naaapseattle Chapter 286 Away! Cemetery?
Chapter 286 Away! Cemetery?
Chapter 286 Away Game! Graveyard
That night, after the press conference was over, Presti boarded the plane to Oklahoma with the team. In the past, the Hornets only went to away games on the second day, but this time the opponent was the Thunder, and the Thunder's home court was the league's recognized devil's home court, so it was better to get used to it earlier!
The next day, the Hornets started training in the arena. Presti knew very well that the next game would be very difficult, so he said to the players: "Although I am very sure that we will be the champion of the Western Conference, but what the Thunder said yesterday is very correct. They will be very difficult to deal with at their home court. Curry, you should know it best!"
Curry nodded and said, "That's true. The Thunder players will be very excited at home! Especially when the fans are cheering when they play aggressively, it can be said to be unstoppable!"
Presti went on to say: "The core of the Thunder is defensive counterattack! The basis of defensive counterattack is to defend against our offense, grab defensive rebounds, and sprint with all our strength! Therefore, in the next game, try to prevent the opponent from counterattacking! If the rebound is in a favorable position, then go for it. If not, retreat with all your strength!"
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In the Thunder training hall, Brooks said to the players: "The core of the Hornets is to cooperate with each other and pass the ball multiple times to find the most suitable shot space. We rely on our talent to intercept them! Then push the fast break with all our strength! Remember not to distract yourself when defending, especially those who defend Curry, Thompson, and Paul George. They are very good at running without the ball! Once they are given space, they will immediately seize the opportunity to score!"
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On June 6th, the Chesapeake Energy Stadium in Oklahoma was full of people!The home court was already full of fans. They were wearing uniform royal blue T-shirts. The sea of royal blue clothing was choppy, and the cheers and shouts of the fans seemed to overturn the roof!
And the shouts outside the stadium were also loud!The Thunder fans who didn't buy the stadium tickets had already gathered under the big screen outside the arena. Even though the players in the arena couldn't hear them, they still shouted enthusiastically!Shouting: "Thunder Up! Thunder Up!"
In the Hornets locker room, Presti once again emphasized the issues that should be paid attention to before!Then Presti encouraged loudly: "Let the whole world see your strength tonight, and go all out to win the game!"
At this time, the players of the Hornets felt the blood in their bodies rushing wildly, and they were extremely supportive, and their bodies were already boiling!So he shouted with all his strength: "We must win! We must win! We must win!"
In the Thunder locker room, the players also had the same determination to win, while Brooks encouraged him with the same confidence: "Tonight, my battle arena is the Chesapeake Energy Arena! Let the Hornets know who is in charge here! Kick them out in front of the Oklahoma fans!!!"
I have to say that Brooks' chicken soup for the soul and inspiring people is really a must!
The players shouted with all their strength: "Get out! Get out! Get out!"
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When Presti and the players appeared on the court, there was a huge shouting sound in their ears. Under such turbulent shouting, the Hornets were like a fishing boat in the ocean, ready to be overturned at any time!
At this time, Presti waved his hand to the fans angrily, and suddenly there were crazy applause and shouts in the stadium, and the voices were soon unified, "President General! General President! General President!" The voice continued to echo in this stadium!
It wasn't until the Thunder showed up that the voice became: "Thunder up! Thunder up! Thunder up!"
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The commentary for tonight's game is Chris Webber and Barkley!
Chris Webber laughed and said: "The Thunder's home atmosphere is impeccable, and I am so looking forward to the next game!"
Barkley smiled and said: "Haha, I have been looking forward to it, looking forward to every game between the Thunder and the Hornets!"
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A few minutes later, players from both sides walked to the middle of the court,
Thunder starters: Westbrook, Matthews, Durant, Ibaka, Jordan Jr.
Hornets starters: Curry, Fey Thompson, Paul George, David West, Whiteside
With the referee throwing the ball high!
The game officially begins!
Whiteside and Jordan jumped almost at the same time!
But this time Whiteside has the advantage, put the ball into Curry's hands, and the Hornets attack first!
The Hornets held the ball to the top of the arc, Whiteside stepped forward to screen, and entered the paint with the screen, Jordan switched defenses!
Curry faced Jordan, and the rhythm changed continuously!
Suddenly started in!
When the free throw line toss successfully! 2:0!
Ibaka slammed in the backcourt and quickly scored Westbrook who was running forward. Westbrook sprinted with the ball!
too fast!too fast!
Taking advantage of the Hornets' unsteady foothold!
One step to the free throw line, take off!
Dunk! 2:2!
"Wow!" "Crack! Crack!" There were bursts of exclamation and applause in the arena, and Ji Thunder fans sat down one after another. This is also the tradition of the Thunder, and they only sit when they score.
"OKC!" "OKC!" "... the voice spread in every position of the court,
Curry holds the ball to the top of the arc and transfers the ball to David West, who is in the important position.
After David Westage received the ball, he didn't stop at all, leaned his back against Ibaka, turned around and threw it! !
Although Ibaka's defensive ability is top-notch, but at that time, the assisted defense and the single defense could not block a low-post master like David West!
The ball hits steadily! 2:4!
"David West is a bit difficult to deal with. Ibaka's best defense ability and shot-blocking ability. Although his single defense ability is also very good, it is not enough to single-handedly defend against a low-post player like David West. Once double-teamed, the Hornets' perimeter has long been waiting!" Chris Webber worried.
On the Thunder's side, Westbrook held the ball to the top of the arc, faced Mi Curry, and suddenly started to go to the left!
It's easy!
To the left basket!
Layup hit!
4:4
Curry accelerated to the frontcourt!
Whiteside comes to cover!
keep going!
Ibaka didn't let go at this time, but quickly helped defend!
Then distribute it to Paul George on the right!
Some space!
Direct three-point shot!
Miss!
Westbrook got the rebound and sprinted!
And the Hornets quickly retreated!
They clearly remember to retreat with all their strength once they are not in a favorable position!
Westbrook reaches the top of the arc, no chance, reorganize!
Give it to Durant!
Durant's Paul George!
Continuous crossover!
Suddenly jump up and pull!
hit!
7:4
Paul George brought to the frontcourt!
Divide Curry!
But Westbrook popped out suddenly!
Steal it!
One-stop sprint!
The Hornets players can't catch up at all!
Take off straight away!
Dunk again! !
9:4
Presti shook his head, still too nervous, such an obvious pass, is Westbrook's speed fake?Westbrook is a master of steals!
Curry continued to hold the ball to the top of the arc and passed the ball to Thompson!
Thompson gave it to Paul George!
Speed up the breakthrough!
Ibaka helps defend again!
Slap down!
Jordan grabs the rebound!
Point Westbrook!
Westbrook continues to sprint!
To the front field!
Durant is positioned on the right!
There is no one in front of you!
Three-point shot!
middle!middle!middle!
12:4! !
Beep!Presti called a timeout!
At this time, the stadium has become restless!
(End of this chapter)