"If the NBA had 58 minutes of regular ti, I think these two would deliver MVP-level performances. Their stamina is just too impressive!" One excited fan comnted on social dia.
"I haven’t watched the NBA in a long ti, but I’ve been supporting the Nuggets ever since Xingyang joined. I’ve gotta say, watching the Nuggets in the playoffs is way more thrilling than watching the Rockets back in the day; this ga was just too exhilarating!" Another fan reflected.
"The Nuggets are showing championship potential. Xingyang and Jokic have such a great synergy, with one on the outside and the other on the inside. They absolutely crushed the Warriors; it’s incredible!" Yet another fan enthusiastically comnted.
"I really admire Mike Malone. He had the guts to let the two play the entire ga with two overtis. That kind of courage is just amazing!" More fans praised Mike Malone’s player strategies.
"Mike Malone will probably apologize at the press conference again, haha, but it doesn’t matter. As long as we win, winning is the ultimate truth!" A fan joked.
"If it weren’t for Zeng Xingyang and Jokic being young and physically fit, they’d probably struggle under Malone’s usage." So fans analyzed rationally.
"Watching a Nuggets ga is full of passion, every play is blood-pumping; I’ve fallen for it!"
Fans expressed their admiration for the Nuggets, one comnt after another.
"The Nuggets are the one team in the league least afraid of the Warriors. This series is the best proof!"
"The Nuggets have a shot at the championship this year; they fought hard for this hope. Go for it!"
"If Xingyang keeps playing like this, he’ll definitely have his na on the All-NBA team. Truly deserves it!"
Dostic fans’ enthusiasm continued to soar with the Nuggets’ victory.
Post-ga press conference.
On the Warriors’ side, only Cole ca out looking tired. The players didn’t appear; they were still holding a player eting. It was a eting without coach involvent.
A reporter asked, "Coach, can you analyze what issues arose on the court?"
Cole faced the reporters, helplessly extending his hands and chuckled bitterly, "We gave it our all, every player fought until the final monts. It’s just a real pity we couldn’t hold on. So players’ mindset affected our team coordination to a certain extent."
Cole ntioned that Bogut’s mindset was the issue. Bogut’s impulsive departure greatly impacted the Warriors, directly losing the chance for lineup changes in overti.
The small lineup was indeed passive against the Nuggets’ setup.
The reporter pressed further, "Are you holding a player eting?"
Cole frowned lightly, nodded, and said, "Yes."
The reporter continued to ask, "Has the coaching staff lost control over the team?"
Cole quickly explained, "Not at all. This is just our way of solving problems, just like students prefer discussing to solve problems; sotis it’s not necessary for a teacher to participate."
Compared to Cole’s predicant, Mike Malone seed at ease, knowing how to lighten the atmosphere.
Mike Malone appeared on cara with a big smile, holding a paper with the word "Sorry" written in English proudly.
"Ka-ka-ka!"
Flashlights went off.
A reporter jokingly asked, "Coach Mike, are you planning to apologize again tonight?"
Mike Malone shrugged his shoulders, relaxed, said, "Yes, last ga I promised to reduce Zeng and Nikola’s playing ti. I’m very sorry I didn’t manage to do that; they ended up playing the full ga again. But there’s no choice for winning. I once again apologize."
The dia was evidently unimpressed by such bravado.
The reporter asked, "How do you feel about winning two away gas in a row?"
Mike Malone’s face bead with pride, excitedly said, "Perfect! For us, this outco is just too perfect. We will continue to work hard at ho and strive to take the ga."
The reporter then turned to Zeng Xingyang and asked, "Does playing 58 minutes in a ga tire you? Do you have any complaints?"
Zeng Xingyang wiped the sweat from his forehead, gasped for air and replied, "Of course it’s tiring; after all, this is a high-intensity ga. But I have no complaints, as I said before, there are people who are much more tired than , so I’m in no position to complain. Everything is worth it for the team’s victory."
Jokic nodded continuously beside him, agreeing with Zeng Xingyang’s words.
The Nuggets’ team showed great respect to their opponents during the interview, not getting too complacent over winning two gas straight or giving themselves a "poisonous boost." Whether it was Mike Malone or Zeng Xingyang and Jokic, they knew very well that the upcoming G3, though at ho, would bring the Warriors’ most intense counterattack.
