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Chapter 398
Xu Hao didn't say this to comfort his teammates. In just a few minutes, he had calmed down and was able to think about the current situation.Indeed, the Timberwolves' 7-point advantage has been eroded by the Heat to only 2 points, but so what?The lead in the first quarter was basically thanks to Xu Hao. He firmly believed that if he could do it the first time, he would be able to do it the second time.

Besides, Xu Hao felt that he was in a good state tonight. Whether it was Wade, Chalmers or even a double team, it was not worth mentioning in front of him.Of course, it would be great if the Heat targeted him more because of their fear of him.

On the Heat's bench, Spoelstra also frowned. Xu Hao's performance was like a sharp sword piercing his heart. He knew that the sword was very sharp, but he couldn't stop it. He could only helplessly. Watching his team get assassinated.

However, he did not have the courage to double-team Xu Hao. The Timberwolves were leading the big score now, which fully demonstrated that they were not a bunch of rabble relying solely on shit luck. If Xu Hao was double-teamed by three people, it would mean that others would get a chance. .

Thinking of this, Spoelstra took Wade aside and asked seriously: "Dwyane, we all know that Xu Hao is the core of the Timberwolves, and he seems to be in good condition. Are you sure you can do it?" Guard him for the rest of the game? I know it's a tall order, but you're our best perimeter defender and I need your answer."

Without the slightest hesitation, Wade said with his head held high: "No problem, I will never let him score easily again!"

However, Wade's confidence collapsed soon after the start of the second quarter, because he found that his defense was of no use to Xu Hao.No, it cannot be said that it is completely useless, at least it helped him apply for a defensive foul...

When Xu Hao calmly stood on the free throw line, Wade, who was standing outside the three-point line, was a little confused.He has always been known for his sharp offense, but his defensive ability is also very good. He is also known as the best shot-blocking guard in NBA history. However, facing Xu Hao, a little guy who has only entered the NBA for three seasons, he actually took advantage of him. There is no way.

Every time Wade wanted to stop Xu Hao from breaking into the paint, the latter would always find a way to deal with it, either by dribbling away with his already very skilled crotch changes, or by relying on his body strength to force himself in case he wanted to be lazy. It doesn't matter, Love and Jordan are both big men on the court. Just call one of them to move to the high position, and it will be a qualified covering wall.

Throughout the first half of the second quarter, Wade not only failed to guard Xu Hao, but also allowed the opponent to add 9 points and 3 assists to the statistics.The point difference that had been narrowed to 2 points by the Heat was widened again, which made Wade look ugly. He blamed himself for all this. If he hadn't guarded Xu Hao, the Heat would have taken the lead now. .

Xu Hao didn't care what Wade, who was facing him, thought.Although Wade entered the league six seasons earlier than him, Xu Hao has no idea of ​​respecting the old and loving the young at all. Since he is on the court, he is an opponent. Yes, as for normal offense and defense, he will never hold back.

At the end of the half, Xu Hao had already scored 29 points and 7 assists, and the Timberwolves also led 62 to 47.Xu Hao's violent performance made everyone's eyes widen. This is the finals!And the Heat's defense is actually not bad. Is it really good for you to be close to 30+10 at halftime?This is a crazy slap in the face!
Whether others think it's good or not is completely out of Xu Hao's consideration. As long as the coach and teammates think it's good, that's no problem.And when the game is over, the better his statistics are, the more proud the rest of the Timberwolves will be.

McHale smiled so hard that his eyes narrowed. He patted Xu Hao's shoulder hard and said loudly: "Chris, you did a great job in the first half. With your physical strength, it will not be difficult to continue in the second half. I just I’m going to make a request for you. On the court, do what you think is right based on the situation and don’t get carried away by the data. Can you do it?”

Xu Hao grinned, gave McHale a substandard military salute, and said with a playful smile, "Obey!"

Others in the Timberwolves admire Xu Hao's performance very much, and they have no jealousy.In their view, Xu Hao, as the core of the team's tactics, should have played the greatest role on the field, and if he can lead the team to victory, then he can also get a share of it. A championship ring!

According to McHale's plan, the Timberwolves will continue to use Xu Hao as the scoring arrow in the second half to attack the Heat. Others will do their own things step by step, and just provide help to Xu Hao.This is undoubtedly the practice of superstar basketball, and it does not match the team play that the Timberwolves have always been. However, for McHale, as long as it works, it is fine.

After the start of the second half, Xu Hao was double-teamed by Wade and Battier. Chalmers went directly to match Rubio. Love, who should have been defended by Battier, was handed over to Haslem. is emptied.Facing the two big defenders, anyone would have to back off. However, Xu Hao was in a state of extreme tonight. Not only did he not evade, but he went straight to the front.

In most cases, he can get out before Wade and Battier form a circle. If it doesn't work, let Rubio come up to meet him. There are always more ways than things.Coupled with the lack of independent offensive ability of Jordan, he has gained experience and height in eating cakes, and knows when and where to appear. Three consecutive dunks are like battering rams, and the Heat will vomit blood. , Let Xu Hao also put his assists in double digits, and the lead is even bigger.

In the third quarter, the Heat not only failed to recover their disadvantage, but actually scored 4 points less than the Timberwolves. The point difference between the two sides was already 20 points. This made Spoelstra shocked and angry. He did not expect that this game should be A close game was played out like this.But now it's too late to say anything. Xu Hao is unstoppable. The Timberwolves are leading by a large margin, and the loss is almost certain.

Just halfway through the last quarter, Spoelstra had no choice but to replace all the starters. At this time, the lead of the Timberwolves had reached 24 points. It would not be of much use to continue to put the main players on the field. to team morale.McHale also came on the bench tacitly and played the last six minutes of the game.

115 to 90, the Timberwolves once again won a game, and the big score became 3 to 1. Now the Heat are on the last stand. If they cannot withstand the pressure and win three games in a row, it is still unknown whether the Big Three can maintain... …

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