One Thousand and Thirty-Two: Murderous Intent in Calmness

"Oh my god, this kid... is so enviable."

Watching Antetokounmpo's game video, Wade kept feeling emotional.

I thought Durant was perverted enough, and I thought he would be unique.

But now, a player who is more abnormal than Durant in terms of physical conditions has emerged.

"Link, are you sure you can handle this beast?" Wade was really worried. This was not because he didn't trust Link, but because the other party was so unconventional!

In the video, Antetokounmpo's athletic ability and physical fitness seem to be completely different from others. You know, this is in the NBA!

In the era when Wade was young, it was impossible for such a player to exist. Andrei Kirilenko? Compared with Antetokounmpo, Kirilenko seems too "normal".

If you watch Antetokounmpo's game videos, you will know that many teams cannot use the third position to defend against him, but have to directly use the fifth position to confront him!

The reason is simple, the real No. 3 player can't stop him at all!

However, the player at position 5 was also very passive against the Greeks.

Antetokounmpo's flexibility is unmatched by most five players in the league.

Although he is also a big man, Antetokounmpo does not feel bulky at all. He often performs great tricks to get past the opponent's center in one step. Even Drummond a few days ago was not spared.

Therefore, no matter who Antetokounmpo is playing against, it seems that he is playing out of position.

As flexible as him, not as tall or as strong as him. People who are as tall and strong as him are always easily passed by him.

This is Antetokounmpo's advantage. This gap in physical fitness and conditions cannot be made up by hard work and skills.

"To be honest... I really don't know what the outcome will be." Link shook his head. Indeed, this was not the first time he had played against Antetokounmpo.

But the current Antetokounmpo cannot be compared with the previous one.

This was the first time in the true sense that Link faced off against "Antetokounmpo" after he became a star.

"However, I am used to playing against such tall forwards. Kevin Durant and I have fought for so many years, and we only won once last season. I think, against this kind of forward, I should It’s a bit of experience.”

"Okay, don't think so much, Dwayne. Get some rest early. Everything will be revealed tomorrow night."

Seeing Link's calm look, Wade curled his lips.

People say Antetokounmpo is a monster, so why not Link?

Wade said that Link is a monster, not because of his powerful abilities, but because of his attitude towards the game!

Wade thought to himself that if it were LeBron sitting next to him now, James might be worried.

However, Link gives people a feeling of excitement!

Get excited because you are about to face a powerful enemy!

Link's warlike and competitive mood was pouring out.

This kind of monster can never be defeated psychologically.

Wade didn't know if Link had the same mentality when he faced the Heat's Big Three.

He seemed to have found the real reason why the Heat lost to Link for two consecutive years.

This time, the "Greek Monster" won't be killing people unilaterally. On his way forward, another "monster" stood in front of him.

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The Bradley Center was packed on the night of November 4th. Wesley Edens, one of the owners of the Bucks, assured that,

He has never seen anything like this since acquiring the Bucks in 2014.

As early as a day ago, the tickets for this game were sold out.

In the square outside the Bradley Center, even in the cold wind and temperatures close to 0°C, the fans who had not bought tickets were still enthusiastic and gathered together to cheer for the team.

Not since Ray Allen has the basketball atmosphere in Milwaukee been so strong.

And all this is because of the Greek with a convoluted name.

Michael Reed? Andrew Bogut, Brandon Jennings and Monta Ellis?

Sorry, none of them made such a big splash in Milwaukee.

But this time with Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukeeans really see hope!

Inside the stadium, the players' hearts were also very hot.

While both sides were still warming up, the fighting atmosphere was heating up.

Even if you put aside the factors of Link and Antetokounmpo, both teams will go all out today.

After all, one of them has won four games in a row and the other has won three games in a row, both of them are in good momentum.

Only the side that performs better and fights harder can continue the winning streak.

Link has been very serious since he entered the scene. His state is completely different from the previous few days!

In the first four games, against the Knicks, Wizards and Timberwolves, Link felt relaxed.

He steps onto the court with ease, plays the game with ease, and walks away with the win with ease.

But today, Wade found that Link was frowning from beginning to end.

It seems that Link is ready to show off his full strength today.

Before the game started, Antetokounmpo walked towards Link with a smile.

Looking at Antetokounmpo's honest smile, it's really easy to ignore his danger.

But Link knew that this guy was by no means as gentle as he appeared on the court.

"Link, I'm so happy to play against you so early in the season!" Antetokounmpo and Link hugged gently.

The moment he was hugged by Antetokounmpo, Link felt as if his whole body had become smaller.

He is 2.03 meters tall and can compete with James and even play the No. 5 position, but he looks very petite in Antetokounmpo's arms...

When you get up close with Antetokounmpo, you will find that his figure is more terrifying than it looks on TV!

