The NBA playoffs are in full swing. At 10:30 on April 27, Beijing time, the Suns' home game against the Timberwolves attracted the attention of many fans. After two rounds of playoff matching, the Suns suffered two straight losses, averaging a whopping 18.5 points per game to the Timberwolves, a shocking result. The two sides met again in this game, the Suns regained their fighting spirit, and the Timberwolves did not show weakness.
The Suns lost both games in the playoffs, and the generals are under great pressure. The core lineup composed of Durant, Booker and Beal did not perform well under the pressure of the Timberwolves, which made people sigh. In the first two playoff games, the Suns averaged 35 rebounds and 18 assists per game, showing a lack of motivation. The offense led by the Big Three averaged only 94 points per game and lacked enough threat. The overall sluggish state of the Big Three is the main reason for the Suns' losing streak. Now, the Suns have home-court advantage, and whether they can turn the tide and bounce back is a matter of great concern.
The Timberwolves have won two straight games in the playoffs, and the core lineup of Towns and Gobert and Edwards is good both offensively and defensively. The team's style of play is wild, especially the inner twin towers are brave. In the first two playoff games, the Timberwolves averaged 45 rebounds and 26 assists per game, showing strong momentum. The offensive end, led by Edwards and Towns, averaged 112.5 points per game and was full of firepower. On the defensive end, the Timberwolves only conceded 94 points per game, which is rock-solid. In this campaign, the Suns' offense will face a severe test.
In-depth analysis of this game: In the first two games of the playoffs, the Suns were passive, especially on the inside. Durant, Booker and Beal are all in poor hands, and it is difficult to coordinate inside and outside offense, making the Suns look quite embarrassed. However, after reflection and adjustment, the Suns are expected to show a different form in this game. The controversial Durant is likely to step up and work with Booker and Beal to bring out what they can do. Considering the overall strength of the Suns, this game is expected to achieve a counterattack. (This article is for pre-match reference only)