"The Lakers encountered the same situation as when they lost before. They were a little stretched in the second half of the second quarter." Smith said.
"Haha, this is very similar to the situation in the last game. In the last game, Kobe stood up in the third quarter. Will Kobe stand up this time?" Barkley said.
In the first half, the Lakers basically relied on Zhao Chen to play. If Zhao Chen's firepower cannot be sustained in the second half, the Lakers will be in danger.
The Lakers need a second person to step up. Kobe Bryant stepped up in the last game. Who will it be this time?
Scott then added: "Reduce mistakes, increase success rate, and don't let them counterattack. Of course, three-pointers are still the focus of restrictions."
Zhao Chen did not put forward any additional opinions, and the entire Lakers team nodded!
The requirements for head coaches in the playoffs are too high.
It’s not just about tactical arrangements, it’s also about taking care of the feelings of superstar players.
The second half of the game started quickly, with the two teams sending out their starting lineups.
Zhao Chen muttered: "Use [Veteran's Youth]!"
In the field of vision that only Zhao Chen could see, a ray of light flashed out from his body and merged into Kobe's body.
Zhao Chen didn't know if Kobe could withstand using such skills in two consecutive games.
After the last game, Kobe was shaking when he walked. Let's see how he goes in this game.
Using this skill feels like giving medicine to Kobe. It feels good to keep giving medicine...
Warriors offense.
Curry carried the ball across half court.
Kobe mainly defended Curry and constantly pressured Curry.
Curry was struggling. He didn't feel the strong defensive pressure from Kobe in the first half, but in the second half, the shadow of the previous game appeared again.
Kobe also retained his strength and only used his strength in the third quarter?
What about the Mamba Mentality and the promise to give it your all as long as you are on the court?
In the first half, I dare to think that I was just playing defense.
Curry continuously changed directions and turned his back to cross half court before giving the ball to Green.
Green holds the ball at the top of the arc and directs tactical movements.
Thompson and Curry cross paths.
Iguodala and Barnes provided screens for two shooters at the same time.
Zhao Chen was stopped by Iguodala, and Covington, who was assisting in defense, was a beat slower.
The opportunity is with Thompson.
Green's pass.
Thompson completed the preparation for catching and shooting at high speed, turned over after catching the ball and shot immediately.
Covington was in place, but didn't interfere too much with the shot.
"Uh-huh!"
66 to 63.
The Warriors' point-chasing pressure continues to put pressure on the Lakers.
Zhao Chen dribbled the ball to the frontcourt.
Because of the frequent personal attacks in the first half, almost two or three of the Warriors focused on Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen was also a bachelor, so he called Kobe over and threw the ball.
"Kobe, come and fight!"
When Kobe caught the ball, he felt a little different.
Kobe also felt that his condition was coming, and immediately launched an offensive.
It was Curry who defended Kobe.
Kobe shook off Curry with just a simple change of direction.
At the free throw line, Kobe slowed down and settled down.
Stop suddenly and lean back!
This is a vacant seat.
Picturesque pose!
"Uh-huh!"
68 to 63.
After the goal, Kobe celebrated with a fist pump.
His touch was average in the first half, and now he feels even better.
Zhao Chen went over and high-fived Kobe and said, "Kobe, try to score 30 points in this quarter just like last time."
Kobe smiled and said: "Try your best, I can't guarantee it!"
Warriors attack.
Green advanced with the ball.
Green gave the ball to Curry, signaling Curry to break through.
But Curry obviously can't face the current Kobe to make breakthrough moves.
Zhao Chen didn't even give Thompson a chance to move, he wanted to pin Thompson to death.
Curry gave the ball to Barnes at the free throw line.
Barnes hits Covington from a sitting position.
After consecutive back-ups, Barnes turned over and made a jump shot.
"Uh-huh!"
68 to 65.
Yongsanfeng showed its power in the first two rounds.
The Lakers' offense comes again.
