The Basketball Court Swordsman

Ben Simmons, the 2016 NBA draft pick. Before his debut, people called him the next LeBron James. The next "Magic" Johnson. Of course, some people think he is more comprehensive than LeBron James and "Magic".

Like Blake Griffin, Simmons was reimbursed this season due to injuries in the 16-17 season. It was not until the 17-18 season that he postponed showing his talent.

In the rookie season, Ben Simmons used an all-around data of 15.8 points, 8.2 assists and 8.1 rebounds to beat the crowd and won the Rookie of the Season award. The rookie season was able to hit a nearly triple-double stat, Ben Simmons' talent can be seen.

However, in Ben Simmons's data sheet, there is a very strange data, that is the three-point shooting percentage.

For two consecutive seasons, Ben Simmons averaged 0.0% of his 3-point field goal per game.

In his rookie season, Ben Simmons made 11 three-pointers, all missed. So far this season, Ben Simmons has only shot 3 three-pointers, all of which are also wide. So far in his career, Simmons has never scored a three-pointer in an official game...

In today's era of small three-pointers, even the center has to shoot three-pointers, but Ben Simmons, who plays outside the line, has no three-point ability at all. This is indeed a bit strange.

So, this is why Henson believes he can beat the 76ers. The 76ers rely on Embiid and Simmons, two weird rookies, and they can't draw on the successful experience of other teams.

After all, neither the Warriors nor the Pacers rely on insiders to play the role, nor do they use outside players who don't have the ability to shoot. Therefore, the 76ers must find a way to success by themselves. Henson does not think that the 76ers coach Brett Brown has such an ability.

The 76ers' current record is 29 wins and 16 losses, but as far as the paper lineup is concerned, the 76ers should do better than this.

The problem is that the 76ers do not yet have a mature system!

Today, Henson's first step to disintegrate the 76ers is to contain Ben Simmons. As long as Simmons is stuck and he is not allowed to score conversion points that he is good at, this guy's scoring efficiency is very low.

After locking up Simmons, Henson still had a move to deal with Embiid. If all goes well, the 76ers' offense will have to rely on Jimmy Butler and Paul George to go head-to-head. But can Jimmy Butler's defense against George kill the game? Henson didn't think so.

The Philadelphia 76ers' desire to win is indeed very strong. They are more bloodthirsty and eager to win than most teams in the league.

But NBA-level games cannot be won with a single breath.

You guys, don't think of the defending champion too simply!

Before the game began, Embiid and Jimmy Butler used an aerial relay dunk performance during the warm-up, which gave the fans of the Banker Life Arena a good start.

Embiid's heavy buckle was indeed shocking, and their exaggerated celebration afterwards was also very handsome. But in Henson's view, these two guys are a bit naive.

They try to show their unwillingness to lose, but in fact, they are just using this method to cover up their lack of hard power.

At the urging of the referee, both sides stepped onto the court starting. Brett Brown was nervously arranging tactics until the last minute. Henson just clapped his hands hard and pushed the players onto the court.

"It seems that Coach Henson is still very relaxed. Before the game, he and Butler and Embiid said that they would win. After all, these three guys are the type of not admitting defeat. But now, we will know. Who is the winner in the end. The referee is ready and the players on both sides are ready to jump the ball!"

Reggie Miller knows how difficult this game is for the Pacers, and Henson is still so calm, there are only two possibilities.

Or, he pretends to be calm, the purpose is to put pressure on the opponent, by the way to decompress his players.

As for the second possibility...that is, Henson has grasped his key to victory! From the beginning of the game, maybe it will fall into his rhythm.

Reggie Miller doesn't know which of the two situations Henson is currently in, but he believes in the ability of this basketball godfather.

"Be careful, old man, I'm going to work hard today!"

Before jumping the ball, Embiid, who stood in the center circle, sprayed trash at Lopez with a playful smile.

