NBA's strongest prince

Chapter 391 New opponent
At the critical moment of the Western Conference Finals, the referee was indeed suspected of stealing the show, but Kobe's foul was not a problem this time. He didn't just violate the cylinder, but everyone collided together.

Maybe discuss whether it's three free throws or two free throws, the foul is certain.

Of course, from Kobe's point of view, he may think that the two of them just rubbed against each other, but it's not a big deal.

At critical moments, there were times when the ball was not blown, but the previous referee even blew the screen violation, so this ball will definitely be blown.

It was useless for Kobe to be anxious. Sure enough, the referee did not change the penalty.

But he didn't give Kobe a technical foul either. The referee didn't intend to irritate the players at this time.

Both teams have superstars, and referees don't want to offend anyone.

Russell made three free throws steadily, and the Suns led by 4 points. The Lakers were a little sad.

The Lakers advanced quickly, and Kobe didn't hit directly, but turned the ball to Gasol for a while.

But after Kobe passed the ball, the Suns were still attacking without the ball, and Gasol was unable to find an opportunity to pass the ball.

Because the time was already in the last ten seconds, Gasol didn't wait, and passed the ball to Radmanovic, who ran out of position. When Radmanovic received the ball, the Suns' defense had already rotated. He passed to Vujacic again.

Vujacic was also very tough in this game. When he saw Russell defending him, he actually shot directly.

Although Kobe is still asking for it, other decisive shots are actually the team's request.

In the first few games, Vujacic basically missed the shot at critical moments, so the Suns didn't stare at him for the first time, but this is the case sometimes, ignoring a pitcher may cause problems.

Vujacic had diarrhea at the critical moment in front of him, but this time it was a hit.

With 7 seconds left in the game, the Lakers trailed by 1 point, and the suspense continued.

The Suns passed the ball from the backcourt, and the Lakers fouled directly. Russell once again lived up to expectations and made two free throws.

The Lakers also succeeded in serving the sideline this time. They fell behind by 3 points and had to bet on three points.

The Suns' defense is all on the three-point line. If the Lakers want to make two quick points, the Suns will not care, because the Lakers have no timeout.

Of course, the Lakers' tactics at this time are three-pointers.

The sun still prevented Kobe from receiving the ball, Gasol made a turn, and this time he successfully sent the ball to Kobe's hands.

Facing the pincer attack, Kobe feinted a bit before pulling out his hand on the spot.

He actually attacked such a difficult three-pointer in front of him, but this time it was a little bit worse. The basketball hit the edge of the basket and bounced high.

Gasol rushed over and clicked on the rebound, but the whistle for the end of the game had already blown before any team could secure the rebound.

The Suns won Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals with a 4-point advantage, won the Western Conference Championship with a 1:[-] record in the series, and entered the finals again.

After the game, the Sun's home court became a sea of ​​joy.

The Lakers players stood a little confused, and Kobe was also a little lonely.

But he still reacted quickly, walked up to Russell to give his blessing, and then left with the team.

The losing team is so miserable, the joy has nothing to do with them, but they have to force their smiles.

Fortunately, they are the successful side, Russell sighed a little, and then went to celebrate another Western Conference championship with everyone.

"We are the champions..." The joy doubled after the fierce game victory.

The Suns celebrated their victory, then prepared to climb to the top once again.

Facing the Pistons this time, the Celtics finally solved their opponents relatively smoothly.

In fact, it took six games. It is said that it went relatively smoothly, but the two teams still have some restraint in their style of play.

The first few teams in the Eastern Conference have very strong defenses. The Celtics, Pistons and Cavaliers are all at the first level of defense.

Under the rhythm of strict defense, whoever has a higher attack power may become a stable winner.

How come the Celtics also have three All-Stars, so they must have an absolute advantage in this regard, so it is actually easier to win the Pistons.

Losing can only show that none of the Big Three has the offensive power of a superstar, so when the offense does not keep up, they may have problems.

In comparison, the Suns are more aggressive. Both Russell and Stoudemire can be said to be aggressive.

The Celtics have not encountered this type of team before, and the finals will definitely be a test for them.

For the Suns, the Celtics will definitely be the strongest opponent they will encounter in the playoffs.

The Big Three are stronger than the three strengths of GDP. Both Pierce and Garnett are troublesome, that is, Joe Johnson, and Ray Allen is on the same side.

Joe Johnson is definitely not as good as Kobe, so Russell believes that even if Ray Allen suffers a bit, it is not much worse.

And the problem of the Big Three's possession of the ball is not so easy to allocate.

It could be that Pierce will be a little more, so Russell is giving Durant another lesson.

In addition, the Celtics may be the team with the strongest defense that the Suns have encountered.

The Spurs' overall defense is strong, but Duncan is invincible in single defense, and the others are a little bit worse.

The Celtics are different. Starting Rondo, Garnett, and Perkins can all defend alone, and Joe Johnson and Pierce are also on average.

To be honest, Russell is also the first time in the playoffs that he has encountered such a good defensive condition.

Rondo's long arms are too exaggerated, completely at the inside level.

Fortunately, Rondo can't shoot, Russell can let him go farther than Parker.

Parker only put three points, and Rondo can even put two points.

The Sun also hopes that he will shoot more and divide the big three's shots.

The main lineup of the Suns in the finals will be adjusted, but the advantage of the Suns is undoubtedly the rotation. The rotation of the Celtics can only be said to be really bad.

Moreover, they don't really believe in the substitute lineup. Veterans like Cassell, who are still a bit oily, don't have many chances. The other substitute is blue-collar, that is, Posey has shots.

The Celtics, whose lineup has changed slightly compared to the original history, are still very strong, but it is still more difficult to beat the Suns.

The key for the Suns is not to fall into their rhythm. Judging from their previous games, they still haven't fully adapted to their relatively strong lineup, so the Suns can guide them defensively.

There is enough time to adjust before the finals, and the sun will not take advantage of an extra day off.

Both teams are sitting and preparing intensively, and the real advantage of the Suns may still be at home.

At the same time of targeted training, Russell also seized the time to conduct a large number of simulated games.

He has always had a relationship with the Celtics. After many simulated games, his understanding of the opponents in the finals can be said to have penetrated into the bone marrow.

When the team trained later, Russell began to give good advice to his teammates.

The suggestions given by Russell during the playoffs have never been overturned, and the Suns also humbly absorbed them, looking forward to the last series.

(End of this chapter)