Halfway through the first quarter, Mirotic couldn't hold on.

Last season, Antetokounmpo averaged just 16.9 points per game. People will say he has a lot of potential, but no one will ever say he's a superstar.

Of course, no one will see him as the Pacers' No. 1 threat. Defending Antetokounmpo is also very simple, as long as you send someone to guard the basket and force him to shoot, Antetokounmpo will "turn off".

But in the first quarter of the first game of the season, people noticed that Antetokounmpo was different.

As his fighting ability and skill level have improved, Antetokounmpo's finishing rate under the basket has become terrifying. As long as he bursts in, few people can stop him.

What's more, the Pacers' ability to open up space often makes Antetokounmpo's breakthrough scoring extremely easy. Paul, George, Green and Lopez, as soon as these four people pull outside, the Bulls' box will become empty.

The improvement of Antetokounmpo's own ability is one thing, and the system changes brought about by Henson's return are also the reason for Antetokounmpo's good performance.

Therefore, after only half a quarter, Mirotic admitted that he could no longer bear the torture of that guy.

A counterpoint who is taller than himself and stronger than himself, but runs faster than himself. It's not just Mirotic, this kind of person can't stand anyone.

With Antetokounmpo's breakaway, the Pacers quickly established the initiative. And on the defensive end, Henson didn't let his former love Jimmy. Butler felt good.

Lopez's composure and Antetokounmpo's mobility make Jimmy. Butler was limited at every turn in the paint zone. Don't underestimate Brooke. Lopez, although his style of play is "soft", but after all, his height and experience are there. The ability to protect the frame is not very good, but it also does not make Jimmy. Butler was an easy one.

Antetokounmpo, on the other hand, is very fond of staging the Yellow Sparrow in the back. Butler had already eaten a block from Antetokounmpo.

Antetokounmpo's influence spreads on both offensive and defensive ends, and people undoubtedly see the possibility of this guy completing his transformation.

After the half-quarter, Bulls coach Hojberg finally changed the staffing on the court. He knows very well that unless Antetokounmpo is contained, the Bulls will not be able to turn around.

As a result, Hojberg replaced Wade with white shooter McDermott in an attempt to make the team's space better. Subsequently, he used the all-round striker Ty, whom Henson admired very much. Gibson replaced Mirotic and was tasked with defending Antetokounmpo.

Said Thai. It's no exaggeration that Gibson is an all-round striker, and when Henson was a scout, Ty. Gibson was one of his key observations.

Gibson is 2.06 meters tall, can run and jump in the No. 4 position, and is especially able to block. Offensively, the small hook in the low post is very efficient to use, and occasionally you can try your hand outside the three-point line. It was no surprise to see such a No.4 player in those days, and Henson was not surprised.

"Do you want us to make some adjustments too?" Seeing that the other party began to make substitutions, Nate. McMillan put his head in front of Henson's eyes and proposed.

"Not for the time being, don't worry, their substitutions won't work." Henson waved his hand confidently. Gibson is really good.

But how can it be compared to Antetokounmpo...... Henson's assessment is that the two sides are not at the same level of players at all!

On his first offense after returning from a timeout, McDermott drew Danny right outside the three-point line. Green's defensive attention. Therefore, Jimmy. Butler no longer has to worry about being caught in the trap by Green and George.

However, even George single-defended Jimmy. Butler, Butler isn't that easy to pass either.

He spotted his former teammate in the middle of the game and then suddenly dropped back to make a shot. Jimmy. Butler's three-point shot was average, but his mid-range shot was still very good.

But George's height of 2.06 meters raised his arms so disturbed, even if Jimmy. Butler also felt that the distraction was too great. But helplessly, the shooting action has been formed, and it is impossible to take it back. As a result, the swingman who replaced Rose and became the team's top card as he wished, once again missed out at the Bankers' Life Arena.

"Fuck!" Jimmy. Butler gritted his teeth and cursed, this was undoubtedly the most humiliating game he played at the Bankers Life Arena since he left the Pacers.

By this time, the Bulls were already seven points behind the Pacers. If the Pacers score a three-pointer on the next offense, the margin will be in double digits.

Trailing by double digits in the first quarter was clearly not what Hojberg wanted to see. He couldn't help but glance at Henson, who was standing quietly on the sidelines, doing nothing about his substitution. Joe, and then snorted disdainfully.

It's just a megalomania that has been blown out, if he had been replaced with that Pacers, he would have won the championship! Jimmy. Butler's shot was just bad luck, and the Bulls weren't that easy to beat!

Hojberg is not to blame for this "dangerous" thought, after all, when Henson made a name for himself in the NBA, Hojberg was even praying for a head coach's seat.

This is the first time he's fought Henson, and those who don't know are fearless.

"Stop him, stop him!" Hojberg gritted his teeth and silently put all his expectations on Thai. Gibson.

Once again, everyone on the Pacers pulled open up space and then handed the ball to Antetokounmpo for him to break through single.

Great. Gibson opened his arms viciously, but Antetokounmpo was undaunted and continued to accelerate with the ball as he should!

At the moment when the two sides made physical contact, Tai. Gibson and Hojberg off the court were stunned. Because they found that Antetokounmpo did not suffer at all in the confrontation! This season, Antetokounmpo's body has played more than just a beautiful role.

Great. Gibson has been pressed back and down, and Antetokounmpo this season is something that no one can stop. Sometimes, superstars just can't be defended. Think of O'Neal in his prime, who could dunk even with three people hanging from him.

And Antetokounmpo has undoubtedly begun to enter his prime.

In this way, Antetokounmpo leaned on Tate. Gibson forced a layup. The only thing Gibson could do was raise his arms in embarrassment.

Not only that, but the moment Antetokounmpo scored the ball, the referee's whistle sounded. Great. Gibson defended a foul, Antetokounmpo scored effectively, and a penalty was added!

"Hit three points! Antetokounmpo gets a three-pointer! The Pacers could take a double-digit lead before the first quarter was over! Haha, I really don't know what the mood of those media who said before the game that the Bulls must win is at this time. Barkley smacked the commentary table with a bang and Antetokounmpo's performance was just too exciting.

"Hehe, so I said, let's not be nervous at all. Does that guy think he can contain us by changing a few players? Henson smiled triumphantly, this calmness and confidence, McMillan had not seen in Vogel before.

With Fraser's help, Antetokounmpo's free-throw shooting percentage can probably stabilize at around 75%. For a player of his calibre, 75 percent from the free-throw line is already remarkable.

This time, Antetokounmpo took the opportunity to make the penalty. Under the watchful eyes of all Pacers fans, Antetokounmpo used a beautiful three-pointer to officially widen the margin to double digits!

Paul and George, two of the top two players in the Pacers' scoring list for many years, haven't attacked much, and the Bulls are almost overwhelmed.

Wade, who was sitting on the bench, shook his head with a wry smile, he was tired of losing to the Pacers. I hope I don't have to experience this feeling again today.

Seeing that the margin had been stretched to double digits and that Hojberg could do nothing about it, Henson reassuringly beckoned Brogdon and Oladipo to summon him. In this opening game, there is no need for George and Paul to make a move.

"Go on the field and blow them up." Henson only said this to Brogdon and Oladipo, and then patted them on the shoulder and told them to go to the technical desk to get ready.

He believes that the two energetic young defenders will definitely play extremely well in the tailwind.

If you don't win a big win in the first game after returning from the pass, you will be so sorry for these fans who have come to buy tickets.

As for Hojborg, he's already starting to regret what he thinks of Henson......