The Way of the Center

If it is placed in the past, Van Gundy will definitely remind himself players not to take it lightly during the intermission. But now, he is not worried about this. This group of boys can be like this today, precisely because they have a correct attitude.

Seeing the players' calm and serious expressions, Van Gundy knew that there should be no major problems in the second half. Although the 13-point gap is not particularly large, it does not mean that you can catch up if you can. Unless Kobe or the rest of the Lakers explode, it will be very difficult for the Thunder to fill the gap with the current state.

Yes, Van Gundy's idea also includes an unless. In other words, he admitted that the Lakers still have a way to get back the situation. It's just that the probability of this happening is not high.

The Staples Center fans were still lifeless in the second half. The game was played halftime, but they saw no hope. After O'Neal left for so many years, this is their most glorious period of time. But if you want to lose the championship like this, Los Angeles fans will still feel unwilling.

The fans can't accept this result, and the paranoid Kobe will not let that happen! In the first half, he was defensively tempered by Sefrosa, which even he himself could not forgive. Kobe took a sigh of relief a long time ago, ready to vent it all in the second half!

Don't forget, Kobe is not an ordinary guy. It is not an exaggeration to say that he is the most successful NBA player after Jordan. The most successful here refers to not only the skills, but also the commercial value, the super appealing power, and the extremely powerful heart!

Since today is the first possession that the Lakers won, so after the start of the third quarter, the first offense with the ball was still the Thunder.

The third line broke out, which is why the Thunder were able to defeat the Lakers today. This time, Westbrook's ball-handling posture is obviously more confident. He knew that even if he didn't have a chance, his teammates would help him find opportunities.

It was Fischer who was about to cross in front of Westbrook, but Kobe waved his hand to signal that he and Fischer change positions!

Although Sefrossa is really good defensively, his offense is much worse. Relying on Fischer, should be enough to defend the Thunder's second position.

But Westbrook can only rely on Kobe to defend!

Westbrook didn't dare to slack off, he lowered his center of gravity and constantly changed his ball handler. At the same time, Anjie's pick-and-roll came up, and Durant also started running after Morris's ball-free pick-and-roll.

Westbrook took a step back, which has become his habitual move about to break through.

"Wow!" Westbrook's breakthrough is still as fast as lightning, but in the eyes of the strong-willed Kobe, this ball is not unstoppable.

Westbrook just got off the ground and found himself out of control of the basketball before Anjie's pick-and-roll was bypassed.

"What!?" Westbrook turned around in disbelief, only to find that the ball had been taken away by Kobe! Because Westbrook's breakthrough speed is too fast, it is impossible for Kobe to cut the basketball accurately. Therefore, the ball is not only out of Westbrook's control, but also out of Kobe's control.

The basketball quickly rolled towards the other half, and the offensive and defensive transition was formed immediately. All ten people on the court ran in the direction of the ball. Kobe and Westbrook naturally rushed to the forefront.

Both know that falling to the ground in this situation is almost the only way to control the ball. Kobe and Westbrook pounced at the ball at the same time, like two lions that have found their prey.

Kobe Westbrook hugged the basketball one second ahead of time, and Westbrook was naturally unwilling. His hands tightly hugged the basketball that Kobe had hidden in his arms. After that, other people from the two teams also came up. Kobe was surrounded by a large group of people, some were protecting him, and some were robbing him. But Kobe has been holding the basketball tightly, never let go!

"Beep toot!" The referee's whistle finally sounded. It was not who fouled, but a faceoff!

Kobe stood up holding the ball and said nothing. He will not waste words with the referee now, but stare at Westbrook, staring at Westbrook all over.

The two teams immediately stood at the free-throw line, with Kobe and Westbrook standing in the center. Kobe's fall to the ground just now has already won him the applause of the entire Staples. Now, the cheers continue to intensify.

Westbrook has no experience in jumping the ball, but Kobe is different. Although he is also a defender, his experience is more than one grade higher than Westbrook.

Seeing that the referee was about to throw the ball, Kobe jumped up. Strictly speaking, this is an illegal jump ball, but with the naked eye, it is impossible to see that Kobe took off so a few tenths of a second in advance. But this mere tenths of a second can help Kobe, who is not dominant in jumping ability, win the ball.

The ball fell into Odom's hands, and Odom immediately transferred, allowing Fischer, who was in the open position, to get the basketball.

Although there are no Lakers players in the basket at the moment, the "old fish" can't let this opportunity pass in vain. He raised his hand to shoot, even if the Lakers didn't have a chance to grab offensive rebounds, he could do it.

