547: The possibility of a turnaround
Clay. Thompson scored 23 points in a single quarter, and the Warriors as a team scored 42 points in a single quarter...... If the Warriors are allowed to play this kind of historic offense in a given game, it is almost impossible for the Warriors to lose this game again.
The lead is one thing, but the most important thing is that the Warriors' approach is enough to completely crush the confidence and morale of the opponent. And the importance of these two things in basketball is self-evident.
So at this time, both the outside world and the Warriors fans feel that they have won.
"When Clay. When Thompson is on the fire, he can finish the game alone! ”
"Steve. Coach Kerr's strategy was very correct, and his tactical set-up with Thompson as the core in the second quarter allowed the Warriors to play a beautiful turnaround. ”
"It's going to be Clay. Thompson's career night! If Klay could still maintain that feeling in the second half, I wouldn't be surprised that he scored 60 points! ”
On the commentary stage, a group of commentators were stunned by Thompson's performance. The cheers in the Oracle Arena were endless, and the major reporters were already cheering for Clay. Thompson left a large chunk of space ready for post-game coverage.
But all of them have overlooked one thing – the game isn't over yet.
"It's not over yet, in the second half, I need you to look beyond the three-point line! Don't be afraid on the defensive end, go according to the original strategy! Stephenson, I have one more task for you......."
While everyone was raving Thompson's performance, Henson was still actively preparing for the second half. This team can become the overall runner-up with 73 wins, and today Henson is going to put another shame on them!
First of all, he made sure that the Pacers' defense was fine.
Durant scored 12 points in the half and Curry had eight in the half. Except for Durant, Curry, and Thompson, no one on the Warriors scored more than five points in the first half.
Henson's change of formation did limit Durant and Curry, and George's defense was actually excellent, but Thompson's goal was too magical.
Therefore, Henson will not change his defensive strategy for the sake of Thompson. Just one Thompson can say that if Curry or Durant are also liberated because of a change of strategy, this game will really not be able to come back.
So, Henson wants to put a change of strategy on the offensive end. As for Stephenson, Henson needs him to do something he's pretty good at.
In the second half of the game, when Henson entered with the players, the big screen was still scrolling to replay Thompson's second-quarter goal highlights.
There is no doubt that they wanted to torture the Pacers' nerves with such a video. "Big Mouth" Green walked out of the tunnel with a haughty look on his face and smiled playfully at Henson.
But Green didn't expect that the Chinese coach would return him a smile! It's as if the Warriors slaughtered 42 points in the second quarter, and it's not a problem at all.
"Damn, after the third quarter, I see if you can laugh or not!" The green tendons on Green's head bulged, and he really wanted to go up and beat Henson directly.
Henson smiled even more happily when he saw Green's reaction. Anger, you simple-minded idiot!
"In the second half, it was a lot of bad luck for the Pacers. They are already trailing the Warriors by 14 points, and Klay. Thompson's off-ball run was still so positive. It seems that he has already scored 30 points at halftime, and he is not going to stop yet! ”
Mike. Brin frowned, but luckily his commentary partner today wasn't Mitchell. Thompson. Otherwise, the old man would not have blown up his son.
It turns out that even with the same pedigree and qualifications, the talents of different players are very different.
You see, the Thompson family has three sons, the eldest brother and the second brother Clay both play basketball. Klay is already in the thick of the game at Oracle Arena, but the big brother is still struggling with an NBA contract.
Sometimes, talent really knows no bloodline and family. A halftime break and didn't let Klay. Thompson interrupted his determination to show his talent.
So Pacers fans are desperate that Klay scored as soon as he got on the court.
"Beautiful hand-to-hand, Klay and Green played well together. In the end, he finished the offense with a long two-point run against George. The Pacers trailed by 16 points, and Klay scored his 32nd point of the game! At the beginning of the second half, he had already scored 32 points! ”
Henson shook his head regretfully, it seemed that Thompson's hand was still hot. But he quickly put away his disappointed expression, then stood on the sidelines and clapped his hands vigorously to calm the players.
Paul then took over Henson's command and began to organize the attack calmly. On the court, the head coach can't mess up first, and the point guard can't mess up. If these two people are messed up, the whole team will be messed up.
The Pacers players faithfully executed Henson's strategy, hitting back with three-pointers.
Paul. George has been playing mostly with the ball in the last two seasons, but people forget that he started off the ball.
