The Basketball Court Swordsman

It wasn't until two hours before the game that Henson hurried to the Banker's Life Arena.

After driving back to Indianapolis from Salt Lake City early in the morning, it was already noon. Henson returned home and looked at the situation of An Jiali and Emily. Returning to the arena after finishing this, the start of the game is already imminent.

Fortunately, the members of Henson's coaching staff are all good, even if Henson is away occasionally, they can guarantee the normal operation of the team.

McMillan and Becky Harmon have already made plans for this game, but Nash and Frazier have not relaxed the training of the players.

Moreover, the Pacers players are very self-disciplined. Even if Henson is not there, everyone is very conscious

So Henson doesn't have to worry about anything after he gets to the court, the only thing he needs to do is to start directing the game.

Of course, some media do not understand Henson's behavior. After all, Henson's trip to Salt Lake City is completely confidential to the outside world. He was absent from training yesterday, and the Pacers’ explanation was “personal reasons”.

Therefore, reporters do not know why Henson appeared in the arena so late. They guessed that the current Henson wanted to be a hand-off shopkeeper. After all, there are too many things he needs to deal with.

At the beginning, the reporters also said that Henson's contemptuous attitude would cost the Pacers. But after the game, such voices completely disappeared.

Because of this game, the Pacers won too easily.

Facing the Orlando Magic, which has not yet found the core of the team, the Pacers did a clean job. Halftime, they have led the Magic by 18 points. Among them, Victor Oladipo is the most excited to play. Having scored 16 points in the half, he used his impact to severely punish the Magic for abandoning him.

In the second half, the magic that couldn't shake it was unable to organize an effective counterattack. Henson did not even leave the bench in the second half of the game. Relying on the command of Becky Harmon, the Pacers completed the game.

In the end, the score was fixed at 69 to 98. Oladipo scored a season-high 28 points. This season since he was placed on the bench by Henson, his symptoms of dissatisfaction with the Pacers have disappeared.

The Orlando Magic scored 69 points in the game, which is a new low for the new season. The difference in strength between the two sides was faithfully reflected in the score.

After the game, Henson pushed Oladipo and Becky Harmon, who performed well to the reporter, and walked into the player channel with ease.

No reporter went up to interview Henson, although the way the guy was both contemptuous and winning the game was uncomfortable. But no way, he just won. No matter how unhappy, I can only hold it on my own.

The media before the game questioned Henson's attitude must make Henson very angry, and now they don't want to hit the gun.

So far, the Pacers have achieved their second five-game winning streak this season. Counting the loss to the 76ers, the Pacers' 10 wins and 1 loss start is undoubtedly the best start in the past three years!

Now, no one will dare to question Henson's coaching ability anymore. His return, the changes to the walkers are visible to the naked eye. 10 wins and 1 loss, this is undoubtedly a result that a top team can only play.

For comparison, the Oklahoma City Thunder's current record is 6 wins and 5 losses. The Houston Rockets' record is 6 wins and 4 losses. The San Antonio Spurs have a better record, but only 8 wins and 3 losses. Even the Golden State Warriors with Durant have only 8 wins and 2 losses at this stage.

The Pacers' record of 10 wins and 1 loss overwhelmed these famous names and once again topped the league. Moreover, it was under the circumstances that Henson was so contemptuous.

However, reporters are very clear that the excellent record at the beginning of the season does not mean that this team is really strong. There are several teams every year that have a blockbuster result at the beginning of the season and gradually decline as the season progresses.

Whether the Pacers are strong or not, the next game can be tested in all aspects. Because in two days, the Pacers will play against a truly top team in the league!

Previous teams such as the Bulls and Celtics can only be regarded as strong teams in the East, but not as top teams. Henson's next opponent is completely qualified to be included in the ranks of the top teams.

Before the game started, the leading players of that team also expressed their views on the game: "I know, I have been defeated by them for three consecutive years. But that is a thing of the past, man. You can't keep taking the past. Comparing with the defeats, the situation is different now. I will try my best to defeat them."

Facing the camera, LeBron James, who was sitting in the locker room, answered with firm eyes.

Just half an hour ago, the Cleveland Cavaliers led by James had just defeated the offending Toronto Raptors at home. This also means that the Cavaliers' record has become 8 wins and 1 loss.

In other words, James' team is the only team in the league that has only lost one game, apart from the Pacers.

What spark will the two teams with the least losses in the league collide? Two days later, James and Henson will give the answer.

The battle for the supremacy position in the east has already begun!

Playing the Orlando Magic this year's core team hasn't figured out whose team it is. To be honest, Henson really doesn't have to bother. In the words of some media: "Even if a dog is tied to the coach's bench, the walkers can beat magic madly."

