The game played like this, Carlisle couldn't sit still, and was ready to call a timeout to arrange it well.

But at this moment, Reggie Miller suddenly looked over and shook his head at Carlisle.

Carlisle was stunned, hesitated slightly, and sat back on the bench.

If O'Neal Jr. is the leader of this Pacers team, then Reggie Miller is the spiritual leader of this Pacers team.

Fans like to say one person, one city.

For example, Iverson represents the 76ers, Kobe Bryant represents the Lakers, and Wade represents the Heat......

Then Reggie Miller represents the Pacers.

Fast forward to 17 seasons with the Pacers, playing more than 1,200 regular-season games and more than 100 playoff games, and 80 percent of the team's records belong to him.

In Indianapolis, you can say you don't know who Carlisle is, you can say you don't know who O'Neal Jr. is, or even you don't know the Pacers...... But you definitely can't go without knowing Reggie Miller.

Reggie Miller is the city's basketball icon.

"Give me the ball!"

As he ran to the frontcourt, Reggie Miller said suddenly.

"Good!"

The other four all nodded in agreement, and even O'Neal, the leader of the team, nodded as a matter of course.

When it came to the frontcourt, it was still handed over to O'Neill Jr. first.

O'Neal Jr. drew the bag and passed it quickly to Reggie Miller, who ran out of space.

Miller Sr. took the ball and threw it.

Swish!

Three-point shot.

16：9。

Offense and defense transition, Cavaliers offense.

James singled Artest, turned back after the back hit, and at the moment of the breakthrough, James suddenly felt empty and the ball was gone.

Looking back, Miller Sr. was already dribbling towards the Cavaliers' halfcourt.

With James' character, it's certainly impossible to watch Miller score.

Stepping away, James returned at full speed to snatch the ball back.

Time makes people grow old, and no matter how strong a warrior is, he can't fight against time.

Watching Reggie Miller being caught up by James little by little, fans sighed. At this time, everyone remembered that Miller was 38 years old.

For the situation behind him, the elder Miller was naturally aware of it, and the moment James caught up with him, the elder Miller suddenly threw the ball behind him.

"Miller is old, if he is 10 years younger, no! It's just 3 years younger, and he will play this ball by himself. ”

James was quick and immediately jumped up to intercept.

But as soon as he jumped up, James regretted it, Miller didn't pass it at all, it was just a feint.

Taking advantage of the moment when James jumped up and was powerless to block, the elder Miller was directly a textbook-like jumper.

Swish!

Again, this time it's a two-point shot.

16：11。

"Boy, if you want to guard against me, you're still 100 years early. Go back to your Cleveland, the country is where you should be. ”

After the goal, Miller Sr. began to taunt James mercilessly.

Those who are familiar with Miller Sr. know that his trash talk and big mouth are also a must in the league.

There's a saying that goes like this: Miller will defend? Of course! He uses his trash talk every night to limit opponents. It's the only way he can defend.

Reggie Miller is a colander defensively, but his trash talk is a real headache.

Jordan also couldn't stand it anymore, so he went up and gave Miller a few slaps.

But James is very sensible, and he didn't talk trash with Miller, so it doesn't make sense.

The Cavaliers attacked, and Ilgoskas scored on the inside.

18：11。

The Pacers attacked, and the ball went straight to Reggie Miller.

Reggie Miller faced Davis, and it was a quick break.

(Don't assume that just because Reggie Miller is one of the best shooters in NBA history, Miller can only shoot three-pointers, his breakaways are just as scary.) ）

Davis didn't dare to slack off and kept his guard tight.

But at this moment, Old Miller suddenly made an abrupt stop, raised his hands high, and made a shooting pose.

Davis jumped up and wanted to block the shot.

However, this is a shooting feint.

At the moment when Davis jumped, Miller took a step to the right, avoiding Davis's body, leaning forward and jumping.

In the air, Miller leaned forward at 75 degrees and threw the ball in a difficult position.

And Davis, who ate the feint, could only helplessly watch the ball draw a beautiful parabola and shoot into the basket.

Swish!

Three points of high difficulty, also entered.

18：14。

"Roar!"

After scoring three goals in a row, Miller was so excited that he rushed to the sideline and clenched his fists at the fans.

Instead of being angry, the Indianapolis fans were even more excited, cheering so much that they almost toppled the ceiling of the arena.

"Miller moment! I've seen the great Miller moment again! ”

"Who said he was 38 years old, in my opinion, he is still in his prime at 28 years old. In this alliance, no one can stop him. He's always been the best shooter in the NBA, and there isn't one! ”

The two on-site commentators shouted excitedly.

For Ye Feng, there is only one feeling at this moment: there is an old man in the family, if there is a treasure.

That's why every NBA team needs to keep some veterans who are almost out of play, and they have to come when it matters most.

Under Miller's brave play, the Pacers chased 6 points in a row and narrowed the gap to 4 points.

After that, O'Neill Jr. and Artest stepped forward and took the baton from Miller.

At the end of the first quarter, the score was 22:26, and the Pacers had a four-point lead.

Throughout the last six minutes, the Pacers beat the Cavaliers 6:20 to show their strength as the first in the East.

In 6 minutes, only allowing the opponent to score 6 points, this defensive ability is also outrageous.

However, in 2003, the era of defensive wins, it was also the norm. After all, it is very good that the team can't score 70 points in a game, and there are many games with more than 70 or 80 points.

Most teams are still looking for defense.

For example, the Lakers, don't think that with the four superstars, playing a triangle strategy, the Lakers are an offensive team.

In fact, the core of this team is the terrifying interior defensive combination composed of O'Neal and Malone, and Kobe Bryant and Payton form the strongest backcourt defensive combination in the league.

For example, pistons.

The five positions are all defensive giants, and the combination is a defensive system.

Look at the walker in front of you.

Artest is the best defensive player, that's not to say. O'Neal Jr.'s defense is more commendable than offense, and his ability to protect the basket and block is second to none, not necessarily worse than Duncan and Garnett.

When the Pacers play with real strength, there is no suspense about winning or losing this game.

Half time 57:47.

At 101:88, the Pacers won by a large score, improving their record to 5-1 and continuing to lead the East.

And the Cavaliers ushered in a five-game losing streak in the opening game.

On the walker side.

O'Neal Jr. has 22 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals and 6 blocks, and is undoubtedly the MVP of the game.

Artest had 21 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals and 1 block. Miller Sr. had 20 points, five rebounds and four assists, and Harrington had 12 points, five rebounds and four assists.

On the knightly side.

James had 23 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. Scored the highest score of the game, but he couldn't win.

Ilgoskas had 20 points and nine rebounds, Boozer had 13 points and 12 rebounds, and Davis had nine points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists.

Ye Feng shot 2 of 8 from the field, 2 of 7 from three-point range, and got 6 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists, with a thin sense of presence.

As soon as the game was over, Charlie Rosen was online.

"Well, I predicted it accurately, the data brush is going to end."