Zhao Chen's words are very important. He is the MVP and the absolute core of the Lakers.
His attitude also represents his determination to hope that the Lakers will perform in the next half.
There is also the advantage of having many rookies, that is, it is easy to gain vitality.
If it were a bunch of old fritters, nothing would work. They have their own ideas.
During the half-time break, Staples Arena was not idle during the half-time period either. Various performances were carried out on the court one by one.
Soon the game resumed in the third quarter and Scott readjusted his starting lineup.
Zhao Chen, Clarkson, Grant, Tucker, Jokic.
Kobe and Covington didn't feel good, so they were replaced directly.
"The Lakers' inside line is completely incompetent."
"The Lakers are now pursuing speed and three-pointers, and this lineup is like that."
"Jokic is the tallest player on the court. This is their small lineup."
"It looks like a small lineup, but actually the average height is quite high."
Lakers fans also discussed the situation on the court with each other.
The Clippers had the ball in the first and fourth quarters, and the Lakers had the ball in the second and third quarters.
The Lakers have a new lineup, while the Clippers have a full lineup.
Although there are many rookies in the Lakers lineup, the Lakers' determination to make changes can be felt throughout the Clippers.
The Lakers rookie is running more actively.
Zhao Chen used Jokic's cover to break through. After the breakthrough, he attracted a flanking attack. Zhao Chen passed the ball to Clarkson in the bottom corner!
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Zhao Chen did not hesitate to get a skill boost.
Clarkson caught the ball and took a step to drive away the defending Barnes, then stepped back to complete the three-pointer.
This technical move was taught to Clarkson by Zhao Chen.
Clarkson is very talented in technical learning, which he does better than Dinwiddie and Harris.
The basketball draws a wonderful arc!
"Uh-huh!"
65 to 53
As soon as Clarkson scored a three-pointer, the Lakers fans at Staples Arena became excited.
Clarkson came over and high-fived Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen then told everyone to defend with a serious expression.
The Lakers' lineup is younger, and although their defensive experience is slightly lacking, they are more active.
In defense, motivation is often more important than experience.
The Lakers rookies and Tucker are very motivated to defend.
Paul also continued to be pressed hard by Zhao Chen.
The Clippers' offensive players could feel the Lakers players coming up against each other. Paul stopped the ball for a while, and then no one else had a good chance.
"Snapped!"
Zhao Chen did not hesitate to take advantage of Paul to stop the ball and look for someone, and directly cut the ball from Paul's hand.
Zhao Chen's reputation as the steal king did not come by accident.
Zhao Chen is the only player in the league who can regularly intercept Paul one-on-one.
"Paul is careless. He seems to have forgotten that Zhao Chen is the steal king."
"Can you imagine Zhao Chen cutting off Paul like this? I never imagined that only Zhao Chen could do such a thing."
On the court, after Zhao Chen stole the ball, he dribbled behind his back to avoid Paul's counterattack, and then Zhao Chen dribbled forward at high speed.
Griffin and Barnes ran back desperately.
But the two men were too active in returning to defense and both ran inside.
Paul knew something was wrong when he saw this scene, and immediately shouted: "Guard his three-pointer."
It was too late for Paul to shout. Zhao Chen slowed down from outside the three-point line, collected the ball, completed the rhythm adjustment, and shot an unguarded three-pointer in transition!
It is difficult for others to adjust their rhythm after running at such high speed, but Zhao Chen can.
The basketball draws a wonderful arc!
"Uh-huh!"
The basketball penetrates the net!
65 to 56.
In an instant, there was only a single-digit difference.
With a look of remorse on his face, Griffin slammed the ball on the floor.
The referee warned Griffin.
After Zhao Chen scored, he pointed to God with three fingers! ! !
Staples Center was buzzing.
"Does any of you know what Zhao Chen's celebration gesture means?"
"Ritian, he wants to use three points of Ritian, don't you understand this?"
"Oh no, Zhao Chen is really a slut."
"Zhao Chen looks honest, but he's often very arrogant."
"His interviews often have meaning for others."
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The comments from netizens in the live broadcast room were very exciting.
Zhao Chen did not let down his guard after a simple celebration, and immediately waved his hand to press the Clippers.
When the momentum rises, if the full-court press can force the opponent to make mistakes, then the momentum of the game will be completely restored.
"The Lakers have stepped up, and the Clippers should pay attention. These Lakers rookies are not ordinary rookies. They are really talented." Zhang Weiping's frown relaxed.
As long as the Lakers find their rhythm, 15 points is nothing!
.......
On the court, Doc Rivers shouted anxiously on the sidelines: "Chris, control error, don't let them switch!"
Even though Paul just made a mistake, Rivers still has full confidence in Paul.
Paul made no more mistakes in this round. He quickly passed the ball to Griffin in the frontcourt, and a long pass broke the Lakers' full-court pressure.
The Lakers players quickly got into position. Griffin saw that Tucker was guarding him and stopped passing the ball. He decisively dribbled the ball and started playing with his back.
Griffin is confident in his back-up play, even though his scoring efficiency with this move is not very high.
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
Tucker's center of gravity was very low, and Griffin did not advance easily as expected.
Griffin was forced to turn around and shoot a fadeaway jumper!
Tucker's interference is in place.
"frame!"
Griffin's fadeaway jumper hit the rim.
Seeing this scene, Paul was speechless.
He doesn't like Griffin playing like this. This is not a reasonable offensive method.
In Paul's eyes, Griffin is suitable for eating cakes, and his ball handling is poisonous.
Zhao Chen got a defensive rebound.
Seeing Zhao Chen get the rebound, Rivers had a bad feeling.
Just as he thought, Zhao Chen hit the ball on the spot after getting the rebound.
Zhao Chen made a high-speed change of direction and passed Paul, then passed between Barnes and Redick.
The position and rhythm were not suitable for converting three-pointers, so Zhao Chen held the ball and went in without hesitation.
Cross the free throw line and start!
Collect the ball!
Kick off and take off!
He swung the ball in the air and made a big windmill, and then slammed the ball into the basket! !
"frame!!"
Zhao Chen pulled the frame with one hand and let his body sway with the basket.
65 to 58.
The Lakers gave the Clippers a wave of 8-0 as soon as the second half started.
Staples's cheers reached the climax of the night! !
Rivers also decisively stopped the game. The Lakers' offensive was too fierce and too hasty.
This is the advantage of their small lineup. The Lakers players open up the space very much, which is very conducive to Zhao Chen's starting speed.
The timeout did not stop the Lakers' momentum. Although the Clippers also scored, they could no longer guard the Lakers.
The Lakers' offense and defense transitioned very quickly. Clarkson and Zhao Chen attacked immediately after getting the ball. Their impact made the Clippers' defense miserable.
Jordan and Griffin became the return running inside line.
With 2 minutes and 11 seconds left in the third quarter, Zhao Chen broke through Paul one-on-one. When he was blocked by Griffin and DeAndre Jordan on the inside, Zhao Chen stuffed the ball into the hands of Grant who was cutting inside.
Grant's one-handed chop! ! !
80 to 80!
The Lakers finally tied the score!
Although the Clippers have the master of field control Paul, they still can't stop the Lakers' crazy offensive!
