Chapter 46: The Unexpected Pass
On November 14, the Spurs challenged the Timberwolves on the field. This game did not receive much attention from the outside world. After all, the Spurs were a low-key Spurs, a Timberwolves in a bitter cold land, at the bottom of the Western Conference. Except for the local media, few people were willing to report here.
At the beginning of the game, players from both sides came to the court and took their respective positions. The Spurs got their first opportunity to attack.
Radar has a very good advantage, that is, he will not underestimate anyone. Whether he is facing Paul, Lillard, or McCollum, he will try his best to attack and defend.
In the first offense, Radar passed Jeff Teague in one step. Facing the basket guarded by Towns, Radar made a layup and easily scored the first two points for the Spurs.
Jeff Teague made his mark during the Hawks period and now earns a salary that is double that of Radar. In his first offense, he didn't even touch Radar's body hair.
The Timberwolves counterattacked. Karl-Anthony Towns received Russell's pass, picked up the explosive bag and rushed inside. Towns' ability to get close to the basket is also second to none among the league's inside players, and his physical fitness is
Very good, strong and strong, like a horse, forcing Aldridge to retreat continuously.
Towns, who hit a layup, was elated and challenged Ade. Yes, in ESPN's rankings, Ade and Towns are in the same level. In such a matchup, the young Towns is naturally better than Ade.
Care about winning or losing.
Ade smiled bitterly and shook his head. It's great to be young. Once upon a time, he was so high-spirited.
The Timberwolves had done some research on the radar before the game against the Spurs. They knew that Jeff Teague alone could not guard against the radar, so they assisted in the defense.
Radar's offensive line has Russell on the left and Wiggins on the right. They are like two goalkeepers, glaring at each other.
Radar could only retreat in the face of difficulties, his attack was blocked, and he had no choice but to create opportunities for his teammates.
DeRozan also played very actively today, but he didn't keep asking for the ball like he did in the last game. He actively ran around, broke through the opponent's defensive formation, and opened up space for Radar.
When DeRozan passed by him, Radar took a step to the left, and then passed the ball to Gay in the bottom corner. Guy did not hesitate to pass to Boltel inside, and Boltel passed the ball to Radar again.
At this time, DeRozan turned back and ran in the direction of the radar again. Near the free throw line, the radar gave the ball to DeRozan again.
In the past, DeRozan would never move without the ball. Perhaps he was stimulated in the last game. After receiving the ball, DeRozan immediately took action and hit a long two-pointer.
It's true that the flowers planted intentionally did not bloom, but the willows planted unintentionally made the trees shade. I couldn't make any shot in the last game, but today I can hit every shot I make.
DeRozan spreads his hands, whatever the situation, is this okay?
4 to 2, the Spurs led by 2 points, but the next scene made the Timberwolves' home audience excited.
Jeff Teague was defended by Radar and was destined to be a tool man in this game. He gave the ball to Russell, who passed the ball back.
Dige: The watch was given to me, but I couldn’t vote for it. I’m really not passing the blame.
Russell glanced at Teague, okay, you are indeed in trouble. Russell received the pass again and hit a long shot from the outside to overtake the lead.
The Timberwolves' home fans were filled with loud noises one after another.
The Spurs attacked, Ade received a pass from Radar, and beat Towns with a back-up. Towns raised one hand high, held Ade's waist with the other, pushed forward, and competed with Ade...
Ade batted the ball with one hand, and after three hits, he turned around and took action. However, Towns expected it and hit a big shot that made Ade's head buzz.
Ade did not expect to be blocked in his first attack against Towns in the new season. Has Towns improved so quickly?
The fans at the scene shouted Towns' name. This block was so exciting. If it hadn't been for the appearance of Radar, Ade was the core of this Spurs. If the core was blocked, the impact would be great.
The basketball was shot away and fell into the hands of the radar impartially.
Radar shouted: "Hold, hold!"
The Spurs' already chaotic formation was immediately rearranged.
Radar passed the ball to DeRozan. DeRozan looked at Wiggins in front of him and decided to forget it.
Gay, here you go!
Gay rushed inside with the ball and handed the ball to Boltel, who held the basketball high.
Radar had already started running after passing the ball. Dige followed behind to eat exhaust gas. Radar, who was running around the baseline, received Boltel's pass and hit a reverse layup.
Wiggins' dribbling was interfered by the tall and long-armed Gay, and a mistake occurred, giving the Spurs another opportunity to attack.
DeRozan, who received the pass, hit Russell and then rushed inside. However, the Timberwolves' defense was very tight on this shot. Not only were Towns and Turner inside, but Wiggins was also on the edge of the penalty area.
Side response.
DeRozan's layup was blocked and the basketball slipped from his hands. Wiggins took the ball and immediately launched a fast break.
The Spurs had the fastest reaction, and the fastest one was Radar. He took the lead and ran to the backcourt, waiting for Wiggins to arrive.
As the No. 1 pick, Wiggins has been in the league for six or seven years. He has not made much progress, but he has more or less experience. When his fast break is blocked, he immediately stops dribbling and waits for support from his teammates.
Turner went in the direction of Wiggins to cover for him. Gay followed Turner, ready to switch defenses with Radar at any time.
Wiggins saw Towns from the middle and went straight to the basket from the center. He used his height and wingspan to throw the ball to Towns.
Towns received the ball and was unstoppable. He started running in three steps. Ade behind him was still unable to match Towns in terms of footwork and explosive speed, so he could only let Towns slam dunk with great force.
Hey, Ade sighed and looked at the ball with excitement.
Radar said to Adelaide: "Adelaide, you are strong, can shoot and pass. You are better than Towns. They only seized two opportunities, don't worry."
Ade nodded and took the initiative to go to the baseline to serve.
Radar brought the ball to the frontcourt, unhurriedly, waiting for Ade to enter the inside.
As soon as Aldridge was in position, the hot wheels under Radar's feet immediately started, and he passed Jeff Teague in one big step. Radar's speed was very fast, and everything happened very quickly. As soon as Aldridge took his position, Radar suddenly
Moved.
After passing Dige, there was no one in front of Radar, so it was a good opportunity. Radar took off, bent his wrist, and took action.
The expected high parabola did not appear. At the moment of release, Radar pressed down on his wrist, changing the trajectory of the basketball. The basketball flying towards the basket flew in the direction of Adelaide.
Wiggins didn't expect this shot. He came from the baseline to help defend and went in the direction of the radar shot. Towns also didn't expect this shot. He was already preparing to grab a rebound under the basket. This shot
Even Adelaide did not expect that such a good opportunity would be given to him even though he was not on the radar.
Ade, who was just catching the ball, understood something, turned around immediately, and dunked with one hand on the frame!
Radar is not wasting opportunities, it is not that he does not want to score, but at this time, Ade, like DeRozan in the last game, needs confidence. This goal is very useful for Ade's subsequent games.
After dunking, Ade, after landing, rarely roared at Towns. He was relieved, so relieved!
Chapter completed!