Chapter 210 I won the matchup, so I'm taking the game!
Chapter 210 I won the matchup, so I'm taking the game!
Is LeBron's ability to break through defenses failing?
So exaggerated?
Correct.
It's such an exaggeration.
LeBron's "bulldozer-like" offense has little technical skill involved; it relies purely on his "bug-like" physical attributes.
Height, wingspan, strength, explosiveness, speed, jumping ability, hang time, etc.
Looking across the entire league, there are no players whose physical talents match his...
He always plays against those with poor talent and does whatever he wants.
Until Su Yan appeared.
Su Yan is stronger, Su Yan's jumping ability is not inferior, Su Yan's explosiveness is not bad, and Su Yan's speed is not weak either.
Their height and wingspan are also similar.
Su Yan is perfectly capable of keeping up with LeBron, who wants to overpower him with his pure "bug-level" physical talent.
No.
It won't work on Su Yan.
However... he can shoot from the outside, but his focus is on Su Yan's drives to the basket, so he can't do both.
but.
LeBron's technique is rough, and his shooting ability is average.
At this crucial moment, expecting him to score purely through shooting is a bit too much to ask.
Then, he couldn't move, and his shot wouldn't go in.
LeBron's ability to solve difficult problems is rendered useless.
"This guy is so talented?!"
LeBron was shocked.
Although the first quarter was a close contest, LeBron knew that Su Yan possessed talent beyond that of an average small forward.
but.
He was still very confident in himself.
Who knew... Su Yan's talent was not only good, but so good that he could block Su Yan's strongest attack on the basket.
This is too much.
In fact.
In terms of pure talent, Su Yan is not yet capable of completely shutting down LeBron.
Why would that work?
The reason is that Su Yan's defense was targeted; he only focused on LeBron's drives to the basket.
Regardless of shooting.
The effect will naturally be doubled.
LeBron has weaknesses in his skills and his shooting is inconsistent. Give him opportunities to shoot from the outside and bet on him missing.
What about the facts?
Su Yan made the right bet.
For several consecutive possessions, LeBron couldn't score and had to end his offense with a shot.
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
Frequently missing the mark.
This is terrible.
The good news is... the rebounds were solid, Varejao and Antoine rushed in aggressively and secured them all.
Second attack.
Both Antoine and Maurice, the second-in-command, performed exceptionally well tonight, contributing significantly to the offense.
Even if LeBron misses, he can still draw the defense, especially the Knicks' best defender, Su Yan.
Then the rest of the teammates will be able to attack more comfortably.
There are plenty of opportunities.
Thus... the situation on the court became one where Su Yan gained the upper hand in his head-to-head battle with LeBron.
But the Cavaliers' strong teammates were still able to finish the attack.
"Wow~"
Seeing that the situation was improving, LeBron decisively looked for Su Yan again, not to force a score.
Instead, they kept him close by, and then... passed the ball to their teammates, letting Morris and Antoine crush the Knicks.
What were the results?
I must say... it's not bad.
Both teams were able to keep up their offense, and not only that, they were also able to put even more pressure on Su Yan on the defensive end.
Another fierce battle has begun.
Of course... Su Yan's attack would definitely be better.
last minute.
The Knicks still hold a 3-point lead, and crucially... the Knicks still have possession of the ball, giving them a clear advantage.
Curry pushed it over.
He decisively handed the ball to Su Yan.
LeBron charged forward, and Antoine and Anthony Parker followed immediately, instantly forming a three-man encirclement of Su Yan.
They forced Su Yan to pass the ball.
Alright, it's all divided up.
The ball is passed to Wilson Chandler at the top of the left arc, a wide-open shot. Is he going to take a three-pointer?!
No.
Wilson opted for a safer approach, attacking the basket.
With David Lee and Tyson protecting him under the basket, attacking the rim looked effortless.
but.
Morris didn't come over immediately.
"Wow~"
Wilson didn't hesitate at all, making a lateral pass to Curry in the left corner, who was already in the shooting position.
