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Joakim Noah got to the ball first and tipped it into the backcourt, giving the Chicago Bulls the first possession of the game.
Derrick Rose quickly picked up the ball and began dribbling. He nimbly crossed half court, bringing the ball all the way to the left-wing three-point line.
At that moment, Carlos Boozer sprinted over to set a screen for Derrick Rose.
Then, using Carlos Boozer's screen, Derrick Rose successfully dribbled to the top of the arc.
Patrick Beverley hurried around the screen and chased after Derrick Rose.
However, after Derrick Rose reached the top of the arc, he used Joakim Noah's screen again and smoothly made his way to the right-wing three-point line.
At the same time, Carlos Boozer, who had originally set the screen for Derrick Rose, quietly cut into the right low post, successfully sealing Kenneth Faried behind him and establishing an extremely advantageous position.
Without hesitation, Derrick Rose threw the ball to Carlos Boozer in the low post.
The moment Carlos Boozer received the ball, he immediately launched a fierce attack against Kenneth Faried behind him.
With a bang, Kenneth Faried clenched his teeth and used all his strength to withstand Carlos Boozer's attack.
Just as Carlos Boozer was preparing to make his second move, Patrick Beverley had silently rotated over from the perimeter to help defend, attempting a steal.
"Fuck!" Carlos Boozer inwardly cursed. Luckily, he had been cautious, or the other side would have successfully stolen the ball.
He nimbly avoided Patrick Beverley's steal attempt, then quickly tossed the ball to the wide-open Derrick Rose at the top of the arc.
After receiving the ball, Derrick Rose did not hesitate. He immediately rose up to shoot.
Although Paul Pierce rotated over to help defend at the first opportunity, he still could not