The Rockets' offense comes again.
Lawson dribbles to the frontcourt.
This time Zeng Xingyang and Foye switch defense again, mainly because Ariza doesn't seem strong enough in attack; any guard who can keep up with his speed can limit him.
Zeng Xingyang goes up to press Lawson.
Although Lawson's dribbling is skillful, Zeng Xingyang's height and wingspan are enough to put pressure on him.
Lawson wants to use a crossover immediately after reaching half-court to get past Zeng Xingyang.
He thought too simply; Zeng Xingyang uses his body to pressure, then raises his hand to steal the ball.
Behind Lawson is the midcourt line, which significantly limits his dribbling space.
Zeng Xingyang seizes the moment, swooping down with an outstretched arm to cut the ball.
"Smack!"
A precise slap, and Zeng Xingyang completes the steal.
Lawson is totally stunned. It's disastrous for a team's defense when a point guard's dribble is stolen.
