only one win left before the championship.

Since injuries continued during the season and they dropped to fifth place in the Eastern Conference, no one could have imagined that they would reach this point.

But now, the championship seems to be within reach, and soon, they will be able to establish their own five-crown dynasty!

That's five crowns...

"Let's open the champagne... woo woo hoo..."

The excited Clay even prepared to take something out of the cabinet, but was hugged by David Lee next door, covering his mouth and pushing him back.

"Don't be shy! Do you understand? Keep a low profile! Have you ever heard of the story of two chasing three..."

Zuo Li watched with satisfaction as David Li, who was in Black Clay's class, was worthy of being his teammate who has been following him for the longest time. He knows his stuff!

Poisoning yourself, that is a second act, they can't do it!

However, now, it is not too much to think about what to do after winning the championship.

3-1...Zuo Li is not ready to let the game leave New York!