The Basketball Court Swordsman

Indeed, even Henson must admit that the 76ers' bench combat effectiveness is indeed impressive. These two guys, Thaddeus Young and Williams, have contributed more than ten points per game. Even though Evan Turner's second place average is not good, he can occasionally draw a few goals.

Before that, Henson had studied the 76ers game. Therefore, I also know very well about the benches under the old Collins.

But Henson was not affected by the opponent's substitutions, he was still rotating according to his own routine. Stephenson replaced Paul, Leonard replaced Green, Yi Jianlian replaced West, and Anderson replaced Horford. In addition to George, Henson had four substitutes in one breath.

And leaving George is not Henson's backup player to guard against Collins, because George has been the last starter to be replaced this season. Because he was the youngest, Henson wanted to train him most. Therefore, this is still a regular rotation.

"The rotation time is up. We all know that the 76ers' bench players have a good offensive power. Let's see if the 76ers can get close to the score in the last five minutes." Kenny Smith made a substitution on both sides. Interpretation, but Barkley just smiled disdainfully, with an expression ready to watch the show.

Regarding the offensive power of the bench lineup, who Henson is not targeting...

After a timeout for the first round, Louis Williams had the ball. This second-round show in 2005 was definitely a surprise for the 76ers, because in the third season of his career, he was able to average 11.5 per game! This season, Williams has never started, and is the sixth man to play the role. His scoring average has soared to 14.9 points per game!

Had it not been for the small guard named James Harden in Oklahoma to be too dazzling, Louis Williams might even have won the best sixth man this season.

Williams held the ball to the frontcourt, defending him was Stephenson, who averaged 5.5 points per game and stared.

From the data point of view, Stephenson and Williams do not seem to be athletes of the same level at all. But if you think Stephenson only has 5.5 points, you will suffer.

Williams called for the screen, trying to get out of the shooting space through the pick and roll. However, Stephenson squeezed hard in front of Thaddeus Young and pressed hard against the thin guard in front of him. Williams did not stop the ball, but broke through!

However, Stephenson's reaction speed exceeded the expectations of the 76ers guard. This young guard who made Hamilton shot 2 of 10 shots, although his mind is simpler, his defense is not simple at all.

Under Stephenson's strong defense, Williams' layup knocked out. Stephenson personally grabbed the defensive rebound and directly launched a counterattack!

Fast, the Pacers' second team counterattack is as fast as the starting lineup. Stephenson advanced with the ball, Paul George cut in the middle, and Matthews went straight to the corner.

A few simple runs, the 76ers' defense was pulled apart. Seeing that the opponent's defense was empty, Stephenson simply chose to layup!

This move caught the 76ers by surprise, because they were still trying to block Stevenson's passing route. As everyone knows, he gave the opponent a scoring route instead.

"Failed offense, failed defense! The 76ers are too careless. Their offensive play is too simple and the defense is too lax. How can Stephenson score so easily!?" Kenny Smith was a little angry. , It's not that he doesn't like Stephenson, but that the defense shown by the 76ers is really not worthy of the playoff level.

With a 12-point difference, Collins felt a little panicked.

Soon, the 76ers made a comeback. This time, Thaddeus Young is ready to take advantage of Yi Jianlian's defensive weakness.

Yi Jianlian may be the most mediocre defensive player in the Pacers' regular rotation lineup. However, due to his special playing time, Yi Jianlian has rarely played directly against the league's top four this season. Therefore, this problem has not been exposed.

At this time, Thaddeus Young undoubtedly caught this. He stuck his back and asked for the ball. Thaddeus Yang Neng was able to make a sudden shot. He felt that he had several ways to torture the Chinese player.

Williams did not hesitate and immediately dropped the ball into the penalty area. Then the ball just flew out, and Williams regretted it.

I saw the expressionless, braided forward No. 2 striker with oddly long arms suddenly appeared on the pass line, with a big hand, and accepted the basketball.

The 76ers' offensive intention is too obvious, Leonard's judgment is very accurate. The battle between Thaddeus Yang and Yi Jianlian was over before it started.

