The Suns were a blessing in disguise, but the probability of 0-2 promotion was higher than that of the Lakers, and the scene that Zhan Huang did not want to see happened
The Suns face a tough challenge, and their series against the Timberwolves has fallen behind 2-0. This result is worrying to many. However, it is heartening to see that despite falling behind, the Suns have a better chance of advancing than the James, who are also down 0-2.
For the Suns, they are not just a team with a super big three, but also a favored title contender. However, in the first two games against the Timberwolves, they did not show the quality they should have, resulting in a situation of falling behind. Still, the Suns have a glimmer of hope for a comeback as they are about to return to their home game, and in the eyes of the American media, they are more likely to advance than the James.
One of the reasons for this is that Durant, the Suns' key player, has been more reliable in the playoffs. Compared to James, Durant's age advantage is obvious. In terms of physical fitness and ability, the American media generally believes that Durant is better than James. This perception is also reflected in the probability of qualifying, and although the Suns are also behind their opponents, they are still considered more likely to advance than the Lakers.
Another factor is the Suns' past performances. Last season, the Suns were the only team to win two games against defending champions, the Nuggets. They showed great fighting power when they returned to their home stadium and almost dragged the game into a tight contest. That experience has raised expectations for the Suns to perform at home, which increases their chances of qualifying.
In addition, from the perspective of the lineup, the Suns may not be able to compare with the Lakers, but in key moments, the core players of the Suns still show strong strength. Although James has good players such as thick eyebrows around him, Durant's performance has been more consistent. This trust in key players is also one of the reasons why the Suns are favored.
Sika 37+11+6&Turner 22+7+6, Pacers 125:108 revenge Bucks
In the fierce battle of the NBA playoffs, the Bucks and the Pacers have a blood-boiling battle. The game was held on April 2 at the Bucks' home court, and the two sides battled for a victory in the first round of the playoffs. It is worth noting that the key player of the Bucks, Antetokounmpo, is still absent due to injury, which is undoubtedly a huge challenge for the Bucks.
The game started with the Bucks fielding starting lineups of Lillard, Beverley, Middleton, Portis and Big Lopez, while the Pacers fielded lineups of Haliburton, Nembhard, Nesmith, Siakam and Turner. As soon as the game started, the Bucks showed a strong offensive momentum, with Big Lopez and Lillard hitting consecutive three-pointers to pull the score away.
However, the Pacers weren't showing signs of weakness, with performances from Haliburton and Siakam giving them a solid lead. The Pacers led 30-26 at the end of the first quarter, with Siakam and Lillard contributing nine and 15 points, respectively.
In the next game, the two sides continued to fall into a white-hot attacking state. The Bucks kept chasing the point difference, but the Pacers maintained the lead. At the end of the first half, the Pacers led 60-55, with Siakam and Haliburton contributing 21 and 6 points and 8 assists, respectively.
Heading into the second half, the Bucks still didn't give up, but the Pacers' defense was tougher, making it difficult for them to overtake the score. At the end of the third quarter, the Pacers led 92-83.
In the crucial fourth quarter, the Bucks had to give it their all to turn things around. However, the Pacers' defense remains solid, while Siakam's firepower is unstoppable. In the end, the Pacers defeated the Bucks 125-108 to tie the series 1-1.
In this game, Lillard of the Bucks played well. He played a leading role on the pitch and gave his all to lead the team to victory. However, the Pacers' overall performance was even better, with Siakam in particular impressive, who led the team to victory with his excellent scoring ability and leadership.
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