After the interview, the entire Nuggets team swiftly returned to Denver, tirelessly preparing for their ho ga.
The streets and alleys of Denver were filled with excitent. Fans were exhilarated; they never imagined the Nuggets would win two consecutive away gas.
Tickets for G3 were instantly snatched up, selling extrely well.
Soon, after a short two-day rest, the G3 ga officially began.
TNT’s comntary team gathered at the Pepsi Center to provide live comntary.
Barkley had a serious expression and said earnestly, "After the Warriors lost consecutive ho gas, they have no way out. If they lose tonight, their season is basically over. This ga is crucial for them."
Smith also looked expectantly and said, "Let’s see how effective their previous player eting was, whether they can resolve internal issues and adjust their state."
O’Neal patted the table and loudly said, "Zeng and Nikola perford quite excellently before, and if the Nuggets want to win tonight, they will likely have to rely on their outstanding performance."
Miller analyzed, "Mike Malone knows very well how to maximize the power of these Nuggets. He’s also very good at utilizing the pick-and-roll with Zeng and Nikola, which is the Nuggets’ main weapon."
Barkley continued, "The current Nuggets have forced the entire league to pay attention to them. They have already shown strong strength and are strong contenders for the championship."
In the locker room passage.
Barnes looked nervous and stayed together with Curry. He cautiously asked, "Stephen, will we win tonight?"
Curry’s gaze was firm, and he replied unwaveringly, "Yes! We will definitely win!"
Curry knew in his heart that although the Nuggets had won two consecutive gas, he felt that this Nuggets team didn’t truly crush them in strength.
As long as they maintain confidence and adjust their state, they still have a chance to win.
"We will definitely win!" Green waved his arms and shouted loudly, then he went to each teammate, giving them high-fives and hugs, trying to boost everyone’s morale.
On the Nuggets’ side.
Jokic stood among his teammates, encouraging them incessantly, "Tonight they will be anxious, they will panic, and that’s our opportunity. What we need to do is maintain our own rhythm and play steadily."
"Don’t rush, take it step by step, slowly undermine their defense confidence, go!"
"Go!"
"Go!"
The Nuggets players all encouraged each other, their eyes full of determination and confidence. Consecutive victories over the Warriors had given them very strong confidence.
Soon, all the opening ceremonies were smoothly completed.
Nuggets starters: Zeng Xingyang, Harris, Pope, Grant, Jokic.
Warriors starters: Curry, Thompson, Barnes, Green, Bogut.
There were no changes in the starting lineups for either the Nuggets or the Warriors.
With the referee’s whistle, Bogut and Jokic stood at the center circle, ready for the jump ball.
Jokic’s eyes were focused, staring intently at the basketball in the referee’s hand. As the ball was tossed up, he jumped with all his might, vigorously flicking the ball to Zeng Xingyang.
Zeng Xingyang caught the ball steadily, quickly moving to the right side.
Facing Thompson’s close defense, his eyes glanced to the left but suddenly changed direction to the right, causing Thompson to stumble. Seizing the opportunity, Zeng Xingyang accelerated and dashed in, like a black lightning bolt.
Green and Iguodala saw this and quickly ca from both sides to encircle him.
At this critical mont, Zeng Xingyang caught a glimpse of Grant cutting along the baseline. Without hesitation, he made a low-handed pass, and the basketball seed to have eyes as it accurately reached the advancing Grant.
Grant caught the ball under the basket, skillfully sidestepped Bogut’s defensive rhythm with a step mischief, and made a light layup, getting the ball in securely.
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The fans at the Denver Pepsi Center erupted instantly.
The cheers and shouts were deafening.
The fans felt that the Nuggets had beco stronger after entering the playoffs compared to the regular season!
Warriors on the offense.
Curry dribbled past the half-court line, looking calm and composed, seemingly unaffected by the away ga montum.
He exchanged a glance with Green and directly executed a pick-and-roll play.
Curry, using Green’s screen, broke through inside, drawing the defensive attention of multiple Nuggets players.
Then, Curry made a clever breakthrough pass, giving the ball to Barnes at the corner.
Barnes, upon receiving the ball, wasted no ti and quickly passed it to Thompson at the top.
Thompson received the ball, slightly bent his knees, took a breath, and despite Harris’s interference, he jumped high and took a stable shot. The basketball drew a beautiful arc across the air, swishing through the net for a three-pointer.
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