The era of point forwards in the NBA

Chapter 239 Defeating a Strong Enemy (Please Subscription, Monthly Pass)

After the third quarter, the Thunder led the Celtics by 80 points 76 to 4 and entered the fourth quarter.

In a single quarter, they scored 28 to 16 and successfully surpassed by four points.

I have to say that the Thunder performed really well in this quarter, or the Celtics' offensive rhythm in this quarter has problems.

The basket at home finally seemed to be their own. The Celtics players had been falling into a scoring drought. Instead, they put on the strongest lineup and were beaten to a 10-2 offensive wave.

Except for Garnett's second offense, everyone else made shots, but they never made it.

If it weren't for their defense still on the line, in this quarter alone, the Thunder can play enough advantages.

Since Curry and Lin Yue played all the games in the third quarter, Durant led the Thunder's starting lineup in the fourth quarter.

Hold on to this rotation round, and when Curry and others return to the court, the Thunder will defend the victory at home.

For the Celtics, Garnett, who was still playing steadily in the third quarter, sat on the sidelines to rest, replenishing his energy for the decisive moment.

In the third quarter, he made 4 of 2 free throws, 2 of 2 free throws, 6 points, 3 rebounds and 1 assist. If it weren't for his teammates' bad touch, with his organization passing, he wouldn't have 1 assist in a single quarter.

The Celtics' starting lineup in the fourth quarter was led by Ray Allen, and the famous Liaoning team Lester Hudson also got playing time. He was selected by the Celtics with the 28th pick in the second round of this year's draft.

Rivers just let him play for a while to give the main players a chance to adjust.

"This quarter is the time to decide the outcome. At this time, most of the main players of both sides are resting on the bench. Let's see who can take advantage of the few minutes of free time between the two teams."

As soon as Barkley's words fell, Ray Allen served Hudson and let him lead the half.

In addition to Ray Allen, the Celtics also have a starter on the field, that is, center Kendrick Perkins. His playing time is evenly divided with "Roaring God" Rasheed Wallace, but at the critical moment, Rivers still chooses roaring God.

Without the organizer and teammates holding the ball, Ray Allen can only take the lead alone, but his three-pointer feeling in this game is not good. Except for 1 for 1 in the first quarter, he is 4 for 1 in the other two quarters. Currently, he is 5 for 2, which is not good.

Now it is time to switch to an unaccustomed style of holding the ball. After Ray Allen broke through, he missed the mid-range shot.

Durant got the defensive rebound and passed the ball to Livingston. They just need to play slowly and wait for the main force to return to the court.

Livingston's ball defense just now has a good effect. Although he looks thin and may not have played for a long time, his defensive awareness on the field is still there, which has the value of training.

Brooks decided to apply to the manager to keep Livingston. There have been rumors of decentralization or trading before, and these are decisions made by the management.

The team's core players have been determined. What is needed now is to clean up the rest of the team and replace them with players with good defense and experience in the playoffs to assist the Thunder's three young men.

From this point of view, if there is a substitution, Livingston will naturally be unavoidable.

However, the enthusiasm on the court during this time still made Brooks decide to keep him.

After Durant received the return pass, he rushed to the basket of the Celtics and caused a foul by Perkins.

After two free throws were made steadily, the score came to 82 to 76, and the Thunder further expanded the score advantage.

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A few minutes later, the point difference between the two teams did not shrink, but was stretched to double digits. In this kind of positional battle, Durant is more useful than Ray Allen.

Rivers was a little anxious. The players had been beaten back too much in a single quarter when they had an advantage. At this time, they were still behind by 10 points. If they lost this game, they would not be able to keep the No. [-] spot in the Eastern Conference.

It's time to switch to the main force and decide the outcome.

"When you get the ball, you have to move more and use the advantage of the inside to play. It can completely open up space. No one of them can restrict KG. The rest of them pass it as long as they have the opportunity. Try to play reasonably. We are stronger than the opponent. Boys who have not experienced the playoffs are prone to make mistakes at such critical moments."

"The two sides have started to switch to the full lineup. The final contest is about to continue. There are still 7 minutes in the game. The Thunder lead by 10 points. They are playing steadily. They have a good chance to win this victory." Barkley said.

The fans at the scene shouted cheers one after another. The more critical the time is, the more they need the assistance of the fans.

The Celtics have the ball, and Rondo lobs the ball to Garnett, who is behind him. Facing the current lineup of the Thunder, he has the greatest advantage.

Sefolosha focused on defense. Facing Garnett, who has rich offensive skills, it was difficult for him to guess the opponent's next move.

Passing, shooting, and breakthroughs are all possible.

Garnett found Ray Allen in an air cut, but Lin Yue failed to catch up after being screened.

Ray Allen caught the ball and scored, the cooperation was smooth and smooth, and there was no communication between the two. It was a skillful tactic at first glance.

After all, it is a team that has won a championship. As long as the "Big Three" are there, the Celtics will always be competitive.

With a difference of 8 points, the Thunder did not choose to waste time. They need to save time on offense and find a breakthrough in defense.

After two consecutive breakthroughs, the ball finally came to Ibaka's hands. Facing Rasheed Wallace, Ibaka, who had been silent for a while, finally chose to shoot by himself.

"The ball was played very calmly. With 3 seconds to attack, I chose to play with a time difference. If it wasn't for the defensive player to take off, it would be difficult to score this ball." Barkley said.

"But this movement is very realistic. Based on what I know about you, if it were you, you would still be able to jump." Kenny Smith unceremoniously exposed his old friend.

"Get back to the game."

Ibaka's goal made the Celtics less time left by 1 minute.

Under the team's active defense this time, Pierce failed to score a three-pointer.

"They are starting to worry." Barkley said. At this time, if the three-pointer is scored, it is indeed the best way to chase points, but if it is not scored, it will be more difficult to overtake.

Fortunately, the Celtics' defense is excellent, and Rondo blocked Curry's three-pointer this time.

Still very poor.

The two sides began to fight, Garnett scored the ball inside, and Durant returned a mid-range shot.

Whenever the score was about to catch up to 5 points, the Thunder responded immediately. Sefolosha's three-pointer was invaluable. Never underestimate an honest man. Who knows whether there is a killer's heart hidden under his face.

As the final time drew closer, two Celtic shooters hit three-pointers one after another in the last minute, chasing the point difference to only 1 points, but the time was only 3 seconds.

The Celtics have a timeout, and now they are only left with foul tactics. The only free throw is that Lin Yue is not allowed to serve from the baseline.

"Stephen Curry's free throw percentage this season is as high as 95%. Isn't sending him to the free throw line tantamount to admitting defeat?" Barkley asked, but the ball is in Curry's hands, so you can't foul without the ball.

"Bangdang."

I don't know if he was cursed by the mysterious power, Curry's first free throw was rarely missed.

Kenny Smith immediately turned his attention to Barkley. This guy is famous for his crow mouth.

"It's none of my business, I won't talk anymore." Buckley shut his mouth.

Fortunately, after stumbling, the second penalty still bounced into the net. With Ray Allen's three-pointer missed, the referee's whistle sounded. The Thunder finally defeated the Celtics at home 102 to 98, ranking second in the Western Conference.

After defeating the Celtics, no media dared to say that the Thunder is a weak team killer.

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