Basketball's No. 1 Anti-Fan

Chapter 173 Playoffs 50+!

Carlisle called a timeout.

After the timeout, Terry came on to replace Kidd, and Battier of the Grizzlies also came on to replace Gay.

Hansen made the free throw, and Nowitzki responded with a one-legged fadeaway, making the score difference between the two teams 10 to 15.

At this time, the person defending Hansen also became Marion.

Carlisle looked like he was going to use a rotation battle to limit Hansen.

But when Hansen really caught the ball, Barea immediately double-teamed him.

Hansen passed the ball to Conley, who was quickly assisted by Terry.

Terry's defensive ability is not as good as Kidd, but he is obviously faster.

Moreover, Marion opened his arms and faced Hansen, preventing him from catching the ball.

Carlisle's true intention was revealed now. He didn't want to knock Han Sen down, but to force the ball out of Han Sen's hands.

Conley finally fed the ball to Randolph, but Randolph's shot still failed to score after competing with Chandler in the low post.

Chandler protected the defensive rebound, and the Mavericks quickly launched a defensive counterattack. After receiving the ball, Barea installed Hot Wheels on his feet and quickly ran down to score.

After receiving the ball, Hansen was double-teamed again. This time he tried to break through the double-team, but failed. In the end, he had to pass the ball back to Conley.

Now he is strong enough in one-on-one situations, but scoring under a double-team is another issue, because either you have absolute speed to break out before the double-team is formed, or you have good enough footwork and skills to complete a strong shot.

Otherwise, when you are double-teamed, you can only choose to pass the ball.

After Hansen passed the ball, he tried to get rid of it without the ball, but Marion stuck to him very closely, and Barea also waved his hands to interfere with Conley's passing route to Hansen.

Because this was the second consecutive season of competition, Carlisle's research and preparation for Hansen was obviously more thorough.

Conley chose to shoot a three-pointer directly from the outside this time.

But the Mavericks' defense rotated quickly, and Terry's flying interference caused Conley's three-pointer to hit the basket and bounce out.

The Mavericks made another fast break, and it was Barea again. After receiving the pass from Terry, he squeezed out Conley's side and scored on the bank.

After the finals last season, the outside world was discussing James, Nowitzki, and even Terry, but Wade spoke highly of Barea after the game.

"I know he won't be the FMVP, but he has a bigger impact on the game than anyone else, and there's nothing we can do about it."

14:15.

After a series of defensive counterattacks, the Mavericks have narrowed the gap to 1 point.

This time it was the Grizzlies' turn to call a timeout.

After the timeout, Toews took the tactical board and arranged the tactics.

Jorgel is responsible for defense and Theus is responsible for offense, and the two of them work together very well.

After the timeout, the Grizzlies still tried to get the ball to Hansen, but the difference was that Hansen received the ball on the strong side, while making tactical runs on the weak side at the same time.

The Mavericks continued to double-team Hansen, who this time passed the ball to the weak side, and Randolph made a mid-range shot after receiving the ball.

The Grizzlies continued to score.

This tactical adjustment by Toews was very successful, because double-teaming will inevitably create open spaces. It was just that Conley was easy to be blocked if he stood still like before. However, if an opportunity appeared on the weak side, it would be much more difficult to defend.

Of course, the prerequisite for all this to succeed is that Hansen has good enough passing ability.

This would obviously not have been possible last season.

Barea broke through the basket, and with Conley chasing him hard, his layup was blocked by Gasol Jr.

When it comes to positional warfare, Baria's threat is obviously much smaller.

Gasol Jr. protected the defensive rebound and Conley advanced to the frontcourt with the ball.

It was still the same tactic, but this time the Mavericks didn't dare to attack directly.

Han Sen held the ball with one hand and observed the defense.

Although there was no direct double-teaming, judging from his position, he would still be helped at any time.

He turned his gaze back to Marion, dribbled across, paused with his left hand, made a fake shot, and then suddenly changed direction to the right.

The Buddha worship reappeared, and Marion jumped up.

Han Sen's touch was so good tonight that he had to jump.

Han Sen passed Marion but did not go inside. Instead, he made a quick stop and shot from mid-range before the help defense came.

"Shh!"

The basketball hit the net again.

The feeling Han Sen gave tonight was that as long as you let him shoot, he could put the ball into the basket.

14:19.

After Han Sen scored this goal, the score difference was widened to 5 points again.

