Chapter 492 [Playing anyone is a misplaced, stupid thing]
The Suns' strategies on both offense and defense are very effective. The combination of inside and outside can not only score, but also use double-teams to assist in defense to limit the Timberwolves' three-headed monsters, leading 35 to 22 in the first quarter.
Guo Xu made 5 of 7 shots in a single quarter, 2 of 3 three-pointers and 2 of 2 free throws, easily scoring 14 points and 3 assists.
"Wolf King" Garnett performed averagely against Nene, making 2 of 5 shots, 0 of 1 three-pointer, scoring 4 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 block. Both goals were misplaced after playing pick-and-roll.
Some people say "Garnett is misplaced when he hits", and this has two meanings...
The Suns also changed their rotation strategy in the second quarter. Guo Xu continued to play and lead the substitute. The other four were Lagabell, Joe Johnson, Haslem, and Nene.
The two physically energetic players can not only ensure the intensity of their defense and grab the rebound and launch a counterattack, which is a rotation for the Timberwolves lineup.
The Timberwolves sent Darick Martin, Spreville, Szebiak, Garnett, and Oravocandi.
Blake, Howard played too badly in the first two games and was abandoned. D'Antoni felt that it was necessary to let the core play more at this time, and then let Guo Xu rest after locking in the victory. This was all caused by the reversal of 18 points on the court. When he had the advantage, he replaced the star and rested, and he regretted it when the opponent caught up.
All Blake can do when he plays is to dribble the ball across the half court, take the ball on the outside and take action, and he can't let go of both offense and defense. Howard can defend and get a little better in fast attack, but it doesn't matter if he doesn't need him. Bale, Joe Johnson, and Marion can complete the rotation of the 2 and 3 positions.
Although Joe Johnson did not have excellent bounces, he was not bad in physical fitness, outstanding in strength, and had superior confrontation. The coach's arrangement was to let him entangle Szebiak, and this task was not difficult.
The Timberwolves attacked first, passing back and forth without any chance of space. The "madman" hit the blacksmith with the newly-appeared Berkan, who had just started playing, and Haslem grabbed a defensive rebound.
Guo Xu dribbled the ball to the frontcourt, without waiting for the cover to come, and took a step and scored three-pointer on the right.
The 33-year-old Martin is 180cm tall and has an average wingspan, so he was not selected that year. Guo Xu registered 180cm, and the actual wingspan is 183cm, and the wingspan is excellent. Guo Xu cannot block it if he strongly voted for Martin.
There are not many people who can take action easily. He cherishes the opportunity to play against Martin. He practiced for two days and did this for three points. He was well prepared, with a perfect rhythm, and the ball was hollow into the net.
38 to 22, Guo Xu’s 17th score.
Garnett received the ball and played single on Haslem on the left, and turned around and shot missed. Haslem did not ask for a block, but developed a good habit at Foz University, and tried to block the opponent's eyes and interfere with the shooting.
Nene pushed the ball outward, Guo Xu picked up the rebound and launched a quick counterattack from the left.
He gave his right hand to his left hand and moved a step towards Martin. He dribbled the ball under his left hand and changed direction to the middle with his right hand. Martin was shaken away half of his body and finished. Guo Xu used his left hand to push him and accelerated his way.
When getting rid of the game, the player's hand was a common NBA move. The referee generally did not blow, and the star whistle could be used directly. Martin didn't want to make a foul but couldn't hold Guo Xu, watching him make a quick layup.
40 to 22, the 19th point in the individual.
The Timberwolves attacked, and Spreeville relied on cover to catch the ball with both hands to shake Bale, who was chasing him, jumped forward and caused a foul, making 2 of 3 free throws. 40 to 24.
When the Suns attacked, Guo Xu dribbled the ball to the frontcourt and was double-teamed by Martin and Szebiak. He passed the ball to Joe Johnson and ran to the left bottom corner. Bale stood in the right bottom corner and the formation was opened. Szebiak hurried to chase Joe Johnson.
Joe Johnson, who was 70 degrees on the right, would not shoot if he made a phone. He then took a step to protect the ball in the middle, waiting for Guo Xu to run.
