One Thousand and Thirty Three: Imperfect Monster
All the Grizzlies fans in front of the TV were stunned.
After blocking the shot, one-stop counterattack dunks, this is something Link often does to others.
But few people could act so recklessly on Link's head.
How difficult is it to block Link? Once, the Heat's three giants tried to block Link at the same time, but Link used an exaggerated rebound to defuse the situation.
It is even more difficult to successfully dunk while avoiding his anger after blocking Link.
As we all know, Link is a man who takes revenge. The most important thing is that he does have the ability to take revenge.
If you cover him, he will definitely cover you back at all costs.
They say no counterattack is safe against the Grizzlies.
Because you don't know when Link will appear behind you and press the basketball in your hand to the backboard.
But something that seemed almost impossible just happened to Link.
Giannis Antetokounmpo not only blocked Link, but also successfully counterattacked. As soon as he came up, he did something that others couldn't do, directly challenging Link's dominance in the league!
This may be the first time in so many years that Link's start is so embarrassing.
"In the last game, Paul George was blocked several times by Antetokounmpo in a similar way. It turns out that Antetokounmpo does have the ability to defend the league's top scorers. I don't know today, Link Will he follow George's path again?"
Milwaukee commentator gets excited, if Antetokounmpo does win today...
Then this alliance is probably going to change dynasties as well!
The Grizzlies attacked for the second time. This time, Wade decided to help the Grizzlies resolve the crisis. The entire burden could not be placed on Link alone.
However, Middleton is also a character who is not easy to mess with.
Like Klay Thompson, he is not very physically fit, but he excels in defense and does not make mistakes.
Wade was entangled by Middleton, who was taller than him and had extremely slender arms. It was really difficult to resist, so he planned to pass the ball to Gasol.
But before Gasol could catch the basketball, John Henson suddenly stretched out his arm and destroyed the pass.
"Damn it!" Wade cursed secretly and immediately retreated.
Wade thought he had no problem passing the ball just now. Under normal circumstances, Gasol should be able to catch this kind of ball easily.
But Wade ignored the abnormal wingspan of the Bucks players. Passing the ball safely in front of others may not necessarily be safe in front of the Bucks.
John Henson is 2.11 meters tall, but has a terrifying wingspan of 2.26 meters!
The wingspan is a full 15 centimeters longer than the height!
The defensive range of these long arms is naturally larger than that of others.
From Antetokounmpo to Middleton to John Henson, Bucks players used their excellent physical conditions to weave a tight defense.
The Grizzlies have tasted the power of Milwaukee's "Long Arms"!
Henson did not hesitate and handed the ball to Antetokounmpo immediately.
Link quickly followed, but just like before, he found that it was not easy to catch up with Antetokounmpo.
That guy's steps are really too big!
In the end, Link reluctantly caught up, but he didn't complete the block.
Antetokounmpo lifted the basketball high and gently put it into the basket.
Link waved his arms, but he was still a hair away from the basketball.
Antetokounmpo’s height and wingspan,
It's not that easy to block his layup.
"Another beautiful counterattack, well done to Giannis! The Grizzlies are in a tough battle. They are now struggling on both ends of the offense and defense."
The cheers inside the Bradley Center grew louder, if at first they weren't very confident in the team. So now, they all undoubtedly believe that the Bucks can win!
Subsequently, Antetokounmpo continued to display his talent unscrupulously.
He turned his back in the low post and walked to the basket, straightening his arms for a layup.
Link was not actually out of position, but Antetokounmpo's long arms made him send the ball directly to the basket through Link. This incredible goal was a surprise to Antetokounmpo. It's a routine operation.
Jabari and Parker broke through to attract the defense. After the Grizzlies shrunk as a whole, they hit the ball to Antetokounmpo who was ambushing on the baseline.
Link quickly rushed towards "Antetokounmpo", and at the same time, the rest of the Grizzlies also shrank to the basket.
However, Antetokounmpo used a beautiful lever action to avoid a bunch of arm blocks and score the ball!
Of course, Antetokounmpo can do much more than just score.
He can fight for rebounds with Gasol, an orthodox center, in the interior. In counterattacks, he can not only attack the frame, but also find teammates with better opportunities to help them get easy scoring opportunities.
On the defensive end, he is proficient in steals, blocks, and confrontations!
Antetokounmpo completely controlled the scene. He made the fans in the Bradley Center no longer feel inferior!
By the end of the first quarter, the Bradley Center was no longer as calm as it once was.
Instead, there was extreme fanaticism! The long-suppressed emotions of Milwaukee fans finally burst out.
Now, they can confidently say that the Bucks are a strong team!
"30 to 21, Antetokounmpo scored 12 points in a single quarter, and the Milwaukee Bucks took a 9-point lead in a single quarter! What did we see? We saw that the Memphis Grizzlies were overwhelmed by the Milwaukee Bucks! Link was almost suppressed by Antetokounmpo in the first quarter!"
Not to mention Memphis fans and neutral fans, even local Milwaukee fans can't believe this is true!
That No. 34, that "homegrown" Bucks player, that guy who wasn't even selected in the lottery, actually suppressed Link!
incredible!
He blocked the shot over Link's head, and he pulled up the lever for a layup right under Link's nose.
Once he charges up, even Link's pursuit has no effect at all.
He scored 12 points in a single quarter, but only allowed Link to score 7 points.
It seems that Antetokounmpo and Link have decided the winner!
Indeed, Link was once the strongest in this alliance.
But now Antetokounmpo seems to be above everyone.
"I think Link won't be able to get an early rest today!"
Link walked off the court, breathing heavily.
The last time he felt the game was so difficult was last season's Western Conference Finals.
But facing the "Galaxy Battleship" Warriors, Link didn't feel that it was one of their players that left him helpless.
In last year's Western Conference finals, Link lost to the entire Warriors team, not Durant alone, not Curry alone.
But today, Link was suppressed by Antetokounmpo and was very passive.
That guy is truly a monster, he has the perfect combination of size and athleticism.
This is the first time in many years that Link is in trouble because of one of the opponent's players!
"Antetokounmpo is declaring his dominance over this league, did you see it? Link was completely beaten and couldn't hold his head up!"
"The size difference between the two is too big. The Grizzlies should not use Link to defend Antetokounmpo."
"No matter who they replace, I believe Antetokounmpo will continue to wreak havoc, just like he did to the Pacers!"
On the commentary table, the two Milwaukee commentators were starting to get a little carried away.
In their view, the next three quarters were a live broadcast of Antetokounmpo overturning the league, and Link had no chance at all!
But Link won't give up so quickly. He did lose one quarter, but that doesn't mean he lost the entire game!
Antetokounmpo will definitely not be able to be dealt with using conventional one-on-one methods.
Link knew that unconventional players must be dealt with by some unconventional means.
"Link, I need you to wait for him to come in, let him shoot, and prevent him from breaking through! Harrell, come on, I need you to use your mobility to help defend that monster at any time! Cheer up, we haven't yet Lose!"
As soon as Link walked off the court, Dave Joger picked up the tactical board and shouted.
Link smiled, and they thought of going together!
This monster is indeed more difficult, but it is not invincible.
On the contrary, Antetokounmpo's shortcomings are obvious...