During the Pelicans' game day training class, many media reporters came to the venue.

After the training, they gathered together as soon as possible.

As a former Lakers player, Durant is the main subject of their interview.

Although Durant refuses interviews most of the time, they still haven't given up trying.

What made them happy was that Durant did not refuse this time.

"What do you think of the game tonight? You played for the Lakers last season, but now you're in the semifinals?"

"The Lakers' lineup this season has not changed much from last season. Are you feeling stressed when facing many former teammates?"

"You've never beat LeBron before, do you have confidence this time?"

...

The reporter's problems are like shells, one after another.

After Durant signaled to come one by one, he also answered one by one.

"It's cool, but fortunately I have experience in this area before."

Durant's self-deprecating words made the reporters laugh instantly.

They also felt that Durant had changed a lot compared to before, and he had become much more mature.

"There will definitely be psychological pressure. I am familiar with them. They are familiar with me. The competition will be very intense."

"I will try hard to try (beat LeBron), and my friend told me that this is my destiny and I believe in myself."

However, Duran's characteristics have not changed, and he still speaks honestly.

Because Durant had previously revealed that his "friend" was Tang Tian, ​​the interview content also attracted a lot of heated discussion after it was reported.

At least the fans know that Tang Tian also regards Durant as a friend, and they are from the same front.

This time, the competition is more interesting.

That night, the second quarter of the Pelican Lake Battle was officially kicked off at the New Orleans Arena.

After the appearance ceremony, the lineups of both sides were released one after another.

Simmons + Middleton + James + Randle + Horford on the Lakers.

Holiday + Durant + Ariza + Davis + Gasol on the Pelicans.

Stevens changed the lineup in this game, pushing Ariza up and Durant to the second position.

Ariza is in good shape after joining the Pelicans. This way, he can change the lineup and increase the height of the lineup, and he can also compete with the Lakers.

Some old fans at the scene were also quite moved when they saw this lineup.

Holiday, Ariza, and Davis appeared together in the lineup as they did 5 years ago.

As the number one scorer, Gasol is the support axis of the inside. Putting aside his strength, the roles of the two are very similar to those of Tang Tian and Jokic.

This lineup is really full of memories.

The game began soon, and the two teams came on the court, and the live photographer gave James and Durant a split shot.

This scene is also very similar to the past, but the Pelicans have changed from Tang Tian to Durant.

James has a serious expression. If Tang Tian retires and he can't win the championship, then he will almost lose track of Kobe's taillights, let alone Tang Tian and Jordan.

Durant's expression was also very serious, as Tang Tian said, this may be his only chance to change his destiny.

The referee whistle sounded, and Gasol pushed the ball back to the Pelicans' half, officially kicking off the game.

At the beginning of the game, James was in a state of great strength and the Lakers quickly took the initiative on the field.

Compared with the Rockets, the Lakers are significantly stronger inside, and with James's helping defense from time to time, Davis has limited room for play.

Durant was entangled by Middleton and Simmons.

Last season, Middleton acted in a very embarrassing way because of Tang Tian.

But that was Tang Tian. When he faced others, he was tall and long, and he was both on both ends of his offense and defense.

Coupled with Simmons' quick defense, Durant was also pinned to death.

After the third quarter, the Lakers led the Pelicans by 15 points 85 to 70, and there is a great hope of winning.

James contributed 27 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists in the third quarter, extremely brave.

The Pelicans did not show their due strength, whether it was Davis' 17 points and 8 rebounds, or Durant's 19 points and 4 rebounds.

What's even more, the Lakers' substitute performance was awesome in the three or four quarters.

When the main players of both sides came back, they expanded their lead to 15 points 90-75.

With only 7 minutes left before the end of the game, the Pelicans have little hope of a comeback.

Moreover, the first game of the series has a great impact on the morale of both sides. Those who win will not only gain the first victory, but also morale and confidence.

Tang Tian's expression in the stands was also a little helpless.

The Lakers' lineup looks not as good as last season, but it is more reasonable. In addition, Simmons has a certain three-point threat, which is as difficult as last season.

If he can win on the court, Durant has played very hard, but he is still almost there.

However, just when he saw the lineup of both sides, his eyes suddenly lit up and he felt that there was still a chance.

Stevens' decisive lineup has changed from before. He replaced Gasol and Ariza with Brogdon and Kuzma.

This is a lineup of one, one, four, and very offensive.

If this is described as a war, it is the feeling of the final charge.

After returning, Durant directly broke through James with the first charge, without any hesitation.

James has defended well, but his speed is different from Durant after losing weight.

Durant broke into the free throw line, and swung a big loop and threw it away and scored the ball.

There was a burst of cheers at the scene.

Durant's charge-style playing style makes people feel very passionate.

James took the ball to the frontcourt, but he did not force the ball, but signaled to pull it away and let Randall take the pick-and-roll.

After the demolition, he directly raided Kuzma and made a layup to cause the latter's foul.

Tang Tian saw this and felt that it would be unfair if the Pelicans lost this year. James was really calm this year.

Knowing that the Pelicans' weakness of this lineup is Kuzma, he immediately found a game.

The idea is very good, but unfortunately his free throws are a bit stable, and he made one of two free throws steadily.

Davis protects the defensive rebounds.

A score difference of 14 points.

Durant ran without the ball, crossed the cover with Kuzma, and received Davis' pass and made a three-pointer.

"Swish!"

Have it!

A score difference of 11 points!

There was a burst of cheers at the scene.

Tang Tian also reached out to applaud. Durant's 5 points in a row were very tough!

But looking back, James hit Kuzma again and scored directly this time.

The difference is back to 13 points.

Kuzma missed a three-pointer from the outside, and James broke through again and was not disturbed by Davis.

Davis' strong attack at the basket was also destroyed by James, and James made a sudden score. Unfortunately, the latter also made a close-range shot and also made a box.

Both teams strengthened their coordinated defense rotation and scored no points for several consecutive rounds.

The Pelicans did not play in the frontcourt cooperation, and there was not much time left for offensive attack.

There was a turmoil at the scene, and the Pelicans are behind now. The more stalemate, the smaller the chance of reversal.

Durant had to face James at the last moment and signaled his teammates to pull away.

Swaying and changing direction, stopping by three points, Durant's technical action was completed in one go.

However, James' defense was very good, and he finally saved enough to interfere.

Durant had a pause in the air, and James's hand hit him.

Others lose balance and fall to the ground.

The referee whistle sounded, signaling James' foul.

"Swish!"

It was after that that, his shot before landing hit the basket.

3+1!

The scene became quiet and then exploded directly.

Durant, who was pulled up by Davis, also beat his chest and roared to the sky with excitement.

This scene really looks like the appearance of three heads and six arms stretching out in the anime of "Nezha".
Chapter completed!