The Basketball Court Swordsman

"The Pacers eliminated the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-1 and met with the Golden State Warriors in the Finals!"

"Warriors vs. Walkers, the confrontation between the new dynasty and the old order, the war of the century is about to begin!"

"LeBron James: The Pacers are strong, good luck to them."

"Henson: Everything is just warming up."

On May 26, the day after the Pacers eliminated the Cavaliers, the world's attention instantly fell on the Pacers and Warriors. Regarding the encounter between the two sides, people have been looking forward to it since Henson announced his return last year. At this time, this expected fantasy duel is finally about to be staged.

With Curry, Thompson, Durant, and Green, the Warriors who have not yet failed in the playoffs and the Pacers who reached the finals after losing only one game in the Eastern Conference are exciting just to think about it. .

In the two years since Henson retired, people have been discussing whether the Pacers could beat the Warriors if Henson was still there. It's like people are always discussing who is better than Kobe or Jordan.

But now, fans don’t have to make assumptions. Because the drama of this "Guan Gong battle Qin Qiong" will soon become a reality.

On June 1, the NBA Finals will take the lead in the Bankers Life Arena. The answer to the final victory of the Golden State Warriors and Pacers after the fierce scolding battle will be revealed.

However, before the start of the finals, both coaches made a decision at the same time-to give the team two days off.

Both Henson and Cole know that proper relaxation can sometimes be better than continuous training. And the finals are coming, they don't have to worry about the players will relax too much.

After all, in front of the O'Brien Cup, no one can really relax.

However, in fact, Henson gave the team a two-day holiday not only to let the players rest, but also to give himself some time to deal with some "private affairs."

"What? Are you going to Chicago? Why are you going there? The joint trial hasn't started yet." So when Bird heard that Henson was going to Chicago during the holidays, he was very surprised.

It's normal to rest for two days, but few coaches and players will run around before the finals.

"Hey, I was so busy during the Eastern Conference Finals. I even missed my daughter's birthday. When she was blowing candles, I could only accompany her through video in Cleveland. So, there are always things I should make up for. These two days, I I plan to take them to Chicago. Anyway, Chicago is only a few tens of minutes away from Indianapolis by plane."

For Henson's explanation, Bird has no reason to refute it. Indeed, Henson had no way to accompany her on the first birthday of her youngest daughter. As a father, this must make him very guilty.

But actually, Henson didn't tell Bird everything. Traveling to Chicago is just one of the reasons. But another reason is Henson's personal affairs.

A breeze blew by, causing the sound of "crashing" from the woods.

The leaves fell to the ground as a result, and the sweepers had to remove them all.

The four seasons of Chicago are quite distinct. In July, the hottest month of the year, the average maximum temperature can reach 29°C. In winter, the average low temperature can reach minus 11°C. But in May, the temperature in Chicago is still very pleasant.

The warm sunlight on the face is not only comfortable and not particularly exposed to the sun, so stepping on the green lawn to sweep the fallen leaves is not very hard for the sweeper.

After cleaning for a long time, the sweeper saw a man wearing sunglasses beside a tombstone.

Behind the man is a tall young woman, holding a little girl about one year old in her hand.

Today is not a holiday, and not many people come to the cemetery to visit the dead. Therefore, the seemingly familiar men and women attracted the attention of sweepers.

He looked closely at the man who was standing in front of the tombstone muttering words. He was dressed in an expensive Armani suit and his hair was combed back meticulously. The man's chin has a beard, which makes him look very stable.

Of course, the most striking thing is his yellow skin.

The sweeper suddenly widened his eyes and suddenly realized that he knew who that man was! But instead of disturbing the man, he walked away quietly and very politely.

It is very immoral to go up and disturb when others are mourning the deceased.

When the sweeper passed the man, he glanced at the name on the tombstone. Sure enough, it must be him. Because the tombstone says-Rest in Peace, Craig Sage.

"I'm here, with my wife and children. I wanted to see you when I was playing in Chicago, but I think it's best to come now. Did you see what this is? I did it."

Henson spoke to the tombstone as if he was actually facing Sarger. He took out a few tickets from the inner pocket of his suit. These are the tickets for this year's NBA Finals!

Every year, Henson can get a few free tickets from within the team, but he never knows who he should give the tickets to.

His friends are all characters in the basketball circle, and they don't need tickets at all to watch the game. And Henson has no relatives in this world except An Jiali and his daughter. Unlike the players, they gave their tickets to their seven aunts and eight aunts.

But this year, he finally knew who he should give his free ticket to.

"What's this!? Tickets for the NBA Finals! I'm going to the Finals, man. I fulfilled the promise between you and me. Now, I give you the tickets, and you can go to the finals to see me. It's a game! Remember to come, but you can't miss your appointment."

Henson shook a few tickets in front of the tombstone, his voice trembling. Of course he was very sad. After all, the old man lying down here had given him great encouragement and was regarded as one of his mentors.

Henson took out a lighter and lit a few tickets in his hand, letting them drift away in the breeze and fly into Sager's hands. Seeing those expensive tickets disappear in smoke, Henson didn't say anything, just stood there blankly.

Without Sag, Henson might have given up fighting early this season. But it is precisely because of Sager's enlightenment that Henson, who is accustomed to winning, can persist in adversity, win the first place in the regular season, and reach the finals!

Therefore, it is not a pity for Henson to "present" these tickets to Sager. He firmly believes that the guy will be in the Banker's Life Arena, silently watching him and bringing him good luck.

Because this is a promise between them.

After adjusting his emotions for a while, Henson turned his face to his wife and daughter. At this time, his face had returned to a smile, and no sadness could be seen.

Henson never liked to bring any bit of negative emotions to his wife and children.

"Let's go, let's go to Lincoln Zoo now, Emily will definitely like it." Henson touched Emily's head, and the beautiful little mixed-race girl smiled brilliantly at Henson.

"Henson, you..."

"Don't worry about me, Ann, I just came to see an old friend. However, I have a request. Can I smoke a cigar today?"

An Jiali smiled and nodded, and then led Emily to the outside of the cemetery to avoid getting the children.

Henson took out a cigar from his inner pocket and smelled the charming fragrance. Then, light the cigar head red.

In the past, Henson was so arrogant that he would smoke a cigar on the spot after winning the game, or simply light a cigar on a press release. For this reason, he did not take less league tickets. But now, Henson has not done those young and frivolous things. Hmm...Although Henson was not too young at that time.

Henson felt that in the past few years, he had really grown a lot and he had a lot of composure. And he can complete the transformation without the help of too many people.

An Jiali, Emily, Bird, Popovich...Of course, there is also Craig Sage.

Henson put the cigar in his mouth, took a deep breath, and exhaled the smoke ring refreshingly.

The championship must be won. Otherwise, he would have failed Sager, failed Bird, failed all the Pacers players, and failed himself.

With just one sip, Henson extinguished the cigar, and then followed An Jiali's pace.

One bite is enough for the taste of victory.