Timberwolves perfect rebound in G2: "No-ku" lineup to hit the Warriors

After the loss of G1, the Timberwolves obviously don't want to make the same mistake again. Unlike the surprise caused by Curry's withdrawal from the game due to injury in G1, Curry had been confirmed to be on the injury list before G2 and is likely to miss the next G3 and G4. As soon as this news came out, the Timberwolves could finally adjust their strategy with peace of mind and formulate tactics specifically for the Warriors lineup "without Curry".

Timberwolves' precise response

After Curry was confirmed to be absent, the Timberwolves obviously lost the feeling of confusion when they were G1. On the defensive end, their arrangement is clearer and more effective, and the players' defensive tasks are also clearer. Conley stared at Hilde, limiting his catch and shooting, while McDaniels faced Butler throughout the whole game, successfully limiting the latter's strong attack.

Less than 2 minutes into the game, Hilder conceded the ball and missed the three-pointer, and Butler was effectively defended by McDaniels and even suffered a big hat. These defensive successes allowed the Timberwolves to quickly take the initiative in the game.

On the offensive end, the Timberwolves played more accurately and made full use of the misalignment in the Warriors' defense. The team's offense in the first quarter created opportunities through quick passes and misalignment, especially through McDan and Conley exploiting Hilder's defensive shortcomings, hitting three-pointers in a row.

Next, the Timberwolves handed the ball to Randle, using his strong physical advantage to create more misaligned offensive opportunities. Randall performed very well in the interior, with his back jump shot and strong attack reaching 2+1, giving the Timberwolves a 13-0 lead just 4 minutes into the game.

The Warriors' dilemma and adjustments

Although the Warriors rebounded afterwards, the huge score difference in the first quarter almost gave them no chance to turn the tables. The Warriors lack creativity and efficiency on the offensive end, and the defensive end has failed to effectively curb the Timberwolves' offensive. Especially in terms of rebounding, the Warriors are clearly at a disadvantage. The Timberwolves have continuously grabbed frontcourt rebounds with their height and athletic ability advantages, further widening the score gap.

According to data, in the games Curry played, the Warriors scored 115.7 points per 100 rounds, and when Curry was absent, the Warriors' scoring efficiency plummeted to 90.6 points, and their true shooting percentage also dropped from 57.2% to 48.3%. This data was vividly reflected in the first quarter of G2, and the Timberwolves' strong performance further exacerbated the Warriors' scoring dilemma.

Koll's tactical adjustment: The rise of young players

Although the Warriors failed to win in G2, Cole, as head coach, obviously will not give up. Faced with the dilemma of weak offense and Curry's absence, Kerr made timely adjustments and used the "human sea tactics" to try to activate the team's potential through large-scale rotation. He took the initiative to give young players like Kumingga and TJD more playing time, and the latter did not disappoint Cole's trust.

Kuminga and TJD showed surprising efficiency in this match. Kumingga made all five shots in the first half, and finally made 8 of 11 shots in the game, scoring the highest 18 points in the team; TJD also maintained a perfect shooting percentage of 6 of 6 shots, bringing valuable offensive firepower to the team. Although the two still seem a little impatient and immature in their playing style, their performance undoubtedly brings a glimmer of hope for the Warriors when the team lacks other scoring points. Although the adjustment of

Cole failed to change the final result, at least in the next game, the Warriors already have more choices. The outstanding performance of Kumingga and TJD provides the Warriors with new tactical chips, able to create new challenges for the Timberwolves after returning to home.

Summary: The steadily advancing of the Timberwolves and the Warriors' helpless struggles

G2's victory not only helped the Timberwolves regain their confidence, but also gave them the lead in the series. Although the Warriors tried hard to adjust in the absence of Curry, their weakness on the offensive end and loopholes on the defensive end made them passive. Although Cole's adjustment failed to change the end of the loss, it also laid the groundwork for the next game. The rise of Kumingga and TJD may bring new hope to the Warriors, especially before Curry may make a comeback. Whether they can find more offensive methods in the next game will become the key.