The godfather of basketball started from conquering the NBA

"Damn it, these wolf cubs are crazy today." Panting, Garnett couldn't help cursing as he watched the points gap that hadn't narrowed.

In the third quarter, the Lakers counterattacked with all their strength and also strengthened their defense, but the Timberwolves still always responded. The point difference has been around four or five points. At the end of the third quarter, the Lakers are still 79 points behind 84 to 5.

It wasn't until the fourth quarter that Phil Jackson finally reacted and understood the opponent's tactical intentions.

"The task I gave them today is very simple, split the game up and play." Seeing Yilin half-understanding, Xu Xiao also smiled and explained:

"Basketball is a five-person sport and a team sport. If we fight as a team, we can't beat the Lakers with such a luxurious lineup. But if we turn the five-on-five basketball game into one-on-one singles, then The result is not good.”

"Listen guys, now the Timberwolves are setting us up. We can't fall into their trap. They keep putting us in one-on-one. Now let's change our defense and offense. Choose." During the timeout, Phil Jackson frantically arranged tactics.

"Then does this mean that the match is won?" Yilin looked at Xu Xiao with admiration.

"No, the game has just begun." Xu Xiao put away his laughter and watched the game with a serious face. If there is no accident, Phil Jackson has already figured out the way. There are more than eight minutes left in the game, and the Lakers are only 5 points behind. However, Xu Xiao still somewhat underestimated the strength of the Lakers. Even if it is to contain the opponent tactically, the opponent still has the strength to compete with it.

Although this tactic seems simple, it is also very difficult to execute. Looking at the entire NBA, only the Rockets have successfully played under the leadership of Harden and Paul in 18 years, and now not everyone has the courage to dare to do this. The reason why Phil Jackson didn't see through the Timberwolves' intentions when the Lakers played was because he never thought that anyone would play heads-up with a team with Kobe.

After the timeout, the Lakers really changed their defensive strategy, and the lineup became their strongest and most reasonable lineup, with Fisher + Kobe in the backcourt, Posey + Odom in the frontcourt, and Garnett as the center.

When encountering a pick-and-roll, attack decisively and pinch the ball player. The big delay prevents them from using the pick-and-roll to find an open position, and does not allow them to use the pick-and-roll to break through and follow.

On the offensive end, all offenses started from Kobe's side, and Phil Jackson off the court also smiled contemptuously, as if he didn't like this little trick.

"Don't you like heads-up, come here I have the strongest heads-up player in the league, come head-to-head."

The Lakers' tactics really worked, and they scored 2-7 in 2 minutes, instantly smoothing the point difference.

"Sure enough, both Garnett and Odom are big killers in the small ball era. Using the 18 Rockets against the Warriors with small ball space + singles still can't break the Lakers' defense."

The Lakers have a very strong lineup, and with the invincible Kobe singled out, Xu Xiao can only shake his head. He doesn't have many cards in his hand, and he can't think of many ways. An outsider can't give guidance on the spot, and can only make arrangements in advance before the game. Xu Xiao also expected the Lakers' counterattack, but there are not many available methods he can think of.

If you want to limit Kobe at the peak, you must not only have excellent outside defenders, but also have top-level defensive insiders like Garnett, and you must cooperate with a mature rotation system, just like the Celtics in 08. Obviously the current Timberwolves do not have such conditions.

However, Xu Xiao did not intend to give up, he still had the last trick.

"Team Kobe!"

The Timberwolves asked for a timeout, and assistant coach Whitmant didn't say anything. The first three and a half quarters of the game continued to develop as Xu Xiao expected, just like the script. In the last half of the quarter, in Xu Xiao's words: tear up Bite, the stage is reserved for superstars.

The Timberwolves sent out the twin towers again, in order to protect the basket and rebounds, suppress the rhythm of the game, and the positioning of the two is also very particular.

Both of them move fast, but Oden has relatively less experience and is more prone to fouls, so let Oden stand under the basket and protect the frame, and Milicic comes out to sweep. This is also a strategy to emulate the 08 Celtics.

On the front line, Tucker, who is better in defense, and Outlaw, who is good in physical fitness and shooting, are used to flank Kobe and put Roy in the 1st position.

On the defensive end, let go of Odom's three-pointers and don't give them the opportunity to cut. At the same time, they also weakened the intensity on Posey's side, and put all the defensive pressure on Kobe.

This is Xu Xiao's last hole card, and it is also the hole card that the Timberwolves put all their eggs in one basket. Xu Xiao borrowed the Celtics' defensive system. After all, this is the only defensive system that can restrain Kobe.

