Four Hundred and Ninety-One: Finals Preview

When Link returned to the locker room and saw the Heat win their 12th straight game in double overtime at home, he was silent.

Because of this fierce match, some memories were aroused in Link's mind, some about the winning streak.

For most Chinese fans, the most impressive NBA winning streak is naturally the Rockets' 22-game winning streak.

Although neither McGrady nor Yao Ming participated in this 22-game winning streak, it is still regarded as a classic by Rocket fans, and it is a red memory that most people cannot erase.

The Heat's double overtime win over the Kings at home reminded Link of another famous winning streak.

In the original history, the defending champion Miami Heat, as if in 2013, created a record-breaking 27-game winning streak...52 days, only one game lost, James will be the league's longest winning streak second The number of famous shows has been extended to 27!

Maybe many people have forgotten that the Heat once did this earth-shattering event, but only when the string of memory is plucked, they will immediately remember.

"Link, why is it just a regular season game, don't be so unhappy." Randolph looked at Link, whose eyes were dull, and went up to comfort a few words.

It's really frustrating not to get ten consecutive victories, but Randolph feels that the loss of this game is not something unacceptable.

Link's eyes weren't dulled by the loss, however. Link suddenly sat in front of the locker because the Grizzlies' opponent in the next game is the Miami Heat, which is in the midst of a 27-game winning streak!

Now, the Heat have just accumulated to 12 game winning streak. After this, there are 15 consecutive victories waiting for the Heat.

Standing at this crossroads that was enough to change the history of the alliance, Link was a little dazed.

Before Link changed history, it was also a change in details. For example, changing the regular season rankings, changing the playoffs, and so on. But this time, what lies in front of Link is a major historical event!

The NBA's second longest winning streak and the longest winning streak since the 21st century. Link doesn't know whether this record will continue according to history, or will it be destroyed by himself!

If the next game is won, then there will be no Heat's 27-game winning streak in this world, and the second-longest winning streak in the league will still be the 22-game winning streak created by the Rockets.

Thinking of this,

Link's gaze changed from dull to expectant.

He is excited!

To be able to personally destroy the great record of the other party is what the villain should do!

Although the league will have a great record on this, God knows, will the Grizzlies replace the Heat and create a new winning streak in the future?

It's really exciting to break in the middle of a 27-game winning streak, but it's also quite difficult.

After all, the Heat, who are in the 27-game winning streak, are quite difficult to play.

On the last day of February, the Grizzlies did not play. But even so, the Grizzlies players can not rest. Because at noon, Stevens planned to take everyone to Miami.

"Yeah, going to Miami at noon. You know, this game is very important, so we need enough time to prepare. Rest assured, Miami is a city that claims to be summer all year round, and we won't be trapped in snow again. "

Link was on the phone with Rachel while packing his luggage. Said to be luggage, in fact, there is nothing to pack. Everything you need to play basketball is provided by the team's equipment manager.

Players only need to bring their own personal items, which is completely sufficient. And Link had basically nothing to bring except shoes and clothes. Unlike Nick Young and Randolph, he had to move the game console to the road.

"You must persevere in tomorrow's game, but don't be easily knocked down by James. His recent performance is too strong. I think the whole world may be waiting to see you and him duel."

"Don't worry, I have played with him this season, and I know it well." Link smiled, although the Grizzlies and the Heat have only played once this season, and they did so early in the season.

But that game Link scored his first triple-double of the season and won, so Link was impressed.

"No, LeBron is different now than he was at the beginning of the season, Link. You should know the record he broke the other day."

"Of course, of course I know those records of him." When he heard the word "record", Link instantly became a lot more serious. Because what James did a few days ago was really too fierce!

The Heat's first win in their 12-game winning streak was on February 4, 2013, when the Heat beat the Raptors 100-85. James scored 30 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists while shooting 62.5%.

The second victory was on February 5, 2013, when the Heat beat the Bobcats 99-94 at home. James made 13 of 14 shots, scored 31 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists, and the shooting rate was as high as 92.9%!

The third victory, on February 7, 2013, the Heat beat the Rockets 114 to 108 at home. James scored 32 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, shooting 61.1%...

Until the sixth win, on February 13, 2013, the Heat beat the Blazers 117 to 104 at home. James scored 30 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists while shooting 73.3%.

The special thing about the previous six consecutive victories is that James scored more than 30 points in six consecutive games, and the shooting rate was more than 60%! Be the first in history!

In Game 7, the Heat beat the Thunder 110-100 away. James scored 39 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. The shooting percentage was 58.3%, only 2% worse. Even if James missed one shot, this record would be accumulated once more.

6 consecutive games, to win, but also to score 30 points per game, but also to shoot more than 60% in each game.

It's too hard, too hard, even for Link now!

Therefore, Rachel will say that the current LeBron James is different. The invincible small forward has turned on a frenzy, reaping stats every game while eyeing victory.

Perhaps, this will be the most powerful period of James during the regular season!

Link is playing against the best James, so it's no wonder that Rachel doesn't worry!

However, Link's serious expression only showed for a few seconds before disappearing from his face.

He confidently spoke to the phone and said softly to Rachel, "LeBron has changed a lot, and we have changed a lot. It's not certain who wins or loses."

In the afternoon, when taking the team bus to the airport, Link originally sat with Randolph.

But halfway through the car, Stevens walked towards Link and motioned for Randolph to make way for him, "Zach, can I have a word with Link?"

Randolph looked at Stevens, then looked at his good brother beside him, and smiled honestly, "You can read him a whole Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale."

Link looked at Stevens in surprise. It was the first time he had encountered such a situation after three years in the Grizzlies.

"How do you feel? Did you rest well yesterday?" Stevens didn't talk about those or not. He first asked Link's physical condition as soon as he came up.

"Feel good, boss, ready to fight at any time." Link knew that Stevens wasn't here to joke with him, so he didn't smile with him today.

"Well... Next game, I need you to show 100% state. So, you must pay attention to rest and protect your body these two days. You know, the Heat during this period is basically Whoever dies next to whoever dies, I don't want to die. So, you have to be 100 percent in order to avoid James' loss."

"Of course, Brad, we haven't had a losing streak this season, and we won't this time. But I'm curious how you're so interested in me versus LeBron."

Now, there is a lot of 0vs6 propaganda outside, and everyone is eager to see the rematch between Link and James. But Stevens, doesn't he hate the hype the most?

"Do you think I'm interested in the showdown between you and James? I'm not a fan, I don't care who's up against who, I don't care about the soap opera between the players. The only thing I care about is winning, leading the team to win. ,This is my job."

Stevens said, with a change of breath, "This time against the Heat, it's different from usual, this is not as simple as an ordinary regular season. As we all know, the Heat are in a hot state now, and everyone's morale is high. Wade, James and Bosh are also very healthy. In other words, this is the strongest period for the Heat during the regular season. During this period of time, against them and playing in the playoffs is undoubtedly! And we, only Only in the finals is it possible to meet the Heat. So, this is not just a regular season, but.”

The bus shook, interrupting Stevens. But Link didn't interrupt, and still listened quietly.

"This is not just a regular season, but a real finals preview, Link! The current state of the Heat is completely at the finals level! Through this game, we can test how much we and the Heat can do. .We can test whether the championship has anything to do with us! So, I need you to show 100% state and play tomorrow's game as the finals! Now, do you understand what I mean?"

Before Link could answer, the bus arrived at the airport. Stevens hurriedly stood up and organized everyone to get off the bus in an orderly manner.

After half an hour, they will embark on the journey to the "final".