After George hit a three-pointer, Popovich couldn't help but get up from the bench. He just stood there and didn't say anything. But this move is enough to let the Spurs players know that the old man is not happy! If you don't want to be scolded, it's best to cheer up immediately!

George hit a solid free throw, and the boos from the fans inside the ATT Center didn't make the first-time NBA rookie nervous. No one else may know, but Henson knows very well that George is going to be the one to become a superstar player in the future. If he can't stand this test, then he doesn't deserve to be a superstar.

The Spurs trailed by five points over three rounds, and none of their defenses were successful in any of them. The Pacers' offense blossomed more, not just shooting, but also breakouts like George. Popovich couldn't help but turn his head to look at the Chinese young coach who had been standing on the sidelines since the beginning of the game, instead of following the tradition like everyone else, putting a blue-collar big man on the field, it was better to be like Henson and only use the most suitable players!

In the preseason, everyone felt that the Chinese coach was no better than his predecessor O'Brien. But regardless of what others think, Popovich has changed his mind about Henson. It's clear that the Pacers were deliberately conserving their strength during the preseason.

That kid is not only smart, but also very cunning!

The Spurs immediately launched a counterattack and were already trailing by five points, and they couldn't afford to drag on like this any longer. Parker broke through quite resolutely this time, because Holiday had been sticking to him, so he wanted to take the opportunity to draw a foul on Holiday . Most rookies have the problem of overpushing themselves on defense, but this kind of endless defense just gives Parker the opportunity to make fouls with old fritters.

Foul making, this is a skill that all experienced outside linemen must master. The rational use of rules is itself a part of strength. As a professional player, winning is the number one thing to consider, not spectatorship.

Parker pushed Holiday to the three-second zone, and Holiday was very dead from beginning to end, which is exactly what Parker wanted to see.

When Parker broke to the free throw line, he jumped up and leaned forward, ready for a foul. This trick has been tried and tested by the French, and if they are lucky, they even have a chance to score three points!

However, just as the Frenchman twisted his body and waited for the whistle, Holiday who had been clinging to Parker quickly flashed and avoided Parker in a daze! The flash reacted very quickly and was very cleanly hidden.

"What!?" Parker looked at Holiday in surprise, how did this kid know he was going to make a foul, was he really a sophomore rookie?

Holiday certainly didn't know that Parker was going to foul, but Henson, who had studied countless game footage, did. So before today's game started, he made a special reminder of Holiday .

"If the French break through strongly without warning, you have to be especially careful! Beware of him looking for fouls on you! ”

Holiday has been remembering this sentence since the beginning of the game, and sure enough, his coach never lies! Sometimes the trust between a player and a coach is built up by these little details. Henson's words are almost infallible, and that has become the consensus of everyone on the Pacers, so they are all very willing to listen to Henson's command.

Parker, who was originally aiming for a foul, was not ready to shoot at all, and this shot that twisted his body to shoot was knocked out again. Horford personally picked up the defensive rebound and then made a long pass in the backcourt.

Horford's passing ability is definitely one of the best among the big guys, but he used to be with the Hawks. Johnson and Josh. Smith was the two dominant teammates, and Horford's passing ability was barely on display.

Horford's passing is not fancy, but the victory is that this guy has a clear mind and a lot of passing accuracy. He always sees his teammates in the gap and knows who he should get the ball to.

If the perimeter player can't grab the rebound in the first place to launch a fast break, then Horford will launch a fast break with a long pass. This is Henson's Plan B, and at this time, this Plan B has also been completed.

Wesley. Matthews held the ball and made a quick putt, attracting the defense and playing an open catch with George. In less than five seconds, the Pacers were over the battle. And Paul. George also impressed the fans with two beautiful dunks. As a rookie, there's nothing like a dunk to make everyone remember themselves.

11 to 4, the cheers inside the ATT center almost disappeared. George dunked for the second time in a row, and the rookie didn't expect his first NBA game to go so well. At the same time, the whistle sounded again. But it wasn't George who got another three-pointer, it was Popovich who called a timeout!

