Yiyang's three-shot shot in the bottom corner gave the fans in the stands a reason to cheer for the first time. And that goal officially broke the Mavericks' scoring drought.

Looking at Miller Sr.'s unwilling expression, Stevens and Hayward in the stands looked at each other and smiled. They believe that after Yiyang entered the NBA, his three-point shooting training must have become more demanding. For such a guy who sees training as part of his life, it is only a matter of time before he progresses on the three-point line.

Nowitzki, who was playing on the court, did not forget that Yiyang also insisted on training during the All-Star Weekend. That three-point shot is just the beginning, the playoffs are a stage to create superstars, and today, Yiyang will become the superstar born in the playoffs!

On the next offense, Aldridge received a basket from mid-range. But this time, Ade didn't play with his back to the single, but instead made a couple of triple threat moves with the ball in the face frame, as if he was intending to break through the frame.

Nowitzki spread his long arms and did his best to expand his defensive area. However, Aldridge's quick pace in the No.4 position allowed him to carry Dirk's defense on his shoulders into the box.

Aldridge made a strong layup under the confrontation, and Nowitzki jumped up to block. As a result, Aldridge was thrown to the ground.

It was not a loss to stop the leading scorer from breaking through at the cost of a foul, but what Nowitzki didn't expect was that Aldridge still threw the basketball softly into the frame after losing his center of gravity.

"LaMarcus. Aldridge! He got a three-pointer! Dirk was pleading with the referee, but the referee didn't seem to change his decision! ”

Aldridge's performance this season has been extremely impressive, averaging career highs per game, averaging 21.8 points, 1.2 blocks, 8.8 rebounds per game, including 3.4 offensive rebounds, and 39.6 minutes played, leading the team to the playoffs. We all know Dirk is a great player, but LaMarcus will undoubtedly cause huge problems for the European basketball legend! "Watching Aldridge get a penalty, Kenny. Smith and Charles. Barkley is full of praise for this guy.

Obviously, Yiyang's three-pointer almost turned the game around, but Aldridge responded so quickly. I have to admit that Aldridge is a real superstar now. Being able to stand up at the moment when the team needs it most, the core position, Aldridge deserves it!

Standing at the free throw line, even though the boos of the fans could almost burst the eardrums, the calm Aldridge still steadily scored the ball and hit a three-point success!

"It's hard to deal with, isn't it? In the playoffs, you can barely get a respite. Hey, keep it up, we're on the right track! Nowitzki spread out his hands while talking to Yiyang, and the Germans were also very helpless when Aldridge hit three points. After listening to Dirk's complaints, Yiyang took over the baseline ball from him again, ready to launch another round of attacks.

With the experience of the last time, this time, Old Miller bit Yiyang tighter. But Yiyang did not panic, under the arm that Miller sr. leaned out from time to time, Yiyang dexterously controlled the ball and brought the basketball safely outside the three-point line.

At this time, Stevenson stepped forward to block Yiyang. This picture surprised McMillan a little on the field.

Normally, the Mavericks' pick-and-rolls are done between big and small. Pick-and-roll between two outside lines or between two inside lines is very rare.

After Stevenson's block and dismantling were in place, Yiyang took advantage of the situation to break through. The Trail Blazers' No. 2 No. 2 is Wesley. Matthews immediately changed his guard and didn't let Yiyang seize any opportunity to break through.

Although Matthews was in front of Yiyang in time, Yiyang still used a sudden acceleration without warning to kill the undrafted draft by surprise! Matthews didn't expect that the Chinese could still speed up at high speed!

Matthews hurriedly moved sideways and blocked with his strong body. At the same time, the elder Miller also leaned towards Yiyang, hoping to take advantage of the unpreparedness to complete the steal. As for Stevenson, that old guy is a sapper, and even if he is given a little space on the offensive end, it will be fine.

The things that old Miller thinks are okay are precisely the things that Yiyang thinks are problematic.

A small step behind the free throw line, Matthews successfully forced Yiyang to stop, and at the same time, Miller Sr. caught up, and it looked like Yiyang was cornered.

But Yiyang suddenly hit the ground and passed, and the basketball passed through the crotch of Miller Sr. and flew to Stevenson, who was standing at the top of the arc.

Although Stevenson is more defensive oriented, it does not mean that he is not a threat on the offensive end. This tough guard with a gang background shoots and shoots with so much force that the basketball looks less like it has fallen into the net and more like it has been smashed into the basket!

"A shot crossed Andrey. Miller's wonderful pass helped the Mavericks hit their second three-pointer of the day. Even if you are trapped, there is still a way for the team to score. That's what he's worth, that's something that other rookies and even most of the guards in this league don't have! ”

After the goal, Stevenson happily raised his arms and high-fived Yiyang. At first, people were worried that Yiyang would suddenly start in the playoffs and mess up, but now, there is no such problem in this guy.

