The Basketball Court Swordsman

In the first game of the much-anticipated Finals, the luxurious five-star warriors exposed a problem-they seem to be far less perfect than people think.

DeMarcus Cousins, the former No. 1 center in the league, combines offense and defense, can run, jump, and shoot. People say that this guy is No. 1 in the league below his neck.

But what about the first game of the finals? Scored 3 points in 8 minutes, almost negligible.

Draymond Green, some exaggerated media claim that he is the soul of the Warriors. Back then, the Cavaliers reversed to win the championship when they were 1 to 3 behind. The biggest reason was that Green was suspended. He is the defensive core of the Warriors, an organizational pioneer, and a good scorer.

However, in the first game of the Finals, Green's shooting percentage was only 22.2%, and Siakam scored 32 points in one go, still shooting 82.4%. Scored 10 assists, but also had 6 turnovers. Whether it is defense, organization or offense, Draymond can hardly be called excellent.

Two of the luxurious five-star stars were scrapped instantly, and the Warriors were no longer scary. What's more, the Warriors' cautious three-star performance in Game 1 of the Finals was also very average.

All three shot below 50%, and Curry only made 4 three-pointers. In contrast, Bogdanovic also hit 4 three-pointers yesterday.

Are the five-star Warriors with a healthy lineup absolutely invincible? Henson used the team's performance to say no to the world.

Of course, there are also many conspiracy theories.

"A series with an average ticket price of $4,000, can the league make it end early?"

"Did Cousins ​​really only played for 8 minutes because of physical discomfort? No, there may be a deeper reason."

"Every year in the league, the profitable teams can be counted with one hand, and the rest depends on the league's relief. Faced with such a good money-making opportunity, the league does not allow the Pacers and Warriors to play 7 games."

All kinds of conspiracy theories began to gush out. To put it bluntly, these people didn't believe that the nearly perfect five-star warrior would lose, and also lost so many points.

During the training on the second day, some reporters also interviewed Henson on this topic.

Henson's response was simple and rude, "Those who think about conspiracy theories every day have problems in their minds."

Anyway, he is about to retire in a few games. What kind of league punishment does Henson need to fear? Besides, this is his last finals, one game less. He did not have the courage and courage to ban him from the match. He let go of the cash cow for a few reporters. If Xiao Hua really did that, he would be stupid.

Henson is fearless now, he is not afraid of his opponents, nor is he afraid of the constraints of the league rules.

"If this is the answer you want, you have already got it. Okay, that's the end of today's media opening hours. Damn, don't you have to spend Children's Day with your children?"

Henson gave an order and drove away all reporters. In the last few games of his career, he didn't want to suffer any aggrievedness.

After dismissing the reporter, Henson returned to his office. He will continue to study the Warriors' tactics and deal with all the variables that may arise. In the afternoon, Henson will continue to train his ultimate lineup.

The effect of the badge is only one, and the series needs to win 4 games, Henson can not win every game on the bench. He knew that the last game could only be regarded as stealing a victory. If you want to really defeat the Warriors in a seven-game four-win series, you have to rely on this ultimate lineup!

Just as Henson was about to watch the video of the game, his office door was knocked.

"Please come in." Henson responded without raising his head. He thought it was Becky Harmon who had something to report to him about training.

As a result, the people who pushed in made Henson somewhat unexpected.

It's Derek Rose.

"Derek? What's wrong? Did you have any problems with training?" Henson asked in surprise, and asked Rose to sit down.

As the basketball godfather of Indianapolis, Henson knew it well. If a player takes the initiative to talk to you, you have to pay attention. Because of this conversation, it will likely affect the player's performance in recent games.

"No, boss, everything is normal for training. I don't know what time you have, I want to talk to you." Rose smiled friendly.

Turning the time back to six or seven years ago, when Henson, who had just been eliminated by the Bulls, never imagined that one day he would talk to Derrick Rose in his office.

"Time? I'm a person about to retire, Derek, I have time. Hahahaha, let's talk about it, what do you want to talk about."

"Well... it's like this, boss. I know the tactical arrangement of the team. Now I have Oladipo, Brogdon and Rondo who performed well yesterday. And after that, you will The ultimate lineup is the main thing. But as we all know, there is no need for a guard in the ultimate lineup. So..."

"Speak up, Derek. There is nothing to hide between you and me." Seeing Rose hesitated, Henson tried to relieve his tension.

"I have a request, Boss. I hope to play in the finals, even if it's only five minutes, no, one minute! You know, I have never played in the finals. This is my dream all the time. Understand, I am not on your roster, as I said before, the ultimate lineup does not require a guard. Even if it is needed, I have to rank behind Oladipo, Brogdon and Rondo. But if there is garbage time Or some less important junctures, I hope to be able to play. Finally came to the finals, I don't want to spend it so unclear."

Rose looked at Henson sincerely, and Henson's expression became serious. He has never played in the finals and is currently the only player in the Pacers who has never embraced the O'Brien Cup. Therefore, Rose's mood is not difficult to understand.

The youngest MVP in NBA history, a player who has scored 50 points single-handedly in the regular season this season, is actually asking for a minute of playing time. This kind of magical thing is so "reasonable" sometimes in this bizarre place of the NBA.

"I'm afraid I can't meet your request, Derek." Henson rebuffed righteously.

Ross lowered his head, feeling a little sore in his nose, but he understood Henson very well.

This is Henson's last season, and he can't risk any losing the championship. What can you do if you go on the court? Did you make a three-pointer with Stephen Curry?

"I understand, Boss." Rose said, getting up and preparing.

"No, you don't understand. If I need you to play, I need you to play a role, not some **** trash time or insignificant moments! Indeed, your playing time in the playoffs has plummeted, but that's just mine Tactical needs, not your lack of strength! Remember, Derek, you are not a casual junk player. So, take your words back, Drake. I will let you play, I had this plan. But I will not allow my defenders to play at insignificant moments."

Henson finally smiled when he finished speaking. Henson has less than half a month left in his career. The next game will be his penultimate game, he doesn't know. Maybe it's the third from the bottom, maybe it's the sixth from the bottom. But no matter what the calculation is, Henson has run out of time to coach the game.

Sometimes Henson wonders, is there any regret in his career? Five coaches of the year, five championships, more than 70 wins in three seasons of his career, and two dynasties within one championship...

For any coach, there is no regret for such an achievement, and Henson thinks so too.

But what about grades? What regrets does Henson have? a lot of.

He couldn't see Kuzma finally become a superstar like George and the others, couldn't stand alongside Paul, couldn't save Daniel Granger who had fallen due to injury, couldn't achieve an unprecedented four consecutive championships...

Among these many things, the inability to see Derrick Rose play in the finals and win the O'Brien Cup undoubtedly made Henson feel sorry.

But now, he can make up for this regret.

"Boss..."

"I will let you play when I need you, but I promise that I will never let you play because I pity you. Go, take a lunch break and prepare for the confrontational training in the afternoon."

Henson waved his hand to dispel Rose's doubts.

Just now, Henson was still thinking about a question, how to use the next sentence.

Words: Stand up again: restore a player to a state close to the peak and continue for one game.

First of all, it takes a player who once had the peak but is no longer at the peak to restore the peak state. With this condition, Henson was destined to be unable to use words on any player.

And now, Henson has the answer. Henson had decided who should use this technique.