But Milicic is not Garnett, and the Timberwolves, who are at the bottom of the league, are not the Jagged Green Army. Although the system is very strong, it cannot be used without cards. Fortunately, the Timberwolves still maintain a good offensive feel. , Outlaw and Tucker's three-pointers, as well as Oden's offensive rebounds, allowed the Timberwolves to maintain a weak lead of 98 to 96 more than three minutes before halftime.

But Kobe is Kobe, don't say this is Tucker in the second grade, this is the pinnacle of Tucker, you have to kneel when you meet Kobe. Outlaw hit a three-pointer.

The whole Staples is boiling!

"Look, I said that the Lakers were just playing with you before, but once you get serious, you can't stop it at all."

"I'll give you some hope first, and then I'll show you your strength and make you despair. This move is ruthless enough."

"But today's applause should also be given to the Timberwolves. Their performance today is really good."

At this time, Staples was already full of voices, and there were 2 minutes and 30 seconds before the end of the game. The Timberwolves used their last timeout, and it seemed that the momentum was no longer on the Timberwolves' side.

Xu Xiao was also a little helpless off the court. Originally, according to his plan, the Timberwolves should have a 3-2 point advantage in the last 3 minutes, and then hand over the game to them. Underestimated Kobe, underestimated the Lakers.

"Now the pressure is all on the players on the field." Xu Xiao murmured in his heart, and all the fans had already started to celebrate the victory in advance.

"We played well today. In the last few minutes, we handed over the game to you according to the boss's wishes." Assistant coach Huimant said slowly, seeing everyone's slightly disappointed expressions, the assistant coach felt a little uncomfortable , In normal games, they all suppress the Lakers tactically, but they are helpless because of the gap in the players' own levels.

"I don't want to give up just like this. The boss's thinking is not wrong. I want to prove to him that I want to win this game." Roy said first. During this period of time, Roy was very aggrieved and everyone felt aggrieved. I began to question Roy's strength, questioning him as the best rookie because he was a young draft year last year, and this game completely gave the ball to Roy, which also let people see Roy's strength, so this game Roy is the most wanted to win the game.

"I will try my best to give you the pick-and-roll, so you can shoot boldly, and I will grab the rebound for you." Oden also expressed his position. Although this game weakened his possession of the ball, he played very well in this game. Comfortable, facing the luxurious top three of the Lakers, Oden still has the data of 12 points and 13 rebounds. He has both reasonable singles at the basket and dunks. Switch to a more comfortable way of eating cakes. Although he doesn't like this style of play, it is the most efficient way for Oden now.

"Okay, brothers, get ready for the long-lost victory."

Back from the timeout, the Timberwolves still used the previous lineup. Roy was holding the ball at the top arc, and Oden wanted to come out to do a pick-and-roll. But just as Oden mentioned the position of the free throw line, Roy suddenly stretched out his hand, signaling not to pick-and-roll. You can fight one-on-one.

At this time, the boos of the Los Angeles fans came up.

"Who does he think he is, McGrady or Wade? How dare he single out Kobe."

"Hey buddy, don't get me wrong, he's just a rookie, last year's draft year, let him get the best rookie, you don't really think you are very strong, do you?"

"I have the guts, dare to go one-on-one with Kobe, I hope I won't be beaten and cried for a while."

Although the fans booed him all over the place, Xu Xiao was serious about his application. He knew that Roy was also a player who refused to admit defeat. If fate hadn't played a trick on him, Roy would have become a superstar.

At this time, Roy was not affected by the off-court at all, but just looked at Kobe silently, and Kobe also looked at the young man in front of him. The gesture just now was Kobe's gesture to Jordan, and he was going to hit him.

Roy is not a player who relies on speed and explosive power, he relies more on his own rhythm. Roy saw that Oden retreated to make room for him, and he did not hesitate to force him directly, but Kobe quickly followed , I saw Roy unhurriedly protecting the basketball with his body, taking advantage of the situation and turning around, followed by a disguise.

But he still didn't get rid of Kobe, and Roy made a second disguise. A bad luck finally gave him a step, and Roy squeezed through.

And Oden also retreated from the three-point line to the basket. Odom didn't keep up. There was a space on Oden's side. Roy was about to pass it because Odom was out of position and Garnett didn't To the defensive position, so Kobe can only try his best to block his passing route, trying to cut off his pass.

I saw Roy stop his hand directly, and a beautiful fake move opened up the shooting space for himself.

