NBA’s aging star system

At the end of the game, the Lakers won the game 136-100, with a point difference of 36 points.

Although this point difference is still some distance away from 58, it is already a significant point difference on the stage of the Western Conference Finals.

"We just checked the relevant data. The largest point difference in NBA history was in the 1972-1973 season. The Lakers beat the Warriors 126-70 by 56 points. The previous second place was in 2015 when the Warriors beat the Rockets 115-80. 35 points, now this position has to be given to this game, the 36-point difference has created the second largest point difference in the history of the Western Conference Finals!"

Barkley took advantage of the end of the game to immediately read the relevant historical records, and directly elevated the game to NBA historical records.

"In this case, both first and second place belong to the Lakers." Kenny Smith said.

"That's true. I can only say that they are worthy of being a Lakers team with a rich historical heritage."

After the game, Su Tian followed Walton to participate in the post-game interview as usual.

In fact, when the game just ended, Su Tian didn't know the historical status of this point difference. It wasn't until he was about to participate in the interview that Walton mentioned it.

After arriving at the scene, a reporter indeed brought up the issue of points difference.

"Coach Walton, why didn't the Lakers win the main players in this game even after they had a clear advantage?"

Walton said with a serious expression: "Because the NBA is the place where miracles are born, I don't know if there will be any miracles in the Suns. I can only go all out. Besides, the Suns were also full lineup at the time. I just expressed to the Suns Due respect.”

"Su, what do you think of this point difference in this game? This is already the second largest point difference in the Western Conference Finals in NBA history, second only to the 73 points of the Lakers 126-70 Warriors in 56."

"Well, I can only say that we have to learn from the seniors of that year. We are still far behind." Su Tian said with a smile.

Su Tian's teasing answer immediately aroused laughter from everyone. Apparently these reporters were also amused by Su Tian's humor.

The interview with the Lakers was very harmonious, but when the Suns were interviewed, it was not so relaxed and comfortable.

"Paul, what do you think of the current situation of the Suns? Is there still a chance to win?"

"Coach Monty, what is the Sun's next adjustment strategy?"

"Booker, how would you rate your performance in this game?"

"Paul, are you optimistic about the future of the Suns? Will the Suns be swept 4-0?"

"Mr. Devin Booker, may I ask what preparations or changes you have made for the next game? Will you lead the team to win?"

A series of questions directly confused several people from the Suns who came to participate in the interview. Of course, Paul was able to hold his own and immediately signaled the press officer and staff to come forward to maintain order.

It's not that the Suns didn't have any backhand power in this game, but it was just a flash in the pan and not lasting.

Whether it is the paper lineup or the absolute strength, the Suns are at a disadvantage. This is indisputable. What the Suns need to discuss now is how to make a comeback when they are at a disadvantage.

Time quickly came to the next day, June 6, and the first game of the Eastern Conference Finals finally started.

Not only are many fans paying attention to this game, but the Lakers in the West are also paying attention.

The Bucks have slightly adjusted their starting lineup.

Jrue Holiday, Middleton, Antetokounmpo, PJ Tucker, Lopez.

The starting lineup for the Eagles is:

Trae Young, Bogdanovic, Kevin Huerter, John Collins, Capela.

Before the game started, there was no doubt that the Bucks were more optimistic about winning, while the Hawks were once again placed at a disadvantage.

Soon the game started, and the Eagles got the first right to attack. Trae Young advanced with the ball to the frontcourt to face Holiday's defense.

Holiday's defense has the strength of the best defensive team, especially when facing a thin shooting guard like Trae Young.

And Trae Young obviously had no intention of asking Holiday to fight alone, but directly reached out and called his teammates to step forward to pick and roll.

Capela immediately stepped forward to cover the wall, then turned around and went straight down the line.

Trae Young also exploded quickly, holding the ball and heading towards the basket, immediately attracting double-teams from Holiday and Antetokounmpo to help defend.

Just before the double-team was about to form, Trae Young quickly passed the ball to Huerter outside the three-point line.

Huerter received the ball and quickly shot a three-pointer.

Swah——

The three-pointer was hit steadily.

3-0

At the beginning of the game, the Eagles took the lead and scored first.

The ball was transferred and the Bucks attacked. Holiday held the ball and advanced to the frontcourt. Facing Trae Young, he directly reached out and called his teammates to step forward to pick and roll.

He used the pick-and-roll to break through with the ball, but halfway through the breakthrough, he immediately passed the ball to Middleton, who ran out of the three-point line and ran into the open space.

Middleton took the ball and shot a three-pointer directly.

boom--

Swah——

The basketball hits the rim and bounces into the net.

3-3

The Eagles just hit a three-pointer, and the Bucks immediately responded.

The ball was once again given to the Hawks. This time, Trae Young came to the frontcourt with the ball and made a fake pass. He directly shook Antetokounmpo who stepped forward to help defend. Then he came to the basket and hit the board with a pull-up layup. .

5-3

Although Trae Young is thin, his skills at the basket are not bad, and he can even maintain good core strength.

In the next few rounds, both teams showed good combat effectiveness and seemed to be quite evenly matched.

At the end of the first quarter, the Bucks temporarily led the Eagles by 28 points 26-2.

At this point in the game, there were still more voices supporting the Bucks, and there were only a small number of supporters on the Eagles side.

The second quarter soon began. In the second quarter, both sides made personnel adjustments, but neither of the two stars came off the field.

Although the Bucks' bench is not weak, the Hawks' bench is also not bad. Gallinari and Solomon Hill are both capable players, and they match the overall attributes of the Hawks.

It's just that in the second quarter, Antetokounmpo started to attack with the ball.

The Eagles' forwards were still a little weak when facing Antetokounmpo, allowing Antetokounmpo to score a lot of points.

Seeing that the point difference was about to reach double digits, the Eagles suddenly ushered in another wave of explosions, hitting consecutive three-pointers to catch up with many scores.

At the end of the second quarter, the score difference between the two teams came to 5 points, and the Bucks temporarily took the lead.

The game entered halftime, and there were a lot of discussions about the game.

"I think the Hawks are just lucky. Just like those three-pointers just now, the Bucks have defended very well, but the Hawks still scored. If these goals had not been scored, the Bucks would have been That’s double digits ahead.”

"Why, scoring three-pointers doesn't count as ability?"

"Although I admit that the Bucks are stronger, you can't deny the power of the Eagles!"