After the opening, the Nuggets' first two rounds of offense were completed by Anthony and Iverson respectively.
Unfortunately, both men's shots were slightly different.
Offensive and defensive transition, the Suns' counterattack.
Nash and Stoudemire used a pick-and-roll at the top of the arc, but in this round, Iverson directly bypassed the screen.
Nash handed the ball to Stoudemire who followed him, and Stoudemire had a confrontation with Camby.
After getting rid of Camby, Stoudemire will attack the basket.
However, Kenyon Martin quickly rose into the air from the side, and this defense was very good.
Kenyon Martin slapped the ball directly onto the backboard.
Needless to say, Kenyon Martin's physical fitness is also very tough, his playing speed is very fast, his athletic ability is off the charts, and he is an out-and-out "brutal" power forward.
Historically, this season, Kenyon Martin will suffer injuries. After undergoing surgery, his athletic ability will be greatly reduced.
But perhaps it was the "butterfly effect" brought by Li Yan. Not only was Kenyon Martin not injured, he actually performed his best performance since leaving the Nets.
Li Yan got the basketball and started to push back.
His long pass found Iverson who was about to leave, and Iverson made an easy layup.
2 to 3!
This season, in order to integrate into the team, "Answer" has made a lot of sacrifices.
Iverson's ball usage rate is lower than in his rookie season. In positional battles, Iverson rarely holds the ball.
He put more energy into offense and defense transitions and running without the ball.
This season, Iverson's overall shooting percentage has reached 48.6%, and his three-point shooting percentage has reached 37.4%.
Both of these statistics are new highs in Iverson's career. Previously, Iverson's highest shooting percentage in a season was only 46%, which was still in the distant 97-98 season.
Facts have proved that the transformation effect of "Answer" is still good. Although it is due to the blessing of Li Yan's skills, Iverson's own efforts for transformation cannot be denied.
The turn of the sun.
This time Marion covered his crotch and lifted it up to cover Nash.
Anthony did not follow. He was attracted by the breakthrough Nash, and Marion was left open at the top of the arc.
Nash gave the ball out, but Marion didn't take a shot. He gave the ball back to Diaw, who was in the high post.
As soon as Diaw caught the ball, Kenyon Martin followed.
The Suns failed to get a chance through continuous passes, and the Nuggets' defense was very tight.
At this time, the 24-second attack time is almost up, and someone must step forward to "take over".
Nash used an off-ball screen from one side and rushed over.
Diaw decisively passed the blame, and Nash made a jump shot under the interference of Iverson.
Nuggets offense.
Li Yan was "crotch-picked" by Laga Bale before halftime this time.
Good guy, I didn’t expect that besides chokehold, you are also good at crotch picking.
This is somewhat "crazy".
Even if Li Yan's passing control is at full level, but with such a height, he is constantly being attacked. Li Yan needs to lower his center of gravity. It is really tiring to keep bending over.
Li Yan held up Laga Bell, and when the opportunity arose, he immediately stepped forward with his "long legs" and quickly came to the frontcourt.
Li Yan gave the ball to Iverson and squeezed in.
There is still a difference in giving the ball to Iverson and Anthony.
Iverson will return the ball to Li Yan, which can be used as a transition point; but when the ball reaches Anthony's hands, there is usually no return.
Unless faced with a double team, Melo won't pass the ball at all.
Of course, Li Yan can also understand. After all, in the consciousness of "offensive kaleidoscope", being singled out is equal to an opportunity. There is no reason not to attack.
This is also the reason why Anthony scores high, but his efficiency is average. After all, no matter how accurate your pull-up is, and no matter how graceful your emergency stop is, is it really possible to directly attack the basket?
But precisely because of this, Li Yan was able to thrive in the Nuggets.
If he were on a team with a certain "Chosen One", Li Yan would most likely be a corner character.
Li Yan turned his back to gain position, and Iverson passed the ball over.
This time, Laga Bell was completely unable to use his strength. Li Yan's height and wingspan allowed him to hit high.
If Li Yan doesn't dribble, Laga Bell won't even have a chance to make a move. He can't really "pick his crotch" directly.
Li Yan faced a confrontation with his back, and immediately turned sideways. Laga Bell had no choice but to watch as Li Yan completed the hook.
The basketball flew over Laga Bell's head, "Whoosh!" and hit the net.
"Shet!" D'Antoni cursed angrily on the sidelines. In this day and age, no serious person can practice hooks without doing anything!
"Wow! Beautiful hook, Li Yan's back makes Laga Bell unable to do anything." Director Zhang explained: "Playing very smart, just play him like this."
Yu Jia also laughed: "Raja Bell can't reach it at all. If Li Yan doesn't dribble, there is no chance for Ragah Bell."
The pace of this game was slow and not a typical Suns-Nuggets game.
The consecutive rounds of both sides are positional battles, and there are few opportunities to push fast breaks.
This resulted in low offensive efficiency for both teams.
"Little Bully" Stoudemire continued to attack the Nuggets inside, and Camby committed two fouls in less than half a quarter. This is a big hidden danger for tonight's game.
Laga Bell was beaten by Li Yan from behind one after another and was completely unable to withstand it.
D'Antoni could only arrange for Marion to come over to help defend. In this way, Li Yan restrained the two.
There will be open opportunities on the Nuggets court.
What the Suns chose to sell short was the Nuggets' inside man.
After Marion helped defend Li Yan, Diaw went to defend "Melon" Anthony.
"Little Bully" Stoudemire supports the Suns' defense in the interior.
If Kenyon Martin and Marcus Camby have a mid-range shot, the Nuggets will take a lot of initiative.
It's a pity that they don't have it. Even with the blessing of Li Yan's "Cake Master", their mid-range shooting rate is still less than 50%.
Stoudemire showed confidence, and he moved around the basket.
Facing the Nuggets' two tough guys (rough guys), Stoudemire's second-rate defense actually produced first-rate results.
Nuggets veteran coach George Karl on the sidelines was so angry that these two brothers were even rougher than "Rain Man" Kemp back then.
The two teams continued to see each other on the score, and D'Antoni and George Karl also began to change their formations.
On the Nuggets side, they replaced Nene Hilario. Nene's jumping affects his rebounding ability and rim protection ability, but his offensive methods are the best among the "three strong men" of the Nuggets inside.
Nene and Camby partnered inside, and George Karl's substitution was very targeted.
The Suns replaced "Brazilian Lightning" Barbosa to increase their offensive firepower.
In addition, Li Yan, who was so annoyed by Laga Bell, finally couldn't bear it anymore.
He used the status card "Eagle Eye".
In this way, Li Yan not only got the blessing of vision, but also got a super bUff that can't be interrupted when dribbling.
Finally, my mother no longer has to worry about me being "crotched" by Bell.
