Chapter 246 Bloodbath! Our attack has no solution!
At halftime, there were two completely different atmospheres in the locker rooms of the two teams.
Everyone on the Suns side was smiling, and with a 25-point point difference, it was almost certain that they would win the game as long as they didn't mess around.
Almost no one on the Nuggets side spoke except for head coach George Karl. The entire visiting team's locker room was very dull. It seemed that the Nuggets players had already accepted the result of another big score loss in advance.
Iverson looked at team leader Anthony, who was silent and lowered his head to adjust his headband and arm guards.
He felt that this was not possible and that he had to stand up and say something.
While clapping to attract the attention of his teammates, ai shouted: "Guys! The game is only half over, the second half is a new beginning, cheer up!"
Iverson's encouragement only received a sparse response. It's not that there are not enough AI players, but that the reality is too cruel.
Being behind by a big score made the Nuggets players lose all confidence.
Cheering up is never just a matter of words. Not every player has Iverson's fighting spirit.
Iverson saw this situation and said nothing more.
He is also very aware of the team's situation. Whatever he says now is in vain. If he wants to fight back, he can only use actions to drive the whole team!
The second half of the game begins.
The Suns' starting lineup for the second half: Nash, Chen Yan, Grant Hill, Diaw, Stoudemire.
This is their regular starting lineup for the second half. The purpose of replacing Laga Bell with Grant Hill is to further enhance the team's firepower on the offensive end.
The Nuggets are still facing the challenge with all their main players.
If surrendering at halftime is too damaging to morale, it will probably leave a shadow on the players in subsequent series.
At the beginning of the second half, Iverson was very active. First, he scored 21 with a sudden attack. In the next offensive round, he repeated his old tricks and went into the paint and hit the board with a high throw!
Iverson is not afraid of confrontation, just like when he was young against OK combinations, he wants to use his passion to drive the whole team!
After chasing 5 points in a row, the Suns quickly responded.
It was still the familiar teamwork from the first half.
After Chen Yan and Stoudemire picked and rolled, they distributed the ball to Nash on the outside, and then took the initiative to run and provide Nash with an off-ball screen.
Just when the Nuggets players' attention was focused on Chen Yan and Nash, Grant Hill stepped forward and sanctioned the Nuggets.
After receiving Nash's wide-range transfer, Hill hit an open three-pointer from the bottom corner!
Although Grant Hill is no longer at his peak, he has used his strength to prove that he is definitely not someone who can be left out!
Nuggets offensive possession.
Iverson missed the jump shot and failed to catch up.
However, AI was very active in returning to defense and stayed close to Chen Yan who was holding the ball and making a fast break.
Not only did Iverson press closely, Iverson also called Anthony to join the attack.
Iverson knew very well the threatening nature of Chen Yan's fast break.
Chen Yan braked suddenly at the free throw line and made a shooting motion to attract the golden gun to pounce!
Then Chen Yan turned around and found Hill who followed up to a 45-degree angle outside the three-point line.
Hill did not waste Chen Yan's assists, and after adjustment, he hit the open space steadily!
After Hill scored, he pointed at Chen Yan and expressed his gratitude.
Two consecutive three-pointers suddenly made the American West Arena agitated!
The Suns' style of play is to grab the ball, rush forward, and shoot when the opportunity arises.
It seems simple, but this is the essence of run and gun!
"The Suns' cooperation made the Nuggets exhausted. All members of the Suns felt online tonight. If the ball keeps rotating like this, they will play very easily." In the commentary box, Van Gundy praised the Suns' cooperation tonight.
On the other side, Mike Breen was concerned about Chen Yan's data.
"Chen has currently scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Let's see if he can hit a triple-double tonight."
In the third quarter, Chen Yan continued his style of play from the first two quarters, focusing mainly on connecting and creating space for his teammates.
The Nuggets never organized an effective counterattack. At the end of the three quarters, the score was 89 to 62, and the point difference rose instead of falling.
Chen Yan scored a near-triple-double in three quarters with 24 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists.
In the final quarter, he and Nash came off the court at the same time to rest.
The Nuggets still didn't give up and kept their guns on the court.
Taking advantage of the absence of the super backcourt duo of Nash and Chen Yan, the Golden Spears led the team to a small climax, closing the point difference to 19 points.
Seeing that the Nuggets' pursuit of points was gaining momentum, D'Antoni quickly called a timeout and replaced Chen Yan and Nash.
