The Grizzlies called another timeout, their last one.

They had to score on the next possession, and preferably a three-pointer, or their season would be over.

When the timeout ended, almost all the fans in the arena stood up; this possession was crucial.

Conley dribbled the ball from the backcourt and quickly advanced to the frontcourt.

At this point, they not only had to score, but they had to do it quickly.

Gasol and Randolph were setting screens on the outside.

It was obvious that the Grizzlies were going for a three-pointer.

The Pelicans' defense was also focused on the three-point line, and the Grizzlies' continuous screens were failing to create an opening.

More importantly, time was ticking away, and the Grizzlies' chances were disappearing.

Seeing that there was no opportunity, Gasol actively called for the ball and cut to the inside, preparing to get a two-pointer first.

But Whiteside had already retreated to the basket.

If Gasol forced the shot, Whiteside would either block it or foul him directly, definitely not giving Gasol an easy scoring opportunity.

Gasol had no chance against Whiteside under the basket, and the Grizzlies' strategy had completely failed.

Just then, Gasol threw the ball to the outside, a pass to shirk responsibility.

Since they weren't confident in getting two points, they might as well gamble on a three-pointer.

Green appeared on the three-point line. After receiving the ball, he was defended by Ariza and forced a contested, fading three-pointer.

This was an incredibly difficult shot.

"Clang!"

The shot was clearly a bit off, hitting the right side of the rim.

But after bouncing, it grazed the rim and fell into the net.

An unbelievable shot went in!

Green once again helped the Grizzlies extend their lifeline!

With four seconds left, the score difference was one point!

Tang Tian immediately called a timeout on the court.

The Grizzlies had used all their timeouts, but the Pelicans still had one short and one long timeout left.

The arrangement for this timeout was simple: get the ball to Tang Tian.

When the timeout ended, Davis inbounded the ball.

During the playoffs last year, there was a similar situation, and although they won in the end, Davis had a turnover on the inbound pass.

This time, Davis learned his lesson and sent the ball to Tang Tian when he saw the opportunity.

Allen quickly fouled.

Tang Tian went to the free-throw line.

The boos from the crowd were deafening.

Tang Tian adjusted his rhythm and steadily made both free throws.

The Pelicans once again extended their lead to three points.

And the Grizzlies had no timeouts left. Gasol got the ball in the backcourt and passed it to Green, who dribbled towards the frontcourt.

Tang Tian switched over to defend, attempting to slow Green down with two consecutive steal attempts.

Green had just crossed the half-court line and had no time left. He could only throw a super-long three-pointer directly.

Tang Tian's outstretched block almost got there.

"Beep!"

The red light on the sidelines lit up, signaling the end of the game.

The ball Green released drew an arc in the air...

It was a complete air ball.

The defensive pressure Tang Tian applied was too great.

The crowd erupted in an uproar.

The Pelicans' bench was in a frenzy.

The players on the court were even more excited, waving their arms and legs.

They won!

They finally won!

After being eliminated by the Grizzlies in the semifinals last year, they successfully avenged their loss this year, eliminating the Grizzlies!

Despite some twists and turns in the series, they finally did it!

Davis was a little emotional, his eyes red. When Whiteside shouted at him, he finally couldn't control his emotions and cried again.

But unlike last year, when it was resentment after losing, this time it was excitement after winning!

The excitement after a successful revenge!

No one understood it more deeply than him!

Tang Tian saw his state and walked over to pat his head.

"I told you we would win."

He said calmly.

Davis nodded vigorously after hearing that.

If Tang Tian said they would win, they would definitely win.

Tang Tian delivered!

"Congratulations."

After the game, the two teams shook hands, and Allen offered his blessings to Tang Tian.

As opponents, they were fiercely competitive on the court, but as a player, he was truly defeated by Tang Tian this year.

After the game, Tang Tian and Davis attended the team's press conference together.

Tang Tian had 32 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists in this game, and Davis had 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 blocks.

"I am now full of confidence in the team. We are more confident than ever," Davis said confidently to the media.

"Ad, Hassan, Zhu... my teammates all performed very well. Our opponent, the Grizzlies, also played very tenaciously. Jeff Green's three-pointer once gave them a chance. Great opponents make great games."

Tang Tian was even more thorough. In a great mood, he not only praised his teammates as usual, but also praised his opponents.

But his praise this time was completely justified.

After being completely defeated by the Pelicans in the previous game, it was admirable that they could play like this.

Especially Green, whom he specifically mentioned, who got the most points for the Grizzlies as a substitute with 26 points.

Just like he said, great opponents make great games.

After attending the press conference, when Tang Tian and the others returned to the locker room, they couldn't avoid another crazy celebration.

Praise was praise, but celebration at this time was essential.

"You say I'm Durant, but I eliminated the Grizzlies. You say this is your home court, but I snatched the victory from your hands..."

Metta World Peace was even more excited, and a rap made the locker room atmosphere lively.

The Thunder were eliminated by the Grizzlies for two consecutive years, so how depressed they were, that’s how happy they are now.

Tang Tian also joined his teammates in celebrating.

Although the next round's opponent was confirmed to be the Spurs, and it could be foreseen that it would be a fierce battle.

But now, they didn't want to think so much, they just wanted to celebrate!

While the Pelicans defeated the Grizzlies and successfully avenged their loss, the other series in the first round also ended one after another.

The Knicks won the Wizards in two consecutive games, 4-2, and they would face the Cavaliers in the second round.

LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony, these brothers from the Class of '03, met again in the playoffs.

Compared to last year, the Knicks were stronger this year and would have a big impact on the Cavaliers.

In the other two series in the East, the Bulls eliminated the Raptors 4-1 and waited early, and the Hawks also took down the Celtics 4-2.

The Bulls' style was the most difficult for the Hawks to deal with, and they had a good chance of returning to the Eastern Conference Finals after Rose's injury.

In the West, the Pelicans and Spurs, these old rivals, were confirmed to meet in the semifinals.

For the Pelicans, this year's playoffs were more difficult than last year's. If they wanted to surpass last year's semifinal result, the difficulty was S-level.

In the remaining two series, the Warriors were waiting comfortably, but their opponents had not yet been determined.

The Rockets, after falling behind 1-3, relied on the performance of Josh Smith, Brewer, and other substitutes to force their way to 3-3.

And the seventh game would be held at the Rockets' home court, the Toyota Center.

They had a good chance of becoming the ninth team in history to successfully come back from a 1-3 deficit.

ps: Me, Tang Tian, asking for monthly tickets!