Alexander: We are not panic at all, sooner or later, the opponent will lose the chain, just like playing chess

In the intense NBA playoffs, the Thunder and the Timberwolves had a thrilling showdown. In the end, the Thunder defeated the Timberwolves with a significant advantage of 114-88, taking the lead with a 1-0 lead in the series. After the game, the highly anticipated Alexander happily accepted an interview with reporters. When asked about the mentality of the game, he looked firm and said calmly: "We didn't panic at all. You know, in such a high-intensity confrontation, the changes in the situation are difficult to predict, but we always believe that our opponents will lose their chain sooner or later, and the facts were indeed the case later. The game has never been a simple physical confrontation. It has always been a battle of wits and courage like playing chess. Every round and every tactic execution requires us to see the situation on the field and respond quickly. We know that any negligence may lead to a loss in the whole game."

It is worth mentioning that Alexander played for 37 minutes in this game and performed extremely well. He made 10 goals with 27 shots in the game. Although he made 0 of 4 three-pointers, he made 11 of 14 free throws with excellent breakthroughs and fouls, and finally scored a comprehensive statistic of 31 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists, and 3 steals. His sharp breakthrough on the offensive end has repeatedly tore open the Timberwolves' defense line and created many scoring opportunities for his teammates; on the defensive end, he successfully steals many times with his keen judgment and excellent reaction speed, effectively curbing the Timberwolves' offensive rhythm.

The Timberwolves are certainly an excellent team, they have excellent players and a mature tactical system. However, in this game, the Thunder took the lead with better teamwork and tenacious fighting spirit. But we also have reason to believe that after experiencing this setback, the Timberwolves will summarize their experiences and lessons, continue to grow and improve, and will become better and better in future games.

From a historical perspective, the NBA are full of variables and miracles. Many teams encountered setbacks in the early stages of the series, but through adjustments and struggles, they eventually achieved a reversal. The Thunder's victory this time is just a small step in the long journey. They need to maintain this state and mentality in order to go further in the next game. From a social perspective, this game attracted the attention of countless fans, inspired everyone's love for basketball, and made more people feel the charm of teamwork and competitive spirit.