1241. The crucial battle
Yao Ming scored more than 20 points in the first two games, which was lower than the performance the Lakers needed to win.
After all, for the Hawks, Liu Mang scored more than 30 points and Tracy McGrady averaged a triple-double. The two core statistics of the Hawks, who have a strength advantage, are explosive. The normal performance of the drug-addicted team is obviously not enough, but in this game, first of all, Yao Ming's 36
By holding down the basket with points, Kobe has a perfect mid-range singles opportunity, just like when he cooperated with O'Neal, and the outside three-pointer can shoot goals, giving Kobe and Yao Ming better singles opportunities.
The Hawks' own performance was not good enough, so the long journey was considered a problem. The Lakers players could go home and rest when they returned to Los Angeles. Moreover, in the home game, Yao Ming's whistles were a little too many, mainly because he played fiercely and the Hawks defended better.
Bigger, more fouls.
The loss in this game was expected by the Eagles. The Lakers will definitely fight hard in this game. Therefore, no matter how bad the Eagles' state is in this game, they are still fighting hard and successfully found a place in the fourth quarter.
The team got into some good shape, and when they were closest to a comeback, they narrowed the point difference to 1 point. However, Yao Ming, who had already scored 28 points in the first three quarters, exploded by 8 points in the final quarter. This was unexpected.
Yao Ming's physical fitness was not enough to support him in playing like that in the finals, but in the fourth quarter, when he could not jump, he relied on his soft touch and height advantage to score 8 points in the three-second zone, continuing the Lakers' streak.
The team’s offense in the first three quarters.
The Lakers sometimes encounter difficult opponents. Yao Ming played too much time in the first three quarters and would fall into Kobe's singles cycle in the last quarter. This was mainly because the team's offensive continuity was not enough, and the main reason for this lack of continuity is obviously that
Because Yao Ming's link is broken, Yao Ming cannot score and contain the inside defense.
But today Yao Ming broke out. Coupled with Kobe's explosive 34 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists, he led the team, and Odom's rebound protection when Yao Ming did not rebound well, led the team.
The team scored 117 points.
The Eagles didn't have any major disappointments in this game, they just played well.
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The drug-addled duo went on a rampage to win the game, giving some fans who wanted to see the Hawks lose the finals a glimmer of hope, but more people were very sensible at this time.
The drug-addicted team played so well in the first three quarters, leading by more than ten points at most in the third quarter, and almost overtaking them in the fourth quarter. If not for Kobe and Yao Ming, who combined to score 17 points in the final quarter to lead the Lakers to stability, they would have won.
It was so good that it was almost killed by the Eagles who had a three-pointer disorder.
People are more optimistic about the Eagles.
The Eagles played terribly in the first two games, and even in the third game when they didn't perform well, they still played well.
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Although the Eagles were not very sad after losing the third game, neither public opinion nor the players themselves felt that losing was a big deal.
In this game, I must have been convinced of the loss. The combination of drug use and Odom's performance played very well, but it was still a bit troublesome for the Eagles.
Can't give the Lakers a chance to really take off!
Being chased to 1 to 2 is acceptable, but being chased to 2 to 2 is not acceptable. The team that has home field advantage in the finals is two home games followed by three consecutive away games. Once careless, it is really possible to completely suppress it from its strength.
2-0 becomes a critical situation!
But overall, the entire Eagles team is very confident!
It just needs more attention. The Lakers' explosion was unexpected. Although they almost made a comeback in the end, they still failed to make a comeback. Their foul protection inside was not good, so there are many things that need attention.
So the Eagles were fully focused. On June 11, the rest day between the third and fourth games of the finals, they carefully studied the shortcomings of the second game, and when chasing points,
Encountered the problem of improper response when dealing with the resumption of momentum.
It's because people in small places are not vigilant enough and it expands little by little.
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The finals are still so tight, and soon, June 12th, the fourth game of the finals has arrived.
After Liu Mang finished warming up, he went to the bathroom to look in the mirror and admire his "grand beauty." As an arsonist, a criminal who sets fire in a woman's heart, Liu Mang admired his appearance and thought about some things.
This game must be won. If possible, we can win the championship in these three away games!
So the most important thing is to destroy the Lakers' fighting spirit.
How can we defeat their fighting spirit? This is very difficult. The Lakers have Kobe Bryant, and this team has a very strong heart. They were so abused in the first two games, and they are still fighting in the third game. Taking advantage of the right time and the right people, the team has a strong heart.
Even if they win one game, it's a normal victory, and they won't give up even if they lose in the fourth game. The little blacksmith is pretty good at this.
In addition, there is also the matter of finals MVP, which is definitely up for grabs.
Then you have to create a different feeling... you have to create a powerful feeling that makes them despair!
Using Kobe’s star card?
Liu Mang originally planned to use this to establish an advantage in this year's finals, but he didn't expect that the advantage would be so great without using this. Using this star card is a bit wasteful. The special version of the peak Kobe Bryant star card for the whole game should wait for a larger one in the future.
Use it when needed, such as the World Championships or key games next season.
So……
Liu Mang's attention is on Curry's star card!
In the future, the three-pointers in the league will become more and more important, which is the general trend. After playing Korver last season, Calderon has been targeted by other teams. Fortunately, he successfully renewed his contract, mainly Korver, in the regular season.
The effect is really great, and it still needs to be refined in the playoffs.
Liu Mang felt that it was time for him to promote the importance of three-pointers, and when he thought about Curry entering the NBA in the future, he would be nicknamed "Poor Man Ace"...
Liu Mang felt excited just thinking about it!
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At 6:10 p.m., Liu Mang entered the Staples Center court with his teammates.
The fans in Los Angeles are very excited now. After the first two games, the Lakers fans were almost desperate, but in the third game there was life!
Although they narrowly defeated the Eagles due to the opponent's inaccurate three-pointers and the explosion of the drug-taking team in the last quarter, there is always hope!
When Liu Mang came on the field as the last player from the visiting team, he received overwhelming boos.
Liu Mang is used to receiving boos here in Los Angeles. The Clippers were beaten by him for 90 points and the Lakers were defeated by him in the finals. This time the Lakers are at a disadvantage in the finals. They will definitely boo.
The two teams didn't have much communication before the game. Now is the most important moment. If the Lakers win the fourth game, there is still hope. If they lose, there is a high probability that they will lose the championship at home.
The Eagles' goal is to win the away game!
Just before 6:30, the referee signaled the two teams to come on stage.
Chapter completed!