"In the first half, the two sides played very intensely. The Bulls used their gritty defense to contain the Pacers' offense. But it has to be said that Derek. Rose's performance, however, was a bit disappointing. ”

At halftime, the Pacers' cheerleaders had just finished their show. But at the scene, most people didn't miss the figure of the group of girls, but were reminiscing about the half-game that had just ended.

So, although the second half of the game has not yet begun, Reggie . Miller and Chris. Webb couldn't wait to talk.

"I think it's not just you who will be disappointed, Reggie. Everyone was eager to see Rose reborn at the Bankers' Life Arena, but everyone was disappointed. Hopefully, in the second half of the game, Derek. Rose was able to adjust his form. I believe that Windy City roses will not wither so easily. ”

yes, if Rose had played a little bit in the first half, the Bulls probably wouldn't have fallen behind by now.

It's not just the fans who think this way, but also Derek. Ross himself.

'In the second half, we need to keep the momentum going! Drag them into the mire and leave them covered in wounds! Everyone thinks that the defending champions are invincible, and we have to prove that they are no different from mortals! ”

Thibodeau was cheering up his players in the dressing room, but Rose didn't listen to a word.

In the first half, he made six shots and hit just one goal. While his teammates have no complaints about him, Rose himself can't see his performance.

He used to terrify all the fans in this arena, but now, he is like a joker.

His teammates expect a lot from him, the fans expect a lot from him. But three games later, he has shattered people's expectations time and time again.

Rose doesn't want that, he's the Windy City Roses, and he wants to be as strong as his team!

He was trying to tell himself that he couldn't be afraid of breakthroughs, and he couldn't be afraid of physical confrontation. He's got to be tough, he's got to fight harder! Use the breakthrough with bullet-like penetrating power to help the team and yourself to get out of the haze!

"It's almost time, let's all go on the field! Remember, we can't give up on ourselves no matter what! If we all give up on ourselves, the enemy will easily knock us down! Do you understand!? Thibodeau looked at his watch and finished his last words at halftime.

"Understood!" This time, Derek. Ross was the loudest of all.

On the other side, Henson didn't make too many tactical changes at half-time. It was only before the players came out that Henson called out to Antetokounmpo and then whispered to him.

"Get ready, you might come on in the second half."

It seems that the head coaches of both teams are not very satisfied with the current anxious situation.

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In the second half, Henson didn't let Antetokounmpo come on right away. Because Henson hasn't thought through exactly which position he wants to play in this game.

Antetokounmpo can play in all five positions, but that's in the lower leagues. In the NBA, the only thing to say is that Antetokounmpo can grow to Henson's expectations.

It's clear that Antetokounmpo doesn't have what it takes to play all five positions right now. With his current projection ability, playing the number three position will be very disadvantageous. Playing the number four position...... Looking at Boozer's arms, which were thicker than Antetokounmpo's legs, Henson was a little worried.

While Henson was worn, Derek. Rose scored the first goal of the second half for the Bulls. Moreover, again in a breakthrough way!

"Beautiful layup, do you see how wonderful his breakthrough just now!? Derek. Rose, he seems to be back again! ”

Reggie. Miller's praise for Rose is no exaggeration, and Paul defended very well on that offense just now. But the speed at which Rose suddenly "catapulted" out after borrowing cover caught Paul off guard!

After the break, the first thing the Pacers players thought about was not to make up the defense, but to cut off Rose's passing route. Rose had eight turnovers in the last game, mostly that way. Henson took advantage of the fact that Rose did not dare to really fall into this kind of mentality.

However, in the face of the defensive basket under David. West, Rose was not afraid this time, jumped suddenly in the three-second zone, and completed a layup against West!

Break through the line like a bullet. Then blow yourself up and score for the team. This attack is a typical "Ross-style" attack!

"This guy ......" Henson had a bad premonition in his heart, going from 0 to 1 is hard, but from 1 to 2, from 2 to 3, it's very easy.

Once Ross takes the first step, he will definitely go on with determination!

Sure enough, more than 20 seconds later, Rose scored again! And this time, it's harder to score than it was just now!

I saw Rose make a few very confusing crotch changes after receiving the ball in the bottom corner, and suddenly accelerated when Paul's center of gravity was shaken!

