In this respect, the Bulls perform much better than the Trail Blazers; whenever a Trail Blazers player gets close to the basket within the three-second zone with the ball, they face tremendous obstacles.
However, Van Exel, the streak shooter, immediately hits a three-pointer in an offensive play, his shot is fast and fierce, with Cole already defending to the utmost, almost fouling, yet still unable to stop him.
Van Exel's appearance was the right decision; Steve-Kerr has no advantage facing Van Exel, not even in height, perfect for a madman to break through.
The Bulls remain stable and steady, Kobe continues to guard Pippen across the court, but Pippen easily crosses the half-court.
As he continues to organize the offense at the top of the arc, Little O'Neal suddenly comes out from the middle, teaming up with Kobe to trap Pippen.
Pippen is caught off guard by the double team, only manages to defend against the pressure, then passes to Kukoc who comes to assist.
