The fadeaway jump shot is Kobe's unique skill in the NBA!
Many Kobe fans like Kobe's move very much.
Zhao Chen's fallback caused the big screen to replay it repeatedly, and the fans thought of Kobe.
Zhao Chen looks like Kobe's successor.
"Defend, Trevor, defend." McHale shouted at Ariza.
Harden was beaten by Zhao Chen just like last season in the playoffs, so he had to replace him to defend.
Zhao Chen's offense put McHale under tremendous pressure.
Rockets offense.
Harden cannot be guarded on the defensive end, but he is still very reliable on the offensive end.
He continued to use the pick-and-roll to get rid of Zhao Chen and hit the basket, and completed a flying layup before Jokic's block arrived.
45 to 55
Through various combinations, the probability of Harden beating Zhao Chen is about 50%.
Even though Zhao Chen's defense is very strong, it is impossible to defend Harden every round.
For super giants, all that can be done is limited.
"James Harden worked hard to respond to Zhao Chen's offense." Zhang Weiping said.
"Yes, I hope to see the two of them competing on the court." Xu Jicheng said.
The Lakers offense comes again.
The Rockets focused on the outside with the Lakers, and there were no good opportunities for continuous passing of the ball.
Ariza defends Zhao Chen. Ariza's defense is better than Harden's, and Zhao Chen doesn't dare to be careless.
Zhao Chen continued to pass the ball to Jokic, and then continued to drop to the low post on the left. Jokic continued to direct and pass the ball to Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen hits Ariza in the low post.
Zhao Chen leaned against Ariza, and Ariza pressed against Zhao Chen's waist.
The advantage of back-up offense lies in the initiative of the offensive player.
Zhao Chen releases the ball.
"boom!"
"boom!"
It's still sitting down.
After the continuous collision, Zhao Chen found Ariza's rhythm and turned around to escape.
Stepping to collect the ball, Howard raised his hands to help defend. Zhao Chen showed his super ability to stay in the air and drifted from the right to the left.
A mid-air pull-up to the basket! !
Zhao Chen lost his balance and fell to the ground, but the ball rebounded and hit the basket!
45 to 57.
The cheers on the scene started again, Zhao Chen's continuous scoring never stopped, his touch was so hot! !
Harden's eyes were sharp. He dribbled the ball over and opened the screen for a pick-and-roll.
Zhao Chen continued to be blocked, and Harden chose to step back for a three-pointer after facing Jokic's continuous attacks!
Jokic jumped too far forward!
"boom!"
Harden's three-pointer also came with an extra penalty!
Harden was lying on the ground and waving three fingers constantly, venting his frustration at being beaten by Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen was also a little helpless about Harden's offense, and Harden's offense gradually entered a stage where he felt hot.
Harden also played very smartly. Knowing that Zhao Chen was strong defensively, he specifically avoided Zhao Chen to play.
So far, Harden has had an easy time playing against other Lakers players, no matter who they are.
"Robert, switch to guard James later." Zhao Chen told Covington.
"Okay, no problem." Covington was also eager to try.
Harden made a free throw.
49 to 57, the Rockets continued to put pressure on the Lakers on the offensive end.
Lakers offense.
The Rockets' defense went very quickly, and they also shrunk the inside line to prevent Zhao Chen from attacking in the low post.
Ariza kept guarding Zhao Chen, hoping to force Zhao Chen to score the ball.
At present, the best defensive method against Zhao Chen is to let Zhao Chen give the ball away.
Zhao Chen gave the ball to Jokic.
Jokic raised the ball high and handed Zhao Chen a handoff. Zhao Chen once again attracted a double attack at the top of the key.
It's not that the Rockets don't want to defend Zhao Chen alone, but Zhao Chen's deterrence is too great. This is the instinct of defensive players.
Zhao Chen lobbed the ball to Jokic who was passing down. Jokic took the ball and leaned against Harden first, then flew for a layup!
Harden had no way to interfere with Jokic and could only watch as Jokic scored the ball!
"Beep!!" The referee also blew the whistle, Harden's foul.
49 to 59.
Jokic completes revenge on Harden! !
The Rockets wanted to chase points, but couldn't catch up.
Jokic and Zhao Chen waved their hands to express their gratitude.
Zhao Chen just had a chance to step back and make a strong shot, but he chose to give it to Jokic.
Zhao Chen still had high expectations for Jokic, and Jokic did not disappoint him. He was decisive when it was time to play.
Jokic also made a solid extra free throw!
49 to 60.
"There are many changes in the pick-and-roll between Zhao Chen and Jokic. Jokic is the best rookie player the Lakers have played so far."
"Jokic showed that he is different from other rookies. His style of play is very smart and he has no stage fright at all."
Local commentators in Los Angeles are beginning to be optimistic about Jokic.
Jokic showed his strengths very well in his debut.
Rockets offense.
Harden dribbles the ball onto the court, and Covington defends Harden.
If it wasn't Zhao Chen, Harden wouldn't need to cover and just hit Covington alone.
Covington is not well-known now. Harden underestimated Covington's defense. He failed to get rid of the ball through continuous dribbling. Harden's attempt to retreat was unsuccessful.
Covington was often ravaged by Zhao Chen's retreat during training, and he also has rich experience.
Harden chose to break through, but Covington failed to follow and was passed by Harden. Harden missed Jokic's rhythm to collect the ball and stepped forward, and was about to get a layup.
A dark shadow is coming! !
Before Harden's layup hit the board!
"Snapped!"
Press the ball against the backboard with one palm.
Zhao Chen completed the nail-biting block on Harden and knocked Harden down at the same time.
Zhao Chen caught the ball and launched a fast break directly on the spot.
Ariza chases Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen's sprint accelerated the Lakers' rhythm.
The Lakers have high requirements for transition this season.
Conversion is one of the most efficient ways. As long as you have the opportunity, don't miss the opportunity to convert.
But Ariza's defensive position was very good, and he successfully slowed down Zhao Chen.
Jokic was very smart. When he saw Zhao Chen was in trouble, he immediately came to cover.
Jokic and Zhao Chen exchanged hands, and Zhao Chen eased the rhythm again.
Jokic once again helped Zhao Chen open up a gap.
Zhao Chen singled out Jones in a misplaced position.
Zhao Chen singled out almost all of the Rockets starters. Jones was the only Rocket starter tonight who did not misplace his defense against Zhao Chen.
Jones' footwork is good, but his defensive awareness cannot be said to be very good.
After Zhao Chen changed directions continuously, he easily found the rhythm difference with Jones.
Retreat to the top of the arc and beyond the three-point line.
Still extremely domineering, taking a step back and combining with a jump shot!
Jones showed a defensive look and pounced on him.
But it's no use.
"Uh-huh!"
You have to go in when you have to!
49 to 63.
The score was stretched again....
"Oh oh oh!!"
"pretty!!"
"nice shot!"
The fans at the scene continued to climax.
Zhao Chen's singles play was too unsolvable.
Zhao Chen nodded at Jokic and said, "Well done."
The Lakers need someone to help him, otherwise he will fall into the same predicament as Kobe Bryant in 2006!
The personal data was off the charts, but the team lost.
The Lakers have many rookies, but the potential these rookies occasionally show still makes Zhao Chen feel gratified.
....
The first half of the game passed in the duel between Zhao Chen and Harden.
The halftime score was fixed at 60-76.
Zhao Chen scored 37 points, 10 assists and 7 rebounds at halftime.
Harden also scored 22 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds.
The confrontation between the two superstars is the biggest highlight tonight.
