NBA: I was the No. 1 pick at the beginning

It is the Spurs' side that is directly proportional to the difference in laughter on the Lakers' side.

Popovich's face was already ugly at this time.

He knew that if he couldn't find a way to solve the Lakers' small lineup in this game, then the game might really lose its suspense.

And as far away as the NBA headquarters in New York.

Xiao Hua was also watching the game at this time.

After seeing the Lakers make this strange move, he knew that this game would be difficult for the Spurs.

Although he doesn't know much about basketball tactics.

But after working in basketball-related work for so many years, he should know the current situation on the court.

This made Xiao Hua even more angry.

If the Lakers didn't have Chen Tian, ​​he would be unscrupulous in whatever he did.

But a call from the referee just now woke him up.

Apart from being a player, Chen Tian is also a giant.

Thinking of this, Xiao Hua was also a little scared.

Back on the pitch.

The Spurs are still studying the loopholes in the Lakers' small lineup.

As for the Lakers, Monty also told everyone about some three-point tactics that can be scored.

Both teams are nervously planning this timeout.

Kenny and Barkley in the commentary seat also chatted excitedly about the tactics of the Lakers' small lineup.

"I have to say that Monty is a genius coach. Under such strong pressure, he would actually research such a lineup, which is really extraordinary."

Kenny also said on the side.

Barkley also continued at this time.

"Indeed, when Monty coached the Lakers, no one was optimistic about him, but now after this game, I think those doubts should be shut up, and then we will see how Monty will adjust his tactics in the playoffs."

"If the Lakers really win the championship this year, then Monty can be called the number one genius coach in the NBA."

Soon the pause was over.

The two teams returned to the field, and the Spurs replaced Diaw with Splitter.

This is the rhythm of preparing to play inside with the Lakers.

In fact, Monty had expected this situation a long time ago.

After this game, Popovich will definitely think of how to deal with them.

But this is Monty's whimsical tactic, and even Popovich will not crack it so quickly.

So Monty just caught Popovich by surprise.

If you meet the Spurs again in the future, the shortcomings of this lineup will definitely be infinitely magnified.

Sure enough, back to the game.

The Spurs' offense this time is to use the height of the inside line.

Duncan and Splitter made an inside pass.

In the end, Split put the ball into the basket under Tucker's defense.

71: 69.

On the other hand, the Lakers still pushed the speed to the extreme.

Five people in the frontcourt, covering each other.

Because all five of them are capable of three-pointers, Duncan and Splitter had to guard against them.

And their defense gave Chen Tian a chance.

Chen Tian ran out to receive the pass.

Now it is Splitter who defends him.

All I saw was that Chen Tian activated the two skills of high-speed shaking and high-speed dribbling at the same time.

With a direct shake, Split was left behind.

Chen Tian charged into the inside lane with the ball, flew straight up, clattered his hands, and dunked the ball hard.

71: 71.

Seeing this goal, the Lakers' bench boiled.

Because of their inability to play, Jokic and Hawes followed Thackeray and began to celebrate by waving towels.

And because Duncan couldn't return to defense, the Spurs' inside line was extremely empty.

Popovich on the sidelines also stood up and shouted.

"Slow down, don't let them bring it up."

As he spoke, he called Ginobili over and asked him to get ready to play.

And Monty also made adjustments, preparing to let Jr and Livingston prepare to play.

It happened that the Spurs attacked this time, and the referee once again whistled the Lakers for a defensive foul.

Duncan went straight to the free throw line.

But Duncan didn't feel very good about free throws tonight, making one of two free throws.

The second goal was missed, and Chen Tian grabbed the rebound.

Throw the ball directly.

Popovich yelled from the sidelines, jumping to his feet.

"Back to defense, back to defense, back to defense."

But it was still a step late, jr received a pass from Chen Tian.

He went straight to the frontcourt with the ball and passed.

It directly formed a one-on-one situation, and jr also scored the ball with an easy layup.

72: 73.

The Lakers also took the lead for the first time after the opening 3 minutes.

This goal really boosted the morale of the Lakers.

On the Spurs side, Duncan looked at the five Lakers players on the field.

I also had thoughts of powerlessness in my heart.

in later time.

Although both teams scored against each other.

But the Lakers firmly suppressed the Spurs.

Here, Duncan used his basic skills at the basket to score the ball with difficulty.

In turn, Chen Tian held the ball and passed it to Livingston.

Livingston broke through with the ball and passed the ball to Ariza in the bottom corner. Ariza scored a three-pointer from the bottom corner.

After that, the two teams began to adjust their substitutions.

The referee couldn't wait anymore, and began to whistle the Lakers players frequently.

Chen Tian broke through with the ball and gave an offensive foul.

This ball finally allowed the Spurs to seize the opportunity, and Ginobili rushed to the penalty area carrying a pack of explosives.

He scored a layup and caused a foul by Brewer.

This time, the morale of the Spurs rose again.

After that, Livingston made a backward shot and was whistled for a walking violation.

The Spurs seized this wave of opportunities and once again played a wave of 8:0 spurts.

Open the score again.

Monty also called a timeout in time to calm everyone down.

Don't be disturbed by the referee.

Pausing back, Monty's words worked.

Jr broke through with the ball and gave it to Curry on the outside.

Little Curry took the ball for the first time in the entire game, and it was true. He raised his hand and shot after receiving the ball, and the ball really scored.

This ball also stabilized the morale of the Lakers.

With Curry scoring this goal, there are only 2 minutes left in the third quarter.

The final moments of the third quarter.

The Lakers Cavalry Brewer once again played a role.

The Spurs attacked, and after Ginobili took the ball to the inside, he made a big back pass.

Seen through by Brewer, he broke down immediately.

Chen Tian swooped and held the ball in his hands.

When Leonard was about to snatch the ball from Chen Tian, ​​Chen Tian quickly passed the ball out.

Curry received the pass and threw the ball to the frontcourt.

But Curry used too much energy for this ball, and Brewer, who was running ahead, caught up with the ball.

But he couldn't stop the car a little bit.

In the end, there was no way, Brewer threw the ball back directly, and he flew out of the bottom line.

It was also luck, the ball just fell on jr's side.

jr jumped up and grabbed the ball, and scored the ball with an easy jumper.

This made Brewer who got up quickly laughed excitedly.

At the end of the third quarter, the Spurs led the Lakers by 83 points 80:3 and entered the final tiebreaker.