After seeing the ball go in, Pittman was also excited. He clenched his fists and roared excitedly.
This is definitely the most brilliant goal he has scored since entering the NCAA!
The UT players all ran over to Pittman and yelled at him.
In particular, Durant punched Pittman twice in the chest.
They seemed more excited than Pittman.
Lin Ying also came over at this time. Although he didn't shout loudly, he looked very excited.
Pittman's hard work throughout the year was witnessed by him and Durant because they trained together.
And from his analysis, it was not surprising that the goal was scored.
Although Hibbert distracted Pittman and returned to defense immediately, he was slow after all.
According to the law of conservation of momentum, Ft=mv.
It was normal that he couldn't knock down Pittman because he was not as heavy as Pittman and not as fast as him.
This ball is also a microcosm of why Hibbert still commits so many fouls in the NBA.
Being slow but still wanting to take action, it is easy to commit fouls.
John Thompson III reached out and called a timeout.
The surprise player Pittman changed the situation on the field after he came on the court, and he had to make some adjustments.
When Pittman left the court, the players off the court couldn't help but come over and touch his head.
Abrams that guy couldn't reach it and still jumped.
Apart from anything else, the team atmosphere at the University of Texas has been really good along the way.
"Stay motivated and don't slack off. We are still behind, but believe in yourself and do every detail well..."
Barnes is reminding and mobilizing the players.
Thompson III called this timeout with a clear purpose, which was to interrupt the momentum of the University of Texas.
His purpose in saying these words was the same, which was to allow the team to continue the momentum after the timeout.
However, Lin Ying turned around and looked at Georgetown University's bench.
Over there, Thompson III was arranging something slowly.
While preparing for the game, Barnes once said this head coach of Georgetown University.
The son of a famous coach and inheritor of Princeton tactics, he led his team to defeat the number one team in the country.
This kind of coach has ulterior motives, and Pittman will most likely be targeted.
The timeout is over and both sides return to the court.
When he came on the court, Lin Ying had a chat with Pittman and reminded him to pay attention to the pick-and-roll.
With Pittman's current speed, he cannot switch defense to the opposing guard, so bypassing him in advance is the best option.
After the timeout, Pittman made the free throw.
There were a lot of interference sounds at the scene. They didn't think that a defensive center like Pittman could be very good at free throws.
However, the reality is that Pittman's free throws were much better than they expected.
“Swish!”
After he made the free throw, the University of Texas tied the score at 12!
Both sides are back to the same starting line!
Wallace advanced to the frontcourt with the ball.
Georgetown University's position is different from before!
Thompson III did not attack Pittman as Lin Ying expected, but was more thorough and changed his tactics directly!
Hibbert landed in the elbow area (the area between the free throw line and the three-point line) with his back to the basket.
This is a direct switch from the low series to the high series!
Wallace passed the ball to Hibbert, and Preston's high-post series immediately started.
After receiving the ball, Wallace made a fake move to the right, then ran back to the left and cut directly to the basket from the middle.
Hibbert then passed the ball to the middle.
Because it was a sudden change of tactics, the University of Texas didn't react immediately and Augustine was left behind by Wallace.
Moreover, when the high-post series is launched, there is no strong or weak side and both wings are pulled outwards. In addition, Pittman is defending Hibbert from the top, and there is no one defending the basket, so the door is wide open.
Wallace scored 2 points directly with a layup after cutting in.
Barnes stood up and yelled at Augustine.
The previous round was what he was most worried about: the back door!
And this is the simplest "backdoor".
If the University of Texas can't defend this, then they will likely be shot into a sieve on the defensive end.
The ball was exchanged and the University of Texas continued to play "blind pigs".
Georgetown University was prepared in advance, but James cut in very quickly, so they had no choice but to switch defense.
Durant had a one-on-one opportunity at the three-point line, and he faked a shot and then took a step forward to make a mid-range jump shot.
There is nothing wrong with the choice of the ball, but the problem is that his current ball control is not very good.
He didn't control the rhythm well when he changed direction, and was hit by Sapp.
The ball was not caught, but the shooting rhythm was disrupted.
