Popovich knew very well that this was the limit for Tim Duncan.
To reduce the deficit even further, let alone take the lead, relying solely on Tim Duncan was not enough.
"Bruce..."
He called Bowen over.
Bowen obviously knew what Popovich wanted him to do.
After so many years together, every time Popovich wanted him to get physical, he would have that serious look.
"That Huaxia rookie, are you confident?"
This was the man Popovich despised the most.
Bowen shook his head.
His recent encounters with Su Wan could be described with two words:
Totally defeated!
"Jermaine then!"
Bowen himself chose someone he felt more confident about handling, and who was very important to the Pacers lineup.
Popovich nodded, as if to agree.
The second half of the game started soon.
Bill Walton keenly noticed that the Spurs had chosen to completely retreat under the basket when rebounding: "They are totally giving up fast-break opportunities!"