Without cover, Rose used his feints and speed to break through Paul, the best point guard in the league!

After breaking through to the basket along the baseline, Al. Horford had already arrived. But Rose was unfazed, leaping up from behind the rebound and dodging Horford's block with a folded lever in the air. Wait until the other side of the body glide before making a layup!

His stagnation, his gliding, and his folding in the air, this set of actions undoubtedly reminds people of the omnipotent Bull No. 1 back then!

In an instant, the Pacers' lead was only 1 point! And Rose's two consecutive goals also made the Bulls' defense tougher than just now! It was as if the momentum on the pitch had been reversed in an instant!

Sure enough, never underestimate any stubborn heart!

"Beautiful pull-up layups, in fact, the Pacers have done a very timely job of complementing and helping defense. However, Rose used his individual ability to save the day and successfully scored. Now there is only one point between the two sides. Coach Henson stood up, and he seemed to be talking to Frank. Vogel was discussing something. ”

Drake. Rose resolutely opened his arms and began to defend, and he used his actions to get the Bulls back on track.

Bulls' grinder-like defense paired with Rose's explosive breakaway? Well, maybe the Bulls can really upset the defending champions!?

After a few offenses, the Pacers still didn't have a smooth time. Thibodeau knows the Pacers too well, which is good for his defensive setup.

And although Rose didn't score again, because he was able to score on his own, Rose's breakthrough score became more efficient.

Five minutes into the third quarter, the Pacers still led the Bulls by one point. But this 1-point gap is really precarious. In the past five minutes, the Bulls had many chances to take the lead, but they couldn't take it. But that doesn't mean they will keep missing.

At this time, Henson shouted at the referee to stop the game. In an instant, the cameras on the scene were all focused on Ross. And on the commentary stage, even the Pacers were surrounded by Reggie. Miller also had to admit Rose's magic.

"He rose in the second half, and as it turns out, as long as Rose can get up, the Bulls can still cause huge problems for the Pacers! Let's see how Coach Henson deploys. ”

After calling a stoppage, Henson walked over to Antetokounmpo, who was sitting at the end of the bench. Seeing Henson coming, the Greek boy "bounced" violently as if he had a spring on his buttocks. In an instant, Henson had to look up at him.

"I'll tell you to get ready."

"Well, I'm ready, Chief, I'm excited!"

"Bend down."

"Huh?"

"If you don't bend down, I'll have a hard time talking to you."

"Oh...... Oh......"

On the sidelines, Antetokounmpo put his hands on his knees. Henson stood beside him, one hand around Antetokounmpo's shoulder, and then his mouth close to his ear.

There was an uproar in the audience, and the Pacers fans had not seen the rookie on the field yet, so they were naturally looking forward to it!

"Looks like," Henson smiled in the commentary box, "Coach Henson has a surprise for his old friend Thibodeau." ”

"When you get on the pitch, I want you to play in the number four position. Don't be nervous, Boozer is bigger than you, but he was terrible today. All you have to do is try to contain him on the defensive end. Then, the point came, on the offensive end, with the ball to break him! Boozer isn't as fast as you, and he didn't expect you to attack with the ball. Break through him, bravely attack the basket, and give me a shredded Bulls defense! That's your task, your time has come, Janis. ”

"Boss."

"What's the problem?"

"Thank you for giving me ride this morning."

Henson smiled, then led Antetokounmpo into the crowd and explained his train of thought to the others.

Antetokounmpo stripped off his training uniform, revealing a large number 33 on his back. Originally, Antetokounmpo wanted to wear the number 34, but due to Ray. Aaron was number 34, so he reduced it by one number.

But Ray. Aaron once joked, anyway, I'm going to retire soon, and the 34th will be yours sooner or later.

Eventually, several cameras moved away from Ross and shone on Antetokounmpo. The mysterious rookie was finally brought on the court by Henson.

After the timeout, Henson patted Antetokounmpo on the ass and let him walk onto the court.

Reggie. Miller shouted excitedly, and the game was starting to get more and more interesting.

"Audience friends, keep your eyes open! The Greek monster has his first appearance! Miller's voice also conveyed this expectation to the hearts of every fan.