Basketball's most talented forward is on the left

Chapter 978 Shooting to Save the World (Part 2)

Orders and prohibitions.

The Mavericks have been praised for their adjustment speed this season, and in this game, the Mavericks once again demonstrated their strong adaptability.

In the second quarter, Zuo Li returned to the court and played a good half of the quarter. A few passes were not mysterious but also wonderful. The Knicks found their rhythm and chased points with fierce momentum.

In the second minute of the third quarter, the leftist, who was in poor physical condition and had obvious physical problems, was sent to the left wing. It was obvious that he wanted to pursue the victory and regain the point difference in one go. However, the Mavericks' response suddenly caused the Knicks' offense to stagnate.

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Zuo Li held the ball a bit squarely. He finally found an effective method that didn't consume much physical energy, but he didn't expect the Mavericks to be so good!

"Guard me within half a meter of the three-point line! What the hell are you looking down on? I'm Green, right?" Zuo Li gritted his teeth with hatred. Mavericks' move was extremely insulting.

Although centers usually get this kind of treatment when they move to the outside, this definitely does not include Zuo Li, because he has range.

Although Zuo Li's three-point attribute hasn't been used for a while, 80+ is enough. After all, Zuo Li's height and wingspan mean that he can't interfere, let alone let go.

Don't forget, Zuo Li once hit 8 three-pointers in one game.

But obviously, Zuo Li, who scored zero points at halftime and made zero of 3 shots, was underestimated by Carlisle.

but…

Zuo Li really didn't dare to throw three-pointers casually. Carlisle had obviously calculated this point, because to be honest, Zuo Li really didn't have any confidence. After all, he was not in a normal state now, and there was no way to talk about his touch.

So Zuo Li could only hand the ball to Curry, who came out in a large circle, and the Knicks' tactics were reorganized.

In the end, Curry broke through and caused a foul. He almost completed the offense at the buzzer and finally did not waste this opportunity.

But the hidden danger seems to have been laid.

"Stephen played well in this round and made two free throws. The Knicks continued to close the score, but it was obvious that the Mavericks once again changed their defensive strategy against Zuo Li." Yu Jia said.

"Yes, Zuo Li has passed several good balls from this position before. Using his height, he can directly find Randolph inside, or he can also pass it to the bottom corner, or pick and roll, Zuo Li can always get it."

"But now, it's obvious that the Mavericks are forcing Zuo Li to shoot by himself without giving him a chance to pass the ball."

Director Zhang said that he felt that the Mavericks were really ruthless, and this wave once again made the Knicks uncomfortable, because Zuo Li's offensive ability was really not good tonight.

Their analysis seemed to be confirmed in the next round. The left winger almost made a mistake when he caught the ball and forced a pass. However, Randolph, who barely got it, was too close to the baseline and lost the best shooting spot. As a result, the Mavericks took off the rebound and then played fast.

The attack was successful, and counting the two points just scored, a 4-0 wave continued to maintain a double-digit lead.

"We can hold on! Let's play the tiebreaker!" The fans in Dallas waved excitedly. They were happy and proud of their home team. They seemed to be able to see the tiebreaker happen.

But then, Zuo Li used the simplest way to break the situation.

The game continued, Curry held the ball, and after halftime, Zuo Li slowly raised the ball to the high post. Curry passed the ball without hesitation, and then ran to the right to open up space for Zuo Li.

"The Knicks rely too much on Zuo Li. At this time, they can actually play on their own." Some commentators said.

But they soon shut up.

Seeing Zuo Li once again holding the ball on the wing, the Mavericks spread out again, almost competing for position across the passing lane, but they didn't want Zuo Li to score the ball.

Stand with the ball in both hands on the left, face the frame towards Marion, and keep enough space with your lower body.

Marion continued to step on the three-point line, making shots but not sudden shots. Others still stuck to the left passing route.

Marion even winked at Zuo Li provocatively, as if to say: "Come on, come and beat me alone if you can. Aren't you very good at beating me?"

"Cough cough cough cough cough..."

What answered him was Zuo Li's weak cough...

Zuo Li doesn't look as domineering as before now. Although he is still very stable when dribbling, he looks very weak, as if he will collapse if the wind blows...

"Look, he may want to pass the ball!"

Perhaps this look confused Carlisle, who stood up to remind the defender.

But Zuo Li didn't want to pass the ball at all. While Marion was looking left and right, Zuo Li suddenly increased his speed, swayed left and right, suddenly turned around, dropped the ball quickly, pulled back, opened up the space, and hit a two-point jump shot.

The movements were realistic and the shots were neat. Marion's center of gravity was deceived and he almost fell.

Marion: “…”

Black man question mark face.

What's going on, why is Zuo Li suddenly so good at fighting!

Marion stood up and looked at Zuo Li, who continued to cough into his waist...

Illusion, absolutely an illusion!

The Mavericks attacked, Dirk assisted Terry for a goal, and the Knicks made a comeback again.

Zuo Li still went to the line to get the ball. Marion still did not change his defense, but he did not dare to look left or right. He was afraid of being knocked down by Zuo Li. Even if he was knocked down, Zuo Li would still be sick. That would be too embarrassing!

Then……

Whoosh!

Marion: “…”

He didn't fall down, nor was he broken through, because Zuo Li hit his first three-pointer of the game with a jump shot that didn't leave his feet off the ground.

The score difference is back to 7 points!

Zuo Li: "Cough cough cough..."

Marion: "Damn it, you're trying to trick me. Can someone with a cold shoot like this?!"

"Ouch!!!!"

"Invincible! Awesome!"

"We want to win the championship! We are the champions!!"

Curry rushed over and hit Zuo Li, then roared excitedly, followed by Battier, Danny Green...

"Zach! Forget it!" Zuo Li waved his hand to stop Randolph, who finally rushed over.

Good guy, I finally found some feeling.

Madison Square Garden fans went crazy too!

"Damn it, Zuoli scored!"

"Get five points in a row, and the commentator apologizes to Zuo Li!"

"My Superman! Zuo Li started to score! The turning point of the game is here!"

…

The commentator's seat was silent for two seconds, and then roared wildly.

Barkley: "Left~~~li!!! He broke the scoring drought!"

O'Neal: "What a beautiful choice. The Mavericks didn't seem to expect Zuo Li to be so determined! And these two shots were really good."

Kenny Smith: "Trouble is coming for the Mavericks!"

The Mavericks were indeed in trouble. No one expected that Zuo Li would break the Mavericks' defense in such a simple way.

Although Zuo Li missed the third shot, Zuo Li then made a three-pointer from the pick-and-roll while running without the ball, which once again set the scene ablaze.

The 4-point difference was also the smallest since the start of the game.

The Mavericks had to use a timeout to adjust their tactics.

But after the timeout, Zuo Li stood at the top of the arc and seemed to have become a card-dealing machine. When he rushed up, it was a pass, when he left the ball, it was a shot. When he collided with Zuo Li, he separated and played without the ball.

This style of play allowed the Knicks to finally equalize the score before the end of the third quarter!

(End of chapter)