"when!"
His final shot hit the rim!
However, Pittman's surprises continued.
He used his big butt to push Hibbert away and actually grabbed the frontcourt rebound!
The fans of the University of Texas at the scene were excited and looked forward to the "Texas Big Baby" giving them more surprises.
However, this time when he shot again, Hibbert pushed the ball directly onto the backboard! !
In terms of personal ability alone, a starting center for a top team like Hibbert is much better than a bench player from a second-rate college like Pittman.
And this round is completely different from the previous one.
In pure defense under the basket, Hibbert is extremely intimidating.
The University of Texas's offensive attack ultimately failed.
Thompson III does have something in his stomach.
Moreover, Georgetown University's execution ability was fully demonstrated in the offense and defense after the timeout.
The University of Texas finally turned the disadvantage around, but now they are facing a new dilemma.
It's not easy to win a game where the underdog defeats the stronger team!
Georgetown University's offense, Hibbert caught the ball in the elbow area again.
This time Augustine followed Wallace, and the off-ball backdoor shots of Summers and Sapp on the weak side were also blocked by Lin Ying.
Texas has been through so much, and they won't be defeated so easily.
The first wave of tactics failed to work, so Georgetown University launched the second wave.
Summers and Sapp moved on one side of the three-point line to contain the defense, while Green moved up on the other side to set a screen for Wallace.
It looked like a "back door" without the ball, allowing Wallace Chegreen to receive the ball and score a layup.
But the next second, something unexpected happened again on the University of Texas side.
Green wasn't really setting a screen for Wallace!
A round that looked like a pick-and-roll was canceled a moment before it happened, and then Green went inside and Wallace moved outside!
This time James and Augustine were confused again.
Before they could react, Green had already cut into the basket and received a pass from Hibbert and dunked for a score!
The Georgetown University fans at the scene suddenly jumped up.
The live camera turned to Barnes, who put his hand on his forehead.
The previous wave was the most frequently used and effective "split" tactic among Preston's high-position tactics.
Translated literally, it means "split". It looks like a pick-and-roll, but it is actually running in the opposite direction, like a split.
The difficulty in defending this tactic lies in the fact that the Preston tactic involves a lot of pick-and-rolls in order to complete the reverse cut.
So it’s hard to tell whether it’s a real pick-and-roll or a “split”!
16 to 12!
After the timeout, Georgetown University has the momentum to widen the score again!
"Defend! Defend!"
The Georgetown University fans at the scene cheered loudly.
In a round-based match, it's their turn to gain momentum!
Lin Ying was observing the defense in the frontcourt. After seeing Georgetown University start to shift its defensive focus to the weak side, he raised his hand to signal a corner attack.
Augustine took advantage of Pittman's pick-and-roll to drive to the basket, and faced Hibbert's accelerated pull-up layup.
This wave showed personal ability. Although the ball did not go in, it caused Hibbert to commit a foul.
Two free throw opportunities.
Georgetown University is on the rise right now, and the sound created by free throws has an echo effect that makes people's ears buzz.
"when!"
Augustine missed the first free throw!
This made Georgetown University fans even more excited.
"when!"
Augustine missed both free throws!
Hibbert secured the defensive rebound.
The University of Texas still failed to continue scoring!
One thing that is easily overlooked is that the level of performance of basketball players on different stages can vary greatly.
Some shooters who perform at a historic level in the regular season may perform so poorly in the playoffs that you wouldn't believe it.
I won’t show my ID card.
However, because a higher stage places higher demands on players' psychological quality and ability to adapt to the game, it is questionable whether the players can perform well.
At this time, Barnes walked directly to the edge of the court, his face as dark as if he was a reincarnated evil spirit.
That’s right, Angry Rick himself.
This expression was obviously made for the players from the University of Texas.
Just like scolding Augustine before, it did work.
Despite the loud cheers from Georgetown University fans, the University of Texas's defensive enthusiasm remained high.
After all, who wants to enjoy a warm greeting from Barnes after the game?
Georgetown University's high wing didn't play well.
Whether it was the open cut after the pick-and-roll or the "split", it was blocked by the University of Texas's active defense.