Zhao Chen took the ball across half court and gave it to Kobe.
Kobe didn't hesitate and made a decisive change of direction to pass Curry.
In the middle of the free throw line and the three-point line, Kobe just made a pull-up jump shot!
Kobe is still doubtful about his own condition, and he doesn't dare to attack inside yet, preferring to use peripheral finishing methods.
Picturesque jump shot!
"Uh-huh!"
70 to 65.
Kobe is in hot shape!
Continuous scoring.
The momentum at Oracle Center was suppressed by Kobe Bryant.
Kobe is the God of War in the minds of many fans. After the last game, they originally thought that Kobe, who was too old to be used, burst out with different energy and killed the Warriors.
Today's scene is very similar to that night in G4.
After scoring the goal, Kobe made a booing gesture toward the crowd, and the fans at the Oracle Center quickly booed.
Kobe also shouted in the direction of Iguodala: "You can't guard me. Just like before, your defense is still so bad."
Iguodala was speechless for a while...
There was once a game when Kobe went to the 76ers locker room and told Iguodala in front of him that he would score 50 points on his head.
Although Kobe only scored 48 points, Iguodala was impressed by Kobe.
Warriors attack.
Green holds the ball at the top of the arc.
Curry struggled to get rid of Kobe, found an open space in the right corner, and quickly shot a three-pointer!
"Shua"
Three point hit!
70 to 68.
Although Kobe continued to hit, the Warriors' point-chasing momentum continued.
The Lakers' defense is not tight, and the Warriors can always find their gaps to attack through three passes and two leads.
The Warriors' open field goal percentage is quite high. When even Green and Iguodala can make shots, the game will become difficult to play.
Zhao Chen did not panic, but pushed forward by himself.
Zhao Chen will not give all the balls to Kobe. After all, it will be difficult for one person to deal with the Warriors.
He needs to step up when Kobe doesn't have a streak.
In the frontcourt, Zhao Chen called on Kobe to pick and roll.
The pick-and-roll tactic of the two defenders was initiated.
The Warriors' focus is to guard against Kobe Bryant and Zhao Chen's shots.
Zhao Chen jumped up and passed the ball to Kobe. Kobe took the ball and hit the inside. He held the ball with his low hand and passed Green, and succeeded with a one-handed dunk! ! !
72 to 68.
After scoring this goal, Kobe was sure that his form was back! !
"With 6 points in a row, Kobe found his form and started to exert his strength."
"After experiencing a sluggish first half, Kobe succeeded in successive attacks in the second half. He proved to everyone that he is still an NBA superstar."
"The Lakers' tenacity withstood the Warriors' counterattack."
Netizens tapped their keyboards and cheered, they were looking forward to seeing this scene.
Zhao Chen tried his best in every game, and the helper he needed finally arrived.
Kobe!
No one could have imagined that this veteran would have a second spring in the Western Conference Finals.
The rest of the third quarter was still about the Warriors chasing points, and the Lakers responded.
Kobe Bryant and Zhao Chen are the Lakers' main offensive points.
They couldn't prevent the Warriors' offense, but the Warriors couldn't limit the two's offense.
As time dwindled, the Warriors players became more and more anxious, and there were more and more physical contacts between the two sides.
Green hugged Randall, Tucker stepped on Thompson, Kobe was directly pulled down by Iguodala during a fast break, and Zhao Chen committed an offensive foul and knocked Curry to the audience.
Players from both sides staged heated conflicts many times!
The referee's frequent whistles cut the rhythm of this game incisively and vividly.
At the end of the third quarter, the Lakers withstood the Warriors' counterattack.
The score is 110 to 105.
Although the Warriors broke out all offensively, they just couldn't catch up.
What the hell!
The 37-year-old veteran is playing so well! !
This feeling makes them desperate.
Kobe scored 23 points in this quarter, and Zhao Chen scored 7 points and 6 assists in this quarter.