George's superb running and Henson's well-designed tactics made Thompson feel like he was back in the first quarter. That Pacer No. 13 weaved through the crowd like a loach, and he couldn't catch George. By the time he caught it, George had already made a shot.
This time, after a series of runs and covers, George had an open shot from distance. The tactics are played, but it depends on the players whether they score or not. Henson also knew that if this goal was not scored, the Pacers' confidence would collapse completely.
Sometimes, crashes tend to occur in a single round.
Thankfully, George took on the pressure. His three-point shot hollowed into the net and sounded the clarion call for the Pacers to fight back.
Although the Pacers still trailed by 13 points after the three-pointer went to the net, the situation was still not in their favor. However, a stone in Henson's heart fell, at least the team's morale stabilized! And then it's all in place!
On the next offense, Durant's breakaway was interfered with by Antetokounmpo and couldn't be put in. Although Thompson was on fire today, the Warriors couldn't give Thompson every shot to shoot. Don't underestimate the most basic technical action of shooting, which is very physically demanding.
And if there is no physical support, the stability of the shooter is not guaranteed. So, in order for Klay's firepower to be continued, the rest of the Warriors are bound to step up and attack, and this is Henson's chance!
Durant didn't make a layup, but the Warriors didn't pay much attention. Especially Draymond. Green, this guy's retreat is a casual stroll, and in his opinion, the Pacers are just struggling pointlessly.
So this time on defense, Green wasn't very attentive. He pushes Fry with one hand, his eyes fixed on the penalty area, ready to make up for it.
With George's first offense, the Warriors thought the Pacers were looking for three-point opportunities, and all defenses were more outward.
As everyone knows, this time, Antetokounmpo played a block with Lopez. Under the cover of Lopez, Antetokounmpo strode to the basket with the ball!
Durant is not afraid of any breakthrough at the No. 3 position, unless the height and pace of the No. 3 position are as exaggerated as himself.
Seeing that Durant was thrown out of a position, Green went to make up for the basket. But instead of going all out to fight Antetokounmpo, he kept an eye on it. After all, Antetokounmpo could have shared the ball with Fry.
Therefore, Green's defense this time is less of a "fight with you" momentum. But Antetokounmpo, but he's here to fight!
Green was stunned when he saw Antetokounmpo jump two steps from inside the free-throw line. By the time Green jumped up again, it was already too late. He thought he was smart with a mind, but he was just thinking about it.
With no advantage in height and reach, Green's take-off was more than half a beat slower. As a result, when Antetokounmpo had already flown to the highest point, Green was just taking off.
It's impossible to block Antetokounmpo, and Green now has to face a serious problem: he could be blocked.
In the air, Antetokounmpo's body and Green slammed into each other. But unprepared, Green couldn't take on the Greeks with the inertia bonus, and he was slammed off the baseline and fell under the basketball hoop in embarrassment. Antetokounmpo, on the other hand, smashed the ball into the frame hard!
At the same time, the referee's whistle sounded. It wasn't Antetokounmpo who fouled, it was Draymond. Green defensive foul!
"What!?" Green immediately got up and stood in front of the referee and shouted. Even if you are humiliated, you have to be blown foul? This kind of thing, where can Green's stinky temper stand it.
On the other hand, Antetokounmpo puffed up his tendons and roared to the sky, as if he was demonstrating to the Warriors fans!
Green looked at Antetokounmpo's arrogant appearance, and suddenly his anger came up. He swore that he would get this humiliating scene back!
Henson jumped up with the players on his bench the moment Antetokounmpo hit the dunk.
George and Antetokounmpo, the crucial goals scored by the super-strikers under intense pressure, laid the foundation for Henson's tactical execution. He thanked them, so he will also fulfill his promise to lead them to victory!
At the free throw line, Antetokounmpo calmed his breath and took the ball out steadily. Antetokounmpo's free throws have improved a lot in recent years, and while they aren't good, they're not too much of a weakness.
Under intense pressure, Antetokounmpo took the ball safely. Fraser was very pleased to see this. At the very least, he saved another player's shot.
At this point, the preconditions for Henson to implement the follow-up plan have been met.
With only 10 points left, the Pacers are in high spirits. Also, Draymond. Green couldn't be more angry!
Going from 0 to 1 is difficult, but from 1 to 2, from 2 to 3, it's simple. The same is true of Henson's tactics, with the expected beginning, the rest is easy to execute.
Next, Henson will start to slowly counter the Warriors' advantage. After 48 minutes, the Warriors will find out. Not even God can help them!