The series score was rewritten to 3-1.
The Thunder's desire to complete the sweep did not materialize.
Everyone shouted for a sweep, but their bodies instinctively relaxed. The 3-0 lead prevented the Thunder from maintaining enough concentration.
data on both sides.
Conley had 14 points and 8 assists, Gasol had 16 points and 10 rebounds, Randolph had 14 points and 11 rebounds, Tony Allen had 10 points, Mike Millan had 15 points, and Courtney Lee had 11 points.
As many as 6 Grizzlies scored in double figures. All of them played very hard. No one thought that they should be eliminated after falling behind 0-3.
For the Thunder, Durant had 35 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, Westbrook had 18 points, 10 assists, 10 rebounds and 7 turnovers, and Zhao Chen had 20 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 turnovers.
Except for the Thunder's Big Three, no one else reached double figures.
The Grizzlies won back their dignity in this game.
After the game, Zhao Chen looked at the scoreboard while panting and sweating.
This was the first time Zhao Chen experienced losing in the playoffs, and this feeling made him feel a little uncomfortable.
Zhao Chen, who originally didn't have much idea about the series, is now thinking about what will happen if he loses a few more games in a row?
The entire Thunder team no longer had the cheerful expression before the game, and they all looked bad.
Do they have no chance at all in this game? It's not that they had too many opportunities, but they all wasted them.
Compared to the silence of the Thunder, the entire Grizzlies team felt relieved after winning the game.
It is really difficult to win a game in this series, which also gives them a glimmer of hope for a comeback.
People are greedy. As long as they win one game, they look forward to winning the next one.
In front of the locker room.
Zhao Chen sat on the stool.
"Rookie, does it feel bad to lose?" Westbrook also sat down.
Zhao Chen nodded.
Although strong teams such as the Miami Heat, 72-win Bulls, and Super Warriors will also lose in the playoffs, when it is their turn, they are in a bad mood.
"This is a series. Losing one game is nothing. Cheer up and try to win the next game." Westbrook said seriously.
Westbrook is very competitive, and he feels very sad after losing the game.
But he knows very well that he will basically lose in the playoffs, and how to adjust after losing is the most important thing.
He also needs to enlighten Zhao Chen.
"What you have to do now is to take a comfortable bath, then have a good sleep on the bus or on the plane, and do whatever you need to do."
"Next is our home court. We will clean them up directly and never give them another chance."
Westbrook's words are charming.
Zhao Chen's mood was relieved.
Zhao Chen asked curiously: "Russell, how did you feel when you lost the finals?"
It feels so uncomfortable to lose in the playoffs, and it will take a long time to recover from losing in the finals, right?
Hearing Zhao Chen's question, Westbrook smiled bitterly.
Zhao Chen also felt that his question was a bit heartbreaking, and immediately said: "It doesn't matter if you don't want to answer."
Westbrook shook his head and said: "I am still deeply impressed. I was holding my breath that summer. Zhao, let me tell you, that feeling is something you don't want to experience in your life, but if you experience it, it will motivate you." Become stronger!"
Zhao Chen said: "Losing can also make people stronger?"
Westbrook said: "Yes, that will motivate you!"
Zhao Chen nodded, he still didn't understand that feeling...
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....
After communicating with Westbrook, the factor of failure has been diluted a lot, and Zhao Chen's mentality has also improved a lot.
power.
Zhao Chen understood what Westbrook said.
After experiencing a failure, you will have the motivation to continue growing and avoid a second failure.
Zhao Chen stood up, walked into the shower room, and started what he should do after the game.
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CCTV commentary station.
Zhang Weiping said: "This is the first time Zhao Chen has lost in the playoffs. I hope Zhao Chen can learn from experience and continue to grow!"
Yu Jia said: "Yes, the Thunder can't reach the point where they can't lose a game in the playoffs. The next game between the two sides will be in Lahoma City, Ohio. This game will be quite exciting."
Zhang Weiping said: "Yes, the Grizzlies can breathe a sigh of relief. It depends on whether they can win the next game. If they can win, the G6 game will be more suspenseful."
Yu Jia said: "The biggest possibility is that the Thunder will end this series in G5. Let us wait and see."
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"Come on Zhao Chen, the thunder is too powerful."
"Today the Thunder wanted to win the game easily, but the Grizzlies did not give up the series, and the result speaks for itself."
"There are no weak teams in the NBA, let alone a playoff-level team."
"Come on Zhao Chen, come on Westbrook, come on Durant."
"Did you deliberately lose the away game and return home to advance?"
"Poor Zhao Chen, he suffered a tragic fate on the night of Best Rookie of the Year."
Domestic fans looked down upon the Thunder's loss in this game, which was nothing to them.
The Thunder will advance as long as they win one more game, so there is no pressure.
This is the charm of the playoffs. The losing team can have time to make targeted adjustments.
The victory of the game is not only related to strength.
It also depends on mentality, state, and even some off-field factors.
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The Thunder team returned to Oklahoma City, and it was already early morning when Zhao Chen returned home.
After sleeping on the plane, Zhao Chen wasn't very sleepy now.
Zhao Chen dialed Enna's video call. It was still daytime in the country.
Enna was very smart and noticed that Zhao Chen was in a bad mood, and kept talking about her own affairs to relieve Zhao Chen's mood.
"The Penguins bought the rights to the NBA for next season. They are now recruiting female anchors. Do you want me to give it a try?" Enna always seeks Zhao Chen's opinion on major matters.
"Okay, this is your hobby." Zhao Chen nodded in agreement.
"Hmm, then I'll sign up tomorrow, but it's very troublesome. I've heard that for the preliminary and re-examinations, they have to have professional fans interview and appear on camera to answer questions. I don't know if their questions are difficult or not." Enna He frowned.
Although she often watches football, her knowledge base is obviously not as good as that of senior fans.
"Do you need my help?" Zhao Chen said.
Zhao Chen also knows many people in the domestic media circle.
If the domestic NBA broadcast rights are won by the Penguins, Zhao Chen will be the number one superstar in the country, and there will inevitably be a lot of cooperation between the two parties.
As long as Zhao Chen opens his mouth, it will not be difficult for him to help Enna get the job.
"No, I can't just rely on you, I also have to rely on myself." Enna clenched her little fists and said with great ambition.
Enna felt Zhao Chen's kindness, but she felt that she could not rely on Zhao Chen for everything. She wanted to have a certain degree of independence, otherwise she would not be so confident when she was nagging Zhao Chen in the future.
"Then if you encounter any difficulties, just tell me." Zhao Chen said.
"Yeah, I will definitely tell you if there is any trouble." Enna also enjoyed the sense of security brought by Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen's thoughts on Enna's job are also very simple. Before getting married, a girl will not become a flower vase if she has a job.
This is not a matter of money. If I really get to the stage of marriage with her, she will inevitably become a full-time housewife.
A good job before marriage may become a good memory for her.
Zhao Chen's thinking is very traditional. When he is in love, he will continue to have a good relationship and will not be so romantic with other people.
After video chatting with Enna, Zhao Chen fell into a deep sleep!
