"Nikola, you need to improve your box-outs!"
During the half-time break in the locker room, Davis pulled Jokic aside and said.
Whiteside had grabbed five Offensive Rebounds in the first half alone.
More importantly, Tang Tian had only grabbed four rebounds by halftime. For them, who were determined to help Tang Tian pad his stats, that was clearly too few.
"I'll pay attention to it."
Jokic nodded seriously.
After the referee's whistle changed, most fans focused on superstars like Harden and Curry, but he had actually been heavily affected as well.
Unlike Harden and Curry, though, he was limited by his own offensive ability and had yet to adapt or adjust.
That might take time, but this game was important. He had to do well.
When the second half began, the Pelicans had the first possession.
Tang Tian still had the ball in his hands.
"He's a monster now."
Seeing the Pelicans continue to play this way in the second half, the home commentator could not help but sigh.
He had played with the ball in his hands for an entire half at nearly 100 percent!
Bro, you're still injured!
Tang Tian continued attacking Love with the ball.
Love looked almost dead inside. Tang Tian was really trying to squeeze him dry.
This time, James collapsed early for the double-team, and Tang Tian passed to Ariza in the corner.
Ariza took the Catch and Shoot three-pointer.
Clang!
The shot was slightly off, and the ball bounced off the rim.
Whiteside tried to jump, only to find Jokic pressing his entire weight down on him.
Jokic knew he could not compete with him in strength or jumping speed, so he simply used his weight.
Whiteside could not get up, while Davis turned and boxed James out.
Tang Tian soared up in