The on-site photographer reacted quickly as well, finding Duncan among the crowd in the stands.
The guy was grinning from ear to ear!
He should have been smiling.
Davis was his personal disciple, and seeing him perform so brilliantly on the court filled him with heartfelt joy.
Ginobili was quicker to react. Seeing the two of them appear on the LED big screen, he reached over and patted Duncan on the shoulder, signaling for him to look up.
Only then did Duncan wipe the smile off his face.
Being happy for Davis was one thing, but this was the Spurs' home court, and his current identity was that of a Spurs legend.
It was as if he had spotted Crawford. He immediately reined in his smile, his expression turning serious and solemn.
The sight made Ginobili burst out laughing beside him.
After spending so many years with Duncan, how had he never realized the guy was such a natural actor?
The game continued on the court. George missed a three-pointer from outside, and Davis secured the Defensive Rebound.
The Pelicans pushed into the frontcourt and set up their half-court offense, with Davis continuing his Low Post Post-up.
This time, the Spurs collapsed inward, but Davis reacted quickly and immediately kicked the ball down low to Harrell.
After receiving the pass, Harrell took a One-step Dribble, powered up, and hammered home a violent two-handed dunk!
The arena erupted.
Davis was not only getting his own offense going—he had brought the entire Pelicans offense to life!
Tonight, he truly was Davis Pippen!
Popovich raised his hand and called a timeout.
They had contained Tang Tian, and Gasol was injured. This had been a perfect chance for the Spurs to extend the lead and win the game.
But Davis had suddenly emerged and