At the critical moment, Nowitzki turned around and faded away after a low-post single to help the Mavericks continue to score.

Looking back, the Mavericks' defense had some minor communication problems, and Hansen was left open for a moment after receiving the ball.

Of course he would not miss such an opportunity and fired again from the outside.

"Shh!"

The basketball seemed to be equipped with a positioning cruise device and passed through the net again!

The camera turned to Carlisle, who shook his head helplessly at this time.

This really doesn't give Han Sen any chance at all.

The FedEx Center was once again filled with cheers from the fans.

Han Sen's data for tonight was displayed on the large LED screen on site.

7投7中，1罚1中，17分2助攻。

What Mr. 100%?

At this time, the camera also turned to the audience stands, where a little fan sitting on his father's shoulders attracted a lot of attention. He had a smile on his face and was shaking Han Sen's UA shoes back and forth in his hands.

"We all felt Han's determination to win this game." Brin in the commentary booth also sighed at this time.

The only good news for the Mavericks at this time is that the rotation time for both sides is approaching.

Hansen was substituted off the court with 2 minutes left in the quarter.

Although he was in hot form, Joerger knew that the game would last four quarters, and the performance the Mavericks showed tonight would not allow them to win quickly.

Of course, he dares to do this because the Grizzlies' current bench strength is strong enough.

Facts have proved that his judgment was correct. In the Western Conference Finals last season, the Grizzlies not only had Hansen in good shape, but Randolph was also in good shape. Even against the explosive Nowitzki, they were able to fight. In the end, it was the huge gap in the strength of the substitutes that led to their defeat.

But this year, the Grizzlies' lineup at this time is Crawford, Battier, Gay, Speights, Faried, and even Tony Allen and James Johnson have not yet played.

Hollins: Why can’t I get a chance to fight for wealth?
The excellent substitutes allow Hansen to rest on the bench with peace of mind, instead of exhausting himself before the fourth quarter like last season.

At the end of the first half, the Grizzlies led the Mavericks 54-46.

韩森半场14投12中，三分4中3，罚球3罚3中，得到30分3板4助攻。

Carlisle tried everything, but couldn't even make Hansen miss the target.

"God gave 23 to Michael, and Han took the remaining 77." With such a performance, even old Brin made the same sigh as O'Neal.

The words that Han Sen said in the past that made him be ridiculed and criticized have now become his most well-known personal label.

It turns out that I’m not afraid of your big mouth, I’m afraid of your big mouth and strength.

Coming back in the second half, Hansen faced Nowitzki and hit a mid-range shot in the face, his touch not diminished at all.

This left Carlisle speechless.

Then in the next round, when Han Sen had the opportunity to shoot, Marion, who was defending him, pulled him down.

Cut Korean tactics!

Carlisle did it too.

Last season, Nowitzki was in great form against the Grizzlies, forcing Hollins to use fouls to disrupt his touch, which resulted in a magical game in which Nowitzki made all 24 free throws.

Carlisle is definitely much better than Hollins, but he can't beat Hansen's hot hand.

And unlike Nowitzki, Hansen is a guard. Guards don't need to be in a good position before launching an offense like inside players. When they really explode, they can be more explosive than inside players.

When Hansen stepped up to the free throw line, shouts of "MVP" began to ring out from the crowd.

Although it is almost certain that Kobe will win the MVP this season, Hansen is their MVP.

Hansen continued his hot hand and made two free throws.

Then, Hansen was sent to the free throw line consecutively.

Hollins: Only when I leave will you realize that I am on the same level as Carlisle!
Carlisle certainly didn't want to do that, and the Mavericks have been limiting Hansen's ability to receive the ball.

But a team like the Grizzlies may have weak scoring explosiveness, but strong team attributes.

If nothing else, the only thing the other four guys have in common is that they can pass the ball and get it to the right spot.

When Hansen was sent to the free throw line for the fourth time in this quarter, Guy couldn't help but laugh:
"Han, you are Dirk Han now."

What Gay was saying was that Hansen enjoyed the same treatment as Nowitzki last season.

However, the pronunciations of "Dirk" and "Dick" are a bit similar, which made Terry think that Gay was mocking Nowitzki, and he angrily pushed Gay from behind.

This action almost caused a conflict between the two sides, but it can also be seen that Hansen's condition caused the Mavericks' mentality to fluctuate greatly.

Terry was finally called for a technical foul, not only giving away a free throw, but also giving the Grizzlies another chance to take the ball.

