At this moment, Rick Carlisle is preparing to send in Ron Artest, who has rested for half a quarter.
Carlisle has no grudge against James. For him, it doesn't matter whether it's Jordan or James who makes it to the playoffs in eighth place.
But just like Big Ben and the live commentators said, the team can't play the playoffs with this mentality.
He knocked on the tactical board and told Artest, "If you can't even handle him, how do you expect to handle Paul Pierce from Indianapolis? Do you want us to lose the championship?"
"Enough, Rick, I'll take care of him right away!"
After the timeout ended, Ron Artest took to the court, cursing under his breath.
On the first attack after returning, Artest's awkward three-point shot clanged just like James's.
James flashed a mocking smile, then sprinted forward for a direct counterattack.
