The Basketball Court Swordsman

When Paul borrowed a beautiful screen from outside the three-point line and hit a three-pointer at the buzzer, the Pacers led the Oklahoma City Thunder by 7 points after the three-quarters. In the second and third quarters, in the absence of Durant, the gritty Thunder did not completely collapse. After three quarters, Westbrook has scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. The most important thing is that he shot 42% and only made 2 turnovers.

The passionate Westbrook has carried the Thunder to the present. Although he has not been beaten, he is 7 points behind the Pacers with only the last 12 minutes left in the game. This is still not good news for Brooks. .

"Westbrook's performance in this game can be described as perfect. When Kevin Durant returned to the locker room with an injury, I thought the game was over. But I didn't expect the Thunder and Westbrook to be tough. They dragged the defending champion into the quagmire, and then rolled in the quagmire. Although the Thunder are very embarrassed, the defending champion is not easy."

Kenny Smith is now full of respect for the Thunder, fighting back-to-back, lacking Durant...Under all kinds of adverse conditions, he still clings to the score.

At this time, both head coaches are nervously laying out tactics. Henson has already planned, first use the starting lineup to score points, and then use a half-substitute half-starting lineup transition. Finally, put in the "death defense" that is still outstanding to end the game.

"In the fourth quarter, they must have been very tired! As long as we can persist, we will definitely be the final winner! But first, we can't make mistakes ourselves! Stabilize the situation and keep this situation to the end! As the game goes on, The better for us!"

Henson was sweating profusely. If the lineup is not neat today, it is estimated that the Oklahoma City Thunder will lead. But no matter how hard the game is, Henson must win. It is impossible to let the 72-win plan be ruined in the outcome of a game!

However, at the end of the intermission, Henson heard a little commotion in the other half. He quickly turned his head to look, but found the scene he least wanted to see.

"Kevin Durant, he's back on the court! It looks like it's okay! In the fourth quarter, coach Brooks will let KD play again!?"

Kenny Smith saw Durant almost at the same time as Henson, but he was obviously more excited than Henson.

"Coach, I'm back!" Durant trot all the way back to the bench, high-five Westbrook, and then reported to Brooks.

Brooks did not respond to Durant, but glanced at the team doctor following Durant.

"No problem, you can play." The team doctor knew what Brooks' eyes meant, so he nodded slightly.

"I was just too tired in the first quarter, coach. Now I am full of energy, let me play!" Durant took the initiative to ask for the game, and said that he wants to find the Pacers with Westbrook to settle accounts, how can I leave the team behind Leave by yourself?

"Damn it, KD is back... it doesn't matter, it's better to play smarter and more cautiously as I said. As long as we don't make a mistake in the last 12 minutes, we will win!" Rand's sudden appearance changed his strategy. As soon as he finished speaking, the buzzer that represented the beginning of the fourth quarter sounded loudly.

No one noticed, Henson glanced at Leonard. If Durant returns... then Leonard will shoulder a heavy responsibility.

"Kevin Durant is ready to play, haha, the Oklahoma City Thunder has returned to their scoring champion! Kevin Durant is back!"

Durant's return undoubtedly boosted the morale of the Thunder. The most important thing is that Durant, who has rested for two quarters, will not necessarily encounter physical problems in the fourth quarter. The game became tricky again in an instant.

For the first offense in the fourth quarter, Durant used a long shot to preempt. At this time in Oklahoma, God knows how many Thunder fans are cheering for this tall No. 35. The drama of the return of the hero will never become obsolete in the NBA!

Durant closed his lips tightly after scoring, far from being as swaggering as Westbrook in the second and third quarters. Regardless of the Thunder's record, Durant's performance is like a star, always stable. Regardless of whether the Thunder is active or passive in the game, Durant is like "Stone Buddha" Duncan, neither sad nor happy, as always.

If Russell Westbrook is a fire, full of enthusiasm. Then Kevin Durant is an iceberg, calm and steady. It's just strange that two completely different people can cooperate so well.

Just when the Pacers players were still a little stunned by the three-pointer, they heard a clapping sound. The sound is very loud and easy to recognize. Everyone looked back and saw Henson pressed down on everyone's hands.

"Serve, let's go back!" Paul yelled immediately, and everyone instantly recovered.

As long as you see Henson on the sidelines, the players will always feel at ease inexplicably. Chris Paul organized the offense steadily, and assisted George to respond with a three-pointer on Sefrosa.

In response to the ball, this seems to have become the topic of today. Whether it is the Thunder or the Pacers, they are always able to respond hardly to the opponent's offense.

"Their offense is really beautiful. I dare say that they are the best offensive team under our defense this season!" Seeing the two sides once again caught in anxiety, Henson couldn't help but confront the Thunder and Du. Rand looked at him with admiration.

The most eye-catching performance of the Thunder today is the offensive execution in the fourth quarter.

Although falling behind in the last quarter, the Thunder did not reveal the immaturity of last season, but played well. Especially Durant and Westbrook, in Henson's impression, the two have never been so efficient in the fourth quarter at the same time.