Moreover, this successfully angered the Grizzlies.

Hansen made three consecutive free throws, and the Grizzlies sent a sideline ball. After a breakthrough, Hansen and Gay performed a classic "Hansen-Gay alley-oop". Gay blasted the ball into the basket across Nowitzki, and the FedEx Center fell into a boiling sea.

The Grizzlies scored 30 to 20 in this quarter and were leading the Mavericks by 18 points at the end of the third quarter.

Nowitzki took the field at the beginning of the final quarter. Under his and Barea's leadership, the Mavericks launched a desperate counterattack.

But Jorger quickly replaced Hansen.

After Hansen came on the court, he first hit a mid-range shot against Barea to stabilize the situation, then he stole the ball from Carter on the defensive end, and finally he broke through and shook off Carter, and after being double-teamed, he gave Faried an alley-oop dunk.

"This is Han's night!" After old Brin sighed again, the Mavericks' counterattack momentum was successfully curbed.

When the Mavericks were still trailing by 15 points with three minutes left in the game, Carlisle chose to give up the game.

At this time, the huge FedEx Center began to be filled with the deafening shouts of Memphis fans.

"Whoop that trick!"

It was a familiar scene, except that last time they were encouraging the home team after they were eliminated, but this time, they were cheering for the home team's performance.

The concerns of that little boy and that group of fans are also the concerns of all Grizzlies fans.

But that worry completely disappeared at this moment.

The people of Dallas are no longer their victims, but the steps for them to reach the highest point!
The Grizzlies eventually defeated the Mavericks 112-97 at home and got off to a good start in the playoffs.

数据统计方面，诺维茨基25投10中，13罚全中得到34分5板4助攻，钱德勒16分11板2盖帽，特里得到11分，但是12投仅4中，卡特10投3中得到8分，基德4分7板8助攻。

韩森22投17中，三分6中3，15罚14中，得到51分5板6助攻3抢断，得分打破季后赛&职业生涯新高，盖伊15分，康利13分10助攻，兰多夫11分8板，小加索尔8分10板。

At the post-match press conference, the Mavericks, as the visiting team, were interviewed first.

"We tried everything, but he ultimately left us helpless," Carlisle said helplessly.

History is a strange circle. What happened to the Grizzlies last season is now happening to the Mavericks.

"I know why he can play like this. His desire for the championship exceeds everyone else. We must become more urgent."

Nowitzki understands Hansen, and he also knows that tonight's game is not a simple "he just has a good touch, he will definitely not play that well next time."

If the rest of the Mavericks can't step up their game as he said, it's possible they could end up like the 2007 Heat and get swept.

Hansen later attended the press conference with Joger.

"Congratulations on creating a new career night, 51 points! This is a very high score in the playoffs. What do you want to say?" The Grizzlies only allowed Hansen to attend tonight, obviously letting him enjoy the spotlight alone.

"We really wanted to win the game tonight because we had been holding back after losing to them (last season), so we increased our defensive intensity from the beginning of the game and did everything to the best of our ability. As for the 51 points? That was a blessing from God, but more importantly, we won the game, and that's what really matters."

Han Sen was smiling like a child now, he was really happy.

Although he appeared very confident when communicating with young fans before the game, no one can really guarantee a win against this Mavericks team.

"Has tonight's game set the tone for the series, and will you eventually get your revenge on the Mavericks?" asked a reporter from ESPN.

"No, the Mavericks are the defending champions. They are a proven team. If you think the outcome is decided by winning one game, then you will lose the game. This is just the beginning. We will stay focused."

"Are you worried about the next game? We know that it will be difficult to replicate the feeling we had tonight," the reporter asked. They are always looking for some gimmicks.

"You know, I'm a player who averaged only 23 points per game in the regular season." Han Sen's answer caused laughter from the audience.

This statement may seem humble, but in fact, Hansen's 51 points in the playoffs are something that even James and Durant have never achieved.

"I'm in good form tonight so I'll score more points. Tomorrow night it might be Rudy, and the day after tomorrow it might be Zach..." Han Sen continued, pausing at the end.
"Or maybe Jordan."

The press conference was filled with laughter again, as the Grizzlies also had their Jordan (Crawford).

But what Hansen wanted to express was very clear. The Grizzlies are a team-oriented team and do not need to rely on a certain player to continuously score high points to win the game.

(End of this chapter)