Although 19 points is still a safe margin, Mustache feels that the playoffs are still focused on safety.
After the two came on the court, the Suns' run-and-gun rhythm returned.
The Diggers thought the situation could be salvaged, but a shock wave from the sun knocked them back to their original shape.
Iverson and Anthony also gradually showed signs of fatigue.
Iverson has never been known for his efficiency. Anthony's performance today was slightly better than in the first game, but for a team boss, this kind of performance is still not up to standard, and winning seems to be getting further and further away from them.
During the last quarter of the game, Chen Yan legitimately added 2 assists and 2 rebounds, scoring his first triple-double in the playoffs!
When the game lasted 7 minutes and 17 seconds, the Suns got a chance to counterattack.
Chen Yan hit the three-point line on a fast break, drew his gun and shot quickly!
All the fans stood up in advance, but unfortunately the ball was so powerful that it hit the neck of the basket and went out of bounds!
Chen Yan himself smiled and shook his head. D'Antoni on the sidelines patted his butt to indicate that the shot was OK.
For the Suns, this kind of goal does not have to be scored in every round. As long as they control the rhythm in their own hands, the Nuggets will not be able to overturn the game.
With 5 minutes and 07 seconds left in the final quarter, the point difference between the Nuggets and Suns was close to 30 points.
At this time, the director glanced at the Nuggets bench, and all the members looked helpless.
Nuggets head coach George Karl stood up and counted with his fingers, it was time to surrender again.
With a wave of his hand, he coolly withdrew all the main forces.
The defeat has been decided, and there is no point in struggling. It is better to save the energy and return to the home court to fight, that is more realistic.
D'Antoni also cooperated and replaced the Suns' main players.
At this time, the camera showed a close-up of D'Antoni, with a mustache that couldn't help but smile.
The Suns played his ideal performance today. Not only did he want to win, but he also won beautifully!
Chen Yan and his teammates accepted the cheers of the fans when they came off the field. A hearty and big victory made the home fans happy.
Before returning to the bench, Chen Yan covered his ears with one hand and made Iverson's classic celebration gesture.
The fans were also very enthusiastic, raising their decibels and giving out deafening cheers.
Soon, garbage time will be over.
The score between the two sides was finally settled at 117 to 87.
The Suns once again bloodbathed their opponents, leading the Nuggets with a total score of 2-0!
Chen Yan played 34 minutes and made 11 of 15 shots, including 3 of 5 three-pointers and 4 of 6 free throws. He scored 29 points with 10 rebounds and 11 assists.
Tonight, Chen Yan also received his first career playoff triple-double!
Other Suns players also performed well. Except for Chen Yan, 6 players scored in double figures. It can be said that they are blooming across the board.
The Nuggets' best performance was the 'golden double guns'. Iverson scored 30 points and 7 assists. Although Anthony also scored 28 points, his efficiency from beyond the three-point line tonight was appalling. He made all 5 shots.
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In the stands, some home fans held signs saying 'See you in the second round'!
This is for the players of the Suns. The fans hope that they will play two more games in Denver and sweep this series!
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Post-match press conference.
"Chen, was your imitation of Iverson's classic celebration at the end a provocation to him?" the reporter asked sharply.
"No, it's a tribute." Chen Yan replied simply.
"Chen, congratulations on your first career playoff triple-double. Did you know you broke another record tonight?"
Looking at the reporter's smiling face, Chen Yan shook his head: "I don't know."
The reporter continued: "Just now, you surpassed LeBron James and Magic Johnson and became the youngest triple-double in the playoffs! Congratulations, Chen!"
Chen Yan smiled after hearing this and politely thanked him.
"Chen, how do you feel now?" the reporter continued to ask.
Chen Yan spread his hands: "It feels like another record has been broken."
After hearing this, the reporters all smiled, and Chen Yan became more aggressive again.
After a round of questions, the last reporter stood up.
"The Suns won a big victory tonight, let's evaluate the team's performance tonight!"
"Our offense is like Goldbach's conjecture, with no solution!"
Nuggets postgame press conference.
Although he felt humiliated after losing two consecutive games by a huge margin, as the team leader Anthony still attended the post-game press conference.
At the press conference, Anthony didn't say much tonight.
After briefly answering the reporters' questions, Anthony held onto the microphone expressionlessly and said, "We have no way out. See you in Denver!"
In the history of the playoffs, no team has been able to come back from a 0-3 deficit.
So g3 is a last-ditch battle for the Nuggets.
They must put down their burdens and give it a try!
