Bulldozer of the NBA’s Restricted Area

The fourth quarter of the game.

The Hornets' defense once again went into death-defying mode, running tirelessly and blocking every open space. Even if the opponent could take a shot, most of the missed rebounds were collected by Li Shengli.

As for the offense, everything is tilted towards Li Shengli, who leads the team, and Curry on the outside.

The primary point of attack is Li Shengli. You can often see him hanging on Rockets defenders, bombing the basket, and stepping to the free throw line several times. If the passing route is cut off, Curry from the outside will take the shot. If the opportunity is good, Shoot decisively, and only when the opportunity is bad will it be handed over to the three Boggs waiting for an opportunity to take action or pass in again.

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Four minutes into the fourth quarter, the point difference changed from 16 points to 10 points.

Rockets head coach Rudy looked a little unhappy and found an opportunity to put Thorpe on the court, but his ace Olajuwon did not move. It was not that Rudy didn't want to move, but because Olajuwon had already After playing three quarters, if he wants to play the remaining 8 minutes of the fourth quarter, then his playing time will be a bit excessive.

It was just a regular season game. Rudy felt that there was no need to bear some unexpected risks caused by excessive time. And there was still a 10-point difference. With Thorpe as a defensive player on the court, he would definitely be able to ease the situation and hold on. In a few minutes, all the main players came on stage, and the Hornets basically had nothing to play with.

"Curry, shoot when you get the ball. I have rebounds here. Don't worry about missing. Bogues, give the ball to me. We have to play faster." Li Shengli took advantage of the attack to press forward. During the time, I said a few words to Curry and Bogues.

If the main force of the Rockets appears on the stage, their offensive will be contained to a certain extent, and it will be far less relaxed than it is now. So what they have to do is to seize time and first push back the point difference. They can win as much as they can, and then the rest will be done. It's a real contest.

It has to be said that Rudy made some miscalculations. The combination of defensive general Thorpe and substitute center failed to suppress Li Shengli. After playing for another two minutes, his own basket was repeatedly broken, but there was also a problem on the offensive end. After a back and forth, the point difference was actually reduced to 6 points.

Can't wait any longer.

Rudy called a timeout to make substitutions, made some arrangements, and put all the main players on, preparing to finish off the Hornets in the last minute.

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Taking advantage of the timeout, Li Shengli looked up at the scoreboard. The most critical half of the game had arrived. Although his current statistics were astonishing: 32 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks, this was a desperate effort. , and what is unavoidable is that... his physical energy consumption is very high, greater than in any previous game, and he has already committed 4 fouls.

In the last half quarter, we fell behind by 6 points!

The Hornets will lose with a high probability, but Li Shengli wants to win more than ever, and the same goes for Alan. He puts Larry Johnson on the court again, replaces Tony Bennett, who committed 5 fouls and almost ran out, and the starting lineup is full. gather.

Return to the court after a timeout.

Facing the Rockets' main lineup, the situation for the Hornets has become unsurprisingly difficult. The defense can be fought tooth and nail. The Rockets' scoring is very troublesome, but offensively... Curry is strictly guarded, and the other players don't have many chances to take shots. Several attacks relied on Li Shengli and Johnson inside.

The game lasted until the last two minutes, and the score difference remained fixed at 6 points. The Rockets had more energy to spare, but the Hornets were exhausted. Bogues committed a foul and left the game, and Newman left the game out of breath. , only Curry is holding on, but the offense is not developing, so he can only help the team on the defensive end.

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When the Hornets attacked, Johnson was full of physical energy. He singled out Thorpe and turned over for a jump shot. However, the goal did not go in. Thorpe turned around and rushed to the basket, cooperated with Olajuwon and blocked Li Shengli.

Offensive rebound?

This will be an opportunity for a second attack!

Li Shengli gritted his teeth and did not want to give up. He tensed up his body and squeezed away from Thorpe, then jumped up with all his strength to confront Olajuwon in the air.

Although the timing of the jump was a step late, he still relied on his height and long arms to hit the ball first. It was impossible to grab the board. After picking up, he took off the second time to get the ball. He turned around and sent the ball into the basket with a small hook. , and after completing all these actions, he could clearly feel the soreness in his muscles.

Offense and defense change sides.

When Olajuwon of the Rockets asked for the ball, Li Shengli really couldn't guard him. His defense was not a big problem when he was in full physical condition, but now... his reaction was half a beat too slow, and he couldn't stand the opponent's fake moves. After being kicked away, Olajuwon scored an easy layup.

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At this time, more than a dozen pairs of eyes are staring at this game. They come from the management of various teams in the league. They are all teams interested in participating in the Hornets trade, and here in Salt Lake City... Jerry Sloan's eyes are Risking all his life, he slammed the table next to him, shocking Jazz owner Larry Miller.

"Larry, do you still mean what you said?"

"Of course it counts!" Larry Miller stared at the screen in surprise. "I have to admit that this little guy Li has good abilities, but his current data is still a little behind our bet. Time is only One minute left."

"You should say... there's still one minute left!"

"Is there a difference?"

"Of course, just watch, I'm going to fix him!"

Larry Miller closed his eyes and no longer paid attention to this game. It seemed that the outcome was determined, because Li Shengli's current statistics were 36 points, 14 rebounds, and only 1 minute was left. Considering the physical fitness of both sides, more was calculated... ...As expected, the Hornets only have 2 offensive rounds left.

What can you do in 2 rounds? !

Li Shengli's current state, not to mention rebounds, is about scoring. Larry Miller feels that even if everything goes wrong, he won't be able to score 4 points. Maybe... with 5 fouls on his hands, he will be able to score within 1 minute. Was knocked out early by the Rockets.

"Good luck to you, man!"

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The last minute of the game.

The Hornets were 4 points behind, but the ball was in the hands of the Rockets. After scoring, the point difference was still 6 points, so if the Hornets wanted to win, they must not let the Rockets score in this round, and Curry... used a trick With his strength, he actually completed a crucial steal, igniting the atmosphere of the entire audience.

"Beautiful, Curry, well done!" Li Shengli's eyes lit up.

"Ahem... Next, it's up to you!" Curry couldn't run anymore. He protected the ball on the spot and gasped. There was no way to start a fast break. The Hornets could only press forward slowly. .

"Hold on, leave the rest to me!"

"You bastard, save your energy and say less!"

It has to be said that Curry's steal is too critical. If the Hornets can counterattack a goal, the point difference will be reduced to 2 points, and then they will defend the Rockets and then counterattack, and there is hope for overtime. Although this is the most ideal situation, and even a fantasy, people are not ordinary people, and they have to have some dreams after all.