Siakam catches the ball from beyond the three-point line, James. Johnson pressed forward like crazy.

However, Siakam wasn't flustered, and he didn't act like a rookie at all. Under Johnson's tough pressing, Siakam shielded the basketball and waited for Antetokounmpo's cover to be in place.

After Antetokounmpo set up the screen, Siakam held the ball and prepared to break through. James. Johnson immediately bypassed Antetokounmpo, intending to continue to block the impact of the 43 in front of him.

Siakam, however, changed hands from behind and burst into the uncovered side. James. Johnson misjudged, but it didn't look like he wanted to give up.

I saw Johnson rushing at Siakam like crazy, in terms of athleticism, he was better than Luke. Babbitt is much stronger.

However, as Henson understands. James. Johnson is crazy at times. This is both his strength and his weakness.

Siakam has risen into the air. In fact, there is no need to block it. But James. Johnson jumped up and collided violently with Siakam, who was unable to prevent Siakam from scoring while receiving a foul on his back.

James. Johnson landed on the ground and rushed to the referee in a rage, but his foul was actually undisputed.

Siakam high-fived his teammates one by one, then stared at the American Airlines Center fans at the free-throw line and hit the free throw.

13 points, this is Siakam's 13th point of the game. Henson said he could score in double figures today, and he did.

Although in the bet between Henson and Siakam, this is considered a loss for Siakam. But in reality, it has greatly boosted Siakam's self-confidence.

"Pascal played awesome today! If it's Kevin. Looney, but there is no way to shoot three-pointers or break through with the ball. 'McMillan spent the whole game today in amazement.

When Henson was ready to trade Rooney for Siakam, McMillan was vehemently opposed. But now, Siakam's performance says it all. Not that Kevin. Looney is not good, but Siakam is better suited to the Pacers than Looney.

"That's right, that's why I said we'll have more than enough Siakam in the middle of the season. There's five minutes left in the game, Nate, and it's up to you and Becky. If nothing else, the Heat won't be able to turn it over today. ”

Henson clapped Siakam as he spoke, then sat back on the bench and crossed his legs.

Every time Henson made this move, the commentators knew that the game was over early......

Although the game is over, although the Heat are already doomed to lose this game. But Henson's head didn't let go, and his mind wasn't on this game, but on the whole season.

Before and after the All-Star break, the Pacers' full strength was basically brought into play. From Antetokounmpo's outburst to Oladipo's awakening, and now Siakam's birth.

Henson's vision of the Pacers' strongest form is basically that. If nothing else, the Pacers should be going on to make the playoffs and a championship with their current roster.

Whether he can win the championship and succeed or not, Henson still needs to experiment in the regular season in the next month and a half. So, although the All-Star Game has just ended. But in reality, Henson is already preparing for the start of the playoffs.

He has promised Anjiali that he will completely retire from basketball at the age of 40.

The last time Henson retired, it was more due to physical reasons and had to compromise. But this time, Henson wants to retire himself.

Now, Henson is 37 years old. By October, he would be 38 years old. Time is running out for him to beat the Warriors, so every season, Henson doesn't plan to give up.

The beep at the end of the game brought Henson back to his senses. 119-104, the Pacers once again walked away with the win at the American Airlines Center. It seems that one Whiteside alone can't get the Heat out of the Pacers' haze.

On the pitch, Siakam looked around him, unable to believe that he had such a fantastic night. After all, just 24 hours ago, he thought he was going to play for the Mad Ants today.

However, by this time, he had completed his Pacers debut with 13 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, and 3-of-3 three-point shooting.

While Siakam's stats aren't exaggerated, all in all, his performance is enough to satisfy Henson.

Siakam then slapped his shirt. He wore the number 43 shirt all the time, and after every match, he touched the number 4 four times, which represented his father and three older brothers. Then he would touch number 3 three times, which represented his mother and two sisters.

Finally, he will point his finger to the sky. He knew that his father had been there all along, smiling as he walked onto the court......