"11 to 4, the Spurs were actually stopped! Holiday is very smart on the defensive end, and Horford's passing ability ensures that the Pacers can launch the offense in the first place. George's athleticism is enough for the Pacers to finish off offense before the Spurs' defense can form. Looking at this lineup, each and every one of them seems to have been born for Coach Henson's tactics. No, to be exact, Coach Henson's tactics are made for this group of players! ”

This time, Barkley didn't say anything cold. The score of 11 to 4 is really there, and any irony would pale in the face of such a scoreline.

"We have to slow down and find our own rhythm! Maintain the offensive efficiency that you started with and don't let the Pacers get distracted! Tony, can you explain to me what you've just been up to!? Put away your little cleverness, others are not stupid! I want you to control the scene, control the scene! Instead of meaninglessly giving away the ball! I know everyone was looking down on the Pacers before the game started. But what about now? We are 7 points behind, gentlemen! Put aside your arrogance and give me a slap! Sure enough, this timeout, the Spurs players were inevitably scolded in the face.

Parker hung his head, even after working with Popovich for so many years, the old man would not restrain his temper for this reason. As long as you make a mistake, it doesn't matter if you are Parker or Duncan, you will be scolded the same.

After the timeout came back, the Spurs made some personnel changes. Popovich with the more athletic James. Anderson replaced Jefferson in an attempt to contain George's offense. In addition, Parker was replaced by George. Hill replaced, and it seems that the old man is planning to use Hill to regain control of the rhythm.

After that, the Spurs offense was a lot more solid, but the defense still didn't have a good solution.

The Pacers' formation was stretched too wide, which made the Spurs' efficient switching and reinforcement useless. But after entering the rotation lineup, the Pacers' offense instantly became a lot more inefficient.

The reason for the decrease in offensive efficiency is simple, the veteran center who came off the bench for Horford. Forts didn't have the ability to open up space, which made the Spurs' defense finally a little more comfortable. And Hinrich vs. George. Hill's sharp attack doesn't seem to have a good solution.

George. Hill was so good last season that it was even agreed that Hill's presence would take Parker back in the air. It is clear that he has also been heavily used by Popovich this season. At the end of the first quarter, the Pacers were defeated by George. Hill went 5-0 to tie the score at 25-23.

The Spurs eventually stabilized the situation and gradually regained their game feel with a second team after trailing by seven points. This is the San Antonio Spurs, a team that won't give up! Coach Henson's tactics are very limited, and when the space can't be opened, there seems to be little to be done about their offense. I have to say that they are still a little worse than top teams like Spurs. Seeing that the Spurs were catching up at the end of the first quarter, Barkley's words gradually increased.

In the first quarter, the Pacers' starting lineup shot too high was too high, and that's why they were able to take the lead. However, the shooting touch is not going to be so good for the whole game, and Barkley believes that the Pacers will struggle very well next! Their poor performance in the second half of the first quarter is a testament!

After the players had all walked off the field, Henson slowly sat down in front of everyone with a small bench. As a manager, he can't be too anxious because that will only make the players more nervous.

"Well done guys, you're ahead of the San Antonio Spurs! In the second quarter of the game, continue to concentrate. I'll keep an eye on you, and if you don't focus, I'm sure you'll suffer in training! "Henson hasn't made many tactical adjustments, as Popovich hasn't found a way to deal with Henson's offense so far.

"Just at the last moment, George. Hill is in a big trouble for us. Lance, are you asleep? ”

"No, chief!" Hearing Henson's name, Stephenson jumped to his feet.

He hasn't gotten much playing time since Henson fished him out of the police station. Even in the preseason, each game is only a dozen minutes to play. He knew it was Henson punishing himself. But instead of complaining, he tried to "atone" for his sins with his training state.

In the first quarter, when Henson sent Brandon. When Rush replaced Matthews, Stephenson thought he wouldn't be able to play today. But just now, Henson called his name.

"I've heard from your shooting coach that your shooting consistency is still a mess." As soon as Henson came up, he poured cold water on Stephenson, "So after you get on the court later, I won't allow you to shoot." Your task is simple, don't let George anymore. Hill scored! ”

Stephenson, who was originally disheartened, suddenly had a light in his eyes, and he tore off his disposable training pants and jumped with excitement.

Not being allowed to shoot is nothing at all, and now Stephenson is bent on tearing Hill to shreds!