The Basketball Court Swordsman

After George scored a three-pointer, Popovich could not help standing up from the bench. He just stood there and said nothing. But this move is enough to let the Spurs players know that the old man is not happy! If you don't want to be scolded, it's best to cheer up immediately!

George made a steady free throw, and the boos from the fans in the ATT Center did not make this rookie who played the NBA for the first time nervous. Others may not know, but Henson knows very well that George will become a superstar player in the future. If he can't stand even this test, then he doesn't deserve to be a superstar.

The Spurs trailed by five points, three rounds, and none of their defenses were successful. The Pacers' offense is more blooming, not only can shoot, but also have breakthrough players like George. Popovich couldn’t help turning his head to look at the Chinese marshal who had been standing on the sidelines since the beginning of the game. Rather than following the tradition like everyone else, putting a big blue-collar man on the court, it’s better to be like Henson and only use the most. The right player!

In the preseason, everyone felt that the Chinese coach was not much better than his predecessor, O'Brien. But no matter what others think, Popovich has changed his view of Henson. Obviously, the Pacers deliberately preserved their strength during the preseason.

That kid is not only smart, but also very cunning!

The Spurs immediately launched a counterattack. They were already five points behind, and they couldn't keep on dragging like this. Parker broke through quite resolutely this time, because Holiday has been sticking to him, so he hopes to take this opportunity to make Holiday a foul. Most rookies have the problem of using too much force on defense. However, this endless sticking defense gives Parker the opportunity to foul the old fritters.

Fouling is a skill that all experienced outside players must master. The rational use of rules is itself a part of strength. As a professional player, victory is the first thing to consider, not to watch.

Parker went to the three-second zone with Holledi, and Holledi stuck to death from start to finish, which was exactly what Parker wanted to see.

When Parker broke through to the free throw line, he suddenly jumped, leaning forward, preparing for a foul. The French have tried this trick repeatedly. If you are lucky, you may even have a chance to score three points!

However, when the French twisted his body and waited for the whistle, Holiday, who had been clinging to Parker, flashed quickly, and avoided Parker in a daze! The response of this flash was very fast, and the hiding was very clean.

"What!?" Parker looked at Holledi in surprise. How did this kid know that he was going to commit a foul? Is he really a second-year rookie?

Holiday certainly didn't know that Parker was going to commit a foul, but Henson, who had studied countless game videos, knew. So before the start of today's game, he specially reminded Holiday.

"If the French makes a strong breakthrough without warning, you have to be especially careful! Beware of him looking for a foul on you!"

Holiday has always remembered this sentence since the beginning of the game. Sure enough, his coach has never lied! Sometimes the trust between players and coaches is slowly built up by these small details. What Henson said can hardly go wrong, which has become the consensus of everyone in the Pacers, so they are very willing to listen to Henson's command.

Parker, who was originally for the foul, was not ready to shoot at all, and this shot that distorted his body shot was knocked out again. Horford personally picked off the defensive rebound, and then a long pass from the backcourt.

Horford’s passing ability is definitely one of the best among big men. It’s just that in the Hawks before, with Joe Johnson and "Choosing Boy" Josh Smith, the two ball domineering teammates, Horford’s passing ability was barely shown. .

Horford's pass is not fancy, but he wins because this guy has a clear idea and high accuracy in passing. He can always see his teammates in the gap and knows whom he should deliver the ball to.

If an outside player can't grab a rebound in the first time to start a fast break, Horford will start a fast break with a long pass. This is Henson's B plan, and at this time, this B plan is also completed.

Wesley Matthews held the ball and pushed quickly, and after attracting the defense, he played an empty catch with George. In less than five seconds, the Pacers ended the battle. And Paul George also left a deep impression on the fans because of two beautiful dunks. As a rookie, nothing can make everyone remember yourself more than dunks.

11 to 4, the cheers in the ATT center almost disappeared. George dunks for the second time in a row. The rookie did not expect his first NBA game to be so smooth. At the same time, the whistle sounded again. But it was not George who got another three-pointer chance, but Popovich called a timeout!

