“Team Rocket’s rhythm change is really amazing!”

"Yes, running and gunning for a while and positional warfare for a while, the Blazers' rhythm was completely disrupted!"

"The most important thing is that they have completely grasped the essence of run and gun: fast but not chaotic!"

"This is the legendary way of bringing your enemy to your own pace and then defeating him!"

During the halftime break, fans on the Internet were discussing it heatedly.

Especially Rockets fans are going to heaven, clamoring to end the Trail Blazers' eight-game winning streak!

In their opinion, the current state of this Rockets team can overwhelm any team in the league!

62:56.

The Rockets really hope to win this game and prove their strength!

In the Rose Garden Arena, the audience was still chatting and laughing, going to the bathroom when they needed to, as if they were not the team behind.

They are also full of confidence in the Trail Blazers!

In the away locker room.

Howard did not forget to be a leader after resting and kept cheering for his teammates.

"James, you did a great job in the first half! Score 18 points or more in the second half, and we will help you fight for the scoring title this season!"

"Chris, you weren't decisive enough today. Millsap is so short, you can just hit him!"

"Josh, you did a great job restricting Zhou in the first half today. This game has wronged you. In the next game, after I grab the rebound, I will feed you the ball as soon as possible and let you shoot three-pointers!"

"Tai, don't blame yourself for letting Lillard score. His offensive ability is strong, but his defense is not good. In the second half, I will help you pick and roll more and create opportunities for you to attack the frame!"

D'Antoni nodded with satisfaction after seeing this scene.

From the Lakers to the Rockets, he can be regarded as witnessing Howard's growth all the way.

As he grows older, Howard becomes more and more mature.

He has reduced his post-ups and increased his attacks on the basket, pick-and-rolls, and screens.

When his teammates do well, he will encourage them loudly;

If his teammates are not doing well, he will point it out, but he will not criticize, but will give suggestions to help his teammates become better!

With such a leader, it is time to hit the gold cup this year.

On the other side, in the Trail Blazers locker room, Coach Stotts frowned.

Because Zhou Si had just told him that he would not use singles to resolve the battle in this game.

When coach Stotts was in trouble, assistant coach Campbell sent a life-saving straw:

"Mr. Stotts, Courtney's defense against Harden was not effective today. Should we ask Zhou to defend Harden in the second half?"

Stotts' brows immediately lifted, and he was in a good mood at the same time. Yes, why not just let Zhou Si defend the arrow character on the opposite side?

Before halftime, Zhou Si had no objection to Coach Stotts' decision to let him play the scoring position, and was even a little happy.

Coach Stotts has grown up!

I started to adapt to the situation.

Although Courtney Lee is good at defense, his slender body is more suitable for guarding speed breakers or off-ball catchers.

Courtney Lee, a player like Harden who has a rich arsenal of weapons and relies on his physical strength, will have a hard time defending due to his limited talent.

The Rockets really started with Harden in the first half.

In Zhou Si's view, using him to strangle Harden is indeed an option.

In the second half, the game continues.

The two sides changed places. The TNT Big Three quickly discovered the Trail Blazers' adjustment and replaced Courtney Lee with James Johnson. However, James Johnson played the No. 3 position, and Zhou Si moved from the No. 3 position to the No. 2 position.

Bit!

"Haha, Harden is going to be in trouble."

Buckley laughed directly.

He has always been very confident in Zhou Si's defense, and in fact Zhou Si has never let him down.

"Harden performed well in the first half, and he may be able to continue his good touch in the second half."

"By the way, don't forget about his free throws."

Kenny Smith and O'Neal reminded.

In the past two seasons, with the decline of Kobe and Wade's injury, Harden has become a veritable number one point guard in the league!

Harden's skills are comprehensive, but his most terrifying weapon is breaking through and drawing fouls, and he has even earned the reputation of "impertinent", which is why O'Neal mentioned this.

Although many fans disdain Harden's playing style and even made animations of the offensive methods of the first point guard in various eras for comparison.

Jordan and Kobe were flying and escaping, and Harden... kept shooting free throws at the free throw line.

Zhou Si knows that Harden's personal ability is extremely strong and even harder to guard than Durant, so he is also a little excited.

On the court, Harden dribbled the ball across half court. After seeing Zhou Si in front of him, he did not choose singles, but chose to pick and roll.

Harden, who is good at calculating shots, will not waste his energy trying to break through Zhou Si.

Howard stepped forward for a high-quality pick-and-roll.

Zhou Si went around, but was still affected.

Harden seized the gap and shot a three-pointer directly.

"boom!"

Although affected by Howard's pick-and-roll, Zhou Si still interfered with Harden with his superhuman jumping and wingspan!

McGee absorbed the previous lessons and blocked Howard, while Millsap firmly protected the backcourt rebound!

A chance for the Blazers to get closer.

Zhou Si received the pass and advanced quickly.

When it comes to counterattack, the Blazers are no worse than the Rockets!

Soon, Zhou Si broke into the penalty area!

Facing Bosh's defense, Zhou Si looked back at the moon and threw the ball high to McGee who was following up!

“Clang——!”

62:58!

There were cheers everywhere.

After completing the dunk, McGee also beat his chest and roared!

In the first half, he was beaten by Howard, and his anger level was already full!

"You can obviously play this game on your own!"

Buckley said with a look of regret on his face.

Against Bosh, from Barkley's point of view, Zhou Si can take advantage of him.

The Rockets attacked, Harden passed the pick-and-roll and then half-topped Zhou Si to break through for a layup.

Zhou Si didn't jump until the moment Harden took action, then stretched out his arm to interfere.

"boom!"

The basketball hit the frame again and Harden's foul was not deceived.

Zhou Si collected the defensive rebound before Howard, who wanted to make up for the dunk, and then directly took a long shot to find Lillard who was about to go down.

"Whoa!"

There is also a three-point chase from the hooligan!

62:61!

The second half lasted just over a minute, and the Rockets' half-time lead was about to be wiped out.

Harden looked at Zhou Si and his teeth itched with hatred. This guy was really the nemesis of his three brothers.

Kevin, Russell, and themselves didn't get any favors from him.

Kevin's contract seems to be expiring this year. Let's see if we can convince him to join our Rockets!

The Rockets attacked, and this time it was Lawson holding the ball, and there was no run and gun.

D'Antoni once said that if the opponent is fast, they must be slow.

After continuous screens, Josh cut through James Johnson and scored.

The Rockets' lineup is indeed a bit buggy. Among the starting five, Lawson, Harden, Josh, and Bosh all have independent offensive capabilities. Howard's pie-eating ability is even more outstanding.

Their ability to play the league's second-best offense really wasn't just a matter of fanfare.

With Zhou Si guarding Harden, the Rockets can also create gaps from Josh, Bosh, and Lawson!

That’s how cool it is!

Harden was restricted by Zhou Si, but the other four tigers still played well and fought with the Trail Blazers until the last moment of the fourth quarter!
Chapter completed!