However, a loss is a loss, and Su Wan isn't a sore loser. When Francis hit that "Super Long Three Points," he just gave a thumbs up.
The post-game atmosphere wasn't that harmonious though.
Howard, who scored 20 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in this game, told the media directly, "I hope everyone can see that the 2004 class isn't just about Su, there are other excellent rookies too, and we've changed a lot since our rookie season."
What Howard really meant by "we" was himself.
In his second professional season, so far he's been averaging 16 points, 12.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game, showing signs of developing into a top-tier big man.
Still, his media exposure remained about the same as last season, which frustrated him.
After defeating the "back-to-back" Pacers, he finally found an opportunity to vent.
When Su Wan heard that Howard was stirring things up after the game, he just repeated, "OK, OK!"
The enmity was established.
