Previously, Hansen spoke of James and still left him some face, but this time he didn't hold back at all.
Hansen's remarks were quickly reported by the media before the game.
This also sparked another round of debate on social media.
"Even though he has won two championships, Han's mouth is still as big as ever, not at all like a superstar should be."
(So what should a superstar be like? Swept in the Finals consecutively and getting traded twice in three years?)
"What do you mean shut down? Can you really prevent a player who averages 30 points per game from scoring?"
(Six points are still possible.)
"Do you believe the Grizzlies will lose tonight? Without Little Gasol, the Grizzlies' interior defense is just not working, even Parker blew past them."
(What kind of team are the Spurs, and what's your team? Parker has four championships, how many do you have?)
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That night at Madison Square Garden, the stadium was packed.
