Harden chest-bumped Westbrook after the score, and Durant yelled at him.

Fifteen-point difference, and a free throw!

Harden's three three-pointers directly changed the situation on the court.

These three three-pointers also proved that he can not only play with the ball and organize, but also play without the ball!

Popovich was forced to put Ginobili and Duncan on the court early.

But Ginobili was obviously overshadowed by Harden tonight, and the Spurs failed to close the gap.

112 to 102, the Thunder finally defeated the Spurs at home, tying the series score to 1 to 2.

Harden had a game-high 30 points and 7 assists.

Westbrook had 17 points, 11 assists and 6 rebounds, Durant also had 27 points, and Ibaka had 10 points, 11 rebounds and 5 blocks.

The Four Young Masters all showed their style.

And more importantly than winning, they found a way to beat the Spurs!

As long as the Four Young Masters are on the court at the same time, constantly pushing fast breaks through defense, they can run the Spurs to death!

Although the score of 1 to 2 is still behind, the momentum has shifted to the Thunder.

The Thunder fans were also extremely excited after the game, reaching a collective climax.

"This is the Thunder we want to see, we will be the champions!"

"Win the next home game and let us be the 15th team in the playoffs to come back from 0 to 2!"

"Love James Harden, I don't mean to disrespect Ginobili, but Harden exploded Ginobili!"

"The Yangtze River's back waves push the front waves, and the front waves die on the beach. This is the NBA. Harden will be a better sixth man than Ginobili!"

…

There were still 3 days before the next game, and Popovich conducted daily training as usual.

However, he stood on the sidelines with a sad face.

The Spurs' performance in the last game was not a big problem. The fundamental problem was that they could not limit the Four Young Masters at the same time.

Especially Durant and Harden.

After the training, the players returned to the hotel to rest one after another.

Popovich was still in the office discussing tactics with Budenholzer.

"Tang, aren't you leaving yet?"

Leonard was the last to pack up. Seeing Tang Tian still sitting in the locker room, he couldn't help but ask.

"I'll wait a while, you go first."

Tang Tian didn't say much.

Leonard nodded, put on his backpack and left first.

After waiting for a while, Budenholzer also came out and asked Tang Tian with concern when he saw him.

Tang Tian didn't say much.

After Budenholzer left, Tang Tian turned around and opened his closet, taking out the prepared red wine.

He knocked on the door and went in.

"Why haven't you left yet?"

Popovich was surprised to see Tang Tian.

At this point, Budenholzer had left, but Tang Tian was still in the arena.

"Old man, I'm here to thank you for helping me pay the fine last time."

Tang Tian said, walking to Popovich's desk, and then took out the prepared red wine from behind him.

"1990, Chateau d'Yquem."

Popovich originally wanted to be polite, but after hearing Tang Tian's words, what he was about to say immediately changed.

"Really?"

Tang Tian put the red wine on the table and said with a smile.

"Authentic."

Popovich picked up the red wine bottle and looked at it. After confirming that it was real, he opened the drawer below and took out two glasses.

"This kind of good stuff must be tasted."

Seeing Popovich's actions, Tang Tian couldn't help but laugh.

Where is the image of the famous coach on weekdays? He is just a drunkard.

"Where did you get it?"

Popovich said, moving the tactical manual to a corner of the table.

"A treasured collection. I also like to drink red wine."

Tang Tian wasn't lying. It's normal for older people to drink some red wine.

Popovich nodded as he poured the wine.

"I originally wanted to find Jefferson wine from 1874, but unfortunately, I don't know who has that thing now."

Tang Tian continued.

Jefferson wine is also produced by Chateau d'Yquem. When it was auctioned in the 19th century, it was already worth $80,000. Now it is basically priceless.

"Bragging."

Popovich only said two words, and then he directly drained his half glass in one gulp.

When others drink red wine, they shake it, smell it, and sip it lightly, but he directly skipped all the processes and drank the red wine like boiled water.

He is indeed a true drunkard.

"Sour, astringent, with a strong fruity flavor, and a bit of sweetness, but not so mellow."

Popovich quickly gave his professional evaluation.

"After all, it's not that old."

Tang Tian said.

"It's already very good. I haven't had this level of red wine in a long time. Your value is much higher than the $25,000 I paid for you before."

Popovich looked at Tang Tian with a satisfied expression.

Tang Tian smiled and nodded.

"It's a pity there's no dried fruit or anything like that. It's a bit astringent to drink it dry."

Popovich said with a little regret.

At this time, Tang Tian took out a bag of things from the other side like magic.

Inside were the dried fruit and other snacks that Popovich was talking about.

Popovich was stunned for a moment, then pointed at Tang Tian and laughed.

This is a drunkard meeting a drunkard.

The two ate and chatted.

After drinking most of the bottle of wine, Tang Tian's face was a little flushed, but Popovich was fine.

It's not that Tang Tian can't drink, but his body is not only fast, but also so weak in alcohol tolerance.

Seeing Tang Tian's reaction, Popovich put down his glass because there was a game in two days.

"I think you're definitely not just here to return the favor. Tell me, what's the matter?"

"When I was at UConn, I was one of Calhoun's assistant coaches. I gave him a lot of tactical advice, including how to defend Derrick Williams, the defense and counterattack against North Carolina, and the tactical ideas for the final against Butler University."

Tang Tian said calmly.

Popovich stared at Tang Tian for a while.

Is this guy here to show off?

But he had also watched the games between UConn and North Carolina. He was surprised that Calhoun, the old stubborn man, had suddenly become enlightened.

He didn't expect Tang Tian to be the one behind it.

"So you want to give me some tactical ideas too?"

Popovich had been coaching for more than 20 years, so he immediately understood what Tang Tian was implying.

Tang Tian nodded.

Popovich couldn't help but laugh.

He didn't think that a rookie like Tang Tian could give him any useful tactical advice.

But after drinking half a bottle of Tang Tian's wine, it was impossible for him not to give Tang Tian a chance to speak.

He gestured for Tang Tian to continue.

"We used a lineup in the second quarter when we played the Clippers before. Me, Danny, and Kawhi as three wings, plus Manu and Boris."

Popovich nodded. This three-wing lineup was the key to defeating the Clippers.

"This lineup is most afraid of inside players who have low-post offensive ability and can pass the ball."

Popovich had already realized something when he heard this.

The Thunder don't have such an inside player!

"The Thunder's advantage against us is defense and counterattack. The three-wing lineup can suppress their counterattack speed, and the Thunder, let alone someone who can assist, doesn't even have a player with low-post offensive ability."

Popovich looked up at Tang Tian for a long time.

He never thought of that before!

What Tang Tian, this rookie, said was even more than he thought...

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