In the 1987 draft, the Indiana Pacers selected a tall, lanky guard from Los Angeles with the 11th pick. At the time, no one was optimistic about the Pacers' options. Experts even believe that this guy simply can't adapt to NBA-level confrontations. And Pacers fans also hope that the team can select Indianapolis homegrown shooter Steve. Alford.

But after that, everyone knew. The lanky guard eventually became one of the greatest players in Pacers history and one of the greatest shooters in the NBA league. This lanky tall defender is called Reggie. Miller!

In 1987, Reggie was selected. Miller's operation, arguably completely changed the history of the Pacers.

And in the 2010 draft, the Indiana Pacers were in the hunt for Henson. At the suggestion of Coach Joe, another lanky guard from Los Angeles was selected. At the time, no one was optimistic about the Pacers' options. The media said Henson was wasting draft picks, and experts believe that a college player who hasn't played in the NCAA Division I can't fit into an NBA-caliber game.

But now, just two years after this draft. Paul. George, who was also picked at the end of the lottery, who also has a tall and lanky build, who is also from Los Angeles and is no less favored, has become the second leading scorer for the Eastern Conference champions!

This reincarnation-like choice and fate also set the Pacers on their path to revival. And now, Henson is in need of the tall skinny boy from Los Angeles in front of him, like Reggie. Miller helped the Pacers finish the game like that!

Kevin. Durant's offense was terrifying, and he almost single-handedly propped up the Thunder's offense. 13 points in a single quarter, and every goal was scored under the opponent's high-quality defense. I don't think anyone deserves the title of league scoring champion more than him! "Mike. Brin was also immersed in Durant's performance in the first quarter of the game, and every jump shot he made looked so dashing and elegant. And, of course, deadly!

Although the Pacers still held a five-point lead at this time, the fans at the scene were not very reassured. Durant's offensive power is unmatched, and if his ability to score without defensiveness continues to be so hot, it will only be a matter of time before the Thunder equalize or even overtake.

The fans didn't know what Henson was planning, they only saw this time during the break, Henson and Paul. George spoke the most.

Using George, who is also tall and arm length, to defend Durant? That's what the fans think.

However, when the game resumed, fans found that Danny. Green is still playing against Durant.

"The Pacers attack first, James. Harden is still not playing. It seems that his poor performance in the first quarter of the game made Coach Brooks very uncomfortable. However, as we all know, James. The time when Harden really came to his might was in the fourth quarter. Hopefully, after that, he can adjust his condition. ”

Even in the first quarter of the game Paul. George almost blew up the best sixth man, but the commentators still said that Harden was long and Harden short. George was once again ignored, but Henson believed that after this quarter, no one would dare to ignore Paul. George.

George started with Danny. Green made an off-ball screen, which undoubtedly allowed Green to draw the attention of the Thunder's defense. Just when everyone thought it was a tactic for Green, George suddenly ran to the top of the arc outside the three-point line!

"Swiss Army Knife" Sephorosa is still very sharp, and the moment George activated, he also chased after him.

However, Horford had already run over to set up a cover for George at some point, and the unsuspecting Swiss collided with Horford!

At the break, Henson didn't set up his tactics around George. And the execution ability of the players is as strong as ever.

George ran out of space, and he didn't have to worry about the ball going to be unpassable or untimely. With Paul in possession, these worries are undoubtedly unnecessary.

George catches the ball, keeps his eyes on the basket, and raises the basketball to shoot! Catch-and-shoot is one of George's most common ways to score.

Sephorosa had also arrived at this time, jumping high to interfere with George, who had a high shot. This time, however, George's shot was fake, and the breakthrough was real!

After picking up Sefrosa, George suddenly collected the ball and stabbed inside! Before all the Thunder players could react, George took two strides through the crowd and leaped high to end the offense with a tomahawk slam!

"Oh! Paul. George is too strong today! Everyone thinks George can shoot, but in fact, George is more than just a catch-and-shoot player! "Mike. Brin has commented on a lot of Pacers games this season, so he knows exactly what George can do.

Like Durant, Paul. George is just better at shooting to score points, but that doesn't mean they can only shoot. As a tall No. 2, with a natural height advantage and excellent athleticism, as well as an unknown amount of better matchups than last season, George is actually a very versatile scorer.

With a violent slam, George finally focused everyone's eyes on himself. At this time, the commentators no longer only have James in their mouths. Harden.

And this dunk seems to have opened a scoring duel between George and Durant.

After that, Durant continued to exert his power. Westbrook was blind for 18 seconds, but he still couldn't get rid of the old and spicy Paul. At the last moment, he had to reluctantly hand over the "pot" to Durant.

Henson thinks that this is really Durant's good temper, and if someone else met this kind of point guard partner, it is estimated that he would have gone out long ago.