"It is impossible for the Thunder to lose against any opponent like this today! However, they have encountered the hardest bone in the league!" Kenny Smith felt sorry for the Thunder, and their performance was worthy. Their perseverance and fighting spirit are worthy of victory. But the victory in this game does not necessarily belong to the Thunder.

Under Durant and Westbrook's efficient bombardment, the Pacers still maintained a 2-point lead 2 minutes before the end of the game. Henson used the penultimate timeout in his hand, as planned, took the "death defense" lineup up.

Two minutes, death defense. The whole world knows that Henson wants to end the game with a strong defense. Before the players went on the field, Henson gave Leonard a meaningful pat on the shoulder. Leonard was a silent person, and Henson knew that he didn't need to say anything to him. A look was enough.

Today, due to the need for George to keep most of his energy on the offensive end, at the last moment, Henson chose to use Leonard instead of George to defend Durant.

The hard work of the entire game and even the whole season, Henson put Bao on the last two minutes. Among them, Leonard's is the most dedicated! Because Durant, who was directly against him, has scored 11 points in a single quarter in the fourth quarter. Of course, the hit rate is a terrible 75%.

"Leonard had an outstanding performance against LeBron James in the Eastern Conference Finals last season. Today, Coach Henson once again chose to trust him! Look at the spear and the shield, who can defeat who today! "

"Break through more and try to foul them!" Brooks knew very well that the three guys Henson sent on the field like to defend with tough physical confrontations, so he danced on the sidelines to remind his players and let them look for them as much as possible. An easy chance to score free throws.

In the first attack in the last two minutes, Al Horford's first three-pointer missed the target. Perkins defended Horford well today, after all, he had already paid the tuition last summer.

Westbrook took off the rebound personally, and in just 5 seconds, he advanced from the backcourt to the frontcourt and plunged directly into the penalty area!

Fortunately, Jimmy Butler stopped Westbrook in the air in time, and the No. 0 guard slipped out for a layup! But the Thunder's offense did not end there. Durant followed later, straightened his long arm and tapped it lightly, making a tip-up!

"At the 13th point of the fourth quarter, KD's scoring momentum has not been stopped! Does Coach Henson have to consider, taking Paul George up to defend Durant?"

Obviously, Henson had no such plans. The Thunder just tied it, so no fuss.

Sure enough, after Durant made a successful tip, Horford got inside this time and made Perkins a defensive foul. Brooks originally wanted his players to score fouls, but he didn't expect the Pacers to get to the free throw line first.

Since the long shot has no effect on Perkins, Horford took the initiative to sit inside to play. If you want to make a foul in the three-second zone, it's much easier.

The start of the last two minutes between the two sides seemed to be a head start. In the subsequent attacks, the two teams played back and forth, and the Pacers always maintained a 2-point lead.

But it is worth noting that Leonard has not had a successful defense after playing! Durant's scoring has come to 15 points in a single quarter. This guy is in an amazing state today!

Finally, in the last 12.5 seconds of the game, the Thunder had their last chance to attack. At this point, the Pacers led by 2 points, and Brooks had just called a timeout. During this timeout, the on-site photographer gave Henson the lens more than once. The player who speaks the most with Henson is undoubtedly Leonard!

There is no doubt that the Thunder want a three-pointer, and their stamina cannot support overtime. Henson also expected this, so outside the three-point line, the Pacers are very tight! It can be said that we have reached the point where we would rather let you break through to tie the score without leaving you with any shooting space!

"What did you just say to Leonard!?" Vogel stood on the sidelines nervously, his body trembling.

"You'll know right away, right away." Henson kept his eyes open, the key to 72 wins, the alliance's only hope... it all depends on this attack!

At the last moment, Westbrook passed the ball to Durant according to tactics. Durant had no shooting space, and Leonard stared at the No. 35 who scored 15 points in a single quarter with his chest!

But Durant was not discouraged. After all, Leonard didn't even have a successful defense in the last two minutes! This time, I don’t want to succeed!

He temporarily played a screen with Ibaka, Ibaka blocked Leonard, Durant broke through with the ball!

If you don’t have 3 points, you need a 2 point first! Although playing overtime is not good for the Thunder, it is better than losing the game directly!

Durant went straight to the basket after hanging up the screen. Horford hadn't reacted yet, and West had just been nailed to the high post by Ibaka. Just one easy toss, one easy toss, Durant can change his fate against the sky and fulfill the promise with Westbrook under the sunrise!

A step into the free throw line, Durant took off on one foot, raised his front leg to maintain balance, raised his long arm, and prepared to shoot!

However, at the moment Durant took off, Leonard suddenly killed him, covered his crotch with his hands, and stood in front of Durant!

"what!?"

Leonard saw Durant's knees flying towards him, still did not move half a step, and there was no expression of fear on his face!

"Boom!" With a loud noise, Leonard and Durant both fell to the ground! Everyone in the audience saw that Durant's knee hit Leonard's face fiercely. After Nick Collison, the court was splattered with blood again!

At the same time, there were bursts of red light on the backboard...