But the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers two days later, Henson was very concerned. This alliance is unfair, so Henson's attitude towards different opponents is very different.

How good the Cleveland Cavaliers are, from last season they gave the Warriors the shameful title of "73 wins overall runner-up" can be seen.

The Cavaliers lineup was built entirely for LeBron James. Kelly Irving has a second possession point, and Kevin Love has an inside line that can open space. And, a group of experienced veteran shooters.

Of course, the most terrifying thing is LeBron James himself. After so many years, James's competitive state hasn't even declined, which shows how terrifying his physical fitness is.

In the past two days, Henson's time to study game video has increased significantly. It can be said that the Cleveland Cavaliers have played this season so far, and Henson is the most concerned opponent, no one.

Because Henson knows whether he can defeat the Cavaliers, and it also represents whether the Pacers can reach the finals. If you can't even pass the Cavaliers level, don't talk about the O'Brien Cup.

Although the Celtics, Raptors, Knicks and Bulls and other teams look strong this season, Henson believes that none of them can escape the fate of being ruled by LeBron. The only thing in the East that can compete with James is his own Pacers!

But for the sake of good health, Henson always watched the video for a while and went to the training hall to relax, and would not work continuously for a long time.

But it was precisely this way of working that made Henson a very interesting scene.

"That's it, you have to shoot boldly and let the opponent know that you are not annoying. If you want to create space for your teammates on the court, then you have to be full of threats. Physical fitness is not an excuse for not scoring, as long as You can seize the opportunity, even if you are not so strong, but can hit the basket. What's more, your physical fitness is much better than me back then."

In the training hall, Pacers player development consultant Steve Nash is teaching the 25-year-old rookie who has just entered the league and is Henson's only draft this summer, Malcolm Brogdon.

At this time, it was already seven o'clock in the evening. Most of the players have already left, and the rest of the players who are still being trained are almost at the break. But Brogdon alone is still in the practice of emergency stop jump shots after Nash's guidance.

Nash originally said he was a part-time player development consultant, but in fact he stayed with the Pacers most of the time. After all, the affairs of the national team are not trivial. Only when the international competition is about to come, Nash's work on the other side will be a little hectic.

Seeing Henson standing on the sidelines watching, Steve Nash smiled and nodded at the Chinese coach. At the beginning, Henson, who had been away from the stadium for two years, said that his goal was a championship, and Nash was still a little unbelievable.

However, the performance and status of the Pacers now let Nash see the hope of winning the championship ring. And the better the Pacers' performance, the more willing Nash will be with the team and the better the enthusiasm for work. Now, his walker relationship has entered this virtuous circle.

"Malcolm, you continue to practice. Believe me, the sweat you shed will not be wasted." Nash confessed, and leaned towards Henson.

"Thanks, Steve. How's the lad?" Henson smiled and patted Nash on the back, no wonder Brogdon has been getting better and better in these games.

It turned out that Nash stayed behind to give him a "smart stove".

Brogdon is undoubtedly lucky. After all, how many players in the world are eager to get Nash's one-on-one coaching, and they haven't had this opportunity yet.

However, it is not difficult to see from Brogdon's hard work that he also cherishes such an opportunity.

"He is great Henson, his possession, his vision, his versatility... If it weren't for the fact that he was 25 years old, he would never have been in the second round! How do you say? He is playing There may not be anything amazing here, but with him on the court, the team can always operate more comfortably."

"It seems that you like him very much, Steve." Looking at Brogdon, who was still sweating, Henson smiled relievedly.

"Indeed, I have to admit this. However, he is also the kind of player who will not disappoint you and me. Henson, play Cavaliers in the next game... Maybe you can let this kid try. I think In our system, his role should be the kind of player who can do the trivial tasks around the core. For example, hit those **** open positions, catch the ball to make the team's transmission smoother, when the opponent strikes iron or makes a mistake. Time to seize the opportunity to make a fast break and defend the opponent's top scorer..."

"Um... what you said reminds me of Iguodala of the Golden State Warriors."

Hearing what Henson said, Nash suddenly brightened his eyes and clapped his hands. "Yes, Iguodala! Brogdon’s role in our team is just like the Warriors’ Iguodala! Both speed and In the case of strength, height does not suffer, and can defend well. God, the more I speak, the more Iguodala!"

"Don't underestimate Iguodala, he is the MVP of the Finals..." Henson thought thoughtfully and played the Cavaliers in the next game. Maybe it's time to show the Pacers' bench depth.

Henson's team is always crouching.