Robertson, who specializes in defense and has almost zero offensive ability, forced James to exercise some restraint.
Zhao Chen continued to advance with the ball.
The second lineup is Zhao Chen's time to fully control the ball.
Calling a cover, Adams comes up.
After a pick and roll, Adams took James away, leaving Zhao Chen VS Bosh.
This is a misalignment.
When the mismatch occurred, it meant that the tactic was successful. All members of the Thunder stopped running and opened up space for Zhao Chen.
Bosh's defensive position is great. Although it is misplaced, James and Haslem are behind him to help defend at any time. As long as Zhao Chen breaks through, Zhao Chen will be flanked.
The Heat's zone defense system is indeed very good.
Facing Bosh, Zhao Chen did not change his direction. It would not be too difficult for him to pass Bosh.
After hesitating, Zhao Chen chose to take a dive step to the right.
Bosh followed instinctively, and Zhao Chen pulled his crotch back to the top of the arc.
Continued step-back jump shots from the three-point line.
Bosh was on guard against Zhao Chen's move, and people followed him, but he couldn't stop Zhao Chen from taking action.
Zhao Chen's rhythm was just one beat faster than Bosh's, and the basketball flew out of Bosh's fingertips.
As if wearing a scope, he got into the basket, rolled around a few times and then fell in.
33 to 36.
"The invincible retreat is coming again!"
"Bosh blocked Zhao Chen's face, but he still has to go in."
"Zhao Chen's retreat was too wide. He took a sudden step, a little, and the basic space was released as soon as he retreated."
"Honestly, I can also do Zhao Chen's retreat steps. The difference between me and him is that I couldn't make the final shot."
"..."
Although it was not the first time to see Zhao Chen's retreat, the fans who saw it were still amazed.
Zhao Chen used the step-back three-pointer to perfection.
Both the fans at the scene and those watching on TV or online were extremely convinced by Zhao Chen's move.
When they saw Zhao Chen hit the retreat step, they all said "fuck" and "it's all there".
"Honestly, I really want to learn your step back." Durant came over and high-fived Zhao Chen.
"Do you still need to retreat?" Zhao Chen shrugged.
"Hey, yes!" Durant thought about it.
Durant will also step back, but he doesn't have to.
What is the purpose of the step back?
Just open up the space and look for shooting opportunities.
Durant usually has a chance to shoot with one move, so why does he retreat?
"What do you think is a better way to defend Zhao Chen's retreat?" McBrin asked.
"It's a good idea to lead with your hands behind you, haha." Van Gundy joked.
The scene quickly switched to a highlight of Tony Allen standing behind Zhao Chen to defend against Zhao Chen's retreat...
The Heat have indeed fallen into the same trouble as the Thunder's previous opponents. They don't know how to limit Zhao Chen's retreat.
Heat offense.
James took a deep breath and dribbled forward with his back.
Robertson's defense was very aggressive and gave James a lot of trouble.
After James arrived in the frontcourt, he chose to directly call for cover.
Bosh brought Adams up, and James forced Adams.
James' breakthrough was a serious threat. Adams couldn't hold on any longer. Zhao Chen had no choice but to help defend. Ray Allen once again had a gap in the right corner!
James distributed the ball in time.
Ray Allen raised his knife and dropped it!
"Uh-huh!"
36 to 36.
The cheers at the scene were suppressed again.
Thunder offense.
Zhao Chen dribbled the ball past the frontcourt.
James is no longer here to guard Zhao Chen. As long as James comes to guard, Zhao Chen will pick and roll.
There is no need for Zhao Chen to touch the strongest point.
It was Battier who defended Zhao Chen.
Battier's career is also close to retirement.
His defense was okay in the first two years, but now he only has one name left.
Zhao Chen got rid of Battier with a simple change of direction.
Zhao Chen did not go deep inside, but immediately pulled back and retreated.
Textbook-like withdrawing hand posture!
The basketball draws a wonderful arc.
36 to 39.
After Zhao Chen scored, he glanced at Ray Allen.
Tonight, the two teams' perimeter players are just him and Ray Allen.
Shane looked helplessly at Zhao Chen's back.
This time he wanted to cover Zhao Chen's eyes, but he didn't even have the chance.
Zhao Chen didn't even look at him from beginning to end, and simply scored on his head.
For the first time, Battier thought about retiring after tonight.
This alliance is no longer suitable for him.
Spoelstra on the sidelines shook his head when he saw Battier being so blown away by Zhao Chen.
The Heat look like the Big Three are powerful, but in fact it is difficult to find a role that can slightly restrict Zhao Chen. Wade has shown in the first two games that he cannot guard him.
Only James can still have some effect.
But the Heat are counting on James to do more than just one thing.
Heat attack again.
Bosh asked for the ball inside, and James gave it to him.
Zhao Chen kept a close eye on Ray Allen this time and didn't give him the slightest chance.
Bosh singled out Adams in the low post. After a series of probing steps, Bosh chose a mid-range jumper on the spot.
Adams didn't interfere.
"Uh-huh!"
38 to 39
Bosh simply hit.
The Heat felt very good today. James, Bosh, and Ray Allen all broke out one after another. This made Zhao Chen want to kill them with offense but could not.
It's not that the Thunder's defense wasn't up to par, but that their touch was not comparable to the first two games.
It's like Zhao Chen has a fiery touch.
Adams, who failed to defend, waved to his teammates to indicate that the ball was his fault.
The Thunder team doesn't have the habit of complaining to each other. Zhao Chen went over to shoot Adams and took the baseline ball and dribbled forward.
Zhao Chen dribbled the ball to the frontcourt, but Battier was still defending Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen didn't hesitate much. He dribbled the ball twice to adjust, then stepped back to collect the ball and shoot a jumper.
Zhao Chen played the ball very relaxedly, and he really couldn't feel the pressure from Battier.
Shane's appearance was perfect, and he used the trick of covering his eyes, but the result was.
"Uh-huh!"
Zhao Chen once again implemented a step-back three-point attack with precision.
38 to 42.
Zhao Chen couldn't hold on anymore with three consecutive three-pointers while retreating.
The fans at the scene cheered.
Thunder fans are intoxicated by Zhao Chen's retreat!
Coach Spoelstra paced the sidelines anxiously.
This game is so important.
"Double attack, double attack, let him release the ball." Spoelstra shouted to the players on the court.
Heat offense.
James' response was tough. He directly beat Robertson one-on-one.
It's impossible for Robertson to block every round.
When James was about to step over, Robertson chose to hug James and let James take a free throw.
James steps to the free throw line! ! !
Made two free throws.
40 to 42.
It is rare for James to make two free throws, which is enough to see his state tonight.
In the next few waves of attacks, Zhao Chen encountered a double attack, and Zhao Chen hit the ball in time to help his teammates score.
The Heat also maintained their offensive, but the Thunder failed to open up the score.
This game has reached a fever pitch!
