Fire Warriors Battle G6: The Warriors are full of "crisis" at home. Can the Rockets continue to write the myth of counterattack?

On May 1, in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the Rockets defeated the Warriors 131-116 at home, tied the score 2-3, successfully saving a match point. In this game, the Rockets team showed a strong desire to win and took the initiative on the court from the beginning of the game.

in the first quarter, the Rockets opened fire with 40 points in a single quarter, leading the Warriors by 16 points 40-24. Amen Thompson contributed 5 points and 3 steals in the first quarter, making great contributions to the team's strong start. In the second quarter, the Rockets continued to be in good shape and launched a 14-0 offensive to widen the gap to 30 points. At the end of the half, the Rockets led 76-49 and entered the second half with a huge advantage of 27 points. Amen Thompson contributed 11 points and 5 steals in the first half, with a plus-negative value of +29, especially his three-time break in Curry in a single quarter, and his performance on the defensive end was amazing.

In the second half, although the Warriors once approached the score difference to 13 points, the Rockets quickly stabilized their position. Amen Thompson continued his courage, completed stealing fast breaks many times, and sent key blocks on the defensive end. Van Vreet felt hot all the game, making 4 of 6 three-pointers and scoring 26 points. Shin Kyung contributed quasi-triple double data with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists, successfully suppressing the Warriors' Dream Chasing Green in the interior. In the end, the Rockets defeated the Warriors by 15 points to avoid being eliminated.

In this game, the Rockets had 3 players scoring more than 20 points, and Amen Thompson scored 25 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 5 steals, and 3 blocks. The free throw percentage was as high as 88%, with the highest positive and negative value in the team, reaching +32. His dominance on both offense and defense has become a key factor in the Rockets' victory. In addition, Dillon also scored 24 points, Jaylen Green scored 11 points and 7 rebounds on 3 of 8 shots, plus or negative + 20 in a short playing time. It can be said that all the Rockets players in this game were soldier, and they regenerated the suspense of the series with a hearty victory.

In the past few seasons, the Warriors' home court has been called the "devil's home court" and is a presence that scares all opponents. Especially during the dynasty period from 2014-15 to 2018-19, the Warriors had a very high home winning rate. In the 2014-15 season, the Warriors achieved an amazing record of 39 wins and 2 losses at home, with a regular season home winning rate of 95.1%. In the playoffs, their home court was also indestructible, and they passed the hurdles and finally won the championship. In the 2016-17 season, the Warriors who introduced Kevin Durant were even more powerful, with a home record of 37 wins and 5 losses, 12 wins and 1 loss at home in the playoffs, and won two consecutive home games in the finals, easily defeating the Cavaliers with a big score of 4-1. During this period, the enthusiastic shouts and cheers of the fans at the Oracle Arena at the Warriors' home court, like the twelfth player, gave the team strong spiritual support, and also put the visiting players under tremendous psychological pressure. The Warriors' outstanding performance at home is not only due to the support of fans, but also due to their strong lineup strength and tacit team cooperation. Core players such as Curry, Thompson, and Green are even more at home. Their accurate shooting, sharp breakthroughs and excellent passes often make their opponents unable to defend.

However, as time goes by, the Warriors' advantage at home is no longer as obvious as it used to be. This season, the Warriors' home winning rate has declined, which also reflects their fluctuations in overall strength and form. In this round of series with the Rockets, the Warriors' problems were exposed.

Judging from the data, the Rockets have made significant progress this season. Their offensive efficiency and defensive efficiency have been greatly improved, and their average score, fast break score, second offensive score and other data are all at the forefront of the league. In the series against the Warriors, the Rockets averaged more than 120 points per game and maintained a high 3-point shooting percentage. The outstanding performance of Amen Thompson, Van Vritte, Shin Kyung and other players has made the Rockets' offensive firepower very strong. In addition, the Rockets' defense is also very tough, and they successfully limited the Warriors' offense in G5, leaving the Warriors' shooting percentage and three-point shooting percentage below the season average.

On a psychological level, the Rockets' big victory in G5 also greatly increased their confidence and the team's morale was high. On the contrary, if the Warriors are led by the Rockets, the players' mentality may be affected to a certain extent. With one increase and another deterioration, the Warriors' home advantage in G6 is no longer obvious, and the Rockets are fully capable of creating miracles again on the away game. , The Warriors are suffering from internal and external troubles in this series, and many problems are gradually exposed. Judging from the status of the core players, Curry, as the team's star, still has strong scoring ability, but his performance in the series against the Rockets was taken seriously by his opponents. Amen Thompson's successful defense against Curry in G5 has reduced Curry's offensive efficiency. In the whole game, Curry made only 8 of 20 shots and 3 of 9 three-pointers. Although he scored 24 points, he made 5 turnovers, with a plus-negative value of -25, which was the lowest in the game. Thompson's condition is also ups and downs. His shooting percentage outside the three-point line is unstable and he often makes a blacksmith. Meng Zhuan Green's role in the offensive end is becoming more and more limited, and his shooting ability has always been his shortcomings. In the game against the Rockets, he contributed less to scoring, and relied more on passing and defense to influence the game. In terms of the shortcomings of the

