Mark Aguirre had no other choice but to focus on defense. At that moment, Scottie Pippen caught the ball at the top of the key, drove inside, and scored a layup while drawing a foul from Melvin Turpin.
Pippen hit the free throw, giving the Bulls the lead once again.
The Bulls adjusted their defensive strategy, with Pippen initiating one-on-one coverage against Mark Aguirre.
From that moment, Aguirre's offensive firepower started to be stifled. Pippen's defensive ability was absolutely top-tier.
Aguirre shouted at Pippen, "You're dead! After the game, wait for me in the parking lot—you're dead, kid! I'll knock your head off!"
Last season, Pippen was often overwhelmed by tension, but now he wore a relaxed smile. He brushed off Aguirre's provocation with a laugh.
He wouldn't start a fight with Aguirre, nor would he engage in trash talk. He simply responded with a smile, a carefree smile.
