Derek. Rose played a brilliant second half, and after a poor performance of 1-of-6 shooting in the first half, Rose seemed to be a different person in the second half. Or rather, it was as if Rose had finally changed back to himself.

He was 5-of-9 from the field, 1-of-3 from three-point range, and also dished out four assists and had only one turnover. He scored 12 points in the half and shot 55.6 percent from the field. Derek. Rose, he didn't live up to expectations. At the Bankers' Life Arena, Rose, who dares to break through and confront, gives people hope.

But contrary to expectations, the Chicago Bulls didn't turn the tide because of Rose's form. On the contrary, Henson completely disrupted Thibodeau's tactical arrangement with a surprise substitution, and pulled the score away in the third and fourth quarters.

So at this point, when the game was about to end with two minutes left, Tom Brown. Thibodeau's this soy powder...... No, it's the main force madman, and it's rare to replace all the main forces. Because at this point, the Chicago Bulls trailed the Pacers by a full 20 points!

Rose's performance in the second half certainly delighted Chicago fans, but unfortunately, he didn't put the Bulls in the lead. Coach Henson's halftime tweaks allowed the Pacers to finally play the quick counter-attack they were proud of. It is precisely because of this that the defending champions quickly widened the difference. ”

Reggie. Miller was still reminiscing about the second half that had just passed, and couldn't help but praise Henson's on-the-spot scheduling ability again.

Ever since Henson unexpectedly brought on Antetokounmpo, the Bulls' defense has been in shambles.

Originally, Thibodeau had arranged a matchup for each player, but the presence of Antetokounmpo upset that balance. His impact, his height-befitting speed and his athleticism befitting his size have given the Pacers a much faster pace.

By the time Thibodeau discovered that Henson was actually using the tactics of one big and four small, it was already too late.

"Antetokounmpo's debut was undoubtedly very successful, with 10 points, three rebounds, one steal and one block, and you know, this guy didn't play until the middle of the third quarter. It seems like Coach Henson can never go wrong with the draft. ”

Reggie. Miller deciphered Antetokounmpo's data, and the photographer on the scene also turned his lens on the Greek kid with great interest. Antetokounmpo, it seems, wasn't excited, he just stared blankly at the court, his eyes full of longing, as if he hadn't been satisfied.

That's right, Antetokounmpo isn't satisfied! Fierce confrontations, shouts from fans, fast-paced transitions between attack and defence, and roars of teammates and opponents on the pitch...... These things are not seen on the basketball courts in Spain and Greece. And just now, Antetokounmpo has been deeply fascinated by the atmosphere of the NBA.

Before going on the court, Antetokounmpo was only nervous. But after coming on and scoring 10 points, Antetokounmpo was left with only yearning and anticipation.

It's like meeting a girl you like when you're on campus. And for a boy who is just starting to fall in love, this girl often makes him smit.

There is no doubt that the NBA game, now for Antetokounmpo, is such a "girl".

Finally, with 1:34 left in the game, a mistake by the Bulls sent the game to a dead ball. Henson waved his hand, and Antetokounmpo was back in action. Sending a rookie out in garbage time shouldn't be disrespectful to Thibodeau, right?

"Antetokounmpo is going to play again, and Coach Henson has decided to give the lad a little more chance to experience the game! We heard a round of applause from the entire Bankers' Life Arena! It seems that the fans here have fallen in love with the rookie. Antetokounmpo captured the hearts of Indianapolis fans in less than half a game! "Reggie. Miller said, applauding Antetokounmpo,

He didn't know that in fact, his heart had been captured by that "Greek monster".

"This kid is very popular." Next to Henson, Pacers chief assistant coach Frank Brown. Vogel smiled slightly.

"Of course, he's going to be a Pacers athlete like George." After watching this game, Henson has more confidence in Antetokounmpo's growth.

If four years ago, Henson said that a 15th pick would be the team's signature, Vogel would have been shocked and called the team doctor to check on the head coach to see if he had a fever.

But now, Vogel doesn't question Henson in the slightest. After all, he has used practical examples one by one to prove his vision in the draft.

As he spoke, the last minute and a half of the game had already passed. While Antetokounmpo didn't pick up any stats in the final minute and a half, his debut today was perfect enough.

97-80, the Pacers won the Chicago Bulls by 17 points at home. And the Bulls' 1-3 start will definitely give Thibodeau a headache for a while.

After the game, George, who had 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, was selected as the best player of the game. But Antetokounmpo, who was born out of nowhere, has become the subject of media interviews.

As for the original protagonist of the game, Derek. Ross...... He didn't give any interviews to reporters, but walked into the players' tunnel alone.

Windy City roses never die? Now, Ross has to doubt the veracity of this statement.

"Again, huh?" When shaking hands with Henson, Thibodeau's face was a little less hostile and a little more helpless.

This expression Henson also saw last season in Hawks coach Larry. Drew has seen it on his face. Of course, this gentleman is no longer the head coach of the Eagles. With Drew Sr. coaching games that haven't lived up to expectations, the Hawks replaced him with Budenholzer, Popovich's right-hand man from last season.

And Henson, I have to say, was a catalyst that hastened Drew's death.

Last season, when Drew Sr. found that the gap between himself and his opponent was widening, he had this downcast on his face. And now, this expression has been "reproduced" on Thibodeau's face as it is.

Yes, the two new coaches in the East who were once the most glamorous, the two "Heat Challengers" who were once-for-tat, and every duel was shocking. But now, the Pacers and Bulls are no longer at the same level. The position of Henson and Thibodeau in the alliance has gradually widened the gap......

The 17-point difference is deeply imprinted in Thibodeau's heart, and this difference means that the current Bulls and themselves are completely vulnerable in front of Henson!

Opponents who used to be for tat are now getting farther and farther apart from their own rank...... When a coach realizes this, he certainly can't be happy on his face.

And Henson suddenly discovered that Thibodeau, who had a war of words with himself, eliminated himself from the playoffs, and played extremely anxious in every matchup, may be the same as Larry last season. Drew, like that, is no longer an opponent......

"Protect your players, Tom." Henson patted Thibodeau on the shoulder, not sneering at him.

It's not that Henson's heart has suddenly become kind, but because there is no need for an opponent like Thibodeau to mock him.

Pitchside, Spike. Lee was shocked. Because Henson has a miniature microphone on him, he says what Spike. Li could hear it clearly. He really didn't expect that Henson was actually reminding his opponent!

The black director smiled, the more he got along with that guy, the more he felt like he didn't seem to be so annoying......

In his post-match press conference, Henson praised Antetokounmpo's performance, as well as Thibodeau's tactical set-up and Derrick's playbook. Rose's bravery in the second half.

Of course, Henson made a few understatement words to make Rose careful not to overexert himself. As for how much Ross could listen, Henson couldn't control it.

With a five-game winning streak, the Pacers are on track for Henson. A 33-game winning streak that surpassed the all-time first? Beyond 72 wins?

Don't worry, the glory that should come, no one can run away!