The Godfather of Basketball

The Thunder's pre-match preparations were adequate, whether it was tactical responses or strategies, but even Tang Tian didn't expect that Kobe would play so explosively, or that this should not be the performance that 35-year-old Kobe should have at all.

He paused several times to adjust, and the Thunder played effectively, closing the point difference, but every time it was time to overtake, Kobe threw in two fairy balls, abruptly opening the point difference again.

It felt like a person was forcibly pressed down again just as he was about to surface.

And Kobe's tenacity really explained what is called Mamba's strength of character. He maintained the efficiency of the whole game and only rested for 2 minutes.

In the end, Kobe broke the scoring record for a 34-year-old player in the NBA playoffs. He made 17 of 32 shots and scored 43 points and 5 assists. First battle.

"His performance was phenomenal. He showed us all his desire to win." When talking about Kobe's performance after the game, Tang Tian did not hesitate to praise him.

The fact is indeed the case, not to mention the scoring ability, this physical strength and endurance are not comparable to ordinary players.

"But it's just a game, we won't panic because of this, we will adjust our state for the next game." After the compliment, Tang Tian still said calmly.

In another conference room, reporters flocked to the meeting, and they were all shocked by Kobe's performance tonight.

"An incredible game, Kobe, you scored 43 points, it was a fantastic performance, how did you do it?" The ESPN reporter couldn't hold back his excitement.

"43 points shouldn't be a lot, right?" Bryant said with a smile.

The reporters below laughed for a while, but no one thought there was anything wrong with this sentence. 43 points is a very high score, but it is not too much for Kobe.

"I just put all my energy into the game. I believe in myself and my team. The final result also proves that our efforts are worthwhile and can be transformed into success." Laughed After that, Kobe said seriously.

"Will you still maintain such concentration in the next game? Or do you think you can still score so many points?" The reporter asked.

"Of course, why not?"

"I don't even feel tired at all," Bryant added with a smile.

The Lakers won the first game of the series, and the entire league was shocked.

This is the eighth victory in the West against the No. 1 in the West, and it is still in the first game, which means that the Lakers have grabbed home court advantage from the Thunder!

The media reports after the game were overwhelming, and the major commentators also collectively discussed it.

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Barkley, Smith, and O'Neal couldn't bear the restlessness and began to discuss.

"Man, this is the eighth vs. first victory in the Western Conference. We won't forget that the Memphis people just completed the black eight miracle two years ago, and now they are going to do it again?" Barkley raised his voice at the beginning.

"Is Hei Ba so worthless now?" Smith also said with a smile.

"Kobe, Kobe, we all know that Kobe is a great player. He is more mature than before, and his mental quality is stronger." O'Neal and Kobe have already reconciled, and now their relationship is closer than imagined.

"But to be honest, I think the Thunder will respond quickly in the next game. After all, they are the first in the West, and they have three MVP-level players. And Don, I really can't imagine them losing the series. Scene." Smith said at this time.

"Stop, Kenny, stop! Two years ago at this time, you said the same thing, how did you say it, they had Tim Duncan, they had Parker and Ginobili, they had Popovich How could they lose the series with that guy?" Barkley imitated Smith.

"Don't do that!" Smith shook his head when Barkley said it.

"To be honest, although the possibility of Kobe playing this kind of performance in the next game is relatively small, I think the Lakers still have a great opportunity. The Thunder's lineup is still too young. They rely on that momentum when they play games. , If the Lakers do a better defense in the following games, I think they will drag the game into a tug-of-war, and experience will determine the direction of the series at that time." O'Neal showed his professional side at this time.

"Shaq's analysis is very reasonable. The Grizzlies did the same thing two years ago. They pulled the Spurs into the inside fight, brought their own rhythm, and then consumed the Spurs bit by bit, and finally won. Game," Smith echoed.

"Yes, guys, that's why the Lakers are the last team in the upper half to face. They're really not that easy to deal with. I think this game continues, and we really have a chance to see the black eight again. "Barkley finally said conclusively.

Both Smith and Barkley nodded in agreement.

TNT's program has received responses from many fans, and the analysis of the Big Three in this program group is still very reasonable.

Although the Thunder team is strong, if they can't work hard, the probability of being black eight is really not small, and they have lost the home court advantage now, if they lose the next game, then black eight is really close at hand.

Outside pressure and public opinion are like dark clouds, gathering over Oklahoma City after the first game, lingering.

However, Tang Tian remained calm and organized the team for daily training as usual.

Before the training started, he also held a coaching staff meeting as usual.

"Are we going to mention Harden to the starting lineup?" Walton said.

"I think we can try it. Our current problem is that we can't get up to speed. With Harden here, our offense will be more open, and we can use offense instead of defense to bring the Lakers into our rhythm." Steven Si also agreed with this approach.

"No, what we need to consider is defense." Tang Tian shook his head.

"We have to consider the emotional changes of the players. The confrontation is giving both sides a chance. In contrast, if we pinch Kobe, the Lakers don't have much offensive ability." Tang Tian continued.

"But we tried flanking in the last game. Kobe has a lot of experience and he plays the ball very fast." Walton took over the conversation. He and Kobe had been teammates and knew Kobe's personal ability very well. Although he was sometimes paranoid in offense, but Really wanted to pass the ball, not bad at all.

"Yes, we tried, but we did it wrong last game. If we had to let go of someone to double-team, that person should never be Pau Gasol. It should be Ron Argentine. Tester." Tang Tian continued.