Chapter 679 [Key three-pointer, reversal to win]
The 76ers' offense has always been very poor and cannot break through the Bulls' defense line.
Chicks emphasized the offense, allowing young player Sadison to continue playing, center forward Evans played small ball tactics, and Dalem Porter rested.
Evans is more mobile than a big center and has good ability to grab frontcourt rebounds. When he misses his shots on the outside, grabbing frontcourt rebounds is also a good way to break the deadlock.
At this time, all the 76ers wanted to win, and Chicks didn't expect to eliminate the Bulls in an upset and win a game, and this season was considered a success.
Iguodala listened quietly to the tactical arrangements, but the coach did not let him take the lead.
He breathed a sigh of relief and a little depressed. As the core, he should take on the task of playing key balls, but his strength is limited and he still only scored 8 points and was defended to death.
At the end of the timeout, veteran Miller dribbled the ball through the half and passed it to Louis Williams according to the coach's arrangement. Evans went to the outside to cover him.
Of course, such a simple tactic cannot easily score. Lewis fills the spot, Wang Jun chases from behind to form a double team, and Williams passes the ball to the right bottom corner.
Sadison Yang was too far from the basket and didn't dare to shoot at the open space. When Miller received the pass, Du Hong followed suit.
Miller played single with the ball, Hill retracted and double-teamed within the three-point line, and Iguodala was released on the outside again.
The reason why the Sixers played double guard at Williams at the last moment was because Iguodala's offense was not good enough, and it would be difficult for Sefrosa to throw the ball into it.
Iguodala passed the ball again. Seeing that it was almost 24 seconds, Saidis Yang received the ball from a low post and turned to the middle and forced a jump shot. Under the interference of Lewis, Wang Jun grabbed the backcourt rebound.
Du Hong brought the ball to Lewis through the half, Wang Jun went to the right corner to catch the ball, and all his teammates pulled away.
Lewis had a good time to pass the ball. Wang Jun dribbled the ball at 45 degrees. Amundson suddenly came out to cover him. When the 76ers called the timeout, Skeles also arranged an offensive tactic.
No one gave Wang Jun a cover for 6 minutes before, but now this suddenly worked.
Wang Jun got rid of Iguodala, dribbled the ball to the middle and stopped with the ball with a quick stop. His right foot was the axis and his left foot retreated. He shook the ball with a sway.
Evans rushed out to defend. He raised his hands to interfere with his legs. The choice was very correct. If he jumped, he might be fouled by Wang Jun.
After pretending to move, Wang Jun retracted his left foot, took another step forward and jumped forward, hit Evans, and threw the ball towards the basket with one hand with his right hand.
The two had physical contact, and Evans raised his hands and didn't jump. The referee did not call a foul. But he couldn't block the shot either.
Wang Jun jumped forward and made a move. Iguodala caught up with him but failed to block the block. The ball fell into the basket after hitting the board.
87 to 86, the 31st point in the individual.
Wang Jun took a lot of shots, and 31 points were not a big deal for him. However, the home fans called out MVP together. At the critical moment, he withstood the pressure and scored 18 points in the final quarter.
Zhang Heli shouted: "In the end, it depends on Wang Jun. When his teammates don't dare to play, he dares to continue to shoot. And he makes a move. With this, many stars cannot compare with him. He has a big heart."
Yu Jia said: "There are 51 seconds left. Let's see how the 76ers play, the score has not yet been opened."
After the pick-and-roll, Iguodala received the ball in the middle and cut it. Hill's experience helped the team. He stood up and was knocked to the ground by Iguodala. The referee blew the ball and hit someone.
The performance of the two teams was two extremes. The fans stood up and ovated and cheered, and the ball was on the side of the Bulls.
In 36.4 seconds, the Bulls controlled the rhythm. Du Hong was not in a hurry to pass the ball when he was taken to the frontcourt, and controlling the ball wasted time.
