NBA’s aging star system

At the beginning of the third quarter, the Lakers scored two three-pointers in a row, while the Bucks could only score one point with Antetokounmpo's free throws.

63-59, the Lakers overtook the score and led the Bucks by 4 points.

Facing the full lineup of the Lakers, the Bucks naturally need to avoid their front-end.

In the next few rounds, with the full performance of the Lakers' main lineup, the point difference began to gradually widen.

Seeing that the score difference was about to get out of control, Antetokounmpo began to attack with the ball. Although the efficiency was not high, it was still guaranteed to pose a certain threat.

But even so, it still cannot prevent the points difference from continuing to widen.

Halfway through the third quarter, the point difference reached 9 points. If Tucker hadn't hit a lucky three-pointer, the point difference would have been double digits.

However, the Lakers did not force it and made random personnel changes as usual. Su Tian and Nongmei took a rest, and the team was handed over to George and others.

The Bucks also began to make substitution adjustments. Antetokounmpo rested off the court and Middleton came on to lead the team.

Without Antetokounmpo, the Bucks' overall offense and defense will drop by more than one level. Therefore, during this period of time, the Bucks require Middleton to just maintain the status quo.

But things will always develop in the direction you worry about.

After all the substitutions and adjustments on both sides, everyone originally thought that the game would fall into a stalemate for a period of time, but they did not expect that some people still contributed wonderful performances.

First, Connaughton of the Bucks hit two consecutive three-pointers, chasing the point difference to 3 points, which instantly aroused loud cheers from the fans at the scene.

This is the Bucks' home court after all, so naturally the Bucks have the advantage.

But just when everyone thought the Bucks were going to catch up with the score, Brunson suddenly stood up.

Because the Lakers have an all-around forward like George who can take over organization, defense and other tasks, Brunson can devote himself to the offense.

So Brunson, who was fully committed, first drove to the basket and hit a layup. Then he caused Lopez a defensive foul in the paint and went to the free throw line and made two free throws.

But this is still a two-pointer after all, not as fast as a three-pointer.

But Brunson is not the only one on the Lakers side.

After Brunson's strong performance, the score gap widened again, but it was still dangerous.

So immediately after, Kuzma started a strong performance.

Kuzma is good at seizing opportunities, and the Bucks' attention is now entirely on George and Brunson, so Kuzma first cut to the basket, received George's pass, and hit a layup.

Immediately after receiving Brunson's breakthrough ball from outside the three-point line, he hit a three-pointer.

5 consecutive points directly opened the point difference to 12 points.

Seeing that the score difference reached double digits, Budenholzer couldn't help but call a timeout.

Facing the Lakers with the entire main lineup, it's okay if they can't defend them, but now facing the Lakers' bench lineup, and it's a bench lineup that neither Su Tian nor Nongmei is in, it's still impossible to defend them.

That can only mean that there is a problem with the Bucks themselves.

After Budenholzer adjusted the timeout, the Bucks' defense improved significantly, but the offense did not get better. They could only rely on the players' own personal strength to fight hard, or individual players broke out.

So in order to change this situation, Budenholzer gritted his teeth and brought Antetokounmpo on the court again.

Although Antetokounmpo only rested off the court for a few minutes, less than 5 minutes, the team was already in crisis. As the team's star, Antetokounmpo must stand up at this time.

So under the leadership of Antetokounmpo, the point difference began to slowly shrink, but the shrinkage was not large, and the resistance from the Lakers was also fierce.

Faced with the encirclement and suppression of George and Kuzma, it is already very difficult for Antetokounmpo, who lacks physical strength, to lead the Bucks forward. Now he still wants Antetokounmpo to catch up with the score, which is really embarrassing the fat tiger. .

So at the end of the third quarter, the point difference remained at 10 points.

"At the end of the first half, the Bucks were still leading by 1 point, but now after the third quarter, the Bucks are 10 points behind, but Su Ke didn't play for a long time in the third quarter," Barkley said.

"If you can't lead the Lakers in the third quarter, then the fourth quarter will only be more difficult. I hope the Bucks can cope with it." Kenny Smith said.

At this time, on the benches on both sides, the two head coaches were holding tactical boards and talking about something intensely.

"Listen to me, we are already so far behind. We must use all our strength and energy in the fourth quarter! There must be no low-level mistakes! This is our last chance! If we can't win this game If it goes down and it becomes 3-0, then we have no hope at all!”

Walton gave a fierce speech, not only giving him chicken soup but also explaining the consequences of not winning this game. Combining the two, Budenholzer just wanted to win one game.

But this desire is not just shared by Budenholzer. Every head coach who has played against the Lakers in the series in the past two years has this idea.

But it's a pity that the Lakers have won the championship undefeated in the past two years!

And this year is already the third year!

At this time, the Lakers' bench was also very lively.

"Okay, we performed well in the third quarter. The first half of the fourth quarter is still led by Su. As for the second half, we follow the usual practice of using the team's main lineup, so you guys pay attention to recovering your strength. , maintain your own condition.”

"Su, if nothing goes wrong in the fourth quarter, they will definitely chase and intercept you, so at this time you have to ensure your own safety before thinking about scoring."

Looking at Wharton's serious expression, Su Tian smiled and said, "Okay coach, don't worry, I know what's appropriate."

Soon, the inter-section break ended and the fourth quarter began.

In the fourth quarter of the game, the Lakers' lineup was still dominated by the combination of Su Tian and Nongmei, and the rest was for the two of them.

Dort, Nunn, Sutian, Boucher, Thick Eyebrow.

The Bucks were more brutal, directly arranging the entire main lineup to play.

"Although it is not advisable to control the main force to death, in the face of the current situation, we can only make this decision." Budenholzer said secretly in his heart.

The first possession of the fourth quarter was given to the Bucks. Holiday advanced to the frontcourt with the ball and passed the ball directly to Antetokounmpo.

At this time, Antetokounmpo was breathing heavily and faced Su Tian's defense.

On the other hand, Su Tian's condition is much better than Antetokounmpo, with steady breathing and firm eyes.

Facing Su Tian's defense, although Antetokounmpo had a size advantage, he still did not dare to be careless and reached out to call Lopez to step forward to pick and roll defense.

With the help of the pick and roll, Antetokounmpo held the ball and went to the basket, but Su Tian moved faster, bypassed the pick and roll from behind, and entangled Antetokounmpo again.

Not only that, but Su Tian also took the initiative to engage in physical confrontation. When Antetokounmpo wasn't paying attention, he quickly took action and directly stole the ball!

After successfully stealing the ball, Su Tian got the ball and ran forward, but was immediately hugged by Antetokounmpo and the fast break was interrupted.