basketball player

Chapter 19 019: It's Cool
The game continued, and the 6-point difference did not make the Celtics depressed.Instead, they pounced even harder. After all, every game is a ladder for them to enter the NBA world.No matter who the opponent is, nothing can stop them from pursuing their jobs.

Hudson is physically strong, and Holiday has an inherent disadvantage in this regard.Hudson simply and rudely went straight to the inside and drew a foul by Holiday, so he was able to stand on the free throw line.

"Hey, Holiday, come here!" Just as Hudson made a free throw, Henson yelled at Holiday and waved.

Although Holiday doesn't know who Henson is, after all, the team leaders usually talk about Vogel and Posey in training.But he knows that as a rookie now, he has to listen to every coach.So when Henson beckoned, Holiday ran over.

"Go up and tell Green to guard Hudson. You go to fill the second position, tell the second position to fill the third position, understand?" Henson put a hand on Holiday's shoulder and whispered with his head in Holiday's ear.

On-set photographers spotted the unusual scene and gave Henson and Holiday a close-up.

Bird saw this scene on his TV and took a puff on his cigar happily.

"What did I say? That guy is a genius." Bird pointed at the TV and winked at Pritchard.

"Frank, do you have anything else to add?" After Henson finished explaining, he turned his head and asked Frank again.Henson gave Frank a lot of face, and he hasn't forgotten that Frank Vogel is the head coach of this team.

"No, no more." Frank shook his head before he could react.On the surface, it seems that Henson is just helping Frank spread the word.But only Frank knew that what happened just now had nothing to do with him.

After Holiday came on the field, he also whispered a few words in Green's ear.Green turned to look at Henson, and Henson gave the rookie a positive nod.

Henson could see that Green's perimeter defense ability was actually the strongest among everyone present, and his rating had reached B.It is not impossible to grow up in the future and reach the A level.And B's ability value is already very strong in the summer league.After all, it's mostly guys with D and C averages.

It's not impossible to let Holiday defend Hudson, but the efficiency is definitely not as high as Green.The Pacers need more than just a win, they have to be a hearty one.Therefore, Henson decided not to give Hudson any chance.

"Frank, if you have anything to explain, just tell me, and I'll convey it for you." After Holiday took control of the ball, Henson sat back next to Frank.

Henson gave Frank Vogel a great deal of respect, even when he had done a very good job himself.

On the offensive end, Holiday's big pull-bar change in the air caused the audience to exclaim, but Henson was not surprised.The balance between left and right hands is one of the reasons why he was optimistic about Holiday.Holiday has performed this kind of layup in the air countless times during his UCLA period.

Relying on Holiday's talent on the offensive end, the Pacers actually don't need to worry too much.As long as he doesn't tie Holiday's hands and feet, he can solve the offensive problem by himself.And Henson asked Green to defend Hudson, the purpose is to let Holiday focus more on the offensive end and completely liberate him!
As soon as Hudson took possession of the ball for halftime, he realized that something was wrong with this attack.It was no longer the emaciated Holiday who stretched his arms across in front of him, but the focused, strong Danny Green!

This guy Hudson seems to be able to do a little bit of everything, breakthroughs, shooting, finishing at the basket, physical confrontation. But in the NBA, this kind of player has no foundation.Compared with "all-around", NBA teams' requirements for role players are actually more functional.It seems that Green, who was also selected in the second round, is not as versatile as Hudson, but he impresses Henson with only two points, three points and defense!

Hudson called for screens as always, but Green bypassed early toughly, not giving Hudson any chance at all.Holiday may still have some flaws in defending the pick-and-roll, but Green, as an experienced senior player, this simple pick-and-roll cannot trouble him at all.

Hudson bypassed the screen and was about to speed up, but was blocked by Danny Green with a cross!

Hudson gritted his teeth. He didn't expect Danny Green to be so difficult. At first, Hudson thought that Green was just a pure shooter.

Seeing that there was no breakthrough route, Hudson wanted to pass the ball to his teammates to deal with it.But just as the ball was passed, a black shadow suddenly appeared and intercepted the basketball!

Hudson turned his head to look in surprise, only to see the figure with "11" written on the back getting farther and farther away from him.

"Hudson's intentions are too obvious. Holiday has played against him for so long, and he has already mastered his offensive habits. I have to say that Holiday is really smart. During the game, he can always inject his own thinking." Seeing Holiday's steal, Henson smiled relievedly on the bench.After all, Holiday was strongly recommended by him.Bird originally wanted to choose Hansbrough, but it was because of Henson that he changed his mind.

So Holiday performed well, and Henson also had a bright face.

After Holiday quickly advanced to the frontcourt, he ended the fast break with a one-handed dunk.Although he looks a little thin, Holiday's athletic ability is really good.For the dunk just now, it feels like Holiday completed it with just a light jump.

After Henson confessed to Holiday, there were immediate changes on the court.The point difference has been widened to 8 points, Bird's expression is getting more and more complacent, while Pritchard is getting more and more surprised.

Pritchard is more of a manager than a basketball guy.Most of the basketball stuff was in the hands of Bird, and Pritchard took care of other things, like business.Therefore, he who doesn't know much about coaching is very curious.How could a small scout do such a good job as a coach.

"Unbelievable?" Byrd smiled jokingly, as if he had read Pritchard's mind.

"As far as I know, Henson has never received any training in basketball coaching. Before he became a data analyst and scout, he was engaged in statistical work. But today it is unscientific!" Pritchard spread his hands. Even if he is a genius, Henson must have adapted too quickly.

"It's very scientific, buddy. What is the most important thing for a coach? In fact, it's not about those tactics. Henson can memorize all those things in a week. But basketball is not something to talk about on paper. Memorizing tactics is useless. This is why Dennis Posey has been an assistant coach for more than ten years, but he still can't make his own way. The most important thing for a coach is to be good at discovering and using players! Henson is very good at this. He knows what Hudson is good at, and he also knows what his players are good at. Have you heard what tactics Popovich is good at using? But discovering and using Duncan, Parker and Ginobili correctly, the Spurs have been strong for ten years, and will continue to be strong! Do you think D’Antoni is only famous for running and bombing tactics? No, because he knows how to use Nash and Stoudemire better than anyone else!"

"So, you didn't just let that kid 'experience'." Pritchard glanced at Bird, who didn't answer, just smirked.

In the subsequent games, the Celtics never made any waves.After using Danny Green to restrict Hudson, the number one offensive point, the Celtics' offense was basically stopped.

On the Pacers side, Holiday and Danny Green both showed their outstanding qualities.Although Holiday is a scoring point guard, he is also very happy to share the ball.Although Danny Green does not have such a strong singles ability, he is very accurate for open three-pointers.

During the period, Henson was ordered by Frank Vogel to speak on the sidelines more than once.But he didn't copy everything, but as an assistant coach, he also called out some of his own requirements for the game.

After four quarters, 87 to 75, the Pacers won a gratifying victory with a difference of 12 points.Holiday had 25 points and 8 assists, and Danny Green also scored 18 points. Most importantly, he made Hudson completely misfired in the second half, scoring only 21 points with 4% shooting.

After the game, Henson patted Holiday and Danny Green on the shoulders, "I knew you two guys could handle everything. Now, go back and take a shower and enjoy your victory!"

Seeing the players happily walking into the player tunnel, Henson also had a smile on his face.

"You know Frank," Henson turned his head and looked at his only friend in the coaching staff, "I think being a coach is pretty cool!"

(End of this chapter)