After the first quarter, Thunder was 23 to 33, trailing Spurs by 10 points.
The game then restarted quickly in the second quarter.
Spurs's first attack, Mills held the ball and launched Pick-and-Roll at Top of the Key, then broke through to Interior, and a Floater shot.
Basketball pops up.
After Noel protected Rebound, he sent the ball to Chen Xi.
Chen Xi turned the ball in his hand and turned to look at Frontcourt.
"It's almost done, it's time to give it a good fight!"
Throwing the ball forward, Chen Xi patted both cheeks with both hands.
You can't go back in time. Don't think about the past. The team is so far behind that it's a bit weird to be sleepwalking. You have to adjust yourself.
After dribbling the ball to Frontcourt alone, he faced the defense of Spurs forward Cunningham with the ball. After consecutive Crossover Dribble, he quickly started and went straight to Interior.
Pushing forward against the defender's chest, he reached the Free-Throw Line position, turned around quickly, and then directly Fadeaway Jumper.
Two-point shot, Basketball smoothly entered the frame.
25 to 33.
Popovich on the sidelines frowned.
Although I knew that Chen Xi's sleepwalking state would most likely not last long, I still didn't expect that he would adjust so quickly.
Aldridge is still resting on the sidelines. If he is allowed to continue Isolation, the score will probably be close soon.
After hesitation, he came to the sidelines and gave instructions to Mills who was in possession of the ball.
The next defense starts with Possession, flanking Chen Xi.
The game continues.
Another attack by Spurs. After continuous tactical moves, Danny Green got an open opportunity.
But it is a pity that Tielin failed to hit this Three-Pointer.
Noel defends Rebound under the protection, and Alexander advances with the ball.
After passing Midcourt Line, Chen Xi lifts up to catch the ball.
As soon as he caught the ball and turned around, Chen Xi saw Cunningham and Green coming over. Without hesitation, he directly played the ball again to Carter not far away.
Carter catches the ball Three-Point Shot.
Basketball Swished Through the Net.
Seeing the [Playmaking Core] badge lighting up in his sight, Chen Xi nodded with satisfaction, then turned to look at Popovich on the sidelines.
"The response was pretty quick, but things are different now! Old man!!"
The current Chen Xi is not the Chen Xi who encountered double-teaming difficulties two years ago.
Just two attacks and defenses clearly reflected the situation of the game.
On the Spurs side, without Aldridge, the offensive firepower plummeted. On the Thunder side, when Chen Xi began to regain its form, the entire Transition Period lineup immediately improved to a higher level.
When Chen Xi was double-teamed, Jeff·Green on Carter and Power Forward hit Three-Pointer one after another.
In addition, Alexander is becoming more and more proficient in breaking through and attacking the frame.
Spurs was in trouble at the beginning of the second quarter.
In desperation, Popovich had no choice but to adjust the rotation time, allowing Aldridge and White to return to the court early to stabilize the situation.
Then the game began to gradually return to normal.
As for Thunder, after Westbrook returned to the court, the team played the familiar Weixi Pick-and-Roll.
Relying on the excellent offensive level of the dual-core, we strive to chase points.
On Spurs's side, White will serve as the ball, and then let Aldridge, who is in explosive form tonight, go to Layup.
Both sides are gradually getting back on track.
At halftime, Thunder was 9 points behind 58 to 67.
Halftime break.
Thunder Everyone returned to the locker room.
The team doctor and Davis have been waiting here for a long time.
"Two pieces of news. The good news is that the X-ray test result is negative, which means there is no structural damage to Anthony's ankle, so the problem is not serious." The team doctor stepped forward and explained the situation to everyone.
"But the bad news is that Anthony will have to undergo a follow-up MRI examination. No matter what the result is, for the sake of his health, he will not be able to play again today or for at least a week."
After Chen Xi heard the conclusion, he breathed a sigh of relief and walked to Davis's side.
"Fortunately, man, it's not a serious injury."
"Yes, fortunately it's not a serious injury." Brow also grinned at Chen Xi.
"It's really unlucky. When I landed, I didn't stand firm and landed on one foot. I need to change this habit."
"It's time to change it. You still have Russell. After dunking one by one, why don't you hang up for a while and make sure there is no problem before coming down?!" Chen Xi said angrily.
"... I have someone to observe the scene, okay!" Turtle Turtle, who was shot innocently, was a little speechless.
"Chris is right, you need to correct this aspect."
Carter also came out and participated in Chen Xi's lecture in the tone of an old-timer.
"According to the rules, the duration should not exceed one second. You should pay attention to it. In fact, as long as there are no extreme actions, Referee will generally not care if it is a little longer. For the sake of your own career, I think you need to pay attention to this." (0 Rules implemented since the 9-10 season. In order to protect players and reduce conflicts between players, the NBA stipulates that players cannot hang themselves in Basket for more than one second after dunking. If it exceeds one second, it will be considered a provocation and will be whistled Technical foul)
"Okay, I will definitely do it next time~~"
Westbrook shrugged, turned around and sat back in his seat. He still respected Carter very much, and based on this senior's injury history, he was indeed qualified to preach to them like this. After all, that was his personal experience...
"I'm afraid, I won't have a chance to make corrections in a short time~~" Davis smiled and laughed at himself.
"Don't take it seriously. Even if you are not afraid of an accident, what if you encounter someone who maliciously steps in? There is a saying in China that you must be on guard against others!" Chen Xi looked at the two people and shook his head.
Then Carter stood aside, his face darkened, and he remembered some not-so-wonderful past...
"Especially you, Davis, with your weight, it would be very serious to get injured once."
"Okay, okay, I got it, I will remember it." Seeing that Chen Xi was still getting up, Davis deliberately widened his eyes, and then blinked at Chen Xi, looking so cute and cute.
"S**t!! Don't use your face and make this expression." Chen Xi looked at him speechlessly.
A strong man with a height of 2.08 meters and a weight of 114kg acted maliciously and cutely towards him. Chen Xi could only feel full of discomfort.
I got goosebumps.
"Hahahahahaha!!!"
After learning that Davis's injury was not serious, the atmosphere in the locker room improved visibly.