Just 30 seconds later, a wonderful pass from Yiyang made Dirk. Nowitzki easily got a chance under the basket and jumped up on the spot to make a layup. His passing allowed him to get his second assist of the day and allowed Nowitzki, the true heart of the Mavericks, to break his scoring drought.

As the game continued, the Mavericks overtook the score under Yiyang's organization. Three of the Mavericks' first five shots came from Yiyang assists.

In the fifth minute of the first quarter, the Trail Blazers, who were two points behind, called a stoppage for the game. In this pause, McMillan's focus is undoubtedly Yiyang. How to make up for his breaks, how to block his passing routes. Looking at McMillan's dense tactical board, he knew that Yiyang had been treated as a "VIP level".

However, when the timeout ended and the Mavericks players took the court again, McMillan was dumbfounded. It stands to reason that the game has only been played for five minutes, and it is so anxious that neither side should make any personnel changes.

But at this moment, the person who partners with Yiyang in the back line is no longer Stevenson, but a real legendary defender, Jason. Kyd!

Coach Carlisle has put on another two-point guard formation that everyone is already very familiar with, and with Kidd on board, the Mavericks' offense will be even more unpredictable. Because now, they have two offensive points. If you let any of them go, you're going to make a big mistake! Ross Barkley on the commentary stand had to give Carlisle a thumbs up for his substitutions, and the playoffs aren't just about the players. The game between managers is also especially important in the playoffs.

If Miller Sr. of the Trail Blazers is a typical playoff player, then Kidd, a legendary, is even more exemplary among playoff players!

This season, when Yiyang joined the Mavericks, Kidd's playing time gradually decreased. The former superstar averaged just 7.2 points per game. But almost every year, Kidd's playoff stats are better than the regular season.

As soon as he got on the court, Kidd shook off the inexperienced Matthews with a beautiful backrun and successfully cut to the basket. Coupled with Yiyang's accurate pass, Kidd used a successful layup to tell McMillan that the Mavericks are not a team that has relied on rookies to get to where they are today.

Although Kidd, who is nearly forty years old, is not in the same shape as he used to be, he is the kind of superstar who can determine the quality of the attack if he is given three seconds of time and space.

The next round, it was Kidd, who received Nowitzki's ball from a 45° angle outside the left three-point line. Matthews deliberately put Kidd at a distance because Kidd's shooting has been extremely inconsistent this season. He'd rather bet on Kidd's shot than let Kidd burst out.

But who is Kidd? He is not a rookie like Yiyang, but a legendary point guard, a legend! Point Guard!

This bald head that looks like an assistant coach suddenly pulled up and shot the basketball! Matthews swooped forward in a panic to block, but couldn't touch the ball at all.

When the undrafted pick landed, the sound of the Nets tumbling was heard. Only this time, the voice was not beautiful at all.

Kidd scored five straight points, and Carlisle's two-point guard formation gave the Trail Blazers a golden star. But if the Trail Blazers are so easily defeated, then the playoffs will be too boring.

Then, the tenacious Trail Blazers rose up to fight, with Aldridge and Gerald Brown then fighting back. Wallace's two forwards caused the Mavericks a lot of problems with their shots and breakaways.

Especially at Aldridge's point, Nowitzki not only attacked today, but even the defense was frequently broken by the opponent. Aldridge scored one after another under the defense of the Germans, which made people feel how terrifying Germany was after the rise.

In this way, the Trail Blazers, who fought hard to catch up, finally overtook the score before the end of the first quarter. 22 to 21, a wonderful and fierce confrontation, so that the fans in the center of the American route have fallen into a state of madness.

Although the Trail Blazers eventually overtook the score, the Mavericks fans and coaches were not unfazed. Falling behind by one point is not because the Mavericks are not playing well, but because the opponent is really fighting hard.

In the first quarter of the game, Yiyang made achievements in assists and scoring. The Chinese also proved with his performance that he deserves the starting position.

But Carlisle is well aware that the race can't go on like this. The Mavericks are a bit older than the Trail Blazers in terms of age structure, which also means that after the crucial fourth quarter of the game, the Trail Blazers have more physical and energetic advantages. If the game is still very anxious at that time, it will be very bad for the Mavericks.

Nowitzki, the sleepwalking Nowitzki of the first quarter, had to wake up. If he can't play, then the Mavericks are going to struggle a lot.

"Dirk, are you unwell somewhere?" During the break, Carlisle also asked Nowitzki about his physical condition.

But the German simply shook his head, indicating that he was not feeling any discomfort and would try to get back into shape as quickly as possible. Sometimes, the state is like your dribbling, which will always disappear inexplicably and appear without warning.

But what if Nowitzki can't get back into shape? The Mavericks can't be slaughtered. So Carlisle, the tall coach, set his sights on Yiyang again.

Boy, during this time when Dirk is in the doldrums, you must withstand it!