He caught the ball and immediately hit a three-pointer.
Very decisive.
very confident.
"Bang!"
It's a pity it didn't work.
rebound?
Su Yan tried to rush in and steal the ball, but LeBron blocked him tightly, and the two were locked in a stalemate on the outside.
"Ahhh~"
Antoine roared as he charged in, leaping into the air like a desperate warrior to grab the rebound!
A second jump.
He made a tough putback layup.
Switch to offense.
Su Yan once again drew three defenders on the perimeter. After the ball was laid off, he found Wilson to set a screen, trying to shake off the defense and rush to receive the ball for a three-pointer.
This is just appearance.
Seizing the opportunity, he accelerated and drove to the basket, immediately signaling Curry to pass him an alley-oop.
"learn!"
Curry has been waiting.
Having missed that good three-point opportunity, he is now playing more cautiously and patiently, prioritizing finding Su Yan.
Soar.
"Don't even think about getting your hands on my head..."
Varejao's roar under the basket was not yet finished.
"boom!"
Su Yan descended like a divine warrior, splitting Mount Hua in two and slamming him down.
Time: 42.7 seconds.
[Knicks 123:120 Cavaliers]
The point difference remains at 3 points.
The Cavaliers have possession of the ball.
Maurice Williams pushed forward, seeing Su Yan staring intently at LeBron, and decided to step forward himself.
Left-side arc top.
Facing Curry one-on-one, he executed a series of crossover dribbles, reading the defense as he received the ball in his right hand, then suddenly accelerated with lightning speed in his first step.
He bypassed Curry directly.
"Such a rapid first step."
Curry was startled and hurriedly chased after him.
"And I!"
David Lee stepped forward, spreading his arms to intercept Morris, who remained unfazed.
He charged forward at full speed on the left wing, then turned around, spinning like a top as he passed David Lee.
Should we attack the basket directly?
No.
Tyson Chandler was guarding the basket, and Curry was also closing in.
There were obstacles blocking their way ahead and pursuers behind.
A direct assault would be very difficult.
If this ball doesn't go in, then I'll really have to take the blame.
You can't take the blame for that.
At a crucial moment, Mo Buchuan quickly thought things through and chose to pass the ball back to Antoine at the left edge of the arc.
"Wow~"
The latter decisively launched a three-pointer.
He's not very good at three-pointers, but the opportunity has come, and at this moment... he has to take the shot.
This shot?
"Shh!"
hit.
A hit with a sliver of luck—that's... killing someone by destroying their spirit!
[Knicks 123:123 Cavaliers]
The Cavaliers tied the game.
There are only 22.4 seconds left.
Curry quickly pushed forward, also wanting to find Su Yan, which showed that he had little chance of being surrounded by three people.
Should we attack ourselves?
No.
A high lob pass to the basket, and David Lee and Tyson combined to take on Varejao alone.
There are many opportunities.
However... the Cavaliers' defense collapsed very quickly the instant Curry lobbed the ball under the basket.
Antoine sprinted to the basket, guarding David Lee while Varejao guarded Tyson.
As long as you put pressure on them.
These role players are not very good at clutch plays.
Sure enough... David Lee, seeing that the opportunity wasn't good enough, didn't attack, but instead, during a feint, passed the ball to Curry who was cutting in.
"Stab!"
Curry pulled up and launched a floater from just inside the free-throw line.
Got it?
No.
LeBron suddenly burst out from the side, swatting the basketball away in the frontcourt, and Anthony Parker chased after him frantically.
They grabbed the basketball.
There are 10.5 seconds left on the clock.
The opportunity was given to the Cavaliers.
Anthony Parker couldn't get much of a chance to attack, so he decisively passed the ball to LeBron James for the final possession.
"Whoosh!"
Su Yan caught up with them, and the two landed at the top of the arc.
LeBron glanced at Su Yan, narrowed his eyes, and snorted, "You won the matchup, but... I'm taking the game!!!"
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