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Chapter 770 The Contest Between the Second Lineup
Chapter 770 The Contest Between the Second Lineup
The Cavaliers wanted to score more points when Xie Kai was off the court, but JR, who had just come up, couldn't find the touch, and he shot two 3-pointers and missed the frame.
Although JR is the most stable 3-pointer in the team, he is sometimes very strange. He can hit consecutive shots against people, but he may miss consecutive shots when he is open.In G1 of the Eastern Conference finals, he hit consecutive difficult 3-pointers and led the Eagles by many points in an instant. It was his classic game in recent times.
On the defensive end, JR is not old or not good at physical confrontation. His problem is similar to that of Irving. Single defense is okay, but pick-and-roll defense is not good, and he is easy to be confused.Another problem with him is that he likes to gamble for steals, and he often makes mistakes in judgment, and he is easy to be seized by opponents and play more or less.
The Cavaliers can't open the outside line, so they can only rely on James to make a breakthrough.
Even with an inside defense at the level of the Grizzlies, James can still force points.But playing like this, he is too tired, and his physical fitness will call the police in the second half.
The most ideal game for James should be that he is on the line with 3 points from the outside, and the opponent is not easy to defend. After he breaks through, he attracts the defense and points out the shooter from the outside.Once the shooter shoots away, the opponent faces a dilemma.
But today's Cavaliers don't have enough shooters, and the state is not good enough. James himself can't make a 3-pointer.
James is heavy, he is indeed a humanoid tank when he charges up, and it is difficult to stop, but his first step is actually not fast, so he often needs to hang up the cover when he breaks through, or retreat to a place close to the center line to extend the distance. A distance allows him to speed up.
Because the situation on the court was good after all, Xie Kai rested for a few more minutes underneath, and he appeared on the court with 2 minutes and 35 seconds left in the first quarter.
At this time, James also took a break, and the team needed him to start the second team in the second quarter.
At this time, the Grizzlies lineup is Xie Kai, Mr. Tony, Carter, Arthur and Koufos.The big center Koufos, who was abandoned in a few games after playing the Warriors, was used again. The reason is very simple. The opponent is a breakthrough team, and the protection of the inside frame is very important.
The Cavaliers' field lineup is JR, Irving, Dellavedova, James Jones and TT.
At this time, the score on the court was 20:14, and the Grizzlies led by 6 points.
The Cavaliers attacked and Irving dribbled over.
Irving's ball-handling ability is very strong, which is due to his talent and his father's training for him since childhood.He can dribble skillfully with both left and right hands, can change directions, and can finish. This is one of the places he is difficult to guard against.His dribbling is both fancy and practical. In terms of personal offense with the ball, he should be regarded as the top 1 of the front 3 positions.
Facing the defense of the defensive expert Mr. Tony, Owen used the cover of TT to chase Kufos with the ball.
The Grizzlies chose to attack, and Irving gave it to TT, but it was too late, and the Grizzlies' help defense arrived soon.
TT's offensive ability is almost 0 away from the basket. As a blue-collar No. 4, he is a thorough blue-collar. build.
TT didn't force his attack and distributed the ball to Dellavedova on the other side.
Matthew Dellavedova is an Australian basketball player. He is an undrafted pick with poor talent, but he dares to fight and fight hard. His defense is very fierce, n times more fierce than his compatriot Bogut.As for whether it is dirty or not, Korver of the Hawks has something to say.
Dellavedova's ability to hold the ball is poor, and his dribbling is very awkward. If you have just watched Irving's gorgeous dribbling highlights, you can't stand his dribbling. , like an insider.
Dellavedova encountered Xie Kai's defense and was forced to stop when he broke through with the ball. Looking back, he couldn't find anyone, and violated the law in the last 24 seconds.
The Grizzlies fans at the scene cheered thunderously.
Yu Jia sighed: "The Grizzlies' perimeter defense is really good. Xie Kai and Tony Allen are already the two best perimeter defenders in the league."
Director Zhang said: "After James is off the court, it is a test of whether the Cavaliers can withstand it. If they can't stand it during this period of time, they will be more passive behind."
Xie Kai came over with a dribble, and Dellavedova here was the leader of the defense.
Dellavedova is like a mad dog on the defensive end, biting wildly, getting on the body fearlessly, regardless of whether he will be injured or whether the opponent will be injured.
Xie Kai sighed very much, because he was the same as him on the defensive end back then, but his defensive moves were much cleaner.
If the little guy wants to gain a foothold in the NBA, if he can't attack, he really can only pay for everything on the defensive end.This is something that can be done as long as you have playing time, you don't need a tactical position, you don't need the ball.
James likes Dellavedova very much. This Australian point guard does not have excellent pass control ability, but he can play with his life and has a good spot-up 3-point ability.
Dellavedova bit Xie Kai, and Xie Kai made a continuous change of direction after changing speed. The former moved too much and was called a foul by the referee.
Since the number of fouls was up, Xie Kai walked to the free throw line.
Xie Kai made two free throws and the Grizzlies led by 22 points at 14:8.
Cavaliers pause!
Cavaliers coach David Blatt touched his forehead, a little embarrassed.Obviously the team's problem is on the offensive end, and the defensive end is okay, although it didn't limit Xie Kai.
This team's win-loss value has been very poor after James is off the court. When Love was there before, he and Irving did not call, so once the offense cannot be opened, these two defenses are poor. The opponent only needs to target them. Playing the pick-and-roll has a high yield.
Love stopped playing, and basically the offense at this stage depends on Irving. When JR is in good shape, he can attack with the ball, but today his 3-pointer is not good, and the defense did not make any low-level mistakes.
Yu Jia said: "Director Zhang, JR didn't activate his artificial intelligence today. It seems that the Cavaliers can only rely on James and Irving for their offense."
Director Zhang said: "It stands to reason that JR should play more. Carter who defends him is almost 40 years old, and his pace is slow. If you attack him, hehe, there is a chance!"
Pause back, the game continues.
Irving held the ball on the right wing, faced the defense of Mr. Tony, forced a crossover breakthrough, turned around and pulled the bar-hit the board and hit it!
At 22:16, the ball was so difficult that even the Grizzlies fans couldn't help but sigh for Irving.
Xie Kai came over with a dribble, Arthur came out to cover, and the Cavaliers switched defenses.
Xie Kai faced James Jones.
James Jones once won the 3-point contest championship, and he can be regarded as a member of James' "Knife Guards". His open 3-pointers are accurate, and he is also a leader in the locker room. He has excellent popularity among players.
But after all, he is old and has been a vegetarian, so James Jones is very poor in confrontation.
Xie Kai made a change of direction. After pressing the center of gravity, he changed direction again, threw off his opponent, and cut directly to attract Carter who split the corner after pinching!
Carter made a 3-point shot-no!
Xie Kai jumped ahead of the crowd and dunked the ball into the frame with one hand!
At 24:16, the point difference returned to 8 point!
(End of this chapter)