Griffin rushed to answer: "It's just a rookie. There is no need to deal with him specially. As long as we perform normally, we can restrict him."
This was said so wildly that the reporters exclaimed.
Because Lu Yao's performance was so good, he won 21 consecutive victories. No one dares to underestimate such a performance.
But Griffin didn't take Lu Yao seriously at all.
Although it is also a tradition for sports to talk wildly before the game, such as fighting, boxing, etc., they will all talk harshly before the game.
But Griffin is obviously not an ordinary harsh talker, and has some personal grudges.
Paul is a very stable person. If Griffin talks about others, Paul may come back.
But Paul remained indifferent and even nodded slightly to show that he agreed with what Griffin said.
Another reporter asked again: "Mr. Paul, the Thunder have won 21 consecutive victories. Can the Clippers interrupt their winning streak?"
Paul replied proudly: "Our Clippers have won nine consecutive home games. It can be said that we are not afraid of any team in this stadium!"
He is indeed confident in saying this. The Clippers' home court this season can be called the devil's home court.
Fans all know that the Lakers and Clippers share the same home court, Staples Center.
Because the Lakers have a deep championship heritage, the Lakers are much more popular than the Clippers in Los Angeles.
But in the past two years, due to the decline of the Lakers and the rise of the Clippers, many Los Angeles fans have turned to the Clippers.
Of course, some fans are loyal, but that doesn't stop them from supporting another team in the same city.
In their view, the Clippers' player configuration, coupled with championship coach Rivers, can definitely win the championship.
So after the decline of the Lakers, many Los Angeles fans put their hopes on the Clippers.
A reporter asked again: "According to the Thunder's official report, Durant, Westbrook and Lu Yao will all play today. This is very detrimental to the Clippers!"
Paul frowned slightly and said a little dissatisfied: "It is a good thing that the players are healthy. Even if they are our opponents, I hope they can play with all their strength!"
This was a beautiful statement, and his views were very upright. The reporter who asked the question was a little ashamed, his face turned red, and he silently retreated to the back.
The other reporters applauded vigorously, nodded, and praised Paul's speech.
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At the Thunder's press conference, Lu Yao, Westbrook, and Durant were interviewed together.
In the past interviews, they were basically with Dewey, but in the last few games, Lu Yao's appearance rate has increased significantly.
There is no way, fans like to watch Lu Yao, which can be seen from the All-Star voting.
However, the reporter's first question was still given to Durant.
"Kevin, the Thunder defeated the Warriors in the last game. Why didn't you appear? It doesn't seem to be due to injury."
This question has troubled many fans, and reporters also want to know.
Durant was well prepared, smiled, and replied slowly: "Westbrook and I had some personal matters to attend to in the last game, so... we had to let Lu Yao take over, but the result was very good. Haruka’s kill was great and I’m so proud of him!”
This answer is also very clever. By the way, it helps Westbrook solve the problem. He doesn't want reporters to ask Westbrook the same question again.
Lu Yao also thought Durant's answer was great and gave him a thumbs up.
The second reporter looked at Lu Yao and asked: "Last time the Thunder defeated the Clippers, you played very well, but the Clippers will definitely focus on you. Will you make adjustments in your playing style?"
Lu Yao pretended to smile mysteriously and replied in a lowered voice: "We have developed a special tactic to deal with the Clippers."
The reporters were very curious and asked: "What tactics can you reveal in advance?"
Westbrook held back his laughter and said helpfully: "It's not fun to talk about it. It won't work if the Clippers hear it."
Afterwards, the three of them burst into laughter, and the reporters looked confused.
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At 8 o'clock in the evening, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, the Clippers ushered in the challenge of the Thunder.
Since both sides played with full strength, fans paid particularly high attention, and some even predicted that this would be a preview of the second round of this year's playoffs.
The Thunder's starting lineup is very strong, with Durant, Westbrook, Lu Yao, Adams and Ibaka.
According to the data, the Thunder's lineup never missed a point when it played in its entirety, and the plus and minus values were both positive!
This shows that the Thunder already have the strength to compete for the championship, but the substitutes are indeed weak, and many times the substitutes are digging holes.
But the three core players of the Thunder have never complained about their substitute teammates, because everyone is a whole.
The team management will definitely consider it, this is not what the players should think about.
The Clippers' starting lineup is also very strong, with Paul, Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, Barnes and Redick.
This starting lineup needs height and height, organization and organization, and shooters and shooters. The configuration is really reasonable.
With a jump ball in the center circle, Jordan beat Adams and grabbed the first offensive ball for the Clippers.
Although Adams is strong enough, he is still slightly inferior to Jordan in terms of bullet speed.
Paul received the ball and advanced to the frontcourt.
It is said that the Clippers' home court is the city of alley-oops because Paul is so good at feeding the ball. DeAndre Jordan and Griffin can comfortably receive Paul's passes.
So after halftime, he immediately called a screen. Jordan reached the high position and blocked Westbrook.
Paul immediately rushed to the left, and Jordan followed suit.
Although Adams fought hard to defend, Paul's pass was too timely, whoosh!
Throwing the ball to the basket, Jordan jumped high and slammed the ball into the basket!
Staples Center immediately erupted into roars.
The Clippers are attracting fans very quickly this season, and the home atmosphere is very strong, which makes them look like the Lakers at all.
Less than 20 seconds into the game, the Clippers scored. This gave the Thunder a disincentive!
Paul's mentality was different from the last game. Although he said he didn't care, in fact, Paul took Lu Yao seriously.
When he passed the ball just now, he specifically aimed at Lu Yao. When he saw that he didn't step forward, he dared to pass the ball to Jordan.
2:0, the Clippers lead.
Thunder offense.
Westbrook has a bad temper, and he will not be intimidated by the Clippers' momentum.
After advancing to the frontcourt, Westbrook did not call for a screen at all. With a sudden change of direction, Paul was shaken away and headed towards the penalty area.
Paul's defense is very good, he is top among defenders, and he has been selected as the first defense many times.
However, he has a lot of little moves that can sometimes annoy his opponents.
Westbrook drove into the penalty area, attracted the defense, and handed the ball to Adams.
Adams succeeded in eating the cake, a dunk, and the two sides tied!
This goal is really nice. Both sides got into the state very quickly. In less than 1 minute of the game, they both scored.
This is also quite rare in the game.
