After defeating the Mavericks, the Lakers' horror trip to the Southwest Division is still going on.
28th, Toyota Center Arena.
The Lakers defeated the Rockets by 22 points with a score of 120 to 98 and won their 5th consecutive victory.
The Rockets made a big move this season, acquiring Harden and Howard as their internal and external cornerstones. They also used two poisonous contracts to acquire Jeremy Lin and Asik, as well as potential new star Parsons.
Hong Kong, this Rockets team is an elite force.
It's a pity that McHale failed to unite the team as a team and relied too much on the individual performance of the stars.
Harden is obviously focusing on offense. This season is his contract year. Although he has renewed his contract in advance, he still wants to produce good data to prove who is the real leader of the Rockets?
So, from the beginning of the first quarter, he singled out Kobe Bryant with the ball.
Even if his touch was not online, he still attacked without any brains. As a result, without a microwave, he only made 1 of 6 shots under Kobe's defense.
The shooting is gone, and it is impossible to touch Kobe's porcelain and get to the free throw line. It is absolutely impossible.
However, the touch is not good, and they choose to use three-point shooting to test the Lakers' defense. Who can not withstand Harden's three-point shooting test?
Jeremy Lin was indeed crazy last season, but that was all.
Without the blessing of D'Antoni's running and gunning system, Jeremy Lin's best pick-and-roll offense is gone.
Even if you occasionally play pick-and-rolls, play pick-and-rolls with Howard?
A rough guy without a basket and a pick-and-roll
Der?
Directly flanking Jeremy Lin and allowing Howard to hit the mid-range shot. Even if Howard could get the ball and rush in, it would be impossible for him to get to the end and be sent to the free throw line for a direct foul.
The most powerful weapon was abolished. With the signing of the big contract, Jeremy Lin's courage to fight and fight was gone. Instead, he was shrinking from playing and lost the confidence and calmness he had in 2012.
In the first quarter, under Paul's watch, it was clear that he lost 183 days. He likes to play the point guard type best, but in the end, he made 1 of 4 shots.
In the first quarter of the game, the Rockets' two perimeter shots were disabled.
When the Lakers shrink and block the penalty area, the Rockets' interior twin towers can't hit the low post.
At this time, Perkins was just a make-up pitcher, a walk-on.
The result is that there is no outside line, no inside line, and the Rockets' offense is completely useless.
Even if the offense is not good, the Rockets' defense is also very stretched.
Defensively, the only one who can play well is Howard.
Jeremy Lin, Harden, Perkins and Asik, this card needs a Der defense!
In the first quarter of the game, the Rockets were defeated by the Lakers, losing a score of 41 to 29, trailing the Lakers by 12 points.
Kobe dominated the game, making 4 of 7 shots, 2 of 2 free throws, and 10 points in a single quarter. The efficiency was very average, but he also sent 7 rebounds and 5 assists, which made Harden's explosion a waste.
Subei made 3 of 4 three-pointers and scored 9 points on Perkins. The performance was mediocre, relying entirely on the opponent's support.
In just one game, the Rockets' trump card was revealed.
Next, the two sides continued to play music, and then started a run-and-gun battle. I don't understand defense, and neither can you!
Without defense, it is simply a joke to rely solely on offense to reverse the Lakers.
The remaining three quarters were just a formality.
The Rockets players seem to care more about personal data than the outcome of the game.
Harden made 7 of 18 shots, including free throws, and scored 20 points. Jeremy Lin made 2 of 9 shots, scoring 5 points and 10 assists. Perkins scored the most, 8 of 10 shots, 4 of 5 three-pointers, and 4 of 5 free throws. , scored 24 points and 3 assists, showing his efficient scoring ability.
Howard had 17 points and 12 rebounds. The data was just okay, but he couldn't bring victory.
Kobe and Su Bei scored 54 points together, Kobe had 36 points, and Su Bei had 18 points. Rounded up, they both scored an average of 30 points, destroying the Rockets' perimeter. They didn't lose unfairly, they only tried their best to attack, in front of the Lakers. , just a younger brother.
…
November 30, FedEx Arena.
The Lakers then played music and continued a horrific road trip in the Southwest Division.
Tonight, we meet the Grizzlies for the first time this season.
As night falls, the arena is brightly lit and filled with people.
During the warm-up, Randolph and Kobe chatted about a few cents in a business-like manner.
The real protagonist is Gasol and his brother-in-law.
Both of them played All-Star level inside performances, raising expectations for the Matador El Clasico.
Su Bei and Paul did not join in the fun, but quietly shot to warm up.
At this time, the starting lineups of both sides for tonight's match were also displayed on the big screen in the arena.
The Grizzlies' starting five are Gasol, Randolph, Gay, Tony Allen, and Conley.
The Lakers' starting five are Gasol, Jordan Hill, Su Bei, Kobe and Paul.
This game will be broadcast live on TNT radio, with Barkley providing commentary alongside Kenny Smith.
"If Randolph hadn't been injured, the Grizzlies would have been able to compete for the championship.
Of course, the only flaw is not that the bench is not deep enough.
In other words, the Grizzlies' starting five are capable of competing for the championship with any team.
Talent, that is, combat ability, plus current experience, have all been tested by the Spurs and Thunder.
The Lakers' offense is unstoppable, but they lack the Grizzlies' strong defense.
If I had to guess a winning rate, I'd say it's 50-50. "
"Currently, the Grizzlies have 10 wins and 2 losses, ranking second in the regular season list. They are threatening the Lakers' top spot, and their state is unbeatable!
