One Thousand Three Hundred and Ten: Assist Yourself

Link's momentum gave James a hint of danger.

The Grizzlies were obviously very tired today. Although they only played one round, this team, which had already won 32 consecutive games, showed its fatigue.

Just now, JaMychal Green's defensive reaction was obviously half a beat too slow. When Link started the fast break, no Grizzlies player could keep up with the rhythm.

This was a good thing for the Lakers, but the state Link showed at this time left James with lingering fears.

This guy knew that his teammates might not perform well today, so as soon as the game started, he planned to start the violent mode directly.

This is what James is most worried about!

He hasn't forgotten how Link scored 61 points at Staples a few months ago.

James was really scared.

He didn't want something like this to happen to him again.

Just now, Link succeeded in a Grizzlies layup despite being double-teamed by three people, which already gave James a warning.

But then again, with the rest of the Grizzlies team so tired, Link's physical fitness shouldn't be much better.

Maybe he could grit his teeth and persevere in the first quarter, but James believes that as long as he continues to use up, Link will definitely "explode."

Everyone has his limit, even Link!

Thinking of this, James calmed down his mood.

He believed that Link wouldn't be proud for too long today.

Link stood on the free throw line and when he received the ball from the referee, he couldn't help but take a deep breath and adjust his breathing.

"Damn it!" Link discovered that he was out of breath after just one round of fighting.

Even though the game has just begun, the attack and defense that just passed took a lot of energy from Link.

On the defensive end, he first defended Davis, and then quickly ran back to defend James from beyond the three-point line.

After being pushed to the basket by James, after experiencing a fierce confrontation, Link quickly broke out and sprinted for a fast break.

Finally, he took off for a layup despite interference from three opponents.

This routine is really tiring.

Link shook his head. This may be the epitome of today's game.

There are plenty of moments like this in this game.

After Link's breathing became smooth, he started to take free throws.

The basketball hit the ball steadily, and Link hit a three-pointer and succeeded. As soon as they came up, the two sides started a bloody battle mode of "bayonet fight".

When retreating, Link clapped his hands to signal everyone to cheer up.

He hopes to convey his energy to his teammates.

In the defense just now, Link successfully exchanged his aggressive running for the Lakers' victory.

But it was obvious that no matter how hard Link fought or how fast he ran, he could not cover the entire half of the field by himself.

This time the Lakers attacked, McGee and James played a screen to cooperate.

Link squeezed away from McGee and quickly returned to James. Every confrontation quickly depleted Link's already nearly depleted physical energy.

This is what James wants. It's like driving a car that's almost out of gas. If you continue to drive violently and slam on the accelerator, it won't be long before it breaks down on the road.

Link is now in a state of slamming on the accelerator. Sooner or later, James will drain Link's fuel tank!

Link returned to James immediately, but this time, James did not force the attack, but threw the ball high when Link was in position.

Link turned his head and saw that, sure enough, McGee, who was coming down behind the screen, had already shaken off Jokic.

Jokic is not fast to begin with.

Today, due to physical exhaustion, he was even slower than usual.

Against a Jokic who can't run at all, an athletic center like McGee simply doesn't feel comfortable.

McGee jumped easily and caught James' pass. And what about Jokic? He could only look up from behind McGee.

McGee dunked the ball into the frame, and James and McGee cooperated successfully!

Staples exploded instantly, and the Lakers responded so quickly, which really boosted morale.

Link shook his head, there was indeed nothing he could do about it.

The Lakers are not a weak team to begin with, and today they just happened to have their physical strength drained out. It will definitely be difficult on the defensive end.

Link also knew that he could not guard the five opposing positions all by himself.

He can only do his best.

What should I do if I get scored on? Don't be discouraged, just try to catch up again!

In the Grizzlies' subsequent attack, Conley passed the ball to Dillon Brooks, who successfully cut into the penalty area.

Brooks is indeed active, but it is obvious that his speed is still a little slower than before.

After catching the ball, Brooks took two big steps and went straight for a layup.

But as soon as he got up, Danny Green, who was chasing after him, slapped the basketball away.

Danny Green's athletic ability is underestimated. The shocking putback dunk he completed with the Lakers this year is enough to prove that his running and jumping ability is still very good.

