Kristen. Ledlow sat in the taxi, anxious. Traffic jams are rare in Indianapolis, but today there is a long queue on the road to Bankers' Life Arena.

There is no doubt that since yesterday Henson. After Joe announced that next season would be his last, basketball reporters from all over the world came in.

One of the greatest basketball coaches in history is retiring for the second time, isn't that attractive enough?

Yesterday, after Henson posted the news, he confirmed it in the media reception room of the Bankers' Living Arena.

"That's right, next season will be my last. From now on, I want to focus my life on my family. I would like to thank all the fans in Indianapolis and hope that everyone will continue to support my team in this final season. ”

In the face of reporters, Henson's words were understated, but the reporters exploded.

Henson. The news of Joe's confirmation of retirement immediately spread around the world, and today, the Bankers' Living Arena was instantly surrounded by reporters.

"Miss, I remember you did an interview with Henson, right?" Just as Ledlow recalled the "unexpected incident", the taxi driver suddenly spoke.

"Well, but that's already ...... It was many years ago. Ledlow smiled and shook his head, speaking of which, he and Henson were old acquaintances.

Kristen. Ledlow will never forget the day she went to the game for the first time as a trainee reporter. Carl, but he was afraid of being harassed by the grumpy old man. So, she was the first to find the coach who was also a rookie like herself.

Had it not been for Henson's encouragement, Ledlow thought he might have messed up the first interview. It can be said that Kristen. Ledlow's success is inseparable from Henson.

Over the years, the good-looking Christine has stopped working as a sideline reporter, but in the NBATV and the legendary star Grant . Hill co-hosted a show called "Slam Dunk." Gradually, Ledlow became a goddess in the hearts of major basketball lovers, and was also named one of the top ten hottest female reporters in the United States.

After so many years, she may not have been in contact with Henson for a long time because she is not a reporter on the sidelines. Unexpectedly, seeing each other again was already a farewell......

"What kind of person do you think Coach Henson is? You have a lot of contact with him in private, and you should know him better. The driver continued to ask.

"Henson. What kind of person is Joe......"

Ledlow thought about it, and at times, he was a sweary bastard, and his blatant scolding reporters at press conferences for having a sick head is still one of the black spots of Henson's career. It's like, someone always jumps out and says that Kobe Bryant is the culprit.

He is mean, shameless, and unscrupulous. It seems that he is a true villain.

But at times, Henson is very gentle with reporters. For example, he regularly visits Sag's grave, and for example, he agrees to his requests for an interview.

Sometimes, Henson will yell at his opponents.

But it can also be seen that Henson has absolute respect for his opponent.

Sometimes, he was as fierce as a beast.

At times, he was as gentle as a true gentleman.

So, Henson. What kind of person is Joe? Ledlow suddenly found himself unable to give an answer.

"He's not a perfect person."

In the end, this is all that Ledlow can answer the driver. Sometimes, though, those imperfections are none other than Henson. Joe's charm.

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On the training ground, Antetokounmpo is learning from Nash how to read the game, how to pass the ball, how to control the ball...... The Greek, who was 2.11 meters tall and was once stupid enough to run to the training ground, studied quite seriously. There was no dissatisfaction with Henson's letting him play the No. 1 position.

Because Antetokounmpo knew very well that listening to Henson's words must be right.

Apart from Antetokounmpo, everyone else on the training ground also worked very hard. Even Stephenson, who appeared in training camp with a big belly, began to work hard to regain his figure in the strength room.

Watching the players train seriously one by one, Henson was very pleased. He knew it was the boys' way of giving back to themselves.

Yesterday, when they heard that Henson was retiring, the Pacers players collectively asked Henson to stay in the locker room.

Antetokounmpo and George, who were Pacers veterans who were single-handedly groomed by Henson, almost couldn't hold back their tears.

To be honest, looking at the appearance of the players, even Henson almost didn't hold on. These players, after all, are players who have gone through ups and downs with him, and this locker room, after all, is a place that has gone through underestimation and peak with him.

Now when it comes to leaving, Henson is more reluctant than everyone else.

But a person's life must move forward, and a person cannot stay in one place for the rest of his life.

So, Henson told everyone, "If you really don't want to, then don't let the last year of my career have regrets." I know we've had very strong opponents this season, and it's been said that the Pacers' dominance is about to be shattered. Tell him by your actions that our reign has only just begun! ”

So, the players wiped away their tears and turned them into sweat.

So today, everyone on the training ground played very seriously. As for the two new members, Ross and Rondo, although they have no personal feelings for Henson. But everyone is so serious, they will naturally be motivated.

The Pacers' attitude in training camp made Henson extremely satisfied, and the group didn't slack off because they just won two straight championships, didn't get overwhelmed by the departure of big brother Paul, and didn't get depressed because of Henson's imminent retirement.

They are united and prepared for the most formidable opponents. They are bound to draw a perfect end to Henson's career.

As the players were sweating, Bird walked up to Henson.

"The reporters outside are already surrounded by water, you can deal with it."

Henson nodded, then turned and left the training ground. Being reported by so many people, is your career a success?

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When Christine. When Ledlow saw the Chinese coach again, he was a little less frivolous and more steady.

Also, next month, Henson will be 39 years old. How can a person who is almost 40 years old still be like a child?

Henson seemed to see Ledlow in the crowd, and nodded at her. Ledlow also responded with a smile, Henson has indeed changed a lot over the years, but one thing hasn't changed.

He is still an attractive man.

Thinking of this, Ledlow blushed slightly.

"Coach Henson, will you come back this time like you did the first time you retired?"

"Coach Henson, do you think your team can beat the five-star Warriors?"

"Why did you retire? Because the opponent is too strong, so you want to retreat bravely? ”

The reporters asked questions in a haphazard manner, leaving Henson uninterested. These journalists are always the same, buzzing like a bunch of flies.

"Coach Henson, what are your plans after you retire?"

Finally, in the crowd, Henson heard a question that was worth answering. Sure enough, the person who raised her hand to ask the question was none other than Christine. Ledlow.

"I want to fight for the happiness of my wife and my daughter, and that's what I'm going to do in the future. Of course, I will not forget the friends who have helped me in my career. ”

They hadn't seen each other for many years, and Henson and Ledlow's Q&A was still tacit.

Now, Ledlow suddenly had an answer in his mind.

For the sake of the team, Henson is willing to do his best, even if he almost loses his life. Henson is willing to sacrifice his precious time for the sake of his friend, even if his friend is just an obscure intern journalist. Even if his friends have returned to heaven. Even his friends are even his opponents.

But for the sake of his family, he is willing to give up everything he has. High status, the highest annual salary among the league's coaches and a lot of glory...... He can do without these.

So, what kind of person is Henson? If there was still a chance, Ledlow would have replied.

"He was a man who was willing to take responsibility for what he loved and who he loved, and he was a man who deserved to be admired. Bastard? Knave? That's just one of the ways he behaves responsibly. ”

Ledlow silently prayed in his heart, hoping that such a guy could have a perfect curtain call.