One Hundred and Eighty-Eight: The Iron Guard of Memphis

Hollins' strategy worked, and the Grizzlies' onslaught stunned the Thunder in the opening game. Link's one pass, one defense, and one attack gave the Grizzlies a 6-0 lead as soon as they came up.

The Thunder are now in a dilemma. They don't know whether to stick to the basket or spend more time outside the three-point line. It seems that these two guys, Link and Mayo, will not be soft-hearted today.

After 6-0, the Grizzlies kept the rhythm in check. Moreover, at this time, something happened that gave Brooks a very headache. Durant did not take action!

Link pressed Durant to the point of exaggeration. He first made Durant unable to catch the ball. Even if he could catch the ball, Durant would not dare to luck.

Durant is now afraid of mistakes, afraid of wasting opportunities. In the first few rounds of the first quarter, Link's excellent performance made Durant extremely jealous.

So, Durant struggled throughout the first quarter and even the first half. It can even be said that it is a little too cautious.

Fortunately, Westbrook performed well in the first half of the game, scoring 15 points on 6 of 10 shots, and the Thunder did not let the Grizzlies collapse directly.

However, Shane Battier made a mid-range shot at the buzzer in the second quarter, allowing the Thunder to enter the second half with a 6-point disadvantage. Thunder can only say that there is no collapse, but it is not dominant.

"The Grizzlies played very well in the first half. Mayo scored 10 points in the first half and made 4 of 6 shots. His performance is commendable. The change of coach Hollins made the Thunder too late to react. ... Kevin Durant has to step up his offense. Otherwise, he really deserves the title of the league's scoring champion." Hubie Brown looked at Durant's score as soon as halftime ended. data sheet.

Throughout the first half, Durant was very embarrassed by the wheel battles of Link, Tony Allen and Shane Battier. However, after looking at the data, I found that it was even more embarrassing.

In the first half, as a scorer, Durant was forced to shoot only 4 times! The two quarters add up to only 7 points.

If Durant can play normally, the Thunder can continue to live today. But if Durant still backs down in the second half, the Grizzlies will make a historic trip to the Western Conference semifinals!

Scott Brooks also understands this truth, Durant played too decisively in the first half. So this halftime, Brooks' first request after returning to the locker room was, "Kevin, I need you to take more shots in the second half of the game!"

Relying on defense, the Thunder must not be able to defend today. The Grizzlies have opened beyond the three-point line, and Randolph has also regained his form in the inside attack. Therefore, the Thunder can only win by attacking as before.

But without the blessing of the scoring champion, the Thunder's offense may not necessarily be stronger than the Grizzlies.

Brooks needs Durant now, and Durant is also very clear that he must carry the team forward! In the second half, even if the situation will be very difficult, Durant has to shoot.

"I'll work hard, boss!" Durant nodded lightly, but he was actually very uneasy inside. What kind of defense he encountered in the first half, only he knows.

On the other hand, Tony Allen and Shane Battier, two defensive giants, sat beside Link and taught him the skills of defending Durant.

They all know that the Thunder are now behind, so Durant is bound to increase the proportion of shots in the second half. Link's pressure on the defensive end will skyrocket, depending on whether he can withstand it.

"Okay, don't be so nervous, it's Durant who should be nervous! What is the scoring champion, there is no scoring champion at FedEx Arena!" Link waved his hand, and it was Durant's first half today. From the performance point of view, he is confident to get the guy

Confused about defending the league's scoring title in the playoffs? Link believes that,

After today, the world will report on his amazing defense!

Hubie Brown looked around, unable to believe that this was a city that had just been hit by floods. The sport of basketball may never have been so popular in Memphis.

In the past in the playoffs, the Grizzlies were spectators who were swept in the first round. In recent years, he has not even made it to the playoffs. Most people thought the Grizzlies had run out of people in Memphis. Yet look now, and look at all of Memphis. The whole city is crazy about basketball.

At this moment, the stands became restless, and countless fans shouted Link's name. Hubie Brown jumped with excitement when he saw a man with his wife and children. He carried his son, and then asked his son to hold up a sign.

The above content made Hubie Brown feel excited, "Memphis, never compromise!"

Of course Hubie Brown didn't know that this sentence was actually changed from Link's mouth, and it was changed by a fan who cheered for Link on the street today. The whole city is now participating in this game.

Link also saw the signboard and gave the fans a thumbs up. Everything that happened today is the source of Link's strength.

If you want to win the game, you must lock the scoring champion, then let me lock him!

Durant just passed halftime when he saw Link's beast-like eyes. Really, just seeing Link's eyes made Durant feel tired.

He's had enough!

Every round, unreserved close pressing. Every round, tough to rough physical confrontation. Every cover can be deftly bypassed and returned to you.

Even the league's leading scorer would feel hopeless against such a defense.

