Last season's starters, TJ McConaughey, Nolens Knoll and Rijon Holmes, were all three named by head coach Brett Holmes. Brown was placed on the second team.

The 76ers' bench has more depth this season than it did last season.

After Zhang Zifeng and Embiid left the court, the 76ers still suppressed the second team of the Thunder.

At 35-24 at the end of the first quarter, the 76ers led by 11 points.

Westbrook scored 10 points in the first quarter and did well. But he met an even more powerful guy, and Zhang Zifeng scored 17 points in the first quarter.

At break, see the team falling behind. Westbrook sat off the field in a hurry.

In the summer, Durant went to the Warriors on a free transfer.

There is a lot of ridicule that Durant is a coward, and if he can't win his opponent, he will go to his opponent.

But there are many people who blame Westbrook, accusing him of playing alone and being the poison of the team.

Durant transferred because he was dissatisfied with Westbrook's dominance of the ball.

Not only the media wrote this, but even many Thunder fans thought so.

Westbrook was under a lot of pressure.

Westbrook is the last person on the Thunder team who wants to see the team lose, and he wants to prove to everyone that he can still hold up the Thunder without Durant.

To prove himself, Westbrook didn't continue to rest in the second quarter.

As soon as the game opened, Westbrook entered the restricted area and scored a one-on-three tough pick.

In the next round, Westbrook hit a three-pointer, and then assisted Oladipo to make it 2+1 in the fast break. Immediately afterwards, Robson also hit a jumper, and the Thunder responded with a wave of 8-0 to close the gap to 3 points.

Seeing Westbrook score consecutive points and close the gap in an instant, head coach Brett. Brown couldn't sit still, and he hurriedly called a timeout.

With more than two minutes to go in the second quarter, Zhang Zifeng returned to the court and replaced Nick Stauskas.

As soon as he got on the court, in the front court, Zhang Zifeng ran back, received a pass from Rondo, and then immediately stopped the jump shot, Oladipo was already slow when he rushed over because he was played by Ibaka.

The ball obediently falls into the basket!

Fast and efficient.

Zhang Zifeng played the function of a microwave oven when he came on the court, and his score continued to rise.

This three-pointer boosted the morale of the 76ers and took the opportunity to once again widen the difference.

In the face of Rondo's defense, Westbrook hit a mid-range shot again!

But soon, Westbrook earned his hard-earned points. Seven or eight seconds later, he was shot by Zhang Zifeng with a sudden cold arrow, which was completely useless.

34:40！

Westbrook dribbled past half court, and Rondo followed Westbrook deadly.

was previously scored by Westbrook on his head one after another, which also made Rondo feel gloomy.

At this time, it is natural to play a twelve-point spirit to defend.

As soon as Rondo tightened up, it was difficult for Westbrook to find a breakthrough for a while.

So he motioned to his teammates to block the pick-and-roll.

Adams ran to the outside to provide a cover for Westbrook.

Rondo, who was staring at Westbrook with all his attention, didn't expect Adams, and crashed directly into Adams's body when he moved sideways.

Westbrook followed up with the cover, went inside, took a big stride against Embiid, flashed past the opponent, entered the restricted area, jumped up and prepared for a layup.

But at this moment, Westbrook was about to make a move.

He suddenly felt a dark shadow on his head, and before he could react.

The big yellow hand slapped Westbrook's ball out of bounds.

After Zhang Zifeng landed, he looked at Westbrook and said, "Do you think I will let you score so easily?" ”

Westbrook obviously forgot that Zhang Zifeng was selected to the league's defensive third team last season.

Zhang Zifeng's block greatly increased the morale of the 76ers.

Previously, Westbrook was full of energy and majesty.

Hitting the basket again and again made the 76ers players very depressed.

But now I feel very relieved to see Zhang Zifeng give Westbrook a big hat.

The 76ers players and fans are comfortable, but Westbrook is uncomfortable.

Regaining the baseline ball, Westbrook held the ball on the outside again.

Because he was blocked by Adams, Rondo didn't follow. Embiid's speed simply can't match Westbrook's.

Breaking along the baseline to the basket, Westbrook was preparing for a backhand layup.

Zhang Zifeng suddenly dropped Oladipo and rushed over, jumped high, and slapped Westbrook's layup and slapped it down.

saw that Zhang Zifeng gave Westbrook two blocks in a row.

Reggie. Miller shouted, "Zhang Zifeng's individual defensive ability has improved again this season, coupled with his awareness of helping to defend. This season, Zhang Zifeng can contribute more to the team on the defensive end. He continues to perform like this, and the best defensive team will have his place. ”

This time the ball hit the rebound, bounced near the free throw line, and was grabbed by Embiid.

As soon as Zhang Zifeng landed, he ran towards the front court.

Unconvinced, Westbrook chased after him.

After receiving Embiid's pass, Zhang Zifeng ran all the way to the front court.

Westbrook's speed was a little faster than Zhang Zifeng's, and when Zhang Zifeng jumped in the restricted area, Westbrook just caught up, and he hurriedly jumped up to block Zhang Zifeng's dunk.

In the air two people have a direct physical confrontation.

Seeing Westbrook chasing the defense, Zhang Zifeng hurriedly blocked it with his left hand, not wanting to sabotage his attack for the other party.

Westbrook found that he couldn't fan the opponent's ball at all, so he hit Zhang Zifeng's arm directly.

Syllable!

Zhang Zifeng felt the pain of piercing his heart.

Abandon?

No, no one can stop Lao Tzu!

Zhang Zifeng shouted and smashed the ball into the basket.

Touch!

Westbrook couldn't take care of himself in order to organize Zhang Zifeng's dunk.

was hit forward by Zhang Zifeng, and Westbrook fell directly to the ground.

landed on the ground, looking at Westbrook who fell to the ground, Zhang Zifeng did not roar, nor did he celebrate, and his face was expressionless and ready to make free throws.

Zhang Zifeng felt that it was normal and there was no need to celebrate.

But his teammates were so excited that they ran over from behind, Grant jumped up and pulled Zhang Zifeng's neck, and Ibaka slapped Zhang Zifeng's buttocks, "Well done!" ”

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was blocked twice in a row by Zhang Zifeng, and this time he lost to the other party again, Westbrook's morale was very lost, and the next games were no longer as ferocious as at the beginning of the second quarter.

In the next game in the second quarter, Zhang Zifeng contributed another steal and block.

At the end of the first half, at 41:57, the 76ers led by 16 points.

was able to score such a high score in the half, and Zhang Zifeng certainly contributed to it. Although he scored 10 points in the second quarter, which was not as dazzling as the first quarter, he delivered a perfect answer on both offensive and defensive ends.

At halftime, Zhang Zifeng scored 27 points in the first half, while also having 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 blocks, and 1 steal.

Kenny. Smith couldn't help but be surprised by Zhang Zifeng's all-around performance in the first half.

"But this is his second season in the league, and if it continues like this, what will he achieve in the future!"

Charles. Barkley said proudly, "I said that Zhang Zifeng will surprise everyone this season, and he will be a favorable contender for this season's MVP!" ”