Start without the ball

Chapter 240

In the third quarter, the Spurs fans at the AT&T Center had already started to exit. They could not see the hope of victory. What they saw was that Li Haoyu involved the defense time and time again, creating excellent offensive opportunities time after time.

Outside the arena, TNT reporter Helen interviewed a Spurs fan who left the field early with tears in his eyes.

"Can you tell me why you left the field so early and didn't fight with the team until the last moment?"

"Fighting? You told me they were fighting? That Huaguo defender was almost riding on top of them to pass the ball, and they couldn't make any restrictions! Their energy and energy were all beaten. How do you tell me to look at it?"

Helen: "Then what changes do you hope the team will make next season?"

"Buford get out!! He can't keep Kawhi. In the end, he got DeRozan who can't shoot three-pointers. It's ridiculous that he only wants to offer a two-way contract. Rozan's nightmare! To put it bluntly, we guarded George, we restricted Russell, but Lee almost beat our entire team by himself!
I heard that Li's contract is only for one year. I hope the team can come back from the wrong path and get Li Haoyu at any cost. "

At the same time, at the press conference, Popovich was being interviewed by the media.

"Sir, what do you think of Li scoring 4+ in 30 consecutive games?"

Popovich: "What do you think? I'm about to drop the tactical board off the court. In the first quarter, we held a 13-point lead. I have already warned the rotation lineup to be careful of Li, but the Huaguo guard It took 2 minutes to close the score to 4 points!
This is not the worst, the main lineup returned to the field, he was like holding a cat teaser, waving our defense at will, pulling the defensive formation, creating perfect offensive opportunities for teammates, we completely Unable to form an effective defensive front.

This is a failed season, we will make adjustments during the offseason, next season, we will make a comeback! "

Aldridge also expressed his views in the interview:
"Man, you have no idea how tough this series is, Mrs. Lee is disgusting, our defense is struggling every day.

It's been a bad season, we didn't prepare enough, and I hope the team makes adjustments in the offseason. "

The sad-faced Spurs left the media conference, and Donovan walked in with high spirits.

"Sir, first of all, congratulations on entering the next round. We know that the Thunder failed in the first round last year, but this year they swept their opponents to advance. What is the biggest change?"

Donovan: "Ahem, our lineup is more reasonable, especially the addition of Lee. He not only enriches our bench lineup, but also gives us a huge advantage in the transition period. He can also stick to the main lineup. Combined with our offense, allowing both Russell and Paul George to showcase their respective talents."

"The Nuggets and Trail Blazers are currently fighting 2-1. Tomorrow they will play the second game. Which team do you think will advance to become your opponent in the next round?"

Donovan: "It's hard to say. At present, the Nuggets have a huge advantage in the interior. No matter which team advances, we will be ready."

In the Thunder locker room, Westbrook danced excitedly, twisting the waist of the bucket.

George: "Don't jump Russell, hot eyes~"

Westbrook beamed and said, "I've already started to envision the Western Conference Finals baby~"

Underestimating the enemy is a big taboo for military strategists, Li Haoyu said: "Bro, we can't be inflated yet!"

Westbrook: "This is not inflation. You have to know that whether it is the Nuggets or the Blazers, we are not afraid of advancing. The Nuggets' outside brother is still under the hammer by the three of us, let alone the Blazers. I've been suppressed all the time."

The phone rang, and Li Haoyu saw that it was a message from Wang Keying, so he ignored the bloated tortoise.

"Hey honey, congratulations on making it to the next round!
(づ￣ 3￣)づ”

"I really want to share the joy of promotion with you~ My dear, can you come to the scene in the next round?"

"╥﹏╥I'm sorry, I've picked up another drama~ My dear, you must work hard. Although I can't be there, I will watch every game of yours."

After chatting for a while, Li Haoyu took a shower and left the arena with the Thunder and returned to the hotel.

After resting in San Antonio for one night, he fully recovered his strength. The next day, all members of the Thunder flew to Oklahoma City by plane.

Li Haoyu was reading the news. Since the Thunder became the first team to advance, the Internet was unanimously optimistic about the prospects of the Thunder in the playoffs.

Magic Johnson tweeted: [Li Haoyu's performance in the first round was almost perfect. As a rookie, it is very surprising that he can have 4 consecutive games of 30+ performances. I am very optimistic about the Thunder's prospects in the playoffs. 】

Chauncey Billups: [The Thunder's current performance is inseparable from the outstanding performance of Hua Guo's defenders. You must know that last year the Thunder had Russell, Paul George, and Carmelo Anthony. But they were out in one round. This is the running-in problem of big-name players.

All three of them are offensive players with the ball. Last season, the Thunder did not solve the situation where one player held the ball while the others stayed on the sidelines. This led to stagnant offense and lack of off-ball movement.

This year, the addition of Lee completely changed this. His flexible off-ball movement made the Thunder's offense extremely smooth, activated everyone, and produced an effect of 1+1+1>3. There must be a big difference in the playoffs. 】

In China, the thunderbolt milk is even sent to the sky.

Yang Yi: 【This year, the Thunder are on the verge of winning the championship. They swept the Spurs without bloodshed, and won them nearly 10 days of rest time. They can recuperate in Oklahoma City and adjust to their best condition to face their opponents in the second round.

Regardless of whether the Nuggets or the Blazers advance to the semifinals, neither can solve the indiscriminate offense of the Thunder Trident! 】

Su Qun: [The Trail Blazers and Nuggets will go through several fierce battles to decide the winner. The Thunder can sit on the sidelines, study their opponents, and adjust to the best condition. It is not a big problem to win the second round. 】

Huo Nan: [Thunderbolt has a strong army and all members are healthy. Li Haoyu proved in the first round that the playoff-level defense cannot limit his unique off-ball offense. Based on all the circumstances, the Thunder's advancement is not a big problem. 】

A large number of fans gathered outside the Pisacek Energy Center in Oklahoma City to celebrate the promotion, and ESPN reporters came to the scene to conduct interviews.

"May I ask which team do you think will be the Thunder's opponent in the next round?"

"The next round? Are you talking about the Nuggets who are struggling to beat the Blazers? Or the Blazers who have been beaten by Russell?"

"Do you think you will definitely advance?"

"Of course, we now have a well-organized lineup and are in full swing. Even if my grandma comes to coach this team, it will guarantee the Western Conference Finals!"

　Thanks for the reward of 400 coins from [Zhishang].

　　
　
(End of this chapter)