"11 to 4, the Spurs were actually stopped! Holiday is very smart on the defensive end, Horford's passing ability to ensure that the Pacers can attack the first time. And George's athletic ability is enough to make the Pacers in the Spurs. End offense before the formation of the defense. Looking at this lineup, each of them seems to be born for the tactics of Coach Henson. No, to be precise, Coach Henson’s tactics were born for this group of players !"

This time, Barkley didn't say anything coldly. The score of 11 to 4 is actually there, and any irony will appear pale and weak under such a score.

?? "We have to slow down and find our own rhythm! Maintain the offensive efficiency that was effective at the beginning, and don't be disrupted by the pace of the Pacers! Tony, can you explain to me what I was doing just now? Put away your cleverness, others are not stupid! I want you to control the scene, control the scene! Instead of giving away the ball meaninglessly! I know that everyone looked down on the Pacers before the game started. But what about now We are behind by 7 points, gentlemen! Put down your arrogance and give me a stern shot! "Sure enough, this time the Spurs players were inevitably scolded.

Parker lowered his head. Even though he has worked with Popovich for so many years, the old man will not restrain his temper for this reason. If you make a mistake, whether you are Parker or Duncan, you will be scolded the same.

After returning from a timeout, the Spurs made some personnel adjustments. Popovich replaced Jefferson with the more athletic James Anderson in order to contain George's offense. In addition, Parker was replaced by George Hill. It seems that the old man intends to use Hill to regain control of the rhythm.

Since then, the Spurs' offense has become much stronger, but the defensive end still has no good solutions.

The Pacers' formation is too open, which makes the Spurs' efficient defense and supplementary defenses useless. But after entering the rotation lineup, the Pacers' offense has instantly become inefficient.

The reason for the reduced offensive efficiency is simple. The veteran center Jeff Ford who replaced Horford did not have the ability to open up the space, which made the Spurs' defense finally more comfortable. And Hinrich's sharp attack on George Hill did not seem to be a good way.

George Hill performed very well last season, and people even agreed that the appearance of Hill would make Parker gradually take a back seat. Obviously, he has also been reused by Popovich this season. At the end of the first quarter, the Pacers were beaten 5-0 by George Hill and the score was set at 25-23.

"The Spurs finally stabilized the situation. After falling behind by 7 points, they gradually recovered the feeling of the game with the second team. This is the San Antonio Spurs, this is a team that will not give up lightly! Henson The coach’s tactics are very limited. When the space cannot be opened up, their offense seems to have nothing to do. I have to say that they are still a bit worse than a top team like the Spurs." See The Spurs caught up at the end of the first quarter, and Barkley's words gradually increased.

In the first quarter, the Pacers' shooting percentage from the starting lineup was too high. This is the reason they can lead. However, the shooting feel cannot be that good throughout the game. Barkley believes that the Pacers will struggle very much next! Their poor performance in the second half of the first quarter is to testify!

After the players walked off the court, Henson slowly sat in front of everyone with a small bench. As a head coach, he can't be too anxious, because that will only make the players more nervous.

"Everyone did a good job, but you are ahead of the San Antonio Spurs! In the second quarter, continue to focus. I will stare at you. If you are not focused, I promise you will suffer in training!" Sen did not make too many tactical adjustments, because so far, Popovich has not found a way to deal with Henson's offense.

"At the last moment, George Hill caused us a lot of trouble. Lance, are you asleep?"

"No, boss!" Stephenson jumped up when Henson called his name.

Since Henson fished him out of the police station, he has never been given any playing time. Even in the preseason, each game only lasted a dozen minutes. He knew that this was Henson punishing himself. But he did not complain, but tried to use the training state to "atonement."

When Henson sent Brandon Rush to replace Matthews in the first quarter, Stephenson thought it was impossible for him to play today. But just now, Henson called his name.

"I heard from the shooting coach, your shooting stability is still messed up." Henson poured cold water on Stephenson as soon as he came up. "So I won't allow you to take shots after you get on the court. Your task is very simple. Don't let George Hill score any more!"

Stephenson, who was originally discouraged, suddenly flashed his eyes, and he tore off the disposable training pants, jumping with excitement.

Not allowed to shoot is nothing. Now Stephenson just wants to tear Hill to pieces!