readytorunbook Chapter 482 Difficulties
Chapter 482 Difficulties
Chapter 482 Difficulties
Coach Van Gundy was very decisive in changing tactics.
In other words, Coach Van Gundy has already made many tactical drills and arrangements for various situations.
When encountering this stalemate, the Kings changed again.
"The next zone defense, Darko and LaMarcus, each in a position, the others stand in a good position, and release the defense at any time. Durant and Westbrook are ready to double-team when they break through."
Coach Van Gundy simply arranged tactics.
In fact, the Kings have practiced this tactic a long time ago.
The Kings players weren't panicking at all.
The game continues.
The Thunder's tactics haven't changed a bit.
In other words, there is nothing to change, Durant singles, and then Westbrook singles, this is the tactic, substitute time, change to James Harden singles.
It's as simple as that.
With this ball, Westbrook made a layup and was capped by Cousins after encountering a double-team. Garcia got the rebound and the Kings' defense worked.
But looking back, Rudy Gay made a mid-range shot and Westbrook rushed to grab a rebound.
In rebounding this season, Westbrook is already among the top point guards in the league.
Because Russell Westbrook was too active in rebounding.
The Thunder attacked, Kevin Durant attacked with the ball, and jumped directly between the two. Darko and Rudy Gay failed to form effective interference, and the basketball hit the net.
The confrontation between the three was fierce, and Durant fell to the ground.
Fortunately, the referee did not whistle a foul.
The Kings defense doesn't seem to be working that well.
The game continues.
After the change, the Kings took the lead next, but this lead is more like the Thunder's poor shooting state.
When James Harden came on the court in 10 minutes, the situation changed again. James Harden played in a strange way. He was not a very aggressive player like Westbrook.
What's even more frightening is that James Harden's various touches.
Garcia fouled twice in 2 minutes and his face was black.
Although Harden made 2 of 0, he made 4 of 4 free throws, which is very popular.
The first quarter ended quickly, and the company tied 29-29.
During the break in the first quarter, Coach Van Gundy frowned and said nothing.
Both tactics were tried in the first quarter, but the effect was not that good, and there are not many tactics that can be used on the defensive end.
Defensive tactics, there are only two basic tactics, one is zone defense, and the other is one-on-one defense.
Everything else has evolved from these two tactics.
To put it bluntly, defense relies more on the team's defensive tacit understanding and players' defensive strength. In this regard, the Kings have little advantage.
As soon as Coach Van Gundy struggled, the players became a little confused.
Coach Van Gundy has a high tactical quality and is serious and responsible for his work, but his shortcomings are also obvious. The decision-making on the spot is not good enough, and the communication with the players is not enough.
At this time, no matter what tactics are changed, the gap is not big.
Therefore, the most important thing is to stabilize the morale of the army and enhance the confidence of the players.
Now the coach doesn't know what tactics to use, so the players can't be in a hurry.
Tactics are important in the playoffs, but the mentality and will of the players play a decisive role. Otherwise, the team with the stronger team and better tactics can win, so why play the game.
Qin Yang saw this scene and wanted to remind him, but he couldn't speak.
Coach Van Gundy actually dislikes players who intervene too much in tactics.
In the first match, Qin Yang did this, but it was not beautiful.
The second quarter started soon.Substitute players from both sides played one after another. After James Harden performed well in the first quarter, he also played very well in the second quarter.
The offensive end is excellent, and the passing is also very good, helping teammates score again and again.
At this time, the Kings' substitutes were rarely able to stand up.
Although Klay Thompson is a rookie, he has performed very well this season. The offensive end is remarkable and the defensive end is very resilient.
But in this game, Klay Thompson was bullied miserably by James Harden.
Also awkward were Casspi and Livingston.
Westbrook is an iron man, Qin Yang rested after the game, Westbrook was still flying around alive and well, making the two of them collide with doubts about their lives.
Both Casspi and Livingston are skillful players who win by chance.
It is very helpless to meet Westbrook.
Russell Westbrook is really fierce.
Livingston and Casspi couldn't hold back no matter how they assisted in the defense, and they were blown up. Coupled with James Harden's performance, the Kings fell behind in the second quarter.
Qin Yang was anxious on the sidelines and stood up:
"Coach, let me play!"
Coach Van Gundy hesitated and declined:
"Wait a minute, don't worry, the difference is not big, we still have a chance."
The defensive end can't be put down, and the Kings also have problems on the offensive end. The Thunder adopt oppressive defense on the outside.
Darko's attacking ability is average, and he can play out when he encounters a flawed insider, but it is very difficult to meet Ibaka at his peak.
Cousins played very aggrieved against Kendrick Perkins.
With a role player, this is Cousins' biggest helplessness.
In the second quarter, the Kings continued to widen their point difference. When Qin Yang came on for the last ball, the Kings trailed by 11 points.
Trailing by eleven points at halftime.
In the last attack, Qin Yang holds the ball, Darko covers, and Kevin Durant steps forward decisively to defend Qin Yang.
Durant is famous for his offense. In the league, Durant has won consecutive scoring titles, and his singles scoring ability is among the top three active players in the league.
But Durant's defense is also very good.
Not to mention other problems of the Thunder, on the defensive end, James Harden and Westbrook have problems, and the defense is not so good.
I can only say that it is mediocre.
Therefore, Sefoloza was able to get the first chance to defend Qin Yang.
But Durant's defense has always been underestimated.
Qin Yang singles, after the crossover, after taking a fake move and taking a step back, he accelerated his breakthrough and left Durant by a position.
At the middle distance, Qin Yang provoked directly.
This ball is a very beautiful offensive ball.
But at this time, Durant accelerated from behind, provoked directly, and blocked Qin Yang's request from the side.
The basketball pops out of bounds and halftime is over.
Qin Yang looked at Durant quite unexpectedly. Durant smiled, patted Qin Yang on the shoulder and returned to the Thunder team rest area.
Half time.
Coach Van Gundy was a little frowning.
Qin Yang walked out of the locker room alone, and said directly:
"Coach, the Thunder's personal ability is too strong. If you play defense, you won't be very good at playing. It's better to play offense. As long as the offensive end is open, the opponent is easy to make mistakes, especially Westbrook, which will become an unstable factor."
Coach Van Gundy was considering what tactic to choose, and after hearing what Qin Yang said, he finally agreed.
In the locker room, Coach Van Gundy began to arrange tactics.
"In the second half, focus more on the offensive end. Bruce must be prepared for a strong attack, and the others should cover and run. The perimeter defense on the opposite side is average. Westbrook and James Harden's defense is not very good. They dare not replace others, otherwise they will not be able to play on the offensive end."
"Ibaka's movement speed on the inside is not very fast. Sometimes he likes to provoke. Pay attention to empty cuts on the outside. Kendrick Perkins is very slow, and he has the opportunity to play singles on the outside."
"The mid-range shot must be decisive, the pass must be quick, and the defensive end is still one-on-one, allowing the opponent to play singles."
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(End of this chapter)