NBA's strongest prince

Chapter 390
Before Russell came on the court, the Lakers actually used a three-pointer to overtake. Kobe, Walton and Vujacic all made hits.

But as soon as he came up, he teamed up with Ray Allen to score 7 points, and the Suns turned the score over again.

Russell is not on the court, maybe the current Suns can be considered a strong team, but only with him on the court, the Suns are the undoubted Finals team.

Then the scores of the two teams entered a stalemate stage, and soon reached the last 5 minutes of the game.

At this time, the Suns were already attacking Kobe in an all-round way, and the Lakers also supported Russell.

Both sides missed several rounds in a row, and in the end it was Russell who broke the deadlock with a two-pointer.

Two points is not a cost-effective choice. It is difficult to guarantee the shooting rate and it is not a three-pointer, but this position is indeed more difficult to defend at critical moments, so it is still necessary to work hard.

After Russell hit, Kobe also made a magically difficult hit.

Kobe Bryant is still a very energetic player. On the field of play, the stronger the belief in many cases, the higher the degree of completion in the action and the key ball can be hit.

Moreover, now the Lakers are not a starting lineup or a small lineup, but a relatively tall lineup.

Because Kobe was the main attack and the game was closer, they reversed.

Vujacic and Radmanovic, the two players with the best outside touch in this game, are both on the field. Kobe is directly in the first position, responsible for offense and marking Russell at the same time.

Gasol and Odom are used to grab rebounds and pass the ball. This lineup must have shortcomings in defense, but it is not bad to fight for stars at the last moment.

Russell definitely couldn't handle Kobe, so the Suns instead made a small lineup, letting Ray Allen and Hill come, and Durant went to the fourth position again.

It will be more difficult for Russell to switch to Vujacic than to face Fisher, but the role players at the last moment are all decorations, so there will be no trouble.

Fans are more concerned about the direct confrontation between Russell and Kobe, whether Kobe can restrain Russell.

Russell also wanted to know, but in a real fight, he just called a cover, and Kobe couldn't be consumed in a few minutes. Russell would not confront the opponent head-on, and he wanted to win the game safely.

If the Lakers had played like this before, he would have singled out Kobe a few times, and it doesn't make sense now.

"Come on, man..." Kobe tried provocatively.

He didn't bother to open his mouth when he found that Russell didn't accept the move at all. After all, he still had to attack, and he was tired now.

Kobe hit three consecutive attacks, and they were all of high difficulty. Facing a big back from the pincer, or a small jump to pull up forcibly, his performance can be said to be perfect.

But they did not defend the sun, Russell hit two goals in a row and assisted Stoudemire once.

In the last 2 minutes, Kobe hit again, and the difference between the two teams was only 3 points.

When it was the sun's turn to attack, Russell came to the frontcourt with the ball again, taking his time and not deliberately pressing the time.

Kobe opened his hands and took the initiative to step forward. He was not worried that Russell would pass him, as he could follow him quickly.

Russell put one hand in front of him to stop Bryant from approaching, then called for cover and moved sideways.

The sun's pick-and-roll coordination has been perfected, and Stoudemire came over and blocked Kobe.

But Kobe didn't make a substitution immediately, but forced his way through.

At this time, Kobe wants to bet that the Suns will be Russell's shot, and if Russell passes to Stoudemire, there are still people behind the Lakers, and they can foul even if it is too late to defend.

There is nothing wrong with being more ruthless and decisive at the last moment of the game.

It's just that Kobe still needs a little time to get around. It was at this gap that Russell pulled up, leaned back slightly, and hit the same two points.

Kobe couldn't help but swear, and Russell was too decisive and steady.

Then the Lakers attacked quickly, and Kobe didn't hesitate at all. When the double-team came up, he faced Ray Allen and wiped it inside.

The ball missed, but when it comes to fouls, Ray Allen has nothing to do. Kobe is stronger and heavier than him.

Kobe hit the free throw steadily, but the Suns' offensive round was a little problematic.

It's not a problem, it's just that Russell missed the shot when he attacked the same way.

After Gasol protected the rebound, the Lakers also launched a quick counterattack. This time the ball passed to Vujacic.

Because the Suns' defense hadn't stood still, Vujacic pushed Russell inside for a layup relying on his height, and Russell had no choice but to foul.

Going back to the Suns' offensive round, the referee rarely called a screen violation.

Stoudemire jumped up, almost unable to control his emotions.

At this time, the referee feels that he has to favor the away game, who can stand it.

Russell couldn't help having this thought, because it was the last minute. Generally speaking, the referee would not blow the whistle casually. Does the league want the Lakers to win one more game?

The referee's scale is generally more suitable for the rhythm of the home team, but sometimes there are exceptions, such as hints from the league.

However, the alliance really has no reason to black the sun.

So Russell calmed down a lot and pulled away Stoudemire, who was reasoning with the referee.

The referee didn't immediately get impatient and gave a technical foul, which wasn't too troublesome.

However, the number of fouls by the Suns has come, and the Lakers made two free throws again, and the gap between the two teams is only 1 point.

This is really going to the lore moment, and this kind of moment most tests the psychological quality of the players.

Russell still took his time. He has been in the league for four years, and he has really seen various scenes.

At this time, it is necessary to press the time. After their offensive is completed, the Lakers have less than one complete offensive time left. If a little more time is consumed, there will be less time for the Lakers to make the final attack.

Regardless of whether the Suns hit the ball or not, the less time the Lakers have on the final attack, the better for them.

Russell asked for a cover when it was about 10 seconds away, but he didn't kill it immediately.

When Kobe bypassed the screen, he changed direction and went to the other side. Stoudemire turned around and screened again.

It's just a simple change, but it also makes people anxious at critical moments.

Kobe turned around quickly and had to go around the screen, wishing he could be faster.

Gasol also hesitated a little behind, first blocking Stoudemire's down position.

Russell took advantage of this gap and pulled up directly outside the three-point line.

He feels good when he pulls it up, and he basically hits it at this time.

This is the characteristic of incredible offensive skills, and Russell has no hesitation.

But at this time Kobe rushed over with all his strength and jumped up to block him.

Maybe it was too anxious, Kobe hit Russell directly in the air.

Russell immediately lost his balance. He threw the ball casually, arched his body and fell to the ground.

Kobe was also a little unstable, and he staggered and stood up while supporting the floor.

After a little delay, the referee's whistle sounded, and he pointed to the free throw line and made three free throw gestures.

Kobe was in a hurry, and immediately went over to explain to the referee, but the penalty cannot be changed.

(End of this chapter)