Chapter 240: The Eve of the Western Showdown
In the next few games, there didn't seem to be any surprises.
G2: Spurs 115: 90 Trail Blazers.
G3: Trail Blazers 102: 118 Spurs.
G4: Trail Blazers 80: 109 Spurs.
Aldridge is still strong, though.
He averaged 28.5 points and 11 rebounds per game.
Lillard also gave it his all, and G3 scored 39 points in one game back at home.
But no matter how hard the two of them tried, they couldn't beat the powerful team basketball.
The Spurs were in no danger and swept the Trail Blazers in an extremely stable manner.
Deng Hongfei's performance was also excellent, averaging 16 points, 6.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game in 4 games, plus 1 block and 1.5 steals.
His excellent offensive and defensive performance has made him an indispensable and important figure on the Spurs bench.
When the ball hits this, you don't have to worry about not getting playing time.
For the city of San Antonio.
The journey to the playoffs in the 13-14 season seemed to be smooth sailing, with many ups and downs.
The massive machine, under the control of Popovich, at the helm, worked in an orderly manner.
Compared to last season, the journey seems to be much more reassuring.
However, no one has forgotten that the Spurs were the favorites last season, and they made it all the way to the Finals and the Miami Heat in seven rounds before losing the championship due to bad luck.
So this year is for Spurs.
We must not be complacent just because we have passed two levels.
The real severe and cruel challenge will really kick off in the next round of the Western Conference Finals.
Their opponent will be the winner between the Ohrahoma City Thunder and the Los Angeles Clippers.
No matter who you are, you are not a good stubble.
The playoffs have reached this point, and it can be said that they have entered a white-hot stage.
Deng Hongfei put more energy into training.
It's just that Popovich strictly controls his training scale to avoid a time like an accidental injury at a critical time.
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May 15, 2014.
In the other game of the Western Conference semifinals, the result of the Thunder vs. Clippers game has finally settled.
The Ohlahoma City Thunder eventually eliminated the Los Angeles Clippers 4-2.
"Kevin Durant, a total of 199 points, 57 rebounds and 32 assists in six games, which translates to 33.1 points, 9.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game."
Spurs Tactics Room.
For the tactical arrangement of the Ohlahoma Thunder, as soon as they learned the results of the game, they began to prepare.
Popovich and the coaching staff got together and went all out to analyze the data and discuss what would make the most sense.
"Russell Westbrook, a total of 167 points, 36 rebounds and 53 assists in six games, averaged 27.8 points, 6 rebounds and 8.8 assists per game."
"In fact, aside from these two familiar guys, the only advantage of the Thunder and the Trail Blazers is that there are more people available, and the defense of the front line is better."
"Let's talk about it, how to limit Durant?"
After Popovich said this, Udoka took the lead in expressing his opinion, "I think we have to defend Kohuai." ”
"Only Kawai can restrain him a little, let's be honest...... KD, no one can stop him one-on-one. ”
"Hmm."
Popovich did not deny this.
Looking at the league as a whole, is there a more consistent scorer than Kevin Durant?
He has just experienced his peak season, averaging 32 points per game in the regular season, and is named the scoring champion and regular season MVP!
There are also 12 consecutive 30+ games of God Slaughter and Buddha Killing Score Performance.
Those who are higher than him are not as fast as him, and those who are faster than him are not as tall as him.
Tall and long-armed, good offensively and defensively, and omnipotent in dribbling and shooting.
There is no one on the front line except for LeBron James!
Man gives the nickname: Grim Reaper.
I have to say that the existence of Kevin Durant is enough to give all teams in the league a headache.
In addition to him, the Thunder's other superstar, Russell Westbrook, is not a good stubble.
The impact is furious to the extreme, the ability is comprehensive, and the explosive power and talent are unstoppable.
Once activated, it's like being in a no-man's land, and it's hard to confine.
"Whew~"
Thinking of these two ruthless characters, even Popovich felt the pressure.
Rubbing his temples with a headache.
On the other hand, on the Thunder side, the atmosphere is also tense.
Compared to the Spurs, they took more rounds to tackle their opponents and had relatively few breaks.
And the opponent's strong performance in the first and second rounds of the playoffs also speaks volumes.
Steady as a mountain of "Stone Buddha" Tim Duncan.
The well-organized Burreth Dior.
Coquettish and voluptuous Pampas Eagle, Manu Ginobili.
"Kawaii" Leonard, who has a good performance on both offensive and defensive ends.
There is also a sudden rise of bench bandits, the strongest X-factor, Deng Hongfei.
In fact, the pressure on Coach Brooks' head was even greater.
Because Popovich only needs to think about how to deal with two people, and he needs to deal with a bunch of people.
There are more variations and possibilities to take into account.
"Hey."
Brooks anxiously smashed the copy in front of him.
pinched his eyes and acupoints in annoyance, which can be described as anxious.
The Thunder coaching staff, who are in the same room as him, are going through the same inner torment.
"If Sergi had been here, we would have had a lot less problems on the defensive end, hey."
"Yes, with his blocking ability, the offensive pressure on the Spurs will also increase."
"At the moment, I think Perkins' tonnage is more than capable of defending Duncan, and the No. 4 position can be topped by Collison, whether it's Burrese Dior or Split, he shouldn't be too much of a loser."
"Yes, Kawhi Leonard will be handed over to KD, and we don't have any problems with this store."
"Russell is also reassuring to me at the point of the number one position."
"Can Sephorosa defend against Deng Hongfei?"
"Use Sephorosa to defend against Deng Hongfei? That is, to put him on the bench? ”
"Well, if you put Sefolosha on the bench, then who's going to defend Danny Green? What about Ginobili? ”
"What kind of formation do we use defensively?"
"It's so annoying."
"If only Serge were here."
They are worried about Serge Ibaka's absence.
And this problem has also been targeted by the Spurs coaching staff.
Serge Ibaka retired injured in the final game of the Western Conference semifinals against the Clippers.
You can't beat the West Showdown.
This is the most significant positive for Spurs.
The Thunder's interior line lacks his assistance in defense, and the air defense and blocking capabilities are greatly reduced.
So Popovich and Udoka also put the main point of attack on Duncan.
Without Ibaka, the main Post Sets tactics, with Duncan as the offensive core, attract the defense and instigate the whole team, which will definitely give the Thunder a headache.
What's more, there are also many good players on the Spurs front line.
Therefore, the key to winning the game lies in the defense of KD and Wei Shao and the stronger team endurance.
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