Sitting at home again, if the whistle favors the Gray Energy's defensive rhythm, I guess this is a 6-4 game, with the Grizzlies at 6 and the Lakers at 4.
Of course, if the whistle is blown strictly and the Grizzlies take a lot of fouls without playing much time, then the Lakers will be six and the Grizzlies will be four.
Hong Kong, the Grizzlies are too picky about whistles. Their style of play is destined to be very good at playing at home and relies heavily on the strength of the whistle. It’s really hard to guess. Let the results speak for themselves..."
The game begins!
Beep——!
The whistle sounded, and the two Gasols had a jump ball duel. In the end, Gasol won and won the ball for the Grizzlies' first attack.
Guy rushed up quickly, and Su Bei quickly followed suit.
Tony Allen was taken care of by Kobe Bryant.
Conley controlled the ball to the frontcourt, did not rush, and observed the positioning of his teammates.
Seeing Randolph get into position in the low post on the left, he immediately hoisted the damn basketball over.
"Sure enough, the Grizzlies' offense depends on Randolph's face.
Bang——!
Jordan Hill was pushed, and when it was about to end, Randolph turned around and was able to perform his best offensive operation. Kobe left Tony Allen open and pounced to help defend.
Oh, my God!
Randolph was in the middle and sent out a pass. Tony Allen, who cut in from the air, received the ball and rushed towards the basket..."
Swish——!
The closer you are to the basket, the higher your shooting percentage.
Tony Allen's offense is indeed not impressive, but it is a cut-to-the-ground shot.
It is unreasonable not to get pregnant.
Kobe can't stop him either.
0 to 2! !
"The Grizzlies took the lead, and it was Tony Allen?
The defensive warrior who only went on the court to use defense to destroy and take away the opponent's strongest perimeter scoring point scored on Kobe's head.
Next, let's see how Kobe retaliates on offense..."
Swish——!
Kobe used an effortless breakaway pull-up jumper to quickly hit two points and get back the lost points with his own hands.
2 to 2! !
Su Bei started the game with soy sauce.
However, he is not in a hurry!
On the contrary, Guy was anxious.
This is why he is dissatisfied with the Grizzlies.
Obviously he is the leading scorer who can score the most points, but the team is not satisfied with his team status.
The ones being praised are the two black and white bears, Randolph and Gasol.
It would be damned if he had more scenes.
Looking back, Gay reached half-court and directly reached for the ball. However, Conley ignored him.
He chose to play a pick-and-roll with Gasol who was pulled to the high post.
“Paul was blocked by Gasol, and Conley broke in and hit the penalty area.
Beautiful, Conley passed the ball to Randolph who followed up from the left, took the ball and hit the board at close range under the basket..."
Bang, bang-dang——!
The opportunity is out.
Randolph vomited the cake Conley put into his stomach.
“No hit!
This ball doesn’t exist, my God!
Oops, Randolph quickly flew up, took the basketball, and went on to layup, and... no, still missed.
You call this the Grizzlies' own basket?
Pooh!
It's like an old 6, like a basketball hoop with a lid on it.
Fortunately, Randolph's talent was not enough, and he once again grabbed an offensive rebound. Seeing that there was no room for attack, he passed the ball, and Tony Allen followed, taking the ball and attacking the basket... …”
Beep——!
Bang-dang——!
Tony Allen's shot at the basket was ruined by Jordan Hill's foul.
The referee whistled for Tony Allen to go to the free throw line and take a free throw.
Two swish sounds, Tony Allen showed no mercy and made two free throws.
0 to 4! !
“Another Tony Allen offensive score!!
This is the regular operation of the Grizzlies' offense, using the black and white bears as the system to hit the basket.
The style of play is too hard and too direct. Judging from the fact that the Lakers' rim protection is weak, it's really hard to stand up..."
Jordan Hill is short and Gasol is soft. What can you use to top it?
Off the court, Mike Brown is very pleased with the Grizzlies offense.
This is the team he likes.
It's a pity that I can only bury my inner love.
Offensive and defensive transition, the Lakers attack.
Paul controlled the ball to the frontcourt and saw Kobe being defended closely by Tony Allen like candy.
Kobe wanted to throw him away to catch the ball, but Tony Allen didn't give him a chance and used his physical strength to consume Kobe's physical energy.
As long as it can consume a little bit of Kobe's physical energy, it will be profitable.
“This is the way Tony Allen plays!
The offensive scoring is really just an accident. His strong point is defense!
Instead of looking for Kobe, Paul lobbed the ball to Gasol and then made a cut without the ball.
Oh, Conley didn't keep chasing Paul to defend. Instead, he and Gasol were flanking Gasol who was holding the ball. At the same time, Gay also moved in to defend.
The Lakers moved, shifted, and failed to create offensive space.
Of course, the Lakers' offense is three-dimensional. Gasol did not pass the ball inside, but passed the ball outside. Su Bei was empty. He was outside the 65-degree three-point line on the right side. He caught the ball, jumped up, and raised his hand. Mark the three-point jump shot..."
Guy could only hear the gunfire.
He did not regard Su Bei's three-point pistol as alive.
But the Grizzlies' philosophy is to never regard the opponent's three-point shot as alive.
Su Bei took a three-point shot and the Grizzlies recognized it.
Bang-dang——!
“No hit!!
The opportunity came. Subei didn't have a microwave, so the three-point shot was useless.
Sure enough, the closer you are to the basket, the higher your hit rate. Lu Xun’s words are still an irrefutable truth..."
Su Bei didn't listen to the advice and shot outside. You deserved to be stuck in traffic for your shot... No, it was a misfire.
...(End of chapter)
