The Golden Invincible of Basketball

Ginobili's strong play was unexpected, and his strength continued for the entire half.

He scored 19 points and 5 assists in the first half and almost carried the Spurs on his shoulders.

With his outstanding performance, the Spurs ended at halftime with a 53 to 60 stalemate with the Pelicans.

This is already the smallest point difference between the two sides since the series.

During the intermission, fans were impressed on social media.

"The Spurs are really difficult this season, but Ginobili's play in the first half is really moving. This is the Spurs I loved!"

"Ginobili looked at Tang on the opposite side. Tang used to be his successor, but he always made a fate."

"This is real life, Holt destroyed the Spurs in one hand, otherwise Tang + Leonard may have won five consecutive championships!"

"I hope the Spurs can win the game, even if they lose, they also want to have a decent result! I also hope that Ginobili has a decent way to leave!"

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The fans' emotions and expectations were realized after the return of the third quarter.

Originally deadlocked, the Spurs have been playing enough comfortingly.

Although fans are feeling on social media, not many people think that the Spurs can still play like this in the second half.

After all, the first half was deadlocked by Ginobili's extraordinary play.

But in the third quarter Aldridge feels restored, plus Ginobili's undiminished output.

After three quarters, the Spurs are still deadlocked with the Pelicans 81-88!

This kind of performance is not only exciting for the Spurs fans, but also the ordinary fans are respectful.

Until the fourth quarter, the Spurs did not have physical problems.

Substitute connection section Rose and Davis played a wave to open the score together, the main force returned, Tang Tian and Walker played another wave, the score was completely opened.

In the end, the Pelicans defeated the Spurs 115-100 away and swept the opponent to advance to the second round with a big score 4-0.

The 15-point difference is also the smallest point difference since the series.

Although the Spurs were swept, this performance is respectable.

Ginobili scored a team-high 25 points and 7 assists and performed very well.

On the Pelicans side, Tang Tian scored three doubles in two consecutive games, and this time it was 30+ triple doubles.

35 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

After the game, the two sides held a final handshake.

Tang Tian talked with Popovich for a while, and hugged Ginobili for a long time.

Including later Duncan came to the two, and the three also talked for a long time.

Time is really the most lethal thing in the world.

Thinking about 2011, Tang Tian entered the league and went to San Antonio.

At that time, Tang Tian was still a teenager with a bleak face, and Duncan was also the No. 21 rookie. Ginobili still had the power to play even though he was old.

But in less than 7 years, Duncan had retired, Ginobili immediately said goodbye to the NBA stage, and Tang Tian became the first player in the league.

If not in the arena but in the bar or cafe, the three can really chat overnight.

After the game, the Spurs held a post-match press conference. Ginobili and Popovich attended the conference together.

"I will end my career. I have played my last game as an NBA player."

Ginobili did not wait until August to announce it, as in history, but announced it directly after the game.

He did this because he had made a decision, but also because it gave the Spurs more room to operate in the summer.

This summer, James, Durant, George, Butler, Paul, Walker, Jokic ...

This list alone knows that this will be a crazy summer.

The Spurs were swept away, Leonard's recovery from injuries is still unknown, and they may be about to break.

Popovich didn't say anything, he should have known the news in advance.

But his look was still uncontrollably sad.

The 70-year-old will bid farewell to Duncan on the NBA stage, and then to Ginobili, and maybe Parker.

These beloved disciples have been following him since entering the league, and finally retired, saying that it is impossible without touching.

"He is the best shooting guard I have coached, and I would suggest to San Antonio Mayor Ron Nilenberg that this day be Ginobili Day and we will always remember what he did for this city Contribution. "

Popovich said directly in front of the media.

Usually this day is announced after the fact. Popovich said in advance that it is unique, but it is also in line with his personality.

"But don't be sad, I believe Manu will be back soon."

Popovich's subsequent words puzzled reporters.

"Because a jersey retirement ceremony will be held for him soon."

The reporter from the audience was amused.

The way of speaking is still so skinny, but at such a sad time, it feels very warm.

"Don scored 35 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in this game. He ended the game. Do you have anything to say to him? As a former teammate?"

FOX reporter asked Ginobili a question related to Tang Tian.

"If he doesn't win the championship, I'll punch his **** hard."

Ginobili's answer was unexpected, but it also showed the close relationship between the two.

This is the only way to speak publicly among friends.

The Pelicans swept the Spurs to advance first. Their opponent in the second round was the winner between the Rockets and the Blazers.

After the Rockets defeated the Trail Blazers in their fourth away game, it also became the most intense game in the Western Conference.

Who will eventually win, and when the Pelicans will start the second round are unknown.

Fortunately, Stevens had long expected that the training routine would be fully arranged.

His thinking is clear. Whether the Rockets or Trail Blazers win in the end, the game will be more difficult than the first round.

Maintaining good competition is the best way to prepare.

Time flies, and a week later, after a fierce fight, the Pelicans' opponents finally confirmed.

The Trail Blazers, with Lillard's lore, in the seventh round, eliminated the Rockets 4-3 to advance to the second round!

This result is very surprising ~ www.wuxiaspot.com ~ but it is also expected to think carefully.

Lillard's status this season is the same as that of Walker last season.

Coupled with the good integration of Anthony and the Rockets' own problems.

All the irrationality is reasonable after the last analysis.

For the Pelicans, the second round also looks like a challenge to them.

The Blazers are one of the only two opponents to lose in the regular season.

Although Tang Tian was absent, Tang Tian made a comeback and the Trail Blazers led them by 10 points in the first half.

Although it was Tom Benson's death at that time, the Trail Blazers had great luck twice.

But luck is also part of strength.

Speaking of opportunities, all in all, the Blazers' chances of winning in the hands of the Pelicans must be greater than the Rockets.