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Wang Meng explained.

"Neither did I," Yu Jia looked carefully, but still looked confused. At this time, the staff in the live broadcast room quickly handed over a piece of information to relieve the situation.

Yu Jia took the information and continued: "Yes, Dwayne Diamond was the undrafted pick in this year's NBA draft. He was signed by the Warriors on a 10-day short contract and was waived after the preseason..."

"However, in the last game the Warriors played against the Lakers, Jermaine O'Neal, an important substitute for the Warriors, accidentally injured his knee and was not expected to return until the All-Stars, so the Warriors management re-signed him...

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"During the preseason, his performance was 3.4 points, 4 rebounds and 1 block per game, which is of little reference value. According to the rookie report, he is a typical American center, with no faults in his physical fitness, but his skills are too rough."

After Yu Jia finished speaking, Wang Meng then laughed and said: "If you put it this way, he is just a dish in front of the king!"

"Hahaha, although it is a bit heartbreaking, it is the fact. The Blazers' first priority now is to seize the time when the opponent's main center is not on the court and do their best to open up the score. Then the rest will be stable."

Back on the court, the Blazers' offensive strategy was as expected by the two players. The Blazers players worked together to attack the Warriors' weaknesses.

Without the threat posed by BoGt in the paint, the Trail Blazers' pursuit and interception of Curry and Clay became more vigorous and decisive.

Especially Wang Zelin, the speed of defense is very positive.

After the first quarter, the Trail Blazers led 25:16, temporarily leading by 8 points.

Curry made 1 of 6 shots in the first quarter, 3 of 3 free throws, scored 5 points, and made 2 three-pointers, all of which were hits.

Everyone can see that it is not particularly difficult for him to score when surrounded by so many Warriors players.

Klay had the same tragic experience. In addition to the opening three-pointer, the next four shots, whether they were two-pointers or three-pointers, also ended in a blackout.

On the warrior side.

After head coach Mark Jackson understood that his opponent was determined to lock down Curry and Clay tonight, he asked Curry to try playing without the ball in the second quarter.

However, their opponents seemed to have no clue and sent out Patrick Beverley who focused on mad dog defense in the second quarter.

About half a quarter into the game, Bev used his actions to implement the pairing strategy that the coaching staff had set for him, and forced a 1-for-1 exchange with Curry.

In the first 5 minutes of the second quarter, Curry's off-ball movement was completely useless, and there was always a piece of brown sugar stuck behind him.

Halfway through the second quarter, Curry finally got the right to take a shot, but unfortunately it was a pass. He took the shot in a hurry before even having time to adjust, and the result was nothing but a blacksmith.

By the time of the official timeout in the second quarter, Curry still had not scored a point.

On the Warriors bench, an atmosphere of anxiety, helplessness, and despair began to hang over everyone.

The team played generally quite passively.

After the first half, Wang Zelin played 18 minutes, Lillard played 22 minutes, and Aldridge played 15 minutes. The three of them scored 38 points together, helping the Trail Blazers score 56 points in the half. And the Trail Blazers all

The team worked hard to defend and ultimately limited the opponent's score to less than 40 points...

39 points at halftime!

14 points in the first quarter and 15 points in the second quarter. For an offense-oriented team like the Warriors, such half-court offensive efficiency is tantamount to announcing death to the outside world in advance.

The star Curry played 22 minutes and only scored 8 points in the first half. His efficiency was extremely average. He made 2 of 10 field goals and 0 of 4 three-pointers. He relied on his stable free throw ability to make 4 of 4 free throws.

Just barely got 8 points.

From this, we can fully see Curry's high golf IQ. He is not the kind of player who will ignore the waves from the outside once he gets excited.

When the team's offense is stuck in a quagmire and he is being wildly targeted by his opponents, he will wisely choose to get inside and draw fouls to fight for free throws.

However, Curry's idea ultimately came to nothing. Even if it was so difficult for him to score, how much help could he expect from other teammates.

Look at the Blazers opposite.

Wang Zelin had 10 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists and 1 block in the half, with a strong presence on both offense and defense.

Lillard felt great today, seizing open opportunities and hitting 3 of 4 three-pointers, scoring a team-high 16 points and 2 assists.

Aldridge made 5 of 7 shots in the half and had 12 points and 4 rebounds.

The Big Three of the Trail Blazers (created by the unscrupulous media) all performed well today, and all three of them scored in double figures in just two games.

Curry casually wiped the sweat on his head with a white towel, feeling bitter in his heart: I'm afraid everyone thinks so now, we are definitely going to lose! But... I really don't want to admit defeat just like that!

"Coach, let Andrew play!"

At this time, Curry's voice broke the long silence in the locker room.

"Stephen, you..."

Mark Jackson saw the unyielding fighting spirit in Curry's eyes, and suddenly felt a trace of shame in his heart.

Just now, he secretly had the idea of ​​giving up this game.

Mark, Mark, I never thought he was worse than a player.

Curry naturally didn't know what the head coach was thinking, and said firmly: "Coach, there are still two full quarters in the second half. I don't want to lose the game just like this. Please let me play the entire second half!"

"Add me in!" At this time, Iguodala suddenly stretched out a hand and said viciously: "Even if I lose the game in the end, I will let the Portlanders lose a piece of flesh."

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Immediately afterwards, Clay also extended his right hand. He didn't want to lose the game just like this.

Mark Jackson was silent for a long time and said angrily: "Okay, if you all dare to continue fighting, what do I have to be afraid of?"

Subsequently, Mark Jackson formulated the offensive tactics for the last two quarters to the players.

There is only one key point, and that is to use pick-and-roll tactics around Curry to give him enough space to shoot. Since the Blazers' strategy is to seal Curry away, Mark Jackson refuses to let the opponent do so.

As long as the Blazers are not so crazy as to double-team, he believes that through constant pick-and-roll screens, Curry will always find opportunities to shoot.

Come back at halftime, change sides and fight again.

Both sides resumed their lineups from the first quarter.

Chaotingtai live broadcast room.

"Both sides are ready to fight tooth and nail!" Wang Meng said.

"Yes, the final result of the game will most likely be determined at the end of the third quarter." Yu Jia said thoughtfully.

The warriors attack first.

Curry advanced to the frontcourt, and BoG performed a pick-and-roll at a high position. The purpose was to bring Wang Zelin out with him. There was no one in the penalty area to make it easier for Curry to break through.

After the pick-and-roll, Curry passed Lillard and rushed inside. Within two steps, Wang Zelin suddenly appeared in front of him.

Sure enough, he is still so determined.

Curry thought to himself and made a gesture. David Lee appeared between the two, and the second wall arranged for him by the Warriors came.

There won’t be anyone else coming this time, right?

Afterwards, Curry pulled directly to the three-point line, preparing to shoot a shot.

But what he didn't expect was that after the pick-and-roll, Aldridge did not chase David Lee, but chased him near the three-point line.

At the same time, Lillard was also rushing toward him.

"Is this a double-team?"

Curry didn't understand why the Blazers valued him so much. They really weren't going to give him the slightest chance to take action tonight.
Chapter completed!