This time, facing Brooks, whose bullet speed had dropped significantly, Green showed no mercy and directly slapped the ball out of the baseline.

Brooks gritted his teeth and was very unwilling. But there was no way, he had tried his best.

"The Grizzlies are very unlucky. If they can get a day or two to rest before playing this game, I think they will be more likely to win 33 consecutive games. It's a pity that at this critical node , what greeted them was a back-to-back game.”

Mike Brin shook his head. Luck is also an integral part of history.

Although the ball still belongs to the Grizzlies, Danny Green's defense is undoubtedly successful.

The tired grizzly bear wants to fight his way out, but it's not that simple.

Next, Jokic was about to serve a baseline kick, but Link called him over and whispered a few words.

While people were still speculating on what Link and Jokic were talking about, Jokic stepped onto the court. Instead, Link stood outside the baseline, ready to serve!

"What's going on? It was actually Link who shot the side kick." Mike Brin also scratched his head. Logically speaking, it shouldn't be!

James didn't know what Link was thinking. He only knew that with the physical condition of the Grizzlies players today, it would be difficult for them to get rid of the defensive players to respond.

James turned his back to the baseline and directed his teammates to defend, signaling everyone not to give the opponent room to catch the ball.

At the same time, the referee blew the whistle and handed the ball to Link.

However, the next second, James only felt as if his back was hit with a ball.

Suddenly, James suddenly realized! He turned around immediately, but Link had already got the basketball and broke through along the baseline!

"Link served himself! He hit the ball on James' back and bounced it back. How bold!"

Mike Brin smiled and shook his head. It turned out that this was Link's intention to take the initiative to serve the baseline ball.

Although this routine of hitting the ball on someone else's back and then bouncing it off and passing the ball to yourself is not the first time this has appeared in the NBA.

But this is very telling about Link's psychology today.

After his teammates failed in attack, he was determined to take over everything!

Link's unexpected baseline serve allowed him to easily score a layup.

After his teammates failed in attack, Link stepped up in time to fill the scoring gap.

The Lakers fell behind again, and Link scored 5 points in a row!

James looked at Link passing by him after the layup landed, and he was stunned.

Is it okay to assist myself? This operation is really creative.

The morale that the Lakers had finally built up was suddenly suppressed by Link's autobiography.

Link's expression remained determined, and he did not feel that he was being cornered.

Who will be in despair in the end? I don’t know for sure!

This time, the Lakers players are also more energetic. They still didn't believe it would be so difficult to take the lead over the tired Grizzlies!

In the next round, Anthony Davis made a pull-up mid-range shot over Green and scored easily.

The Lakers are close to the score again.

But when he was about to take the lead, Link succeeded in beating James with a back-up, and the point difference was widened again!

After one round, James broke through and assisted "Elixir" Danny Green in a three-pointer, evening the score in one fell swoop!

Just when the Lakers were about to take the lead in one go, Link stood up again!

This time, Link tried to make a breakthrough, but unexpectedly made a pull-up shot one step inside from the three-point line.

This distance is the most cost-effective shooting distance, because if you step back, you can get a three-pointer, and if you step forward, it will be easier to hit.

This legendary long two-point shot is something most players don't like to shoot.

Therefore, James was defenseless against this shot. He didn't expect that Link would choose to suddenly jump from that position.

But Link can't think about the cost-effectiveness issue now. As long as there is a chance, he has to vote!

Because James didn't react in time, Link's two-pointer hit the net crisply!

The Grizzlies took the lead again, and the Lakers' dream of overtaking the score was shattered again!

Link single-handedly scored the Grizzlies' first 9 points today. He single-handedly led the Grizzlies to compete with the Lakers.

Nine points in a single quarter may not sound like a big deal, but if a player can score 9 points in every quarter, he can also score 36 points in the entire game!

Nine points is really a lot, not to mention that the first quarter of the game has just begun. God knows what Link's score in the first quarter will be in the end...

James swallowed, Link's desire to attack today was simply chilling.

He can only place all his hopes on the second half of the game now.

In the second half, Link will definitely collapse. His physical energy cannot be so abundant.

As for the first half...

James curled his lips and could only try his best to resist Link's incredible firepower.

Old Man Zhan's first half is destined to be very difficult.