In the Western Conference finals last year, Kobe, who was also a super scorer, also encountered a tough defender, Grant Hill. It's a pity that the guy in front of Durant is faster, rougher, with longer arms and just as smart than the guy Bryant faced last season.

Pressing closely, Link persisted for the entire first half, and he did not intend to relax in the second half. Durant wants to cut in? Yes, but only if Westbrook can get the ball to Durant.

Link's long arms and clever positioning have made it normal for Durant to miss the ball. There were several rounds in the first half, and Durant was isolated by Link to the bottom right corner, forcing the Thunder to have only four offensive tactics.

But this time, Durant can't just stand and watch. His team needs him and he has to bring the game back to Oklahoma City!

So, Durant shoved Link roughly, and then immediately ran back out, raising his hand for the ball!

Link gritted his teeth to keep up, it seems that Durant has also killed the red eye! But it doesn't matter, in the second half, Link also prepared a big gift for Durant!

Durant finally received the basketball, but found that the real nightmare had just arrived. This time Link not only pressed, but also used tricks!

He resisted Durant's lower plate, and then his upper limbs made active contact! Durant is now out of luck, and he doesn't dare to vote. He is simply restricted to death!

When a player has the combination of Hill, Tony Allen and Shane Battier's defensive abilities, well... the scorer has to kneel.

At least it's more than enough to deal with the immature Durant. Link knew that in another two or three years, this kind of trick would no longer apply to Durant, who had practiced offense with the ball. But who cares two or three years from now? Link just wants to drag Thunder into hell now!

Durant couldn't get any space, and Link's defense made him uncomfortable. Durant then decided to post up, this is the only way!

"Post singles, this way, kd can take advantage of his height and arm length!"

Durant turned his back and pushed back, and Link responded forcefully! Durant continued to recoil for the second time, and increased his strength! But when he bumped back, he didn't hit anything. Instead, he stumbled a few steps and fell to the ground!

Link just deliberately exerted force, to lure Durant to increase his recoil. Then suddenly withdrew the stool, and Durant, who was emptied, was naturally "unsteady".

"Link's defense is very smart, he can handle almost any offense! Durant fell, he was looking for his teammates on the floor, but before he could pass the ball, Link took the basketball from his hand without any Be merciful! The Grizzlies fought back quickly, and Durant was still sitting on the ground in embarrassment!"

Durant sat on the ground, embarrassed. The first attack in the second half, he still failed to shoot. By the time he got up, Link had assisted Mayo for a layup.

Looking at Link roaring and celebrating, Durant was extremely frustrated.

Undrafted, the other party is undrafted! And what about yourself? Scorer? This title seems to be no longer an honor, but an irony!

This time, Durant didn't even dare to approach the three-point line. He knew that once he got close, Link would be like a magnet, sucking you in.

He asked for the ball again, and then shot directly from one step away from the three-point line!

"Kevin shot directly at the three-point line, he is full of confidence!" Kevin Harlan shouted passionately, while Hubby Brown shook his head.

What kind of confidence is this, it is simply a helpless compromise. For Durant, being able to shoot seems like a victory. It's not easy for that kid to push the scoring champion to this stage.

Most of the undrafted players rely on defense to establish themselves in the league, but don't forget that in addition to defending, Link's scoring ability is also very strong. Hubie Brown didn't know where Link's upper limit was, as if his opponent was as strong as he could be!

"Boom!"

Durant's ultra-long three-pointer still didn't make it, because Link still didn't let Durant go, even though he had been forced to shoot from such a long position.

This time, although Durant made a successful shot, he still didn't score. Invisibly, the frustration of the scoring champion has multiplied!

After defending Durant, Link immediately rushed forward frantically and received a long pass from Conley! At this time, Durant was still in place. Watching Link take off in the penalty area and smash the ball into the basket with one hand!ァ新ヤ~⑧~1~中文网ωωω.χ~⒏~1zщ.còм

"10 points! Link's dunk gave the Grizzlies a 10-point lead! Coach Brooks paused and the entire FedEx Arena was like a volcanic eruption! Crazy, Link was totally crazy today. He won't give Durant a chance, not a chance for the Thunder. He's going to kill the series right here, in his own home, in front of the Grizzlies fans!"

The old man Hubi blushed with excitement. Kevin Harlan took out the spare medicine, really worried that Hubi's blood pressure would soar and cause a cerebral hemorrhage. New 81 Chinese website updates the fastest mobile terminal: https:/

"If Durant is a super scorer, then today, Link is a super defensive player! The flood has dissipated, but Link's terrifying reputation will live on in the FedEx Arena forever! He is the iron guard of Memphis, He guards every inch of land and glory here!"

Under Hubby's commentary, Link walked off the court. He didn't know yet that he had a new nickname.

Iron Guard of Memphis.