Preston emphasizes "people moving, ball moving", which sounds difficult to defend, but if you are aggressive in defense and don't lose track of your people, it will be difficult for them to create any chances.
And at Springman's signal, Pittman also moved towards the basket appropriately.
The majority of Princeton's points came at the rim, which is where the 2-3 zone defense would be key to keeping them in check.
Then at this time, Hibbert took a mid-range shot directly from the high post!
Just as Lin Ying had analyzed before, Hibbert loves hook shots and mid-range shots!
It is said that when Yao Ming was playing well, Hibbert was still in high school.
He may really be training according to Yao Ming's techniques!
In other words, Hibbert’s idol is Yao Ming!
There is nothing wrong with the choice of this ball. Pittman retreats to the basket and the mid-range shot is the best option.
Moreover, his shooting posture is very standard and it is obvious that he has practiced it.
“Swish!”
One shot hits the target!
Although he didn't get any advantage against Pittman under the basket, his touch tonight was as hot as Tokyo in summer!
Hibbert raised his hands after hitting the mid-range shot.
He was greeted with even louder cheers from the Georgetown University fans.
Augustine's three-point shot from the outside was still off target, and Hibbert held the ball in the high post again.
He was really in the game. Seeing Pittman rushing out to help defend, he faked a shot, took three slow steps into the paint, and directly slammed it with one hand!
“Bang!”
That huge body is like a mountain pressing down on you!
This dunk directly set off the Georgia Dome!
Barnes reached out and called a timeout.
The camera turned to the Georgetown University bench, where Thompson III was grinning from ear to ear.
Hibbert's performance tonight was completely beyond his expectations!
If Hibbert had been in this form in previous games, he would have been a lottery pick this year!
"Lin, you are going to play the five position."
This time Barnes spoke without waiting for Springman to speak.
Pittman's advantage is the confrontation under the basket, and his weakness is his slowness, a slowness that makes Hibbert seem very flexible in comparison.
So if Hibbert plays like this, it would be a complete side effect for Pittman to stay on the court.
Wendle was beaten and Pittman couldn't be retained. At this time, the University of Texas had no choice.
Lin Ying is now the team's last hope.
In fact, after Barnes said that, all his teammates looked at Lin Ying.
It was as if a heavy burden was suddenly placed on Lin Ying.
Durant unconsciously moved closer to Lin Ying.
He felt a little distressed, just like when he advised Lin Ying.
Lin Ying nodded firmly.
Given Hibbert's current hot form, this task will be a huge challenge for him .
But as Barnes said before, challenges mean opportunities.
If he can suppress Hibbert, then maybe he can have a transformation.
The experience he can gain is one thing, and in the eyes of the scouts on the scene, his impression points will definitely increase dramatically.
That means his draft stock will increase, and his chances of entering the NBA with Durant will also increase.
The timeout is over and both sides return to the court.
At this time, the lineups of both sides were adjusted.
On the Georgetown University side, Jeremiah Rivers and Ewing Jr. came on to replace Wallace and Summers.
On the University of Texas side, Randy Williams and Abrams came on to replace Augustine and Pittman.
When Thompson III saw the Texas University's returning lineup, he was stunned for a moment, turned around and asked the assistant coach next to him in disbelief.
The teaching assistant was also confused.
"Did they replace the wrong person?"
In fact, not to mention them, even the home commentator couldn't help but ask.
Hibbert is still on the court, which means that Lin Ying, who is just over 2 meters tall, has to compete against him!
This matchup is much more exaggerated than the previous one between Wendle and Hibbert.
Although Lin Ying has an excellent arm span, the difference in body size will make him face unimaginable challenges.
Well, it's like a cross-weight match in boxing.
Hibbert also discovered this after he came on the court.
Then he laughed.
Really, I just laughed.
Before the game, he thought it was a good thing that Lin Ying was not playing against him, otherwise Lin Ying would regret coming to the United States.
Now, Lin Yingzhen is facing him!
The feeling of getting whatever he wanted made him feel a little dizzy.
He felt that he was the chosen one favored by God tonight!!