Although Durant is also tall, he is thin! So from a visual point of view, Durant doesn't seem that scary.

But Antetokounmpo is different. This guy has a big frame, coupled with LeBron James-style tendons.

Just looking at it is quite intimidating.

"You played well in the first four games, Giannis." Link patted Antetokounmpo on the back, because patting on the shoulder would make him look shorter...

"Hey, none of them can be compared with the Grizzlies. In my opinion, not even the Warriors. So defeating them is not that big of a deal, but defeating you is!" Antetokounmpo scratched his head, as if he saw an idol. The little fanboy who felt shy later.

"Work hard, although I don't want you to win." Link waved his hand, he was really at a loss when facing such a "cute" opponent.

"Don't worry Link, I will do it! I will try my best to show my best side! I am no longer the same as before, Link, I will not let you down!"

"Uh..." Link was speechless. It felt like his encouragement actually aroused the boy's desire to fight.

After exchanging a few words, the two separated and the game was about to begin.

This game may be the least explosive game since the start of the Grizzlies season.

Bucks fans don't have any deep hatred for the Grizzlies, and the Grizzlies have never had any issues with the Bucks in recent years.

Everything looked very calm, and when the first two teams entered the court, the cheers were not even enthusiastic.

On the Bucks' side, head coach Kidd sent out a bunch of tall and long-armed "bamboo pole monsters."

Ever since Antetokounmpo became famous, the Bucks have been very fond of players with such height and long arms.

In this year's draft, they also selected South Sudanese player Thorne Maker, whose body proportions look similar to Manute Bol's.

It can be seen that the Bucks want to recruit players with outstanding physical conditions as much as possible.

And their starting players are almost all slender types.

John Henson, Jabari Parker, Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton...

Except for the starting point guard and former Grizzlies player Dellavedova, who is not that exaggerated in stature, the others are all gibbons.

This is a team that is extremely physically gifted and full of energy.

And soon, the Grizzlies felt the energy.

Gasol fought for the first possession from Henson. Until now, the atmosphere in the Bradley Center has been relatively calm.

Conley handed the ball to Link just after halftime. After Link caught the ball, his eyes suddenly darkened.

Antetokounmpo, leaning forward with open arms, was like a wall, even blocking the light!

Link was not afraid. He dribbled the ball alternately with both hands, looking for a breakthrough rhythm.

Wade on the side swallowed his saliva. Antetokounmpo's defensive area was intimidating, and only Link had the courage to fight him alone.

Moreover, this seems to be Link's strongest desire to attack since the beginning of the season!

Antetokounmpo's center of gravity swayed with Link. Link seized the momentary opportunity, suddenly accelerated, and rushed past Antetokounmpo!

The Greek hurried to keep up, his greater strides than the others allowing him to easily hold his defensive position.

Link saw that it was very difficult to directly pass Antetokounmpo, so he suddenly stopped, retreated, and shot a jumper!

The sudden stop and step-back jump shot has become one of Link's signature moves.

Countless well-known superstars have been beaten down by Link's move. And there are countless stars who have been knocked down directly by one move.

Link is very confident because he did distance himself from Antetokounmpo and gain space.

However, just as Link threw the ball, he saw a big hand suddenly jump into the air and slap it hard.

"How is that possible!?" Link's eyes widened. He had not been shocked by his opponent for many years.

"Snapped!"

The basketball thrown by Link was slapped back hard by Antetokounmpo. Indeed, the distance between Link and Antetokounmpo was widened.

This distance is enough for Link to score in front of others. But in front of the "Greek Monster" with an extremely abnormal height and wingspan, this distance is not safe enough!

"Boom!" Finally, the fans cheered in the Bradley Center.

This peaceful atmosphere was broken in an instant.

On the surface, Antetokounmpo was polite to Link, and the fans at the scene had no ill will toward the Grizzlies.

But the Milwaukee Bucks' murderous spirit is often hidden in this friendly atmosphere.

After blocking Link, Antetokounmpo took two big steps forward to get the basketball, and then counterattacked!

In just three or two steps, Antetokounmpo threw away all the Grizzlies players and went straight to the basket.

Everyone held their breath, they all knew that the basket was going to suffer.

"Oh ho ho! Powerful tomahawk chop! God, did you see it? The backboard is still shaking until now! Incredible Giannis, he actually blocked Link and completed the counterattack in one go! I thought, It’s been a long time since anyone in this league could do something like this to Link!”

As soon as the game started, the on-site commentator started yelling.

What about Antetokounmpo? He looked at Link and scratched his head sheepishly, "Good luck, good luck, hehe."

This time, Link won’t find Antetokounmpo “cute.”

In Milwaukee, murder is always hidden in the calm.