Lopez didn't pay attention to the young all-around center in front of him, because he knew very well that Embiid would die much worse later.

The referee blew his whistle and Embiid left the ground immediately. His projectile speed and jumping height are not at the same level as Lopez.

Lopez is not a center known for his athleticism, let alone he is now 30 years old. So on the jump ball, he has no chance of winning.

Embiid put the basketball in the hands of Ben Simmons, this 2.08-meter guy is the 76ers point guard.

On the Pacers side, Henson sent Oladipo, George, Bogdanovic, Antetokounmpo and Lopez in the starting lineup. Today, Brogdon, Rose and Rondo did not get a starting opportunity. Henson did not use a traditional point guard, but, as at the beginning of the season, he used Antetokounmpo to play the first position.

There is no doubt that this is for him to match Simmons.

Simmons usually plays point guard, either against players who are smaller than him, or against players who are slower than himself.

But today against Antetokounmpo, Simmons found that his speed and height are not superior.

Antetokounmpo led the defense, but did not blindly press. He confidently took Simmons two steps to prevent you from breaking through.

Simmons was not in a hurry, but waited for his teammates to move. In the end, J.J. Redick took advantage of the off-ball screen to get a gap, and then received a timely pass from Ben Simmons and shot it directly.

Redick is an indispensable resource for the 76ers because he is one of the few players on the 76ers who can open up space.

As a well-tested shooter, Redick played smoothly in the 76ers. After all, there are too many people around him who can attract firepower for him.

This season, Redick scored a career-high 18.1 points per game at the age of 34 years old. This shows how happy he is with the 76ers.

This time was no exception, Redick took the knife and dropped, cutting three points. Simmons passed the ball in time and didn't look like a rookie at all.

There are rumors that Simmons didn't practice shooting much before, and he became the top pick based solely on golf quotient and excellent physical condition.

His passing and Redick's front sight allowed the 76ers to take the lead.

"As always, the 76ers showed a strong aggressiveness. A three-pointer was hit at the start, Oladipo's shot against Redick was beyond the reach."

At this time in Philadelphia, countless fans cheered in front of the TV screen. It seems that this three-pointer is their signal to break the Pacers' rule.

Subsequently, on the defensive end, Joel Embiid also showed his magic. Paul George's one-on-one breakthrough allowed him to get inside, but Embiid drove to the basket with his fast pace and rewarded George with a big risk!

Embiid has averaged 1.9 blocks per game this season, and it is not uncommon for him to send a big risk on the defensive end.

But just now, Embiid was not just a stinky fish and shrimp, but the Pacers' top scorer!

This risk greatly aroused the fighting spirit of the 76ers players. Jimmy Butler's heart is also ecstatic. Before, whether in the Bulls or in the Timberwolves, he did not have a teammate who could pretend to be Paul George.

But now, he is in a strong team!

Simmons grabbed the rebound and then planned to fight back quickly! The sudden offensive and defensive transition is Ben Simmons's favorite way of scoring. This is why, his scoring efficiency is always high.

However, this time, when he grabbed the rebound and prepared to advance with the ball, he bumped into that strong "Greek monster"!

Antetokounmpo clung to Simmons from the moment the offensive and defensive transition was formed, did not let him rush to speed, did not let him fight back.

Therefore, although George was taken offense this time, Henson still secretly applauded the players. At least today's defensive strategy against the 76ers, the Pacers are implemented.

As long as the big strategy succeeds, there is no harm in failing once or twice.

Although Simmons failed to use his transfer offense to score, he still assisted Jimmy Butler who cut into the basket to complete a layup.

In the opening game, the 76ers beat the Pacers 5-0. After the goal, Jimmy Butler showed off his muscles and thanked Simmons for his passing.

The lens was given to Henson, but people did not see his embarrassed expression as they wished.

Because Henson knew very well in his heart that Jimmy Butler and his friends would not be jumping for long.

"Continue with the original strategy!" Henson roared, he was about to take control of the game.