Zhao Chen's waving action made Durant very embarrassed.
The slow motion of Zhao Chen completely swaying Durant was also shown on the big screen.
"The feud between Zhao Chen and Durant has finally come to an end."
"Brothers in the past have turned against each other today!"
"Zhao Chen was too cruel to Durant."
Fans on the Internet are discussing Zhao Chen's goal.
The fans at Staples Center screamed and cheered.
Zhao Chen walked away and Durant waved at him. This action was too domineering.
Thunder offense.
Durant seemed to be stimulated.
After arriving in the frontcourt, the free throw line actively blocked Zhao Chen and Westbrook for the ball.
Westbrook passed the ball without much hesitation.
Durant catches the ball and turns over for a jump shot!
Zhao Chen rushed over and although Durant's sight was blocked, Durant still completed the shot.
"Uh-huh!"
53 to 59
After the goal, Durant said to Zhao Chen: "I didn't feel the defense!"
Zhao Chen did not argue with Durant, but responded with actions.
Lakers offense.
Zhao Chen dribbled the ball over, and with the help of Arab League's cover, he stopped at a high position and shot from mid-range!
Score in! !
53 to 61.
Thunder offense.
Durant changed direction and passed Covington, rushed to the inside and made an emergency stop in the mid-range, and also hit the ball.
55 to 61.
Durant and Zhao Chen had a fierce rivalry in this quarter.
The two started to score at the same time!
You score one, and I'll score one in return.
Other players from both teams tried to hold them down but failed.
As long as two people face one-on-one defense, no matter who is defending, they will explode.
It can be seen that Durant was in great shape tonight.
At the end of the first half, the score was 72 to 77
The Lakers entered the locker room with a 5-point advantage.
Zhao Chen scored a near-triple-double in the first half with 34 points, 14 assists and 8 rebounds.
Durant had a huge double-double with 35 points and 10 rebounds.
Westbrook had 12 points and 8 assists. Westbrook didn't play much in the first quarter, and his statistics were basically obtained in the second quarter.
If it were any other game, with Durant so explosive, the Thunder would have won long ago.
It's a pity that the opponent is the Lakers, and the Lakers' offense is not inferior at all.
.............
"The Lakers' lead has been reduced, and the Thunder are in great shape."
"Let's see if the Thunder can use this counterattack momentum to rewrite the score in the third quarter."
"Compared with the Thunder, the Lakers' disadvantage is that they have fewer scoring points. Jokic is very good, but not a good scorer. When Zhao Chen was frequently flanked, the Lakers did not help Duran with Westbrook. A very similar role.”
"Zhao Chen was severely flanked at the end of the second quarter, which is why the score difference was almost overtaken."
Barkley and Smith were also nervously analyzing the situation on the field.
Although this game is only a regular season game, it is more intense than the playoffs.
Thunder locker room.
Brooks first affirmed the team's efforts in the second quarter, and then pointed out that the defensive end still needs to work hard!
Regarding the tactical arrangements in the third quarter, Brooks said: "The Lakers do not have a second stable scoring point, so they still have to flank Zhao. Their scoring in other positions is not stable. We must continue to implement this decision."
"Just like the double attack at the end of the second quarter!"
The end of the second quarter was the period when the Thunder chased the most points.
As for the Lakers.
Scott was worried.
The Lakers' attack method is too single.
Although Zhao Chen's assist number looks very good, it does not mean that the rest of the team is in great shape.
On the contrary, Zhao Chen's assists were distributed to different players, and each player's status seemed to be similar.
In terms of tactical arrangements for the second half, Zhao Chen proposed to let Kobe lead the team with him!
Scott nodded in agreement.
Zhao Chen had already made up his mind to use his veteran youth against Kobe in the third quarter.
After the tactical arrangement, Zhao Chen walked over to Kobe and said: "Kobe, I think you need to be more selfish. I will create some opportunities for you, and you need to score him."
Kobe looked at Zhao Chen doubtfully.
Do you still need my help? Don't you have to do it yourself?
Kobe finally nodded: "No problem."
Kobe scored 10 points in the first half, and he was the Lakers' second scoring point.
Kobe felt that he was in really good shape today.
The third quarter started quickly.
"[The Youth of a Veteran]"
Zhao Chen made a big move at the beginning of the second half.
This was not the first time Zhao Chen used this skill. He seemed to be inspired when he saw Kobe.
....
Thunder offense.
Westbrook dribbles to the frontcourt.
Zhao Chen encouraged Westbrook to take a long shot.
Westbrook's breakthrough was too fierce. If he didn't take a little precaution, Zhao Chen would also be passed.
Westbrook decisively pulled up and shot a three-pointer!
"frame!"
"Uh-huh!"
The basketball bounced off the rim and then fell in.
75 to 77.
After the goal, Westbrook shouted at Zhao Chen: "Zhao, if you are brave enough, continue to let me shoot three-pointers, and I will shoot you."
Westbrook is entering the peak of his career, and his outside shooting percentage has reached the average level of ordinary outsiders.
It can no longer be released casually.
Zhao Chen made a decision.
The Lakers' lead was reduced to two points, which made Lakers fans feel a little bad.
Lakers offense.
Zhao Chen caught the ball and advanced.
Zhao Chen was flanked by Durant and Robertson before halftime.
Westbrook in front is still ready to come down at any time, it can be seen.
Thunder is ready to completely crush Zhao Chen's attack.
Zhao Chen did not stop the ball here, but made eye contact with Kobe and threw the ball to Kobe.
Zhao Chen attracted the defensive attention of three people and stood on the other side.
Kobe took the ball and launched an attack directly.
The closest defender in front of Kobe is Ibaka.
Ibaka seemed to encourage Kobe to take long shots.
No way, Kobe's efficiency is indeed not very high.
Kobe was not polite either. He was unlucky on the spot and just took the ball and kicked the ground for a three-pointer!
Dial the ball and shoot!
The basketball drew a wonderful arc.
"Uh-huh!"
75 to 80.
"Kobe Bryant!" the DJ shouted.
"Kobe is still safe!"
"Kobe stepped up."
"Awesome!"
Kobe fans are looking forward to more performances from Kobe.
Kobe didn't say anything after he scored, and ran back with cold eyes.
If his opponents dare to let him go like this, Kobe feels the need to make them suffer a certain price.
Thunder offense.
Westbrook shot with confidence, and after reaching the frontcourt, he didn't care about Durant who wanted the ball.
After dribbling blindly, he faced Zhao Chen's defense and shot a confident three-pointer.
In order to avoid Zhao Chen's block, Westbrook increased the arc of this ball, and the result was no contact.
The basketball went straight out of bounds.
Zhao Chen laughed and teased Westbrook: "If I had known better, I would have let you vote. It would be embarrassing if I didn't stick to it."
Westbrook felt angry and ignored Zhao Chen's teasing.
Lakers attack!
After Zhao Chen brought the ball across half court, Kobe took the initiative to reach out to Zhao Chen instead of waiting for Zhao Chen to score the ball.
Zhao Chen saw the fighting spirit in Kobe's eyes! !
coming!
The ultimate black mamba! !
