The Way of the Center

On the second day after Anjie and his Trail Blazers advanced, another matchup in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs was about to produce results.

At this moment in the Chesapeake Energy Arena, the hearts of all fans are in their throats. Because their opponent, the Minnesota Timberwolves, can bring a lot of trouble to the Thunder.

This season, the Timberwolves with Towns, Wiggins and Jimmy Butler can be said to shine in the West.

Towns and Wiggins have matured, and Jimmy Butler has also done his big brother role.

The combination of these three extremely impactful guys finally allowed the Minnesota Timberwolves to enter the playoffs for the first time since 2004!

For a team like the Timberwolves who have only played in the playoffs eight times since the team was established, thank God that they can break through the siege. Now, however, this group of guys doesn't seem to be content with the first round. They still want more luxury!

"Karl-Anthony Towns' footsteps are very beautiful. He tricked Adams and went straight to the layup! Good shot, Towns easily scored inside, and the Timberwolves bit the score again!" Reggie Miller couldn't help it Everyone applauded Downs. Since the appearance of Anjie, the big men in the United States have become more and more versatile.

Whether it's Towns or Jahlil Okafor, whether it's Anthony Davis or his inside partner Cousins. The emergence of Anjie has set a good benchmark for the big men in the United States.

Inside players no longer only need to be strong and athletic as before. Howard's type of center has almost been eliminated by the league.

Now if a big man wants to survive in the NBA, he must become all-around like An Jie and others.

You see, isn't even Brook Lopez starting to shoot three-pointers from the three-point line now? He is not afraid of confronting others at the basket, but the three-pointer can add another offensive method to his arsenal.

All big men are trying to make themselves more versatile, but the Thunder, which lacks the depth of the inside line, suffered from Towns.

Westbrook didn't care so much, he only knew that the team lost points, and all he needed to do was get them back quickly!

Westbrook's explosive impact tore the Timberwolves' defense into pieces in an instant. Westbrook drove straight in and scored again with a tough layup.

Anthony clapped lightly with Westbrook after the goal. He didn't blame Westbrook for not passing the ball.

As long as the team can win, Anthony is willing to make any compromise, even if it is to give up the ball!

"It's horrible. Westbrook was so excited for today's game. If he was in the same state in the previous few games, the Timberwolves might have been swept out long ago!"

The Timberwolves made a comeback, Jimmy Butler just got the basketball when Westbrook suddenly came out and stabbed him away.

Because of rushing too fast, Westbrook staggered and fell to the ground.

Although he has fallen, Westbrook has not forgotten to control the basketball. Not afraid of any pain, this guy stretched out his arms suddenly, hugged the basketball on the wooden floor, and pressed it tightly under his body.

Everyone in the Timberwolves immediately rushed to Westbrook, and some even lay directly on Westbrook's body.

Westbrook withstood the tremendous pressure. After seeing Anthony running towards the frontcourt, Westbrook suddenly threw the ball forward.

The crowd looked in the direction of the basketball flying reflexively, and in order to compete with Westbrook for the ball, the Timberwolves now had four people surrounding him.

This also means that Anthony is facing a basket with only one defense at the moment!

This situation is just a piece of cake for Anthony! Facing Morrow who was guarding the basket alone, Anthony directly used a throw to end everything.

The fans in the Chesapeake Energy Arena cheered not only for George who scored, but also for Westbrook who just made a heroic save.

For some reason, Westbrook was extremely excited today. Although the Thunder have won the match point with a total score of 3 to 1 at this time. But Westbrook's excitement is still not right.

After the game, the Timberwolves were still torn apart by the impactful Westbrook. Under the combination of Westbrook and Anthony, Towns, Wiggins and Jimmy finally stopped in the first round of the playoffs

For the Timberwolves, they have undoubtedly been successful this season. Reaching the playoffs again after a lapse of 14 years, this result is enough to satisfy Minnesota fans and owners.

But for the winner Thunder, defeating the Timberwolves is just the prelude to the playoffs.

The reason why Westbrook suddenly became so excited about this game was not because the Thunder got the match point. It was because he learned that An Jie and the Portland Trail Blazers were already waiting for him on the stage of the Western Conference semifinals in advance!

Morris, Ann, and the collision of two former teammates in the playoffs is something Westbrook can't wait for.

Although Morris is lost, Westbrook now has stars like Anthony to help out. The Thunder's goal is simple, to re-enter the finals and win the championship!

During the game, Westbrook was full of thoughts about the scene of himself playing against Anjie and the others. Whenever he thinks of these, Westbrook longs to meet them sooner. And the more he thought about it, the more Westbrook wanted the game to end quickly.

As a result, the unlucky Timberwolves were defeated by the sudden outbreak of Westbrook.

The game had just ended, and Westbrook celebrated ceremonially, then walked into the player tunnel alone, and rushed to the home team locker room of the Chesapeake Energy Arena.

He immediately opened his own cabinet, took out his mobile phone, and dialed An Jie's number.

"Congratulations! Russell!" As soon as he answered the phone, An Jie's voice came from the receiver.

It seemed that this guy had just watched the entire live broadcast of the game.

"Tell that boy Morris, don't worry about me and the Thunder. Look, aren't we all right?" Westbrook was very happy. After many years, he finally had a chance to compete with his good brothers. Chance to Compete!

"You should take a good rest these two days, buddy, the game won't be so easy when you come to Portland." Anjie is happy for Westbrook's promotion from the bottom of his heart, but he also will not forget that the playoffs In China, there are no friends, only enemies!

"Don't worry, in Portland, I will definitely show my best form. You will not be disappointed Ann, you will get a wonderful Western Conference semifinal!" Westbrook looked at Anthony's cabinet, That position used to belong to An Jie. Now, I will bring this new friend to defeat my former comrade-in-arms!

"When you win the game, I'll treat you to dinner."

"It's okay to invite me to dinner, want to win? No!"

"Stinky boy, your tone is not small!"

"You know Ann, I love a challenge. Stay tuned in Portland, the Oklahoma City Thunder are coming!"

An Jie hung up the phone with a smile. The Thunder team is indeed a strong opponent. But for some reason, An Jie was very happy.

Angie had been waiting for years to meet Westbrook again in the playoffs.

Come on Russell, let's fight and ignite the entire league!