059: Thanks Henson
After the start of the fourth quarter, George. Carl stopped his yelling. Even Crazy Carl knows very well that if someone else scores 54 points in a single quarter, then there is no possibility of turning the tables in this game.
What is the concept of 54 points in a single quarter? Reggie. Miller was also afraid that the fans would not know, so he immediately popularized science.
The Pacers' 54 points in a single quarter are the third-highest single-quarter scoring record in NBA history, and only four points short of the record for most points scored in a single quarter.
The NBA all-time record for the highest single-quarter scoring record of 58 points was set by the Fabro Braves, the predecessor of the Los Angeles Clippers, during a game against the Boston Celtics on October 20, 1972.
The Suns scored 57 points in the 1990-1991 season, and the Golden State Warriors scored 57 points in the 1988-1989 season. The Pacers are tied for third with the other two teams today with 54 points, as the Celtics and Hawks did in the 1969-1970 season. ”
In other words, the Pacers are the first team in the 21st century to touch this incredible record. After all, under the high-intensity confrontation and tight defense of modern basketball, such an incredible score is almost stifled. However, Henson's Pacers just stunned in front of everyone, in front of Crazy Karl, in front of the Western Conference powerhouse Nuggets, turning over this long-sealed record.
In the fourth quarter, the Pacers' defense finally slackened. But now for the Nuggets to score, Henson already feels that it doesn't matter. You can't be too desperate, and you still have to give it to the Nuggets and George. Carl has a little face.
In the end, the Nuggets scored 37 points in a single quarter in the fourth quarter, but it still didn't help. 144-113, the Indiana Pacers made a comeback at home after an unexpected loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, killing the Nuggets from all the way in the West!
The result of this game definitely exceeded everyone's expectations, because even if anyone thought that the Pacers could win, it was impossible to expect them to win by so many points.
144 points, which is a new high for a single game in the NBA new season. It was not the Los Angeles Lakers or the Miami Heat who set this record, but the Indiana Pacers, who had not appeared in the playoffs for four years in a row!
After the match, Henson walked to the technical table with a smile on his face. Carl shakes hands. George. Carl was so angry with Anthony today that his face turned green, and when he saw Henson's smug face, Old Carl really wanted to punch this Chinese in the nose!
"We're just lucky, George." Henson was the first to speak, "Before the game started, I said that I would play against you, just for fun...... I didn't expect that. ”
"Don't be complacent, boy. The next meeting, I'll pay the debt with blood. "George. Carl's temper has not become mild as he gets older. Karl rudely shook off Henson's hand and turned away.
As Henson prepares to return to the bench, he finds that Christine and the photographer have stopped him. Henson was a little surprised because it was the first time that a reporter approached him as a coach for a courtside interview after the game. Normally, they look for players.
"Mr. Henson, what kind of tactics did you set up at halftime? It made the Pacers play such an incredible offense! Christine's eyes lit up, and she deserved to be a trainee reporter, because anyone with a little experience knows that Henson never talks openly about his tactics.
'At half-time, I gave each of the players a pair of gloves.
After listening to Henson's answer, Christine still stood stupidly in place.
Henson also thought that Christine would understand the joke, because it would be boring to put it bluntly.
"That's why they only got hot in the second half."
With that, Henson smiled charmingly at the camera and walked away. Christine still stood still, innocently asking the photographer behind her.
"Is everything he said true?"
The press conference after the dressing was still lively, and today today in the first quarter of the game 3 three-point shots 0 shots, but in the third quarter 5 shots 5 shots, Dunleavy scored 31 points in the whole game, undoubtedly became the focus of attention.
No one thought that this white shooter, who had always been tepid, would become a superstar at Conseco Arena today. With 31 points on just 13 shots, Dunleavy was efficient.
"I have to thank Coach Henson for believing in me, I felt really good in training these days. Coach Henson saw it all and gave me a chance, even if I didn't make a single shot in the first quarter. Without Coach Henson's trust, I don't think I would have scored 31 points this season. To the reporter's surprise, Dunleavy didn't talk much about himself, instead putting all the credit on Henson.
In this way, the young Chinese coach has more control over the dressing room than people think!
And 4 of 5 three-point shots in the whole game, with a total shooting rate of 85.7%, and Holiday who only missed two shots and scored 29 points and 6 assists in the whole game, said similar things to Dunleavy. He couldn't be more grateful to Henson, because he hadn't forgotten how aggrieved he was when he played under O'Brien.
"When I had a hard time last season, Mr. Henson, as an assistant coach, always encouraged me. It was his encouragement that kept me going. We are very fortunate to have a great team and also have a good team leader. This big win isn't just for me and Dunleavy, it's for everyone on the Pacers. ”
Although Holiday is only in the second grade, he is already very good at dealing with the media.
Holiday and Dunleavy's performances today sent a message to everyone: as long as you train hard, the manager will give you a chance!
After the press conference, Henson, who did not appear at the press conference at all, became the most profound name in the minds of reporters. It seems that the Chinese who rose so quickly with the Pacers does have some kind of magic.
The day after the game, the Indiana Pacers became the league's favorite. Major news sites put their incredible game on the front page, and the streets of Indianapolis were filled with joy. The news of major sports TV stations around the world are taking turns to report the miracle of 54 points in a single quarter.
For the first time, Henson's fast-paced, spacious, spacious and multi-three-point shooting showed the power of his game. Reggie, who witnessed the whole game. Miller, on a show the next night, commented:
"Why does Coach Henson love the three-point shot? Because there is no four-point line in the rules of the NBA! ”
Indeed, Henson's pursuit of the three-point shot feels a little incredible. So far this season, the Pacers rank third in the league in shooting three-point shooting and three-point shooting per game. You know, the Pacers don't have a player like Anthony who shoots uncontrollably.
It's clear that Henson wants to control the game with his three-point shot, and if you look at the players he puts on the court, there is not a single one who can't shoot a three-pointer. Even Al. Horford and McRoberts, two insiders, also have a record of three-point shooting and shooting.
After a hearty victory, Henson's style of play began to be studied under a magnifying glass by various experts. Naturally, there are still quite a few people who scoff at Henson's style of play.
"You can't kill a game by shooting, that's always been a truth on the basketball court. When you control the inside line, you can really control the outcome of the game. ”
"The Pacers' offense and D'Antoni's Suns and George's Pacifiers. Karl's Nuggets are similar, but there's a fact that neither the Suns nor the Nuggets have ever made it to the top. ”
"To put it bluntly, it's not how subtle Coach Henson's tactics are, it's Mike. Dunleavy's touch killed the Nuggets. ”
"During the break in the third quarter, Henson actually stood on the sidelines and encouraged the fans to cheer. This guy didn't figure it out, he's the head coach, not the mascot! ”
Even a hearty victory can't gag everyone's mouths. After all, Henson is new to the game, and it's normal for people to be unacceptable that a yellow-skinned guy suddenly succeeds in the NBA. Just like Yao Ming, even now, there are still people who keep questioning him.
Fortunately, Henson never cared about what the media thought of him, after all, it wasn't the experts who gave him $11 million for three years, so Henson never liked them.
But for his boss's invitation, Henson couldn't refuse. After all, his $11 million was really taken from someone else.
"A couple of the owners of the team want to see you, after all, they haven't actually met you since you joined the team as head coach. So you must not be late for the dinner at eight o'clock tomorrow evening at the Manor of Saint-Denis. ”
The text message from Bird was still not a word of nonsense.