When Durant received the basketball from beyond the three-point line, he had only six seconds left on offense, and Green was still on his feet. But KD was not the slightest nervous, he bent down and used a very large arc to change direction in advance, so that Green's center of gravity swayed, and he was stunned to use the dribble to break through and rush the defense!

A big man who is at least 2.10 meters tall can also dribble and get rid of the defense...... Henson couldn't help but gasp as he watched Durant's performance.

This time, Durant also did not choose to end the offense with a shot, but went straight to the three-second zone and played high to complete the layup.

The point difference returned to 5 points again, and Durant undoubtedly played a very beautiful response shot!

"It seems that a break didn't interrupt Durant's good scoring form, will he lead the Thunder to another scoring spurt?"

Mike. Brin just asked questions, but George broke the Thunder's dream with the second goal of the second quarter of the game!

Offensive climax Offensive climax, you play one ball and I play one ball on both sides, which is not an offensive climax.

This time, George no longer runs without the ball. Paul gave the ball to the No. 24 just after half-time, George held the ball at elbow position while others pulled the space away!

This guy is going to single-handedly fight the "Swiss Army Knife"!

At the beginning of the season, Vogel didn't quite understand why Henson wanted Paul to do so. George, the big guy, practiced dribbling. But this offense made Vogel see the reason.

George III threatens to find a rhythm and suddenly accelerate to break through! Although George's dribble center of gravity is still high, he has a good rhythm and does a good job of protecting the ball. Sephorosa tried to make a tackle, but couldn't get anything.

Seeing George approaching the basket, Sephorosa hurriedly retreated. If you continue to cling to him, you will only be eaten hard by George with his height.

Seeing Sephorosa retreating, George suddenly retreated during the march and opened up some space with Sephorosa. This little space is enough for George to complete the attack!

The lanky tall guard from Los Angeles made a step-back jumper, and with his height dominance, Sephorosa's interference looked like it was just a show.

The basketball went straight to the net, widening the gap again, and George scored four points in a row! People seemed to see Reggie in him. Miller's Shadow!

"His attacking skills are gorgeous! Did you see Marvin, I said, he can do more than just catch and shoot! ”

The entire Consecco Arena is boiling because of George, who is the brightest star on the pitch!

Top scorer? Best Sixth Man? At the Consec Arena, these two guys can only be reduced to Paul. George's supporting role!

In the following games, George and Durant, two young talents, used their superb scoring skills to stimulate the hearts of fans. Of course, it also stimulates Scott. Brooks' heart.

This kind of one-shot and one-shot and Pacers consumption is not a situation that Brooks wants to see. What's more, Durant played 12 minutes in the first quarter of the game! In the second quarter, Brooks couldn't have let Durant do that.

Midway through the second quarter, Durant was clearly tired and his shooting percentage fluctuated. But Paul. George's output, however, is still stable.

You know, now George is still facing Sephorosa, who is known for his defense! If Harden plays later, he may be beaten up.

Finally, after seven minutes of the second quarter, Brooks couldn't wait. He put Seflorosa on the top of the number three and then used James. Harden replaced Durant, who was already out of breath.

Everyone thought that Brooks would let Seflorosa continue to defend George. However, when James. When Harden stared in front of George, everyone was stunned.

Brooks is not a flexible coach, prefers to play on a plan rather than control on the spot, and is very rigid.

Sometimes, even if there is an obvious weakness on the court that is being targeted by the opponent, Brooks does not adjust, but continues to play according to the regular rotation and alignment.

For example, now, he is using Harden's No. 2 position to the Pacers' No. 2 position.

Will George, who has found his touch on Sefrosa's head, give up the chance to score on Harden's head?

So in the rest of the second quarter, Harden, the best sixth man, completely became George's background board.

George used his superb offensive skills and fiery touch to torment Harden, who was accustomed to defending with his eyes.

Harden, on the other hand, was defended by George and spent a scoreless quarter.

0 of 5 shots, counting 1 of 7 in the first quarter of the game, Harden has been defended 1 of 12! Harden, who was miraculous in the last round of the series, completely turned off in front of George and Henson's "focused care"!

Fortunately, Westbrook seized the opportunity to score seven points in a row during Paul's break, which didn't let the Thunder lose too much.

But after halftime, the Pacers still walked into the locker room with a 10-point advantage. Paul. George scored 19 points in the first half and 10 points in the second quarter. Harden is totally hammered!

The reporter on the sidelines immediately found Henson and asked the question that Henson expected: "How to evaluate Paul. George's performance in the first half. ”

Henson spread his hands lightly, as if he didn't seem to be in the slightest emotion of joy, "It's just a regular operation, this is Paul of Indianapolis. George. He can score, he can defend, but people always turn a blind eye. ”

Henson was about to turn away, but as if he had suddenly remembered something, he leaned over to the microphone again.

"Now, you should know all but James. Second guard other than Harden, right? Don't be Harden Harden all day long, let's think about how the Thunder are going to deal with George. The Chinese coach couldn't help but add.