There was 1 minute and 51 seconds left in the second quarter.

This offensive play by the Suns is crucial. If they can make it, they'll be only down by 6 points, and they'll still have a chance to tie the game before halftime.

Wei Guo grabbed the defensive rebound and passed the ball to Nash!

The Suns failed to launch a fast break, and Nash immediately passed the ball to Wei Guo, signaling for Wei Guo to go one-on-one.

Reciprocity...

After Wei Guo defended Kobe one-on-one, Kobe also defended Wei Guo one-on-one.

Wei Guo had the ball beyond the three-point line, and Odom tried to come over to help defend. Kobe pointed to the weak side and yelled, "Stay in your position!"

Odom ran away dejectedly.

This is Odom being naive. He was trying to stop Kobe from scoring with a one-on-one defense, and if Kobe needs a double team to limit Odom, it's a slap in the face for Odom. Besides... if Odom goes up to double team, the Lakers' defense will inevitably leave someone open, and the Suns have two playmakers; whether it's Odom or Nash, they'll find a way to score.

Wei Guo also took a crossover step and stepped to the left, first seeking physical contact, and then stepped back to the three-point line to shoot.

Wei Guo's fadeaway arc wasn't as exaggerated as Kobe's, mainly due to the difference in their height and wingspan. Wei Guo's release point was higher than Kobe's, and Kobe was also better at blocking Wei Guo's shots.

You should know...

Wei Guo has played for three seasons and has been blocked by opponents less than 20 times.

"bang~~~"

The crisp sound of hammering iron.

Wei Guo scratched his head. He'd caught Kobe's bad luck; even his three-point shot had missed.

Kobe had received professional training, so he didn't laugh, but he was holding it in with great pain. Fortunately, Stoudemire helped Kobe stop laughing. After Wei Guo took the shot, he had already positioned himself well, grabbed the offensive rebound, and pushed Odom aside.

A powerful dunk from the spot!

"Bang!!!"

Stoudemire dunked the ball into the basket.

45:51!!

The Suns are only down by 6 points.

The Lakers' head coach did not call a timeout. After Wei Guo entered the game, the Suns would inevitably start to catch up. However, there was only a little over a minute left in the first half, and there was no need to make one or two more tactical adjustments.

He simply put his hands on his hips, looking as if he trusted his teammates.

In the 24-second shot clock, after several passes, the ball returned to Kobe's hands. Kobe was near the free-throw line at this point, and he broke through from the right side of Wei Guo!

Jump while defending the country!

Kobe made two dodge movements in the air, but Wei Guo's defense was too good. It was like a conditioned reflex. Kobe knew that his shot would be blocked, so he didn't shoot!

Until the body begins to fall...

Kobe's body was almost twisted into a pretzel before he finally released the shot.

Similar difficult shots were common in Kobe's offense; he was confident he could put the ball in the basket.

Just as expected!

"Whoosh!!!"

Kobe didn't miss this time; the basketball went in cleanly.

Holy crap!!!

Gentry's eyes widened. "This ball... the little cow is flying in an airplane, it's like the cow has ascended to the heavens!"

45:53!!

This shot was indeed difficult. A drop shot is not a move that everyone can execute well. Unless it is done intentionally, Wei Guo rarely uses a drop shot when shooting.

After shooting, Kobe also fell to the floor.

The first person to reach out to Kobe was Weiguo, because Weiguo was closest to Kobe. Kobe grabbed Weiguo's hand and asked him to help him up; the good brothers understood each other perfectly.

......

At halftime, the Suns were still down by 8 points.

The home team locker room.

Wei Dafa also came over, not because he wanted to hear Gentry give the players tactical instructions, but because the beef that Wei Dafa had arranged to be flown in by air had arrived, and Gentry had made a pot of beef soup for dinner.

Drinking just half a bowl of this is much better than energy drinks.

In analyzing the first half, D'Antoni highlighted several offensive plays, emphasizing Nash's exceptional playmaking ability in the fast-paced offense. In the previous two games, Nash had dished out over ten assists each, especially against the Cavaliers, where he even dished out 17 assists.

Following this playing style...

He's definitely going to be the scoring champion this season.

After Magic Johnson, Stockton is the strongest point guard in the league, and in recent seasons, Kidd has held the title of the league's best point guard.

perhaps...

Nash has the potential to become a point guard who can rival Kidd.

Wei Guo's initial choice of the Suns was largely due to Nash; he was eager to know what kind of influence Nash possessed to have a star player's gold card.

However, even the best point guard needs tactical support. Nash is like the commander on the court. He organizes the offense and directs his teammates to run. But if his teammates don't run in time, even if Nash can pass the ball out, it won't be a good offense.

"so..."

D'Antoni had been talking for five or six minutes, then licked his lips, wanting to emphasize again, "The second half..."

"Gulp gulp~~~"

D'Antoni's voice was suddenly interrupted.

Everyone turned around and saw Wei Dafa holding a large bowl, drinking soup and enjoying the delicious beef soup. D'Antoni smiled and said, "I have nothing more to say. Everyone, have a sip of soup, play well in the second half, and win this game."

The aroma of the beef broth had already made the players incredibly hungry!

and...

Trailing by only 8 points and with Wei Guo on the court, everyone wasn't too worried about the game.

But D'Antoni kept rambling on about tactics, leaving the players only able to swallow their saliva. Now everyone was grateful to Wei Dafa, because it was Wei Dafa's soup-drinking noise that interrupted D'Antoni, giving everyone time to have a sip of soup to replenish their energy.

......

The cheerleaders left the court, and the Suns players wiped the grease from their mouths and returned to the game.

The Lakers took the initiative!

Kobe drove to the basket and then passed the ball to Odom outside the three-point line, who took the shot.

*Smack!!!*

Wei Guo blocked Odom's shot from behind.

"Huh?!"

Odom sat half-upright on the floor, looking frustrated. Why did Wei Guo have to launch a sneak attack?

Let's replay this attack...

When Kobe drives to the basket, Stoudemire and Johnson collapse their defense, making it a poor offensive option to face two defenders.

Wei Guo guessed that Kobe would pass the ball!

At this moment, Odom at the 45-degree angle was the best offensive option. Kobe was very likely to pass the ball to the three-point line after jumping, so Wei Guo went around the sideline.

The game was so intense, and it was the Lakers' turn to attack again!

Everyone only saw Kobe and the person guarding Kobe, and Wei Guo went around from the sideline to behind Odom without anyone noticing.

so...

Odom's shot was blocked, and he fell to the ground due to inertia.

The referee didn't blow the whistle. It's best not to call such a call if it's not crucial; it's a whistle unique to Weiguo. Besides... Weiguo's defense has always been very clean.