Four Hundred. Pursuit of Victory

Yesterday's rest day, for the players of the Grizzlies and Mavericks, there is one thing in common in terms of emotions.

I wish time passed slower.

The Grizzlies have a lot of positive news here, and they want to enjoy more flattery.

The Mavericks have a lot of negative news and a lot of pressure. They want the second game to come later.

There were also three games yesterday. The second game between the Lakers and the Rockets was a lot more intense, but the point difference was still hovering around 10 points. Yao Ming was put back in the low post for a wave. The effect was not satisfactory, and he was closer to the basket. Basket, played 37 minutes and got 14 rebounds, the highest in the game, which is a good performance.

But the Lakers' defense is very targeted, and Anthony just empties without the ball in his hand. Anyway, Anthony's ability to catch and shoot the ball is poor.

And Artest is very familiar with Yao Ming. The teammates who played together in the playoffs last year, flanked Yao Ming at the right time. Yao Ming only made 6 of 14 shots and good free throws. He made 7 of 7, but he only had 19 points and 14 rebounds. , the performance is neither good nor bad, acceptable level.

But the others played really badly. Anthony scored 22 points on 10 of 23 shots.

108 to 99, the Lakers did not have much thrilling to hold two home courts, leading 2 to 0. .

The Jazz and the Trail Blazers played charmingly and continued to be anxious. This time, the Jazz changed their strategy and slammed the defense. They beat the Blazers 92 to 85 and scored a big score of 1 to 1.

At five o'clock in the afternoon, the second game between the Celtics and the Heat started, and they met Rondo who broke out suddenly...

With 18 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists, Rondo scored his first triple-double in the playoffs this season. The Celtics slaughtered the Heat 106-77.

Wade has worked very hard. He scored 39 points, more than half of the team's total points, and he still lost by 29 points.

At the same time, there was also a game between the Magic and the Bobcats. Howard met Tyson Chandler, Ratliff, and Muhammad's round-the-clock defense. The audience had 15 points and 8 rebounds. His performance was average, but Carter performed well tonight. , 26 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. It can be regarded as a very good game after joining the Magic. The Magic defeated the Bobcats 92 to 88 in the defensive battle. The fighting spirit of the Bobcats was worn out.

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At 7:30 in the evening, the Grizzlies' away game against the Mavericks started.

Similar to the first game, the Grizzlies clearly took the initiative.

When Sun Ce arrived in the playoffs, there was a significant change in his playing time. He played earlier, but his overall playing time became shorter.

It's a clear change in how teams are using him.

Sun Ce performed well. He played more with the main force, which can avoid his inexperience and the possibility of being targeted. Most of the time he is on the court, and at least three of Randolph, Gay, Conley, and Gasol are on the court, at least Keeping three starters made it impossible for the Mavericks to target Sun Ce, a rookie.

If the Mavericks really shifted their defensive focus to Sun Ce, the Grizzlies coaching staff would love to do so. Sun Ce is a passer! The field of vision is significantly higher than that of the opposing defender.

Let Sun Ce play with more starters, there is no doubt that Sun Ce is more like a role player in transition passes, and a defensive rebound guarantee.

This way of use, it seems that Sun Ce is not as dazzling as Jennings in the east, but the statistics are similar to Jennings, and he scored 12+3+8 in the second game.

But in the eyes of the coaching staff, this is the best way to use and protect Sun Ce. In the playoffs, he will definitely start the game. Except for the ten or so minutes of transition, Sun Ce will be more conducive to his adaptation to the playoffs. , This is the result of discussions with the coaching staff after the first game.

Sun Ce does not reject this style of play, as long as he can win, Randolph played so coquettishly in this year's playoffs, of course we must play around him.

In this game, Sun Ce took more shots. Most of the time, the role player means that he will become the end point of the offense. Randolph played 44 minutes and scored 35 points and 11 rebounds, attracting a lot of flanking attacks. Sun Ce played 22 minutes. He scored 12 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists on 5 of 8 shots.

Rebounding efficiency...consistently amazing...

With Randolph's 35+11, Gay's 18+5+3, Gasol's 16 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists, Conley's 9 points and 5 assists, Jordan's 5 points and 9 rebounds, and Sun Ce's 12+8+3 performance, The Grizzlies beat the Mavericks 95 to 87 without much surprise, grabbing two home court advantages in a row!

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"Don't be careless! We can't relax in the slightest! They are a top team with many years of experience in the playoffs. In 2005, the Rockets also won the first two away games, but they were overturned in the end. We can't..."

At noon on April 22, the Grizzlies returned to Memphis.

As soon as they got off the plane, they were notified of a meeting, and the Grizzlies players immediately drove to the FedEx Arena in their own cars.

Coach Hollins gave a passionate and serious speech in the team meeting, trying to prevent the players from being careless because of the 2-0 lead.

After all, they are a team with three playoff superstar players, Nowitzki + Kidd + Jason Terry.

As for the Grizzlies, Randolph is the only player who can be called a superstar in the playoffs. It is true that they have potential, but they are only relying on restraining the Mavericks to win the away game 2-0.

Nowitzki, Coach Hollins never underestimated him, let Battier try his best to defend every time, no matter whether Nowitzki played well or not, let Battier go all out, just wanted Kill Nowitzki's chances of returning to form.

In 2005, when the Mavericks fell behind 0-2 at home and finally came back 4-3, it left a deep impression on people. In that round of the series, Nowitzki shot only 29% in the first five games. The total shooting percentage of the game has increased to 35%.

This is a very malleable and adaptable player, but it just so happens that the Grizzlies have Battier, two first-rounders plus a first-round swap right to return Battier, this deal looks now It's a huge hit!

A no-nonsense speech from Coach Hollins, which worked well.

The Grizzlies players are a group of players who take the game seriously. Conley, Gasol Jr., Gay, and Battier are all players whose professional attitudes are praised, including Randolph. Now Randolph is eager to win.

Jordan was reused after being traded, and he worked very hard. Veterans like Anthony Parker don't have to worry about it.

For these core members, Coach Hollins feels relieved after being reminded.

only one person……

After the tactical meeting, Coach Hollins left Sun Ce alone, and said to Sun Ce: "Noah, during the playoffs, you can only stay at home and in the arena. If you have something to go to other places, you need to inform the team in advance. Apply, or you will be fined 1,000 yuan!"

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