"The Grizzlies' changes were very clear. They also expected that the Thunder would attack the inside, so they were very decisive in their outside shots. Conley hit two three-pointers, and the Thunder also hesitated in the attack," Barkley said.
"Yes, Durant has played for two rounds, and Westbrook also made several mistakes. Oh, no surprise, Zhao Chen was sent on by Brooks. Let us look forward to what kind of performance Zhao Chen will perform tonight. " Smith said.
Soon, the camera returned to the field.
Zhao Chen replaced Sefolosha and partnered with Durant and Westbrook.
The expression on Zhao Chen's face was very calm. After winning a playoff game, he gradually adapted to the rhythm and atmosphere here, and he became more confident.
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Pause back.
Thunder offensive.
With Westbrook holding the ball, Zhao Chen was entangled by Tony Allen and ran forward.
Tony Allen's task tonight is to pester Zhao Chen, consume him, and not let Zhao Chen score so easily.
Even if Zhao Chen scores, Zhao Chen must pay a certain price.
Westbrook's previous performance was not very good. When he saw Zhao Chen coming up, he took the initiative to give Zhao Chen the tactics.
In a positional battle, Westbrook held the ball at the top of the arc, and Zhao Chen started to move without the ball.
Tony Allen was very close, but was still deflected by Ibaka's off-ball screen.
Zhao Chen continuously used the human wall to move. After getting rid of Tony Allen, Randolph followed Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen did not stop running and continued to run with the help of Adams' cover...
Going around, at the 45-degree position on the left, Conley rotates to guard Zhao Chen.
Westbrook simply threw the ball to Zhao Chen, and Zhao Chen caught the ball and made a gesture to shoot immediately.
Conley's dive.
Zhao Chen smiled and took back his shooting hand. This was a shooting fake.
Conley was completely knocked away by Zhao Chen. Zhao Chen took a step forward, adjusted his steps and collected the ball with the flow, getting an absolute open opportunity.
The fans at the scene were already surprised by Zhao Chen's fake action. When they saw that there was an empty seat, they all cheered.
Zhao Chen did not disappoint the fans. He raised the knife and harvested three points!
18 to 17.
Zhao Chen's move looks simple, but it is actually very difficult to use.
Zhao Chen needs to completely judge his defensive intentions against Conley, and then let his body make realistic fake movements.
This requires very strong basic skills.
The Grizzlies' defense was once again dismantled by Zhao Chen in this round.
"Good job." Westbrook enthusiastically came over to high-five Zhao Chen to celebrate.
Westbrook is envious of Zhao Chen's three-pointers. Zhao Chen is like a god of death from outside the three-point line. This is a state that he cannot reach.
"You passed the ball well." Zhao Chen also praised Westbrook.
As long as Westbrook is willing to pass the ball, he will be a top point guard, especially with this kind of data that can directly lead to assists, he will pass the ball happily.
Grizzlies coach Mark walked around anxiously off the court.
Zhao Chen scored again as soon as he came up. This scene made him feel uneasy.
"Zhao Chen is very skillful in using his technical moves. Conley's defensive ability is not bad, but he is still in trouble." Yu Jia said.
"This is Zhao Chen's personal ability. His basic skills are great. Basketball fans can learn more from Zhao Chen." Zhang Weiping said.
On the field, the game continues.
Grizzlies offense.
The player Zhao Chen defends is Conley.
Westbrook went to guard Tony Allen, who didn't have a high offensive ratio.
Obviously, Zhao Chen's defense made Brooks trust him even more.
Conley's touch is hot, and Zhao Chen's defensive responsibility is also very large.
After Conley passed the ball continuously, there were no opportunities in other positions. It was still the pick-and-roll attack between him and Randolph.
Conley didn't attack, but gave the ball to Randolph, allowing Randolph to get out of position and attack Zhao Chen.
This was a mismatch. Randolph was about to use his strength, but Durant quickly came over to attack.
Randolph shot the ball to Courtney Lee, and Zhao Chen and Durant completed the defense switch to cover Courtney Lee.
The Thunder's defense completely moved, and the Grizzlies' offense stalled. Seeing that the attack time was running out, Courtney Lee faced Zhao Chen and made a strong shot.
"Snapped!"
Zhao Chen's height, wingspan, and reflexes were no longer weak. He jumped up and directly sent Courtney Lee a three-pointer to block the shot.
The seal was very clean and there was no need to blow it.
“Buzz!!!”
24 seconds are up.
Zhao Chen used defense to hold on to the Grizzlies for 24 seconds.
"Well done, Zhao Chen gave Courtney Lee a three-point shot to block the shot. Zhao Chen's defense became more intense, which was very exciting." Barkley shouted.
"Yes, the Thunder's defensive cooperation is also more tacit. They have a different mental outlook after Zhao Chen came on the court." Smith shouted.
On the field.
The fans' cheers haven't stopped yet, and a new round of cheers has begun again.
Because after Durant sent Westbrook a sideline ball, Westbrook rushed up like a sports car with the accelerator stepped on.
The Grizzlies were obviously not ready for a fast break when the Thunder fired the sideline ball, and Westbrook rushed to the frontcourt.
Westbrook was forcibly blocked by Randolph and slowed down, and Zhao Chen rushed over from the other side.
Westbrook directly sent the ball diagonally, and Zhao Chen took the ball and stepped forward.
It was Courtney Lee who defended Zhao Chen. Zhao Chen took advantage of his body and directly hit the basket.
Courtney Lee failed to guard, Zhao Chen forcibly pushed away Courtney Lee and completed a one-handed chop! !
"frame!"
18 to 19, leading the game.
Such an impact dunk fully demonstrated Zhao Chen's domineering attitude, and the fans at the scene exclaimed loudly!
Westbrook and Zhao Chen's blitz attack shocked the audience.
Too fast, really too fast.
This time, the Thunder's offense took less than four seconds from the backcourt to the frontcourt.
"Zhao, Chen!!" DJ shouted Zhao Chen's name in Chinese with a rhythm.
Just now, the Thunder took the initiative to call a stop, and now it is the Grizzlies' turn.
Grizzlies head coach Mark was furious. He couldn't understand why the team was beaten by the Thunder in such a counterattack.
If the Grizzlies and Thunder play positional battles, they can still fight, but if they play fast breaks like this, they will be over soon.
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"Damn it, Zhao Chen is so fast. He can keep up with Westbrook."
"It's not just speed, but also confrontation. Courtney Li's confrontation is not bad, but she was still pushed away by Zhao Chen."
"Well done, another assist from Westbrook to Zhao Chen."
"Westbrook is Zhao Chen's true love, haha, Durant is now the mistress..."
Fans on the Internet are also talking about the situation on the field.
"Zhao Chen's appearance immediately had an effect. He scored 5 points in a row to help the Thunder overtake the score. The Grizzlies had no reaction to the counterattack of the two Thunder defenders. This is not the level they should be at." Yu Jia said.
"This has something to do with Zhao Chen's intimidation. His appearance made the Grizzlies players panic." Zhang Weiping laughed.
The fans watching TV were speechless...
Deterrence?
Just blow hard.
Kobe and James don't have this kind of deterrence either.
