The operation of Lee Jae-do, who led the team
Changwon LG defeated Suwon KT 75-60 in a fifth round match of the 2023-2024 season held at Suwon KT Arena on Sunday. LG won three consecutive games, posting its 28th win (17 losses). At the same time, it closely trailed runner-up Suwon KT by one and a half games.
Lee Jae-do led his team to victory. He played for 29 minutes and 18 seconds, recording 14 points, three rebounds, nine assists, and two steals. He played the second-largest amount of time in his team, following Yoo Ki-sang (188 centimeters, G). He did not aggressively score goals as his field goal success rate was only 31 percent (2 points: 2/6, 3 points: 2/7), but he took charge of the role of his team's main handler and game reading to become the core of his offense.
Lee Jae-do has displayed his presence not only in attack but also in defense. He has recorded two steals. In particular, he effectively defended Heo Hoon (180 cm, G), the opponent's ace, and Jeong Seong-woo (178 cm, G), the previous central resource. He put pressure on his opponent throughout the game with his vigorous activity.
The results were effective. Jung did not score a single point in the game. Heo only scored 12 points. The success rate of field throws for the two players stood at about 21 percent (2 points: 3/8, 3 points: 2/10). 안전 토토사이트
And Lee Jae-do thoroughly utilized the screen. Juan Tello (204 cm, C) aggressively used the screen to attack the opponent team's defense. His field goal in the first quarter was only one successful (2 points: 1/2, 3 points: 0/3 in the field goal ratio in the first quarter), but he scored with an adequate pass. He contributed to more than 70 percent of LG's goals (12/19) in the first quarter, leading the team's offense.
In addition, the moment Lee Jae-do stepped down to the bench, Lee Jae-do's presence was revealed. During the 1 minute and 55 seconds Lee Jae-do stayed on the bench, LG failed to score a point. The attack pattern became monotonous, allowing KT to chase in the second quarter. Yang Joon-seok (178 cm, G) filled Lee Jae-do's vacancy, but he was not skilled.
Lee Jae-do was put back in. He settled the atmosphere of the team. Although he did not actively participate in scoring after the input, he stabilized the team. In the second quarter, he also added two assists, leading the way in widening the gap.
As Lee Jae-do took the center of the team, LG was able to take the lead. Although it may not be a visible record, it has firmly established the team's roots with stable handling and game management. LG led the first half 35-28 thanks to Lee Jae-do's performance.
Lee Jae-do got on the ground in the third quarter. He dominated the mood with eight points, including two three points. He did not hesitate to take shots that came his way, and was involved in 17 consecutive points, including scoring and assisting. In particular, he was involved in all of LG's points during the fifth and 20th minutes of the third quarter. LG led 52-37 due to Lee Jae-do's tremendous contribution to the game.
He also remained active in defense. Although the primary statistics such as steals and block shots were not revealed, he rarely allowed matchups to score points. He showed off his defense capability by tying his opponent's lead to only five points. In the meantime, LG gradually consolidated its victory.
Lee remained steadfast in the fourth quarter. He maintained his team's lead through stable game management. Although he failed to complete a double-double by only adding one assist, he was able to keep his team's victory.
Lee Jae-do's record is not noticeable, but he also posted the highest margin of gain and loss (+20) among the players of both teams. He proved himself to be the core of LG's attack again. He also led the team's fierce battle for second place.