It's very smart to play like this. The opponent is very strict with Wang Jun. It is easy to make mistakes when passing the ball rashly. In the last five seconds, the two double-teamed Wang Jun, and Du Hong passed it to Lewis. The latter had a height advantage in facing Sadison and missed the mid-range shot under interference.
Iguodala grabbed the rebound and launched a fast break immediately, giving it to Williams, who led the ball over half to attract Wang Jun to defend and pass it to Miller.
Miller turned around and forced a breakthrough successfully with Du Hong on his back. He was too strong. Du Hong quickly fouled and hugged Miller.
Du Hong did not react slowly and made a timely foul, otherwise it would be an easy layup. The ball was shot in a hurry and didn't touch the basket. Miller went to the free throw line.
Veteran Miller withstood the pressure and made two free throws with interference from the Bulls home fans. 87 to 88.
Skeles called for a timeout to arrange tactics, with 18.3 seconds left.
Zhang Heli sighed: "It's the most exciting moment. The Bulls are one point behind and they have a chance to win."
Yu Jia said: "The ball must be given to Wang Jun. I don't know how he will play, or to shoot one quickly or attract double-team passes. Today, the touch is not good, and passing the ball to the teammates may not be able to seize the opportunity."
Skyles replaced David Lee and replaced Ammondson. The forward line was Novak and Lewis, and Hill ended up. Calderon partnered with Wang Jun from the outside.
This is the attack lineup, and he arranged the tactics and said: "Quickly lead the half, Wang and David play pick-and-roll, and you can take a direct shot or break through when you catch the ball. If you attract double-teams, you can give three-pointers to the periphery. No matter who catches the ball and shoots quickly, you have the advantage of height. If you can't shoot, you can grab rebounds. If you can't grab rebounds, you can also foul and send the opponent's free throw. If you fall behind, you will also have a chance to hit another goal and make overtime."
Only one point behind, Skeles believes the team can catch up.
The 76ers wanted to defend their advantage, so they were on the defensive lineup. Seffrosa and Delhamport returned to the court and replaced Sadison Young and Williams.
The baseline ball was sent, and the 76ers pressed in the frontcourt. Calderon was double-teamed and made a mistake, and the ball was passed to Wang Jun.
Wang Jun brought to the frontcourt to attract double-teams from Evans and Iguodala, and the ball was distributed to Lewis.
Lewis received the ball with a 50-degree three-pointer from the right, and Dalemport made a slow defense. The chance was already very good, but it was only slightly disturbed, but the ball missed the basket.
As the second in commander, Lewis' heart is not big enough.
Wang Jun was extremely clear-headed. After passing the ball, he rushed straight to the penalty area, making a accurate judgment, and snatched a priceless frontcourt rebound.
He swung his vile on the left, and Iguodala jumped up to cover and flew past him.
Wang Jun shook his hands again, but he didn't throw them yet, and this time he shook Evans away.
Dalemport also retreated to the inside, Wang Jun made an unexpected choice and passed the ball out of the outside, giving Lewis 50 degrees to the right.
Three players from the 76ers arrived near the penalty area, Miller followed Calderon, Sefrosa followed Novak, and Lewis got a big open spot!
Lewis received the ball and adjusted it and made a jump shot. This time the rhythm was perfect, as easy as practice, and the ball entered! 90 to 88.
When Wang Jun returned to defense, he clapped Lewis and the two of them had a tacit understanding at the critical moment.
Wang Jun proved that he was not alone, and that he would pass on the chances of being a teammate; Lewis proved that he did not sign a big contract in vain, and he did not disappoint Wang Jun's trust.
76ers coach Chicks called for a timeout, and there were 10.7 seconds of offensive time. Green missed a three-pointer, and Wang Jun grabbed the backcourt rebound, and the opponent could only adopt a foul tactic.
Wang Jun did not give the 76ers any chance, and made two free throws steadily, helping the team lead by 4 points with 5.6 seconds left in the game. When he made a free throw, the home fans shouted MVP again.
After Williams missed a three-pointer, the Bulls reversed and won the game 92-88!
Chapter completed!