The NBA is actually a lot like Honor of Kings: certain players and lineups counter others.
LeBron at his peak was incredibly strong, but he struggled against teams with towering centers.
That was why he had such a hard time against the Jazz, who had Gobert.
The Cosmic Warriors were once the best team in the entire league, but they struggled against teams that could use Unlimited Switching Defense.
That was why the Warriors had such a hard time winning against the Rockets back then.
The Raptors' lineup now included Wang Yi and Big Lock Rock.
One could guard Doncic one-on-one, while the other might not be able to stop King Arthur, but at least he could match him in size.
That meant the Raptors didn't need to double-team.
As a result, it would be hard for the Lakers to run their Triangle Offense.
The Lakers' strength lay in their offense. If they couldn't get it going, they'd be in trouble.
But as a coach, Phil Jackson couldn't say he had no answers in this situation.
He simply told his players:
"If the Raptors keep playing aggressive defense and looking to run in transition in the third quarter, we have to get back on defense quickly."
"On offense, let Arthur go one-on-one and demolish Locke!"
"Doncic and Rivers, stay out on the perimeter and be ready!"
Everyone nodded.
Honestly, this wasn't really a way to counter the Raptors' transition defense, but it was the best they could do for now.
Meanwhile, in the Raptors' locker room.
Head coach Dark told the five-defense lineup:
"Keep the same defensive and offensive pace as in the first quarter. Get stops and run!"
"Especially on defense—put so much pressure on them they can barely breathe!"
All the players answered in unison, "Yes!"
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