Chapter 443: A Thrilling Starter(1/3)
Although the game between the Spurs and the Hawks is in the finals, it seems to be different from most finals. Because from the previous finals, the score is basically not too high.
But the score of this game tonight was surprisingly high.
So far, the scores on both sides have reached 115:113, and the Hawks, who played away, have led by 2 points.
However, although the Hawks are now ahead of their opponents, the pressure on them is no less than that of the backward Spurs.
Because there are only twenty-two seconds left before the end of this game, but the ball is in the hands of the Spurs.
In other words, the Spurs' next offense will determine the final result of this game.
If you don't make the game, the Hawks will naturally win the game; if you make 2 points, the game will basically enter overtime; if you make 3 points, the Hawks will be defeated by the Spurs and will regretfully lose this first final.
Greg Po Povich wanted to call for a timeout to deploy the last attack, but he found that he had no timeout to shout.
At this moment, Tony Parker slowly advanced to the frontcourt with the ball. He was not in a hurry because the remaining time was enough for the Spurs to complete the last attack.
Moreover, Tony Parker must have spent this last time, because before that, Greg Popovich had arranged offensive tactics.
If the Eagles fail to attack and grab the backcourt rebound, then keep the pace and play the last attack.
If you win, you win, and if you lose, you lose.
So. Tony Parker is breathing smoothly now and is not anxious at all.
After all, the game has reached this point, and the worst result is to lose the game.
What's more, the result of the game has not yet been finalized, and they have a chance to defeat their opponents.
Sweat was constantly oozing out from Wu Feng's forehead, but he ignored it and stood in front of Tony Parker, not giving him a chance to break through.
Time is slowly consumed.
At this time, Tim Duncan suddenly raised his mind, with an obvious intention. He was to give the pick-and-roll of the 'French sports car'.
Tony Parker also successfully inserted into the basket with the help of Tim Duncan's pick-and-roll.
Josh Smith quickly abandoned Tim Duncan and went to make up for the defense of Tony Parker.
However, Wu Feng's eyes were extremely sharp, and he directly saw the fake casting of the true pass in Tony Parker's hand, and then he quickly reminded: "Duncan missed!"
But it was too late. When Wu Feng screamed, the ball in Tony Parker's hand had already flown into Tim Duncan's hand.
Wu Feng tried his best to pounce towards Duncan. Unfortunately, he was still one step slower after all.
Duncan, who was at a high position, took a shot directly after receiving the ball, and the ball flew directly to the rebound. It was the signature scoring method of "Shifo", which was the board shot.
With a "swish", the ball entered!
115:115, the Spurs tied the score!
Larry Drew quickly called for a timeout, with the last 2.1 seconds left. The Hawks still have a glimmer of chance.
However, the Hawks were not too disappointed, because even if the goal was not scored, they could still play overtime. Although the Hawks were in a difficult position, it was difficult for a few older guys on the Spurs to deal with overtime.
After using up the last timeout, the Eagles generals returned to the court.
Al Horford stood on the sideline to serve, and Tim Duncan opened his ape's arms and interfered with Al Horford's serve.
The remaining four players of the Hawks were running desperately, but the four Spurs were like dog skin plaster, holding on. Finally, taking advantage of the gap when Cork Hinrich helped him block, Wu Feng ran out of the open position.
So, Al Horford naturally would not miss this opportunity and pass the ball towards Wu Feng. However, Al Horford despised Tim Duncan's stealing ability.
His super long arms are one of his advantages in stealing.
Under the interference of Tim Duncan, the ball was intercepted by Manu Ginobili.
But there is not much time left. Manu Ginobili shot with a long throw, and the result is imagined that he didn't even get any rebounds.
At this point, this fierce finals entered overtime.
115:115, the Hawks and the Spurs tied at the last moment of the game. As a result, the game entered overtime.
"It's so terrifying. Both teams actually scored 115 points in regular time. The score is too big. Moreover, both teams are strong defensive teams, which is incredible..."
"What's wrong with this? These two teams are not just defensive teams. Don't forget that they are also strong offensive teams. However, super strong teams like the Spurs who have been on the defensive route actually gave the Hawks 115 points. It seems that their defense is really bad today."
"It's not bad. In fact, their defense is already very hard today. The main reason is that Wu Feng of the Eagles is too sharp to break through. He can always use the pincer attack to pass a good goal to his teammates."
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Countless fans are staring at the scores of the two teams and discussing. For them, it is certainly a good thing to be able to see a battle against the opponent. However, during the timeout, a good analysis of the situation of the two teams today is also what they like to do.
So, during the break before overtime, fans were discussing the offense and defense of the two teams tonight.
Many fans believe that San Antonio's defense was not played tonight, which allowed the Hawks to score such high points. However, many fans also said that this is the Hawks' offensive firepower, and there is nothing strange about playing such a score.
Amid their discussion, overtime is about to begin.
At the beginning of overtime, there were not many main players on the two teams. From this we can see that the main players on both sides were very hard-working.
On the Spurs, only Ginobili was on the troika, and even Tony Parker was resting off the court. On the Hawks, Wu Feng, Al Horford, and Coke Hinrich did not play, and the main players were on Josh Smith-Marvin Williams.
The referee's whistle also sounded. Just now, the "spring man" Josh Smith's defensive foul was made.
Then, Josh Smith, who had already committed five fouls, was replaced by Jason Collins.
