basketball player

Chapter 704 702: Recognize the gap
On the court, the fans no longer had the enthusiasm they had at the beginning.On the commentary stage, Kenny Smith and O'Neill were too lazy to talk for several minutes.It wasn't until Barkley gave the two of them a disgusted look that they finally opened their mouths.

On the sidelines of the court, Devin Casey sat lonely on the bench, covering his face with his hands.Beside him is Drummond with a dignified expression.

This gentleman scored a double-double of 12 points and 12 rebounds today, but as a "pie-eating" insider, Drummond's shooting percentage today was only 44.4%.And on the defensive end, Drummond didn't make much contribution either.Lopez hit three three-pointers today, all thanks to Drummond's insufficient defense.

On the court, meanwhile, Antetokounmpo shattered Griffin's physical fortress with his strides.Griffin's physical fitness is a little overdrawn at this time, and he can't keep up with Antetokounmpo's pace.

And because Lopez has scored three three-pointers today, the Bucks' defense is not too afraid to shrink.In this way, Antetokounmpo completed another performance of bombing the basket.After this goal, Antetokounmpo has scored his 38th point of the game.

It is only one step away from 40 points in a single game.

"Another goal, Antetokounmpo's offense is simply too easy. Griffin tried his best, but still couldn't keep up with Antetokounmpo's pace. Before the game, many Detroit media believed that Griffin would perform well in the series, and Griffin himself said that he would spare no effort to play. They are not lying, but the cruel fact is."

Kenny Smith paused in the middle of speaking.Because he knew that his next remarks would offend many Pistons fans.But the words have been spoken, and they cannot be swallowed back.So, the guy continued.

"But the cruel fact is that even if Griffin spares no effort, he is no match for Antetokounmpo and Henson Joe!"

Antetokounmpo's goal gave the Pacers a 2-point lead over the Pistons in the last 48:16 of the game.Devin Casey didn't intend to give up yet, he didn't want to admit his failure just like that.

So, he didn't make substitutions or timeouts.He still holds out hope for Griffin, and sometimes, it might just take a few [-]-pointers to turn things around.

However, Griffin is still lost in front of the huge power gap between the two sides.In the next Pistons attack, Griffin's layup hit the frame again.Antetokounmpo's tough defense put tremendous pressure on Griffin, making it difficult for him to score every time.

Griffin made a shot and the Pacers instantly switched offense and defense.This time, Antetokounmpo unexpectedly did not cut in, but ran outside the three-point line.It seems that it is to open up space for George's breakthrough.

But just after George entered the penalty area, he suddenly scored the ball, and the goal was Antetokounmpo outside the three-point line.

Antetokounmpo has already played with confidence and feel before, so this time the shot from outside the three-point line is also very decisive.

I saw that this season's regular season three-point shooting rate will exceed 30% tall forward, and the basketball passed through the net, leaving only a "white wave".

At that moment, a certain string in the hearts of Devon Casey and Griffin seemed to be broken suddenly.With 41 points in a single game, Antetokounmpo completely beat Griffin.

Griffin has only scored 19 points in the whole game so far, and every point in these 19 has come extremely difficult.From the first quarter of the game, Griffin seemed to foul Antetokounmpo, but until now, in addition to giving Antetokounmpo 4 big shots, he has only made Antetokounmpo bear 3 harmless fouls.

This three-pointer allowed Griffin and Casey to recognize the fact that the strength gap between the two sides is too large.Whether it is the gap between the Pacers and the Pistons or the gap between Griffin and Antetokounmpo, it is bigger than the outside world imagines!
Finally, Casey called to stop the game.He looked at Griffin as he walked off the court, and Griffin looked at his head coach.But the two sides didn't say anything, because their faces were full of unwillingness and helplessness.

They were unwilling to be massacred by the walkers, but unfortunately, they were unable to make any resistance
"Blake." After Griffin took his seat, Devon Casey spoke first, "From now on, take a good rest."

Griffin froze for a moment when he heard Casey's order, but nodded quickly.He knew it was time to give up the game.His good wishes before the game were really too naive.

Griffin sat next to Drummond, both of them looked equally disappointed.These two huge pillars supporting the piston have both fallen down.

Also down is the dream of the Detroit Pistons wanting to shed a layer of skin on the defending champion.

Facts have proved that let alone let the defending champion peel off.The Pistons created a little difficulty for the Pacers, but they couldn't do it.

The Pacers' bench, on the other hand, is a completely different story than the Pistons'.As lifeless as the Pistons' side is, the Pacers' side is as happy as it is.

Antetokounmpo, who has scored 41 points, embraced with his teammates, and hugged Henson the most.

"Great job, kid. Want more points? I can let you in for a while."

Henson smiled happily, he knew that Antetokounmpo would not let himself down.In fact, today Henson did not arrange any complicated tactics at all.He just told Antetokounmpo to pin Griffin, and he just won the game.

"Don't worry about the boss, we've already won, and I have enough statistics. I didn't let you down."

"Yes, you didn't let me down, Giannis. Keep it up. I don't want to see any accidents happen in this whole series."

Henson withdrew his troops contentedly. The Warriors will be cornered by the Clippers, but it doesn't mean that the Pacers will also be in trouble in front of the underdogs.

And in itself, Henson has to do better than the Warriors to win the championship.

Finally, a harsh electronic beep ended the anticlimactic game.It was a relief, both for the Pistons players and the fans in the field.

The fans felt that the game was a bit boring, and the Pistons players had long been ashamed to stay on the basketball court.

"At the end of the game, the result and process of this duel were not as expected. Yesterday, the Clippers almost overturned the Warriors in Oakland. But today, the Pistons experienced what is called a real thinking gap in Indianapolis. Perhaps from the beginning, everyone should not have too much expectation for the Pistons."

Griffin stood up with blank eyes. At this time, he had to accept the fact that he was no longer among the top players in the league.Sometimes in the face of a huge gap in strength, nothing can be done with a rush of enthusiasm.

Reality is not a caricature, which is much crueler than a caricature.

After the game, countless media found Griffin and asked him about the game.Among them, Griffin was asked the most question, "How to evaluate Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance today."

Regarding this, Griffin could only shake his head helplessly, "He scored 41 points on me, what else can I comment on?"

Blake Griffin, who was still proud and arrogant 24 hours ago, has already recognized the reality.In this year's playoffs, the Detroit Pistons are just pebbles on the way to the Pacers' championship.Henson only needs a light kick, which is enough to kick the small stone of the piston far away.

The day after Game 4 of the series ended, the Detroit media was silent.They let the Pacers beat the Pistons 0-[-] without any refutation.

What is the difference between a real super striker and Griffin? Henson used the simplest and rude way to let everyone understand the difference.

However, Pistons coach German. Casey, but still unwilling to give up.As a coach who once led his team to the Eastern Conference Finals, he really couldn't accept that his team was eliminated just like that.

And at this juncture, a shocking event happened.This incident also made Devon Casey's desire to win even stronger.
(End of this chapter)