lineup, the Warriors' inside line has always been their weak link. When facing the Rockets with an inside combination of Shin Kyung and Jabbarri Smith Jr., the Warriors' inside height and confrontation are obviously insufficient. When Green defended Shin Kyung, his opponents often used his steps and skills to complete his score.. He is one of the team's offensive cores, and in the G5 he felt hot, 4 of 6 three-pointers and scored 26 points, making great contributions to the Rockets' victory. His three-point shooting and organizational skills put a lot of pressure on the Warriors' defense. In G6, Van Vritte needs to continue this brave performance and have a wonderful showdown with Curry. Not only does he need to remain efficient on the offensive end, he also needs to limit Curry's performance on the defensive end and contribute his strength to the Rockets' victory. This star showdown will undoubtedly become a major highlight of G6, and their performance will also directly affect the direction of the game.

Warriors' Steve Cole and Rockets' Uduka are both experienced coaches in the league, and their tactical arrangements and on-the-spot resilience are highly praised. In this round of the series, the tactical game between the two has become a major highlight. The Warriors coached by Cole have always been known for their small ball tactics and pass-through cooperation. In the G6, Cole may make some tactical adjustments to the Rockets' defensive characteristics. He may strengthen his cover for Curry and Thompson to create more three-pointers for them. At the same time, Cole may also increase the attack in the inside, using Green and Looney's pick-and-roll to hit the Rockets' inside defense. On the defensive end, the Warriors may strengthen their defense against the Rockets' three-pointers, shrink their defense, and force the Rockets to make more attacks from mid-range and inside.

Uduka emphasizes defensive strength and team cooperation, and his tactical system focuses on fast attacks and three-pointers. In G6, Uduka will definitely ask the team to continue the defensive intensity of G5 and focus on the core players of the Warriors. He may arrange for Amen Thompson to continue to defend Curry and limit Curry's performance. On the offensive end, the Rockets may continue to use the speed and impact of young players to launch a quick counterattack. At the same time, Uduka will also find open opportunities outside the three-point line through tactical running and passing, allowing players such as Van Vritte and Dillon to play their three-point advantage. The tactical battles of the two coaches will be fully demonstrated in G6. Whoever can adjust the tactics better will be more likely to win the game.

In the playoffs, in addition to the performance of the stars, the performance of the role players can often determine the outcome of the game. In G6, both the Rockets and Warriors role players are likely to be X-factors that affect the direction of the game.

For the Rockets, Dillon is a role player that cannot be ignored. He scored 24 points in the G5, effectively limiting the Warriors’ core players on the defensive end and contributing points to the team steadily on the offensive end. His tough defense and three-point shooting ability could cause a lot of trouble for the Warriors in the G6. If Dillon can continue this outstanding performance in the G6, he will be an important helper for the Rockets to win the game. In addition, Jabbarry Smith's performance outside the defense and three-point line is also worth looking forward to. His height and wingspan can put some pressure on the Warriors' inside line on the defensive end, and his three-pointer can also open up space for the Rockets.

Warriors' Moody's are equally likely to explode in G6. In previous games, Moody was a substitute and contributed key points to the team many times. He has a high three-point shooting percentage and is able to provide firepower support to the team from the outside. In G6, Cole may give Moody more playing time to play on the offensive end. In addition, players such as Podjemsky and Payton Jr. are also likely to contribute to the Warriors on both defensive and offensive ends. Their vitality and enthusiasm can inject new impetus into the Warriors. The performance of these role players is full of uncertainty, and their outbreaks may be a big surprise for the G6, making the outcome of the game even more unpredictable.

As G6 approaches, the entire NBA world is looking forward to the arrival of this peak showdown. The Rockets' Jedi counterattack in G5 made the Warriors feel unprecedented pressure and also filled the series with more uncertainty. Although the Warriors have home advantage, the Rockets' youthful vitality and strong strength make them dare not take it lightly.

Whether it is a wonderful showdown between stars, a tactical game between coaches, or a surprise emergence of role players, it will become the key factors that determine the victory or defeat of G6. This game is not only a contest between the two teams, but also a test of their efforts and efforts throughout the season. Is it the Warriors who can defend their dignity at home and successfully advance to the next round? Or can the Rockets continue their magic and drag the series into the tiebreak? Let us look forward to the wonderful performance of G6 together and witness the final direction of this epic series.