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Chapter 138 Chapter 136: The Unsatisfactory Halftime

The day after Bruce Fraser met with Henson, he officially joined the team's daily training as a shooting coach.Henson just briefly introduced Frazier's resume with the players. When he heard that he had trained shooting with players like Reggie Miller and Steve Nash, the questioning expressions on the players' faces immediately disappeared without a trace.

In the subsequent shooting training, although it was only the first day for Frazier to come, he seemed to get along well with Leonard and Jimmy Butler.

This guy has always been an old fritters, so he is very good at dealing with players.Getting two first-year rookies is no problem.

Seeing that Leonard and Jimmy Butler began to improve their shooting under Frazier's teaching, Henson felt relieved a lot.The next thing he has to do is to put all his energy on the Miami Heat!

Although last season fell into the sand, the Miami Heat this season are still one of the favorites to win the championship.

Unlike the struggle after the start of last season, the Heat this season came out extremely strong.The running-in of the Big Three is almost perfect, and the Heat's weak rotation lineup has also been improved to a certain extent.

So far, the Heat have played a proud record of 6 wins and 0 losses. Among the 6 opponents, there are three strong teams including the Mavericks, Celtics and Eagles.

Coincidentally, the Pacers have also maintained a record of unbeaten victories so far.Therefore, this game is naturally attracting attention, and T.NT has already won the right to broadcast the game in the United States.

Henson still remembers how he was crushed by the Heat last season. Yes, the Pacers beat the Heat last season, but the record of only 4 win in 1 games obviously did not satisfy Henson.

Henson still remembers the desperation he felt when he played against the Heat.As long as two of the Big Three play a little more stable, the game will basically be over.

But this season is different. The Pacers have their own superstar, and the original team is more mature.Therefore, against the Miami Heat, it will be a real moment for the Pacers to test their strength!
"Henson, the game video is ready, let's take a look!"

When Henson was thinking next to the training ground, Silas came out of the tactical conference room and greeted him.

"Here we come!" Henson nodded with satisfaction. It feels good to have someone who can help share the work.

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In the early morning of January 1, all members of the Pacers arrived at Miami International Airport.As soon as the Pacers players got off the plane, they were surrounded by a crowd of reporters.

The flashing lights shot everywhere, and Henson couldn't even open his eyes.Now he knows why Paul likes to wear sunglasses so much.

"It's different to have a superstar in this team." After finally getting out of the airport, Henson rubbed his dizzy eyes and complained.

"Every superstar is like this. Do you think Spoelstra is afraid of meeting reporters?"

"No, with the Big Three, no one will take pictures of him at all. We are the same. When we arrive at the American Airlines Center, no one cares about us!" Henson smiled wryly when he remembered the embarrassment when he was left in the other half by reporters last season.

"It's a coincidence that Wade was injured again in the first game of the Heat for the second consecutive season." Vogel looked at the latest injury list, and the big cheeks of the Heat's soul were on the list.

"I also hope that Wade can recover sooner, but it must be admitted that this is good news for our game! No matter whether Spoelstra uses James Jones or rookie Norris Cole to start, they will not be able to relieve their pressure on the second position. To be exact, the entire back line of the Heat has been overshadowed by Wade's absence. Defense and offense, the Heat's back line is stretched. This is our opportunity, and we must grasp the opportunity!"

The Pacers played the Heat for the first time last season. Wade played with an injury and ended up playing one of the most humiliating games of his career.Believe that today, Wade will not do that again.

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In the American Airlines Center, the fans of the Heat couldn't hold back the restlessness in their hearts before the game started.

But the group of "uninvited guests" led by Henson seemed to spoil the carnival of Miami people.

As soon as the Pacers players came out of the tunnel and started warming up, boos rang out everywhere.

Since Chris Paul joined the Pacers, the Pacers have instantly become a stumbling block for the Heat in the East.As for Henson, maybe apart from the local fans in Indianapolis, fans in other places don't like him, and even hate him a little bit.

So being booed so badly, Henson has long been used to it.

"Remember, we need to find more opportunities on the opponent's back line. Use more pick-and-rolls to hit their guards. Wade's absence makes the defense of the Heat's back line very vulnerable. Chris, today you need to take more shots and score more."

