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After confirming that the Spurs are the next opponent in the Western Conference Finals, the entire Nuggets team boarded a plane to San Antonio early the next morning.

The coaching staff was also working overtime, starting with intense tactical arrangements on the plane, deliberating on every detail repeatedly, striving to be foolproof.

The Spurs finished the regular season ranked second in the West, forcing the Nuggets to face a tough start on the road.

However, the Nuggets' away record in the first two rounds was excellent, which also made the media hesitant to doubt their ability on the road.

In pre-game predictions, opinions were varied,.

Some media believed the Spurs' home advantage was not to be underestimated, while others favored the Nuggets' road capabilities, keeping the discussion fervent.

Upon arriving in San Antonio, the entire Nuggets team went into closed preparation mode.

On the training ground, everyone was fully focused, their sweat soaking through their jerseys.

Mike Malone looked serious, well aware of the Spurs' toughness.

The Spurs are a well-balanced team, ranking ninth in the league for offense, with a variety of offensive tactics and great coordination between players; their defense ranks fifth, with a defensive system as impenetrable as a fortress.

Facing such an opponent, trying to find weaknesses and devise targeted tactics is no easy task.

Mike Malone didn't dare to overlook anything, knowing that facing such a formidable opponent, the Nuggets would be at a disadvantage in the series. To him, the Spurs seemed like an insurmountable mountain, with every game full of challenges.

Fans and media only sense the Spurs' strength on paper, but Mike Malone, who is in constant tactical battles with the Spurs, deeply understands the formidable aspects of this opponent.

After every regular season loss, he would reflect post-game and sigh, "Their tactical execution is so perfect, every player knows their role, we must give our all to cope."

Zeng Xingyang also shared similar thoughts.

Despite the praise and influence he and Jokic have garnered, he understands that the Spurs' Leonard and Duncan will not be intimidated by them.

These two Spurs cores are like sharp blades, ready to deliver a fatal blow to the opponent at any time.

Zeng Xingyang recalled previous games and felt that the combination of Leonard and Duncan was tougher to deal with than facing Iguodala and Green, due to their experience and strength.

Under coach Popovich, the Spurs have a mature and rigorous team tactical system.

The team emphasizes ball movement, with smooth and natural positional exchanges among players, and cohesive collaboration on defense.

On the offensive end, players create numerous scoring opportunities through precise passing and clever positioning, controlling the offensive rhythm well and orderly.

On the defensive end, the Spurs also rely on team strength, focusing on maintaining defensive positions, with timely assists and rotations.

Through active rotational defense, they effectively cut off the opponent's passing lanes, forcing them into difficult shots, thereby reducing their offensive efficiency.

The entire defensive system operates like a precise machine, with each component performing its duty smoothly.

Besides the strategic level, the performance of the Spurs players is also impressive.

Though Duncan is in the late stages of his career, he remains a crucial pillar inside for the Spurs.

Defensively, Duncan is experienced and sharp-minded, standing like a stabilizing force guarding the basket, effectively protecting the rim and limiting the opponents' interior attacks.

Aldridge performs excellently on offense, with adept low-post skills and a stable mid-range shot, being a reliable scoring point for the team.

In every offensive play, he could find mid-range or post-up scoring opportunities even under strict defense due to his solid skills.

Leonard has grown into the core player of the team this season.

He excels on both offense and defense, with comprehensive offensive skills, precise mid-range shots, outstanding post-up abilities, and fast and decisive breakthroughs.

During the playoffs, he averages 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, with dazzling stats.

On defense, Leonard's excellent physical attributes and keen defensive awareness make him a nightmare for opponents' main scorers, being a key part of the Spurs' defensive system.

His defensive actions are clean and efficient, always perfectly disrupting opponents and making it difficult for them to score easily.

Parker and Ginobili, the two veterans, despite their age, still significantly contribute to the team with their vast game experience and remarkable basketball IQ.

Parker excels in ball handling and organizing the offense, with skilled dribbling and precise passing, cleverly linking the team's offense for smooth execution.

On the court, he acts like a commander, controlling the game's rhythm.

Ginobili plays a crucial role in firepower support from the bench.

His breakthroughs are elusive, often tearing open the opponent's defense at critical moments; his three-point shooting ability is also noteworthy, hitting crucial threes to turn the tide when the team is in trouble.

Ginobili's every attack is executed with full effort, boosting the team's morale.

Among the role players, Danny Green's three-point and defensive abilities are outstanding.

He often serves as a secret weapon, providing the team with stable firepower support.

His defense is also robust, actively disrupting opponents' shots and causing trouble for them, with the wing defense from him and Leonard being a nightmare for many superstar scorers.

Additionally, players like Patty Mills can also contribute energy from the bench.

In their limited playing time, they actively fight for every opportunity, greatly enhancing the depth of the Spurs' lineup, making the team competitively strong in all positions.

It can be said that the balance of the Spurs' lineup is on par with the Warriors.

In contrast, the Nuggets and Thunder appear slightly less balanced in their rosters, relying more on the performance of star players.

Pope's injury is also considered to have a significant impact on this series.

The various roster comparisons between the two teams have become a hot topic among fans and the media.

With time passing, news on the internet surged like a tide.

As the NBA season progresses, almost all attention is focused on the two teams from each conference.

In the Eastern Conference Finals, it's a fierce dialogue between the Cavaliers and the Raptors. The two teams differ in style, with the Cavaliers having the superstar James, while the Raptors broke through in the East relying on their overall strength.

Trash Brothers vs. James.

The matchup is full of highlights, eagerly anticipated by the fans.

In the Western Conference Finals, the contest between the Spurs and Nuggets garnered much attention.

This game has attracted countless fans, all looking forward to the emergence of the Eastern and Western champions and the two teams advancing to the finals, becoming the hottest topic in the basketball world at the moment.