The Suns players were numb, and head coach Scott Skiles even cursed directly.
There was no other way, but Scott Scales could only play defense. In the fourth quarter, he sent out the starting lineup of Marbury, Rodney Rogers, Beau Outlaw, Marion, and Tsakalidis. .
Gentry sent out Bibby, Big Q, Matt Halprin, Odom, and Jaylon Collins in the starting lineup to continue to work on defense.
Marbury was really good tonight. He immediately made a steal and counterattacked 2+1, raising his personal score to 24 points.
But then Bibby gave Marbury no more chance to steal. He made a gesture to score the ball in singles, and he and Odom took turns.
Odom was only responsible for singles and did not consider offense. Under such a high-intensity confrontation, he played pretty well.
Gentry found a way to use Odom when he wasn't focused enough.
Although this is his third year coaching Odom, this is the first time he has used Odom like this.
In Odom's rookie year, the whole team pointed at the left-handed magician, and Gentry was unable to make more attempts.
Their offense relied heavily on Odom last season. As long as Odom is on the court, he is the first offensive organization point, and they cannot do this easily.
But this year they have Bibby and Jordan, and he can try more possibilities.
The Suns finally had the chance to defeat a strong team and played very hard. They scored 11-8 in the first half of the fourth quarter. When the official timeout entered, they were tied at 74 with the Clippers.
Marbury passed the ball well after attracting double attacks several times, and Marion scored 6 points by himself.
Gentry returned to the starting lineup.
Scott Skiles replaced the two-back combination of Tony Delk and Marbury, and Pence, Marion, and Tsakalidis partnered in the frontcourt.
After the timeout, Jordan advanced past half-court and passed the ball directly to Li Ao in the top arc.
Li Ao caught the ball and squeezed away Penny, took two steps in a row to a position one step outside the free throw line, grabbed the ball, took off, stopped and shot a jump shot...hit!
76 to 74, the Clippers lead by two points!
In the transition between offense and defense, Marbury advanced beyond the three-point line, passed Li Ao and entered the three-point line to grab the ball and shoot directly.
Bibby released Tony Delk and blocked the middle. As soon as Marbury got the ball to his waist, Bibby rushed and slapped him down in a gambling style.
Li Ao, who turned to chase, immediately braked and then turned and rushed forward. When he rushed to the opponent's free throw line, he received a pass from Bibby. He took off with two consecutive steps, switched the ball to his left hand in the air, and scored two goals with one hand. point!
78 to 74, the Clippers regained a 4-point lead!
The Suns finally managed to hold on to the score. Scott Skiles replaced two point guards in an attempt to take the lead, but it was self-defeating!
Li Ao scored two goals, and the 'Pumper Level 1' bonus that slightly improved morale was superimposed twice. With Bibby's steal and Li Ao's counterattack dunk, the morale of the Clippers team soared.
The mentality of the Suns players was affected. After receiving the serve and advancing to the frontcourt, Marbury faced Li Ao's defense, took a step forward and shot directly!
Although Marbury's horizontal pull was large and fast, avoiding Li Ao's interference, the ball was completely deflected and hit the basket!
When the Clippers attacked, Bibby broke through and missed a close throw, but they retreated in an orderly manner. After gaining a 4-point lead, they played more steadily.
In the next five minutes, the Suns only scored 8 points. Pence scored a high jumper, Chakaridis and Marion each scored once, and Rodney Rogers, who replaced Tony Delk, cut into the attack. The frame caused a foul and scored two points.
Although the Clippers only scored 8 points during this period, they maintained their 4-point lead!
At 11 minutes and 13 seconds, the Clippers led the Suns 86-82 and had the ball!
When the Clippers attack, the Suns defend very hard. If they can defend this ball, they still have a chance!
Bibby broke through and passed the ball to Jordan. As soon as Jordan received the ball, he was double-teamed by Rodney Rogers and Pence.
Facing a double attack, Jordan passed the ball behind his head toward the top arc. Li Ao used Odom to block Marion at a 45-degree angle and came to the top arc to receive the ball. Without hesitation, he turned around and shot a three-pointer...
When the full-level 'Catch and Shoot Expert' is triggered, the three-pointer after catching the ball is +5, and the three-pointer is temporarily raised to 84, the limit of excellent level.
After the ball left Li Ao's hand, Marbury chanted "NONONO", but God did not answer his prayer.
Li Ao hit a three-pointer, and Jordan rushed up to hug Li Ao to celebrate.
Jordan felt a little regretful about passing this ball, and he was a little bit too arrogant. He was really worried that Li Ao would use the cover to avoid running in that direction.
But Li Ao ran over with tacit understanding and made a three-pointer!
89 to 82, with 31 seconds left, the Clippers' lead expanded to 7 points!
As Marbury hit the neck of the basket with a super long three-pointer more than one meter away from the top arc, the Suns completely lost hope.
In the last 20 seconds, Bibby advanced through halftime and steadily controlled the ball to run out the time. He did not help Jordan increase his score to 20 points as the commentator said.
However, Jordan didn't care about this. He had already arrived on the sidelines in advance to show off his victory to his old teammate Rodman who came to watch the game.
At 7:55, the final whistle sounded.
Jordan played 26 minutes tonight, making 7 of 14 shots, plus 4 of 6 free throws, and scored 18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 1 steal.
Bibby had 11 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists.
Li Ao scored 7 points in the first quarter, 5 points in the second quarter, 7 points in the third quarter, and 5 points in the fourth quarter. He played 35 minutes and made 9 of 19 shots, including 2 of 5 three-pointers, plus 4 of 5 free throws. To 24 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal and 3 blocks.
The three of them worked together to lead the team to defeat the Suns 89-82!
After the final whistle sounded, Li Ao received two system prompts.
Win the game and get a data reward of 510 achievement points.
Marbury stopped at 26 points, Pence stopped at 7 assists, the Suns scored less than 100, defeated the Suns, "shooting the sun" was successful, and got two rewards: Vertical Master Level 1, Pence's Behind-the-Block Turn-and-Shot Training Method Level 1 !
"Vertical Master Level 1: When the host tries to move laterally to get rid of the defensive shot, 1. Lateral movement +2, 2. The rhythm of dribbling behind the back is slightly improved."
With another skill to develop, Li Ao felt really tiring, but he had no choice. As the team's top scorer, he could only work harder.
Gentry has won the game and won 7 consecutive games. He is in a good mood.
In addition to victory, he has other gains tonight - the way Odom is used when he is not focused enough; the biggest gain is the way he uses the elderly basketball god!
Jordan's playing time was limited to 26 minutes tonight, and his efficiency was obviously higher than when he played more than 30 minutes. With Li Ao beside him throughout the whole process, the best contact point and containment point, Jordan maintained top combat power almost throughout the whole process!
This is Jordan's most consistent game except for the brutal game since the beginning!
(End of chapter)