Antetokounmpo was undoubtedly the best player of the day, with 32 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 blocks, and he won another MVP-caliber performance. Since signing an early contract extension with the Pacers, Antetokounmpo's performance has been very explosive. ”

After the game, Jeff. Van Gundy immediately began today's summary work.

"That's right, Jeff. But if you want me to say, the player that Coach Henson admires the most today is definitely not Antetokounmpo, but Pascal. Siakam, this little-known guy. Two months ago, Siakam was involved in a case involving Kevin. Rooney was sent to Indianapolis in the deal. I think most people probably don't even know the details of this deal. After all, Siakam didn't make his debut until almost two months after the deal was closed. ”

Mark. Jackson picked up Siakam's data sheet and picked up Van Gundy. He vaguely felt that this Cameroonian guy was far from being an ordinary rookie.

He could very well be the final piece of the puzzle on Henson's championship map.

Golden State Warriors, are you up for the challenge?

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The evening after the game, Henson went for a walk on the beach in Miami alone.

Although it's winter, Miami is a city with less distinct seasons. Even in February, the average temperature in Miami is 19.5°C, which shows how warm the city is.

Miami is a sex city, but Henson isn't in the mood to care about places with color. It's not that Henson doesn't eat the fireworks of the world, it's that most women are really overshadowed by his wife.

So, Henson's event tonight is simple. It's to take a walk on the beach in Miami and find a bench to sit on when you're tired. This year's winters in Indianapolis have been very cold, and Henson has had the rare opportunity to enjoy the pleasant weather.

While Henson was thinking about the playoffs, he saw a dark shadow suddenly leap in front of his eyes.

Henson immediately stood up and shouted. The runner immediately stopped, his white teeth standing out in the night.

"Boss!? Why are you here! ”

"I want to ask you, what are you running on the beach at night?" Standing in front of Henson's eyes is the final piece of the championship puzzle that came out tonight - Pascal. Siakam.

"I was so excited I couldn't sleep. So, I went out for a run. What about you? Boss, are you excited? ”

Since today's game, Siakam has had more and more smiles on his face.

"Me? I just wanted to find a quiet place to sit. How does it feel to be a true NBA player? Henson said as he motioned for Siakam to sit down and talk.

"It's so cool, if my dad can see this, then he will be proud of me!" Siakam said, looking at an old-looking pendant around his neck.

Inside, there is a picture of his father.

When he was in college, Siakam's father died in a car accident.

Because of Siakam's visa problems, he was unable to leave the United States or return to Cameroon to attend his father's funeral. Because once he chooses to leave the United States, he can't go back to playing in college. So the biggest regret in his life is that he couldn't see his father for the last time.

But at the same time, it was also his father's long-cherished wish that allowed him to persevere to the end in the eyes of people.

"That's right, when you fall in love with what it feels like to be a star, you redouble your efforts to get stronger. Don't let up on your training, Pascal. The regular season is just a warm-up, we're a championship team and we're going to face the toughest challenge. So, go ahead and improve yourself. The quality of a player can only be tested in the playoffs. And the Pacers don't allow players who can't make the playoffs. ”

Henson patted Siakam on the shoulder, looked at the stars and stood up, "Let's go, let's go back together, it's not too early." Tomorrow morning, we have to rush back to Indianapolis. ”

"Boss."

"Huh?" Henson turned his head, but Siakam didn't say anything more.

"Nothing, let's go. I've heard that Miami at night isn't safe either. ”

"Hahahaha, with such a big guy standing next to me, are you still afraid that it won't be safe?"

Henson's hearty laughter was eventually swallowed up by the sound of the waves.

Ever since his father, Henson was the only man who had always encouraged Siakam to persevere, and he really had his eyes on him. He never took himself lightly, and he always taught himself how to be stronger.

Siakam wanted to say to Henson, "You are in some ways like my father." But eventually, Siakam held back.

Sometimes, gratitude doesn't come out of the mouth. The playoffs are coming, and that's just right.

Because Siakam has decided that he will use his performance on the court to repay Henson's trust.

By the sea, the cool sea breeze made Henson sneeze a few times. Siakam helped him into the cab, looking a bit like a father and son......