I saw Roy swapping his right hand for his left hand, leaning against Kobe with his body and directly pulling up, the basketball was hit steadily, and Kobe paid a foul because of the unstable center.

"Nice 2+1." Xu Xiao pumped his fist excitedly off the court.

Roy made a steady free throw and scored his 25th point, which also helped the Timberwolves tie the score.

But if Kobe comes back, as the league's No. [-] guard, Kobe will never allow anyone to provoke him like this, and he will return the ball.

Kobe stared at Roy, feeling like he was going to get stronger at any time, and the moment Tucker came to help defend, Kobe turned around directly, made a beautiful bottom line layup, and hit again, helping the Lakers get a 2-point lead again.

This time Roy didn't press time when he came back, he directly took advantage of the Lakers' unsteady foothold, counterattacked with a three-pointer, and the Timberwolves overtook.

科比借掩护一个抛射，湖人再拿2分，105比104湖人反超1分，距离比赛结束还有1分41秒。

Roy used Milicic's cover to make a breakthrough throw, hit the board, and the Timberwolves took the lead again.

At this time, it has completely become a duel between Kobe and Roy.

But both of them realized that if things go on like this, the outcome is unpredictable, so when the Lakers attacked in the next round, when Roy and Kobe were one-on-one, Oden quietly retreated to the back, and Kobe squeezed out space again to think When he was about to make a layup, he found a huge monster suddenly appeared in front of him.

Oden's direct flight was a big hat, Roy took the ball and quickly counterattacked with 2 points, and the Timberwolves went ahead again.

Kobe looked a little annoyed at the Timberwolves who didn't talk about martial arts. Kobe didn't care if you were the pride of heaven or not. In his eyes, you were just a rookie. If you get it back, it's not Kobe.

Kobe hit the inside line again, not surprisingly, this attack was once again destroyed by Oden, but the referee gave a foul to save face.

But it can be seen from the replay that this is a clean defense. Although the entire Timberwolves are protesting, but facing the darling of the league, the protest is invalid, and Xu Xiao has no choice.

Bryant made two free throws and once again established the lead for the Lakers.

The Timberwolves organized an offense again, and this time the Lakers did not give Roy a one-on-one chance. Since you are on the defense, it is reasonable for me to start double-teaming, so the Lakers double-teamed for the first time in this game. up.

Roy was a little unprepared, but he still managed to protect the ball and pass the ball out. Tucker who received the ball made a three-pointer, but unfortunately missed. At this time, Tucker is not the king of the bottom corner.

The Lakers took the rebound, and with 47 seconds left, the Lakers led 107 to 106 by 1 point. Fisher slowly fainted the ball across half court, and it was time to prepare.

With 30 seconds left, Kobe started, and with a brisk walk, he threw away the defender. Facing the twin towers of Milicic and Oden, he made a forced shot, and the basketball could bounce out of the basket, but the Timberwolves all went to Kobe from the inside. After Garnett grabbed the rebound and made up the ball, the Lakers held a 109-point lead 106 to 3. There were only 25 seconds before the end of the game, and the balance of victory was tilting towards the Lakers.

Garnett also beat his chest and roared after making a tip-up. He has scored 16 points and 12 rebounds in this game.

There was not much time left for the Timberwolves. Roy dribbled the ball from the backcourt and ran all the way to the frontcourt. He forced the two to defend and hit a two-pointer. There is still a chance 108 to 109.

The Lakers did not call a timeout. As soon as the ball came, Oden hugged Odom directly and started foul tactics. Odom's first free throw was weak and hit the front, but the second free throw adjusted the strength and was still stable. Steady hit.

The most uncomfortable thing for the Timberwolves is that there is no timeout available, and they can only serve from the backcourt. The opponent also knows that Roy must execute the final attack. Kobe pressed Roy from the beginning. If Kobe really uses all his strength to defend Not to mention Roy, even peak Wade can't stand it.

Coupled with Fisher's assisted defense, it was difficult for Roy to dribble the ball across the half. Seeing that the last 7 seconds were left, Roy suddenly recalled the tactics that Xu Xiao had trained before, and directly compared it to his teammates. Tactical gestures, teammates also understand.

Facing the pressing force of Kobe and Fisher, Roy made a long throw. Outlaw in the frontcourt used Oden's cover to get rid of Posey's defense. At this time, there were 3 seconds before the end of the game. Garnett rushed to Outlaw frantically.

But the latter did not make any adjustments. He took off with his unique posture and directly made a three-pointer against Garnett's defense.

The moment the red light turns on

The ball...goes in...