The Basketball Court Swordsman

The experience of this game made D'Angelo Russell determined not to play a series with the Pacers.

Because playing a game with the Pacers is enough torture people, let alone playing with them at least four games.

At this time, Russell is holding the ball from the outside. Although he is the offensive side, he feels that he is the more pressured. Because of the Pacers' defense today, he has tried very well. Henson has a team that can make the offense feel passive.

This is also true this time. As a point guard, Russell's role should be to discover and seize opportunities.

However, Russell got stuck in the first step. He couldn't find opportunities, he couldn't help his teammates score, and he couldn't score himself. The Pacers' defense is so suffocating, leaving no gaps at all.

Helpless, Russell had to call for cover. This season's D'Angelo Russell is already a superstar, and he has maintained great confidence in some offenses that need to be handled by himself.

Covering Russell is Jarrett Allen, this guy with a retro Afro is very athletic, and he is good at cutting in after the pick and roll.

Russell wants to create a dislocation, whether it's his own small or Allen has an advantage.

However, Oladipo's tough defense did not let the dislocation form at all. He squeezed hard through the screen and continued to stay in front of Russell.

Lopez also remained at the basket and was not pulled out by Allen.

As a result, this pick and roll tactic is a complete failure. Russell wants to pass the ball anymore, and has no chance. His only option is to defend against Oladipo.

So Russell shot again. Oladipo's defense is very tough, he is biting Russell like a mad dog today.

In the face of a record of 74 wins, anyone who is usually gentle and elegant will become a mad dog. What's more, Oladipo usually plays very aggressively.

Moreover, when the Pacers won 70+ games in the first two games, Oladipo has not yet joined the team. So for him, this is his first record!

Therefore, Oladipo is so excited, it is not difficult to understand.

Seeing D'Angelo Russell missed a shot, Atkinson covered his head with both hands in annoyance. Russell is the best star in his team. If even he can't break the deadlock, who can?

In the blink of an eye, the Pacers' offensive and defensive transition was completed. Paul George held the ball and pushed quickly, attracted the defense and then divided the ball to an ambush Brook Lopez in the corner.

The latter dropped the knife and hit a three-pointer. The Nets players desperately look at me and I look at you. Before they knew what was going on, the Pacers hit a three-pointer with a counterattack.

And such goals have appeared countless times today. The Brooklyn Nets have been in this awkward state for the entire game.

"It's in again. Brook Lopez's three-pointer allowed the Pacers to widen the difference to 15 points again. At this time, there are 4 minutes left before the end of the game. Lopez's relentless cold arrow, It almost ruined the suspense of the game."

Reggie Miller shook his head. The game was far less exciting than he expected. It's not because the Nets are not playing hard enough, nor is it because the Pacers are not playing hard enough.

The reason why this game is not exciting is because the difference in strength between the two sides is too big.

The Nets' progress this season is indeed obvious to all, but their highest ranking in the East is not worth mentioning for the Pacers.

The regular season record difference between the two sides by more than 30 wins, this is enough to explain all the problems.

At this time, the Nets' morale fell to the bottom. If the Pistons and Magic win the game today, the Nets will fall to eighth in the East. If he really met such a terrifying team in the playoffs, Atkinson suspected he would be beaten autistic.

Under the court, Henson's body was always shaking uncontrollably. As the head coach up to now, he has experienced numerous victories large and small. But today, facing the upcoming victory, Henson felt extremely excited.

74 wins, what an exaggerated number is this? This means that in 82 games in a season, the Pacers only lose 8 games, and the winning rate is as high as 90%!

Even the five-star warrior and the omnipotent Michael Jordan have never achieved such a feat. Such a long game is not just enough to be strong, because no matter how strong the team is, it is impossible to be in good shape in every game.

However, Henson's team did just that.

Also excited are countless Pacers fans, when Dirk and Wade are about to leave, when these two guys have waved goodbye to the fans without any desire. Henson Joe, a coach who is about to retire, can bring a legend to the league.

Henson stood up, then shouted at the players, "Don't take it lightly, pay attention to steady the rhythm!"

In fact, the players are in such a good state that they will not be taken lightly even without reminding them.

The reason why he did this was just hoping to relieve his tension.

On the court, the Nets' resistance became weaker and the Brooklyn's self-confidence has received a serious blow.

But at this moment, Atkinson received good news from the assistant coach.

"What are you talking about!?" Atkinson looked at his assistant coach with a look of disbelief.

"The Pistons lost, they lost to the Knicks! They were eighth in the Eastern Conference, and they determined the eighth in the Eastern Conference! The Magic also lost, and they lost to the Hornets. So, whether we win or lose, we will be determined to be the Eastern Conference. Sixth!"

In front of Atkinson's incredible expression, the assistant coach repeated what he had just said.

Suddenly, Atkinson felt reborn from the ashes. He was saved, sixth in the Eastern Conference, meaning that the Nets did not have to face the Pacers in the first round of the series. The terrible nightmare is finally over.

After being relieved, Atkinson called a timeout, then told all the players the news and explained.

"Let the greatness happen, there is no need to ask for trouble."

The implication of this sentence is that the Nets are going to give up resistance. They will watch the Pacers set foot on the throne of 74 wins in the Bankers Life Arena!

After coming back from the timeout, Henson had already replaced the Nets on the bench. He frowned and looked at McMillan. McMillan, who had been following the Magic and Pistons, nodded, and Henson knew everything.

The Pistons and Magic must have lost both, so the Nets can stabilize their rankings even without winning the game. They have no desires, not to mention that they are already 15 points ahead.

Therefore, the game can be said to have ended early.

The Chinese coach has a smile on his face. After the whole season, he has never been as relaxed as he is now. The pressure to produce good results in the final season has been silently buried by Henson.

And now, all the pressure has disappeared. Henson can enjoy this moment, and enjoy the victory.

After a few minutes, the court became a sea of ​​joy. On the big screen of the Banker's Life Arena, the big number "74" is displayed. The players all put on 74-win commemorative T-shirts, and Reggie Miller cheered early on the commentary stage.

"Coach Henson, congratulations, congratulations." Off the court, Nets coach Atkinson greeted with a smile. Not having to face the Pacers in the first round made him feel good. Therefore, he doesn't mind complimenting his opponent.

"Thank you, coach, you played well." Henson responded lightly. He and Atkinson had no grudges, so there was no cynicism or enthusiasm.

After that, a large number of reporters came. Henson had to tidy up his collar to face the camera with a perfect image. ·After all, this is his big day!

To mention the legendary season of Henson Joe in the future, today is definitely a day that cannot be ignored.

But Henson had just smiled, and his desire to maintain his image was shattered. Antetokounmpo quietly walked behind Henson with two people, then took the water bottle and poured it on Henson's head.

The reporters stepped back one by one, for fear of affecting themselves. As for Henson, he succeeded in becoming a poor man. When mentioning Henson's career in the future, this ugly photo will definitely be taken out by people for observation.

Henson looked at himself wet, but was not angry. On this night, he allows any form of celebration.

Henson laughed wanton, he finally drew a perfect comma for his career.

Well, it's just a comma. Because of the full stop, you have to wait until you win the championship before it is truly painted.

But Henson believed that he was not far from the arrival of the ultimate victory.

After 74 wins, Henson will create another legend!