This is team basketball, not street singles. In addition to strong individual defense, the Pacers' defense also has a superb system operation!

"Look for Paul first after you get the ball, and advance yourself without Paul."

This was a sentence Henson often emphasized to Leonard, so he looked up and saw that there was no Paul, so he immersed himself in pushing quickly.

Another counterattack, although the 76ers' bench has stronger offensive ability, but the defensive discipline is not as good as the starting.

This is why, Doug Collins put Williams and Thaddeus Young on the bench.

Retirement is not timely, this is no different from giving the Pacers two points. Leonard waved his long arm and delivered the ball to George. George flicked a shot at the basket, drawing almost all the 76ers into the penalty area. But then George passed the ball again, giving Yi Jianlian, who ran to the end, the best chance.

Yi Jianlian held the ball at 45° on the right and shot immediately. When Henson recruited Yi Jianlian, he needed to be a spatial insider. Therefore, Yi Jianlian is also doing his own job, working hard this season to practice shooting, especially three-point shooting.

In the past, in other teams, he liked to shoot three-pointers but was not recognized. Coaches and fans will think he is soft and hope he will fight inside. But when it came to the Pacers, Henson liked him shooting three pointers. This kind of "flying a kite" is actually the reason why Yi Jianlian occupies a rotating spot.

Therefore, Yi Jianlian, who has no psychological pressure, has made a good three-pointer this season. At this time, Thaddeus Young, who should have defended Yi Jianlian, was still standing at the basket. Facing such a big open, Yi Jianlian naturally scored steadily.

Thaddeus Yang's face was full of black lines, and he didn't know how to attack. Instead, he was shot a chasing three-pointer... He couldn't help but look at the bench, and Doug Collins's expression already explained. Everything.

After that, the bench battle between the two sides still showed a one-sided situation. The Pacers' robust defense prevented Williams and Thaddeus Young from showing their scoring ability.

After the first quarter of the game, the 76ers were hit 30 to 14!

One game allowed the Pacers to score 30 points, which undoubtedly made Collins, who emphasized defense, feel desperate. The 76ers have been working on making the opponent score as few points as possible this season and winning through defenses that are not spectative.

However, even the best defense of the 76ers cannot withstand scrutiny in front of the Pacers.

In the second quarter, Collins increased Iguodala's appearance. Andre Iguodala, who has the strength of a star but only wants to be a role player, is the 76ers that Henson admires most. Through the data analysis module and his actual performance, Henson also recognized this guy's defensive ability.

However, Iguodala has only one, and he cannot deal with the Pacers team offense alone. And in the 76ers, Iguodala must also take on a heavy scoring task. This playing mode of being a father and mother is not something everyone can bear.

As a result, Iguodala played in a mess on the offensive end today, and his defensive performance can only be said to be quite satisfactory.

After the half-time, the score became 58 to 33...Even Henson, who had always emphasized players not to take it lightly before the game, couldn't help asking himself: "Am I too nervous?"

"It's cruel, the Pacers didn't give the opposing side any chance to resist!" Kenny Smith shook his head. Why did the first game of the high-profile playoffs be spent?

Williams’ folly, Thaddeus Young’s mid-range shot, Iguodala’s occasional dunks... these things are just like passing glances, and they didn’t really help the game at all. .

The only thing fans remember is the Pacers' rock-solid defense and solid offense that seems to never go wrong.

Henson walked into the player channel, still wondering whether to hand the game directly to Vogel for practice in the second half. But at this moment, Silas sweated profusely and ran to Henson's side and told him the news.

"Derrick Rose is back from injury, Thibodeau is over!" Silas looked anxiously, as if it was a Pacers player who was injured.

Henson's heart was shaken, and there was a wave of waves in his heart.

Rose retired from injury, which really has nothing to do with Henson. At most, he would only sympathize with Rose.

But Rose's injury means that in the entire lower half, there will be almost no team that can cause trouble to the Heat. It seems that this year's Eastern Conference Finals...may really have to run into an old enemy.