The leading KGC, which briefly faltered in the 3rd and 4th rounds, regained a sense of stability. They have recently won 4 consecutive wins and have only 3 wins left on the 30-win mark. During the 4-game winning streak, all matches were within 3 points, except for the match against Goyang Carrot. To regain the strength to overcome in a crisis situation. If they win against KT, who showed a strong performance with a record of 3 wins and 1 loss throughout the season, they will be able to win 5 consecutive wins and extend the ride to 2nd place Changwon LG (24 wins, 14 losses) in 3.5 games.
One of the reasons KGC found stability is the resurrection of Omari Spellman, a foreign player with 1 option. Spellman lifted KGC up and down with ups and downs in the middle of the 4th round. But he’s come alive perfectly, averaging 25.3 points, 10.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists over his last three games. After all, Spellman is a KT killer. He exploded more than 20 points in all of the previous four games, averaging 22.0 points, 7.8 points and 2.5 assists, making a big success. If Spellman is at the forefront of the attack, KGC will be able to play the game much easier. This is why Spellman’s explosive power is necessary.
Another thing to look forward to is the 3-point shot. This season, KGC averaged 9.3 3-pointers, ranking second behind Carrot (12.3). His 3-point shooting success rate is 34.5%, ranking third. Against KT, he averaged 10.3 3-pointers in 4 games, more than the season record, and the success rate was also high at 38.0%. In basketball, records don’t lie. Indeed, it can be a fun point to watch to see if KGC’s outer cannons will be able to fire against KT again this time. 안전놀이터
Against this, KT is still wandering. After signing new foreign players Jarrod Jones and Lester Prosper, they won 6 consecutive wins, but since then, they have only recorded 4 wins and 6 losses. The ups and downs of the game are so severe that it is difficult to find stability. From the standpoint of KT, which remains in 7th place, if it defeats the leader KGC, it can provide an opportunity for a rebound.
KT’s trustworthy man is Ha Yoon-ki. Ha Yoon-gi, who has grown rapidly this season, has emerged as a strong round MVP with an average of 17.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 9 games in the 4th round. Against KGC, he showed a stronger appearance with 16.0 points and 10.5 rebounds on average in 4 games. There is a famous adage, “He who controls the rebound controls the game.” If Ha Yoon-gi gives strength in the rebound fight, KT’s chances of winning will increase even more.