However, it turns out that Fischer was a little worried, he made a hollow three-pointer in the corner. Although it was Fischer who scored the goal, the Lakers would not even have a chance without Kobe's desperate defense and save.

Staples fans seem to see hope, yes, Kobe Bryant is their hope!

"Defense! Defense! Defense!" The goal just now naturally reignited the enthusiasm of the Staples Center fans. In the next defensive round, they coordinated with the on-site DJ's drums and kept shouting. Defense.

Under the enthusiastic shouts of the fans, the Lakers players themselves are full of strength and confidence. How many men would be indifferent to such shouts.

Bynum's performance in the first half was not bad, but now, he burst out with greater strength. Under Bynum's close defense, Anjie feels very difficult to run tactics.

Under Bynum's entanglement, Anjie's pick-and-roll has never reached a satisfactory state. Westbrook can't waste time either, staying in front of Kobe for a second is more dangerous.

Before Anjie's pick-and-roll was fully in place, Westbrook started impatiently. In this way, it is naturally impossible to completely get rid of Kobe's defense.

Seeing a slight gap in the inside line, Westbrook began to accelerate and take off!

Seeing the basket getting closer and closer to him, Westbrook smiled in the air. His tight body is fully relaxed, and if this dunk is completed, it must be a great deal!

"Hey!" The hoop made a loud noise as expected, but the basketball was unexpectedly not dunked into the hoop. Kobe has been clinging to Westbrook's back and blocked the dunk of the zero guard!

Kobe faced Westbrook and put his index finger on his lips. This guy's ferocious expression greatly increased his deterrent!

Gasol immediately hugged Kobe from behind. The Spaniard was too excited. He couldn't think of other ways to celebrate his defensive success except for embracing Kobe.

The role of Kobe is not just to complete a block. The Thunder lost to the Lakers for the first time because Kobe hit a buzzer to equalize the score, which dragged the game into overtime and also boosted the morale of the Thunder. The whole crushed!

This block is exactly the same as that of the buzzer! Not only did it prevent the Thunder from scoring, but it also greatly reduced the Thunder's spirit.

The psychological advantage established by the Thunder in the first half disappeared under Kobe's two successful defenses.

Afterwards, Anjie sent the baseline ball, but Westbrook, whose confidence was hit, failed to hit the ball. Thanks to Kobe's existence, the Lakers once again resisted the fanatical offense of the Thunder!

After that, Kobe personally scored a three-pointer on the head of Sefrosa. The goal not only narrowed the difference between the two teams to single digits, but also forced Van Gundy to call a timeout.

Now that Kobe and the Lakers are gaining momentum, he must stop this momentum. It can be seen that Westbrook's psychology has been greatly affected, Van Gundy intends to temporarily replace it with Livingston, and everything else is business as usual.

However, a brief pause did not interrupt Kobe's explosive momentum.

Although the 13-point gap is not particularly large, it does not mean that you can catch up if you can. Unless Kobe or the rest of the Lakers explode. Van Gundy still remembered his thoughts just now in the locker room, but unexpectedly, this exception has become a reality!

Kobe's performance is still eye-catching after coming back from a timeout. His offense can hardly be stopped. The only way to prevent him from scoring is a foul!

The Thunder's offense did not have any problems, but compared with Kobe's extremely fierce firepower, the point difference between the Thunder and the Lakers is still gradually shortening!

Anjie has been panted by Kobe's breakthrough, but Kobe, who is 32 years old, has not slowed down at all. It is becoming more and more difficult for Anjie to participate in the defense against Kobe.

After Kobe broke into the interior, he didn't go head-to-head with Anjie, stopping jump shots, throwing shots, and breaking through points. As long as there is a chance to score easily ~ www.NovelMTL.com ~ Kobe will never use more difficult methods.

Without Westbrook's Thunder, the defensive pressure on the offensive end is naturally much greater. Westbrook can force the Lakers to shrink, but Livingston can't.

If the third line breaks out, you also have to let the points of the third line be present!

Until the end of the third quarter, Kobe still failed to help the Lakers equalize, but the point difference was chased by only 4 points!

Had it not been for the state of the Thunder to be brave, the Lakers would have come back long ago!

Van Gundy's worries were fulfilled, but he was not happy at all. Kobe Bryant, this man was forced to a desperate situation. At this time, he is the most dangerous!

The game that was originally lost in suspense has become exciting again, but everyone in the Thunder hopes that the game has always been so boring. God knows what else Kobe can do in the fourth quarter. Meeting the defending champion is not terrible, but meeting Kobe is really fucking!

An Jie was sweating profusely, and his hair band was soaked again. Sure enough, there are no easy games to play in the playoffs!