The Pelicans switched back to the main force early, but the Cavaliers can't be in such a hurry, at least James has to rest enough.

However, after Zhang Xiaotian tore apart the opponent's defense and relieved the pressure on the team, the Cavaliers also relaxed a little.

The Pelicans were not able to re-establish their advantage in advance, and although Zhang Xiaotian was treated more closely defensively, Irving finally blossomed after hitting zero of 10 shots.

As an All-Star-caliber player, the feeling is found is found, and after Irving hit the shot, he became high-spirited, as if someone else had struck the iron before.

The Pelicans are also depressed, and the drawbacks of Anthony Davis' inability to play are finally manifested.

When they encounter difficulties, there is no absolute strong point to stand up.

After the Cavaliers overtook the score, they replaced James, and the pressure was all on the Pelicans' side.

The Cavaliers also tried one big and four small at this time, but this season James is not very used to playing the No. 4 position, and the effect is not very outstanding.

By the second half, the Cavaliers were back to their normal lineup, except to swap Vallejo for Tristan Thompson on the inside, which was their most regular move.

The Cavaliers held the lead until the final three minutes, but they didn't expect the Pelicans to resist.

It was also they who gave the opportunity, James had played too much before, and he was actually a little tired at this time.

He was supposed to switch to Ryan Anderson, but he didn't catch up on both occasions.

Ryan Anderson was one of the fastest big shooters and hit back-to-back three-pointers.

Suddenly, the Pelicans were not only renewed, but also had a chance to win.

The Cavaliers quickly called a timeout to allow the players on the court to adjust briefly.

Zhang Xiaotian reduced his individual attack after several of the team's attack points returned to the court, and the opponent had two defensive weaknesses that the team would definitely take advantage of, and there was no need for him to rush to play.

But now that the team is in trouble again, he has to step up.

Now the team's style of play has a chance to touch the ball, but it is not an offensive opportunity, Zhang Xiaotian needs to do something that looks out of line in the tactical system.

But for him, it was a regular occurrence to do so.

On Ryan Anderson's side, the coach offered to switch the defense back, but James refused.

James is a little tight right now, but he's going to have to save face.

There are some core players who don't like to do so much on the defensive end, but James is different, he wants to be the best in everything, and he enjoys the praise from the outside.

When the Pelicans let Ryan Anderson shoot again, James really interfered.

In fact, as long as it is normal defense, it is difficult for Ryan Anderson to shoot in front of James.

Tristan Thompson grabbed the rebound and handed it to James, and the Cavaliers launched a direct counterattack.

James rushed up to attract the Pelicans' defense, and then passed back, and Zhang Xiaotian received the ball and hit it with three points.

The Pelicans came back to find Anderson again, and Anderson was disturbed again.

The Cavaliers fought back again, and this time Irving broke through directly to make a layup.

From 2 points behind to 3 points over, not even a minute, this is the NBA.

This time it was the Pelicans' turn to take a timeout, and their offense was too rigid to always want to open at the same point.

After falling behind, the Pelicans opted for a substitution, and they replaced Rivers Jr. to start playing three guards.

Luke Babbitt has the height, but he doesn't play much role on the defensive end, and can only be used purely for the three-point point on the offensive end, and now in the final minute, the team is behind again, and there must be surprises.

The three guards are more flexible on the offensive end, and the feet on the defensive end are enough, and they have a few strong points against the Knights, and they can directly pinch them.

It's definitely not okay to play like this all over the court, but for a short time, the Pelicans have also practiced this tactic.

Coming back from the timeout, Evans really hit one.

In the face of an opponent with fast steps, as long as it is a little slower, it will be difficult to interfere.

Zhang Xiaotian immediately reminded himself that he had to concentrate more, leaving half a step away for the opponent and staying in front of Evans was the correct defensive posture.

It was the knight's turn to attack, and Zhang Xiaotian was hit directly after receiving the ball.

Evans' strength is okay, but he is still a little unbearable in the face of Zhang Xiaotian, who has opened his skills.

When the Pelicans' players came to help defend, Zhang Xiaotian scored a point out, and Irving hit a two-point shot.

Now on the Cavaliers' side, Zhang Xiaotian and James can play like this, if the Pelicans don't help defense, they will shoot directly when they get closer to the position.

Defence is a test for a back three.

The Cavaliers have a four-forward lineup, and they almost don't want to be so fancy in offense, just play directly.

Of course, this is because of the ability of the knights, if the attack power is insufficient, it is useless to have a strength physique.

Evans felt the difference in defense when he tried to break through again, and he wasted a dozen seconds to pass to Jrue Holiday, who scrambled to shoot an iron.

At 39 seconds, Zhang Xiaotian hit another 2-pointer.

The Cavaliers lead by five points, and the Pelicans are on the edge of the cliff.

Next, Evans missed a three-point shot, and after the Pelicans chose to foul, Irving hit both free throws.

With a 7-point lead, less than 24 seconds, the real big picture was decided.

119:112, the Cavaliers won ten consecutive wins, Zhang Xiaotian had 17 points and 7 rebounds, and his performance at critical moments continued to shine.

Pelicans head coach Monty Williams sighed after the game, "They're so strong, they have more than one or two players above the level, and Anthony's injury is a turning point." ”

The Cavaliers can rest for two days and play two back-to-backs, and they need to adjust a bit as well.

Eddie's company sent a young man to help deal with things, and Zhang Xiaotian also hired a nutritionist to help him match his diet, and he only needed to focus all his energy on cultivation now.

Of course, I still have to report to my wife every day, after all, I am no longer a single dog.

He's also a little tired when the schedule is tight, but he's used to the rhythm of the professional league so much that he doesn't need to expend victory points to regain his strength.

He now reserves most of his victory points, but also uses some to improve his overall strength.

In fact, the impact of basketball values on strength is not only single, the improvement of some aspects will make him better in other aspects, Zhang Xiaotian feels that he should change from a distinctive role player to a star player.

He doesn't just want to be a star player, he also wants to be the kind that can lead the team and have all-round strength.

Although it is still just an ambition, Zhang Xiaotian plans to lay a good foundation.

To be teammates with James, it's not okay to just hug your thighs, and you have to study hard where the strongest No. 3 position is excellent.

This is an opportunity, and only players who keep learning and improving can get better and better in the league.

Back at home, on December 15, the Cavaliers faced the Hornets challenge.

Compared to the previous away games, the players feel a lot better physically.