Guo Xu did not look for cover, but ran directly to catch the ball and turned around and flicked the frame. Martin caught up. Guo Xu changed direction to the left and took one step into the three-point line. Martin moved horizontally and followed. Guo Xu stopped and dribbled the ball behind his back and gave it to his right hand, took the right foot and then stepped out of the three-point line.
This time, Martin lost his center of gravity and could not keep up. At the age of 33, he was still very fast in a straight line, and his flexibility was not as good as Guo Xu at the peak. Guo Xu took a quick move and won another one.
43 to 24, the individual scored 22nd.
In the first quarter, Guo Xu received the ball and the Timberwolves home fans would boo, but now they are all quiet. Guo Xu's performance has been in the regular season. When his hands are scattered, he has a horrible premonition. Home fans have an ominous premonition.
The Timberwolves attacked, the player could not pass the ball, and he did not dare to shoot on the outside, so he wasted 18 seconds and handed the ball to the core.
Garnett stepped on the ball frame and broke through the bottom line and was stuck in Haslem. He protected the ball and pushed his opponent twice.
A tall inside line does not mean that it can be hard, the lower plate is the key. Garnett's legs are too thin and his back is not moving. No one will collect the embarrassing scene. It is not because the video is difficult to find, but because there are too many facts.
Garnett turned around and jumped into the middle, leaned back slightly to avoid the block, and missed the block under interference. Olavokandi fouled while grabbing the rebound.
Sanders requested a timeout, but it wouldn't be possible if he didn't call, and the home team was about to be taken away by a wave.
Guo Xu left the court and slapped his teammates to celebrate.
Barkley smiled and said, "I don't know what those people on the Internet who say Jason is overrated now. Today he completely broke the Timberwolves' double-team."
Smith said: "The Suns have figured out the Timberwolves' system after two games. The offense mainly depends on four people. The Suns' defense today is very targeted, strictly preventing the three-headed monsters and making other people shoot."
On the sidelines, D'Antoni asked: "Jason, do you need to get off the court and take a break?"
He hopes that Guo Xu will fight more, but he still has to ask for his opinion, which is better.
"No, we want to win this battle!" Guo Xu said loudly: "Brothers, let them see today, how stupid it is to eliminate the sun."
"Okay." The teammates responded together.
After the timeout, the Timberwolves substitutions were made, with Olavokandi and Martin down, and Gary Trent and Kassel on the way. Trent is a power forward with a height of 203cm and a weight of 110 kg. He has much better mobility than Olavokandi and has barely some mid-range shot ability.
At the beginning of the game, Guo Xu played the pick-and-roll misaligned to attract Garnett to defend, and passed the ball to Nene in the middle. The latter cut the ball into the basket with an empty cut, and then made a strong shot after facing Trent's fake shot, which was blocked by Garnett from behind.
Nene's footsteps were very good and there were fake moves, but he thought too much. If he went straight like Sir, Trent could not block the shot without height, and Garnett would not have time to chase and defend.
This is a manifestation of young players' lack of experience, but the Suns did not substitute people, and their tactics were still joint defense, and they did not follow others. Only Guo Xu was the only one who was defending Kassel on the periphery.
After several passes, the Timberwolves could not enter the penalty area. They used up 24 seconds quickly. The "madman" forced a move against Bale and made a three-pointer. 43 to 27.
The performance of the "Madman" series is much better than when he was against the Spurs. Although Wolves fans often say that Garnett leads the team independently and the other two monsters are just supporting him, judging from the "Madman" status in the playoffs, 100 is not enough to support his family.
When the Suns attacked, Guo Xu and Nene played pick-and-roll again in the middle. He turned his head and looked at Nene. Suddenly, he held the ball with his right hand and accelerated, lowered his center of gravity and rushed over from Garnett. He pulled the ball and took two steps, raised his toes and quickly picked the basket, hitting the board and entering the frame.
His breakthrough and shooting speed are both top-notch in the league. Even if Garnett turns around, he doesn't have time to jump and block it. Trent is far away from Haslem.
45 to 27, Guo Xu scored 24th.
Chapter completed!