After the warm-up, it’s time for the appearance ceremony.

The lineups of both teams are of great concern.

The first is whether the Lakers will add Odom to the inside combination of Stoudemire and Lin Ying.

Because Bynum was the center for the Lakers in the first two rounds.

The second is how the Suns' forward-guard partnership will be arranged.

Tony Allen, Richardson, Hill, Butler, there are too many possible combinations.

The visiting Suns team played first.

Nash, Richardson, Butler, Lin Ying, Stoudemire.

This is a bit unexpected. Before the game, many people thought that Gentry would use Allen to defend Kobe.

The Lakers came on stage as the home team.

Fisher, Kobe, Ariza, Gasol, Bynum.

The Lakers didn't use Odom either.

The goal is very clear, which is to maximize your inside advantage.

When these two are paired together, there is a lot to be said.

Because of the two big men in the paint, the Suns will definitely have a hard time inside.

Just like when the Nuggets played the Lakers, Karl was forced to play Nene even though he was playing.

Because height is a decisive advantage in internal confrontation.

Of course, on the other hand, Bynum and Gasol can't be guarded, and if they force themselves out, they won't be able to come back.

If the Suns can take advantage of this, it will be the Lakers who suffer.

Absolutely perfect teams only exist in 2K. In reality, teams all have strengths and weaknesses, and it depends on how both sides use them.

The two sides came on the stage to prepare for the game, and Lin Ying's eyes instinctively met Kobe's.

Kobe's expression was serious.

Although they did not train together before the game this time, it showed that they attached great importance to this series.

The outside world is unanimously optimistic about the Lakers, but Kobe does not underestimate the Suns at all.

How could you despise someone who has defeated you twice?

"beep!"

As the courtside whistle blew, Stoudemire jumped up and moved the ball back to half court from Bynum's fingertips.

The Suns got the chance to attack first!

As soon as the frontcourt position was down, Lin Ying stood at the top of the key to catch the ball.

Against the Nuggets and Spurs, Lin Ying will attack more in the low post, but against the Twin Towers, he will appear more at the top of the arc to open up space.

Of course, with his current ability, he can definitely do more than this.

Gasol was guarding the three-point line at this time, and the Suns suddenly had more room for movement in the mid-range.

A simple pick-and-roll between Richardson and Stoudemire resulted in an off-ball opportunity.

Gasol saw it and fought hard to save it. Lin Ying raised his hand and passed the ball to... Stoudemire under the basket!

The little overlord Amare is here!

"Bang!"

Stoudemire pushed past Kobe and scored a slam dunk with one hand!

The Suns come out on top!

Of course the more important details.

One of the sharings from Kobe Bryant's close friend Butler: When the opponent has a strong inside line, Kobe always tends to help defend the inside line.

So this tactic looks simple, but it’s very accurate!

Kobe: How careless! If I had known this, why would I have advised Butler to go to the Suns?

When the Lakers came up to play, Fisher directly used the screen of the Twin Towers to dribble and shoot.

This strategy is very correct. Although Nash has good mobility and is not so afraid of pick-and-rolls, pick-and-rolls also have different players. The quality of pick-and-rolls in the Twin Towers is very good.

However, the moment Fisher took action, he was interfered by Stoudemire's help!

Yesterday when everyone was working together, they were already on guard against this move!

"Dang!"

Fisher struck out angrily!

Because Gasol pulled out for the pick-and-roll, Lin Ying pocketed the rebound and threw it to Nash, and the Suns immediately launched a fast break.

Kobe retreated quickly, but the Suns' iconic V-shaped fast break prevented him from taking care of both sides.

Nash deceived Kobe with a fake pass, and after pulling back, he flew to the basket and scored!

4 to 0!

The Suns, playing away from home, gave the Lakers a start!

Fisher played Nash again. This time he didn't call a pick-and-roll. After breaking through, he hit Nash and hit the mid-range shot.

"when!"

Still blacksmithing!

Live footage of Phil Jackson.

The Lakers' opening strategy completely failed!

"Whoa!"

Before the camera had time to cut back, the Suns quickly played fast, and Nash took advantage of Lin Ying's pick-and-roll and hit a three-pointer!

The loyal man, Lao Na, is continuing the state of playing with the Spurs!

7 to 0!

The Suns had a perfect start!

And the key is that all three of their opening shots hit without exception. This is a terrifying hit rate!

Not to mention the fans, the Lakers players on the field were greatly affected.

Although the Lakers did not despise the Suns, as Kobe showed at the beginning, they obviously did not expect the Suns to be in such good shape at the beginning!

Phil Jackson whistled.

The Lakers have adjusted their offensive strategy.

Gasol caught the ball in the low post and the triangle offense started!

When he was with the Nuggets, Lin Ying basically didn't have much to do against Gasol. He had to fight for a few rounds to defend against the next ball, and in the end, he would only blow each other up.

But now it must be said that Grover's training methods are good. After his various physical qualities have been enhanced, the effect of supporting Gasol is obviously better than before.

Gasol tried twice but failed to penetrate, and finally chose to turn around and lean back.

He played very smartly and suppressed Lin Ying's center of gravity in advance. Coupled with his long arms, Lin Ying could not cover him.

However, the difficulty of hitting the ball like this is inherently difficult, and Lin Ying still faced some resistance, so his shot looked a bit skewed.

"when!"

The ball finally hit the basket and came out!

The Lakers still couldn't score!

This time, Omar caught Bynum and protected the defensive rebound.

The Suns had a fast break. Richardson was blocked by Kobe Bryant's defense, but Lin Ying, who followed up, picked up the ball and scored a tip-in!

The Suns' offensive continues!

9 to 0!

The point difference is about to reach double digits!

The fans at the scene were agitated.

They thought of countless possibilities, but they never imagined that the Lakers would be so overwhelmed at the beginning!

The Lakers attacked the frontcourt again, and Kobe finally got the ball!

Gentry turned around and called Allen up.

Nash had already told Gentry the final result of the Suns players' collective efforts.

Among them, Kobe’s best friend Butler gave the second piece of information: Generally, in the first game of a series, Kobe will let his teammates attack first!
To be continued...