Before the start of the game, Henson made today's key attack target for Wade's injury.As for whether to shoot or go to the basket after breaking through the opponent's back line, it is up to the players to choose according to the situation.

After all, the situation on the basketball court is constantly changing, and the coach can only play a guiding role.

Before the start of the game, Sager did not interview Henson on a rare occasion, but walked to LeBron James.

In fact, Sager really wanted to talk to the humorous coach Henson, but the TV station gave him an instruction to interview LeBron, so there was no way.

"LeBron, today's opponent seems to be very difficult to deal with. The opponent has 5 wins and 0 losses, and is also undefeated. And you are missing an important member. Do you think the team can win the game without Wade?"

After James bowed his head and listened to the question, his expression didn't even change, showing the style of a general.

"The lack of Dwyane is a blow to us, but I will try to carry the team forward. I know the Pacers are difficult to deal with, but this is the American Airlines Center, and we are the masters here."

James is not like Henson who only plays haha. He made it very clear that he would take the victory of this game.

Unfortunately, the commentator for this game was Henson's old enemy, Sir Charles Flying Pig Barkley.

"Stop talking about the Pacers' unbeaten record, Kenny, even I'm embarrassed for you! The Pacers' five-game winning streak and the Heat's six-game winning streak are not at the same level, okay? So far, the Pacers have never met a playoff-level team! Their unbeaten record is not convincing at all!" Barkley spread his hands, and if Henson saw that expression, he would definitely want to punch someone.

"No matter what level of opponent you are, in short, the steady performance of the Pacers is obvious to all. Do you think the Pacers will lose? I think they still have the strength to fight."

"First of all, it's not me who thinks the Pacers are doomed. It's the majority of reporters, experts and fans who think the Pacers are doomed. Because anyone with a little understanding knows that the Pacers have no chance of winning!"

Before the game started, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley took the lead in "fighting".

Henson was not in the mood to sit on the bench to watch the game today. After the jump ball started, Henson stood on the sidelines and strictly supervised every step of the game.

The Heat's offense was fierce, and LeBron James kept his promise to carry the team without Wade, and he carried it very well.

Needless to say about his personal offense, James' post-up scoring ability has improved a lot this season after being abused by Dirk Nowitzki in the Finals last season.A person who already has top-level strength is still improving, which makes Henson have to admire the No. 6 of the Heat.

It is different from last season when the Big Three took turns playing singles and others paddled.This season, James deliberately increased the number of times he shared the ball.His goal is simple, to integrate everyone into the offense as much as possible.

Although James' organization is still a bit blunt, most of the passes are more deliberate.However, in Henson's view, this change will allow James to further control the game.

The Heat played smoothly, but the Pacers did not go as smoothly as Henson expected.

Chris Paul and George got many opportunities to break through the opponent's back line through the screen, but the problem is that after getting the opportunity, neither Paul nor George can find the shooting feeling!
"Chris broke through Chalmers beautifully, and Chalmers' defense is completely wide open. James Jones came up to double-team, Paul passed the ball without looking, and George got an open mid-range shot. Oh, it still didn't go in! The Pacers have wasted too many such opportunities today, and their hand feeling is really terrible."

Kenny Smith sighed regretfully, while Barkley was beside him extremely shy.

In the first quarter of the game, James scored 9 points and 3 assists in a single quarter, allowing the Heat to enter the second quarter with a 6-point advantage.

As a result, after the start of the second quarter, Paul and George's shots still didn't work.In the last 2 seconds of the game, the Pacers, who were unable to attack, were dunked by James with a steal.This kind of mistake at the last moment to send points is undoubtedly a blow to morale!
After James dunks, the halftime game ended, and the Pacers entered the locker room with a 13-point disadvantage.

"What am I talking about? The Pacers still want to win? Look at the situation of the game, LeBron is completely solving the game in a crushing way!" Barkley was proud, after all, he rarely saw Henson no longer arrogant.

During the halftime interview, Sager finally found Henson.Henson frowned with rare seriousness.

"13 points behind, Coach Henson, how will you adjust?"

"I might need to teach them how to shoot. Can you shoot, Sage? Would you like to come to my locker room and teach a player how to shoot?"

Henson smiled himself after asking, and then immediately returned to the locker room.

Sager knew that the guy seemed a little angry.

(End of this chapter)