"Clang", Tim Duncan's free throw seemed a little stronger. He hit the root of the basket and was directly bounced out. Zaza Pachulia easily took the rebound.
Facing Danny Green's defense, Anthony Morrow did not hesitate at all. He just made a tentative breakthrough and cleverly transferred the ball to Marvin Williams on the other side. At this time, it was Kawhi Leonard who was responsible for defending Marvin Williams.
After Marvin Williams received the ball, he took a shot without any hesitation and made a jump shot directly above Kawhi Leonard's head.
"Swish" the ball was arrested, leaving Kawhi Leonard, who was waiting for the game, without even defending.
With this mid-range shot, the Hawks' advantage gradually expands.
Marvin Williams' touch today is pretty good, bringing considerable firepower to the Hawks' offense.
The Spurs' offense failed, Jeff Teague took the rebound and quickly handed it to Anthony Moro. Marvin Williams, Anthony Moro and Jeff Teague quickly rushed to the Spurs' half.
At this time, only Danny Green left in the Spurs' half, three-for-one.
Danny Green couldn't help but gasp. How can I defend myself in such a situation? Marvin Williams is in the center, and Jeff Teague and Anthony Morrow are on the left and right wings respectively.
Danny Green's eyes were shaking between the three of them at this time, and he quickly retreated.
Seeing Danny Green cross the free throw line, Marvin Williams threw the ball gently while moving, and the ball easily flew into Anthony Morrow's hands.
Danny Green had to move his position to the left, and the ball did not stop at all in Anthony Morrow's hand. He gently supported the bottom of the ball with his left hand, and the ball flew lightly from the top of Danny Green's head to Jeff Teague's hand on the other side.
From the free throw line to the basket, three Hawks players actually completed three passes, and Danny Green had to run around between the three.
Jeff Teague flew up after receiving the ball, raised the ball high above his head with his right hand, and Danny Green quickly rushed forward.
Looking at Danny Green who was getting closer, Jeff Teague gently hooked his right hand and the ball flew lightly over Danny Green's head.
Danny Green gritted his teeth and had to run back at a speed of 100 meters.
Anthony Morrow had already taken the ball into the air. His right hand easily caught the ball. At this time, his man flew to the basket, his tight body like a bow and arrow ready to go.
"Roar" roared, and Anthony Morrow's right hand smashed the ball towards the basket.
The moment Anthony Morrodi's right arm was smashed heavily, a lightning figure came up from the side, and Anthony Morro was shocked.
Before Anthony Moro reacted, he felt a huge force coming from his hands.
Amid the sound of the huge basket, Anthony Morrow's basketball hit the front of the basket directly.
Ginobili, who caught up from behind, barely captured Anthony Morrow, and finally stopped the latter's dunk.
However, the rebound was snatched by Jeff Teague, and then Jeff Teague made a quick dunk.
After playing in overtime for about one and a half minutes, the Hawks scored a 6:2 small ** with the help of Marvin Williams, and established a 4-point lead.
At this time, Spurs head coach Greg Po Povich called a timeout. After this timeout, the main players of both sides were basically coming back.
Sure enough, after this timeout, the main players of both teams returned to the court, and Wu Feng also came up on the Hawks.
"Drip" As the referee's whistle sounded, Wu Feng got up from the floor. Wu Feng had just taken the position and caused Tony Parker to have an offensive foul.
As soon as Wu Feng returned to the court, he caused Tony Parker to make an offensive foul, which is definitely great news for the Hawks.
The Spurs are in good shape now. The offensive foul created by Wu Feng is a big blow to the morale of the Spurs, especially now, the overtime competition is only three and a half minutes left. The Spurs are still 4 points behind. As long as the Hawks do not make any mistakes, the overall situation is almost decided.
Cork Hinrich's shooting strength was not enough. The ball hit the front of the basket. Duncan jumped up and easily took the rebound. He followed the trend and quickly flew out of the penalty area and headed straight for the Hawks' half.
After Tony Parker received the ball, he rushed to the front court at a rapid speed.
After judging the position of Cork Hinrich's block, Tony Parker made a layup and also caused the former to make a defensive foul.
"Swish", the 'French Sports Car' completed a 2+1.
He spared no effort to prevent the Hawks. For the Spurs players, physical strength has become a fatal injury, so in this game, Larry Drew maintained a strong offensive against the Spurs in the first half. He hoped to lock in the game in advance in the first three quarters.
Facing the Spurs, Larry Drew's wishful thinking played in the first half. However, under the leadership of Rajon, the Spurs bit the score tightly and maintained the hope of a team's turnaround. At the moment when Tony Parker's physical strength was about to be exhausted, Larry Drew was extremely reluctant to see a scene appear. Other Spurs players were waking up from their sleep, emitting invincible fighting spirit, narrowing the score a little bit until Tony Parker came on the court, but now the physical strength problems of Spurs players have finally been exposed.
Knowing this, Larry Drew still did not call a timeout. Both teams have only two timeouts left. The only two opportunities are naturally used properly. In his opinion, although the Spurs showed a strong counterattack momentum, in the remaining time, they can only wait for a miracle.
Wu Feng organized the offense with the ball, and now all the Hawks need is stability. After halftime, Wu Feng passed the ball to Marvin Williams at the bottom corner.
After Marvin Williams received the ball, he faced Kawhi Leonard's defense and first made a two-fold blow, then broke through the baseline. Suddenly, Marvin Williams stopped urgently and then made a jump shot.
With a "swish", the ball fell into the basket.
To be continued...