Seven Hundred and Twenty-Eight: This Time Is a Complete Victory

At the end of the first quarter, the Thunder trailed by 11 points.

For the Thunder, this is undoubtedly a very unfavorable situation. But on the other hand, the Thunder are lucky.

At the very least, they still have three full quarters to close the gap. Spreading the 11-point gap over three quarters didn't seem all that intimidating.

Durant thought so too. When he was beaten all over by Link in the first quarter, he also looked forward to turning the tide in the next three quarters.

He told himself it wasn't over and he had a chance to redefine the game.

Plenty of time can always make people have all kinds of fantasies.

My next test score will be better, my next date will definitely not screw up, I will definitely try harder tomorrow.

However, when time goes from abundant to tense, the situation often becomes: I am still preparing for the exam with only one day left. It's only an hour away from the date, and I can't find a pair of clean pants.

Durant is also facing such a dilemma now. When the game reached the fifth minute of the fourth quarter and the Thunder were still 12 points behind, all the good illusions in Durant's heart were shattered.

At this point, he could no longer comfort himself too much, and he could no longer pin his hopes on the next section.

If the Thunder could tie the game today, they would have done it long ago. Since they couldn't do it in the first three quarters, how can they expect the Thunder to turn the tide in the last five minutes?

Tight times are the easiest to disillusion.

"Kevin, Kevin!"

Two shouts from Scott Brooks made Durant return to the hot Federal Express Arena.

In front of Durant, there was a frowning coach. Beside him are his teammates panting.

The Thunder were beaten very embarrassedly today, and since playing against the Grizzlies this season, the Thunder have never been so embarrassed.

Their offense shredded under the Grizzlies' disciplined defense, and Durant was largely left alone.

And what about the Grizzlies' offense? Under the leadership of Link, it played a more blossoming game.

When the Thunder found that Durant could not contain Link in one-on-one today, Brooks began to arrange double teams and help defense.

So the rest of the Grizzlies got and took their chances.

Link has scored a double-double of 27 points and 11 assists with only 1 turnover in the middle, five minutes before the end of the game.

This is enough to show how smooth the Grizzlies' offense is today. The basketball game data is the most intuitive reflection of the situation on the field.

What about Durant? He scored 29 points but shot just over 40 percent from the field. And he's not driving anyone else on offense other than himself.

In the past three games, Durant's performance has been exaggerated. He took out James' Heat and Paul's Clippers, but Durant's momentum came to a screeching halt in front of Link's Grizzlies.

This game, which was originally Durant's revenge on Link, has completely changed. The Thunder did not complete their revenge, but instead proved that the Grizzlies are indeed the only team in the league.

"Kevin!"

Scott Brooks shouted again,

Durant then cast aside those messy thoughts.

He nodded at his coach to show he was listening.

"I know the situation is difficult, but it's not the end of the world! We can't give up first, and then we'll look for more opportunities beyond the three-point line! Kevin, calm down, we still have time!"

Brooks is also reluctant to give up the game, although it is difficult to catch up with the Grizzlies in the rankings now. But in the face of the imaginary enemy in the Western Conference finals, Brooks naturally wants to push the team's limits out.

Now if you lose easily to the Grizzlies, can you guarantee that they will win in the playoffs?

Durant nodded silently, then an electronic beep interrupted his conversation with Scott Brooks.

Durant understands the truth, but the basketball court is not a reasonable place.

Durant knew he couldn't easily concede defeat, but after the whole game, he was overwhelmed by Link.

Link's performance today was very frustrating for Durant, and he wasn't sure if he could turn the tide.

A player is not afraid of others doubting himself, he is afraid of doubting himself.

The game restarted. Except for the black and white bears, the Grizzlies still started all three outsiders.

On the Thunder side, Brooks replaced Perkins, who was underperforming today, with first-year center Stephen Adams.

The first time Link saw Adams on the court today, he almost didn't recognize him.

I can't believe that this white, white insider with short hair will look so wild in the future.

After Link appeared, he glanced at Durant first, but Durant avoided his gaze.

Link knew at the time that the match was almost certain! Durant guy, he's scared!

The final five minutes of the final battle, no, maybe the game will end in less than five minutes, it all depends on whether the Thunder can survive to the end.

Westbrook is not too hot this time, he knows that his task now is to deliver ammunition to Durant from beyond the arc.

The Thunder's first offense was a tactical success. Westbrook used a screen to break through, and Durant waited for an opportunity to ambush to the right bottom corner to catch the ball and shoot.

The Thunder's tactics were executed, but Durant's shot disappointed Brooks.

When Durant shoots, his head is full of clutter and he's not focused at all.

He was thinking about why Link became so strong today, why he couldn't get close to the score after struggling for so long, but he didn't think about how to throw the ball.

As a result, Durant's three-point shot hit the side of the basket under the interference of Link and failed to hit!

At that moment, Brooks covered his forehead, he knew that there was no hope for this game.

Brooks can see that Link has completely destroyed Durant psychologically today!

"Kevin's key shot still missed, and his efficiency was unexpectedly low today! The Grizzlies counterattacked, and Link crossed the defense with the ball! He attacked the frame from the side and used a lever action to avoid Stephen Adams' seal Block, easy goal! Beautiful, Adams may not know how Link escaped the defense. The point difference has become 14 points, the Thunder must do something!"

Link had 29 points and 11 assists, and Durant is now behind Link in his proud personal score.

A sense of frustration invaded Durant's body, and this frustration did nothing but make Durant's shooting more and more inaccurate.

18 seconds later, Durant's frustration caused him to miss his second three-pointer in a row.

This time, Westbrook is a rare point guard. After he commanded his teammates to move, he found Durant with a very superb pass on the move.

But Durant squandered this great opportunity and the Thunder's last chance.

Durant's second shot resulted in a long rebound, which meant an easy counter-attack if he seized the opportunity.

Conley grabbed the rebound and quickly advanced from the middle. At the same time, Iguodala and Link started to follow up.

Finally, he threw the ball slightly to the right, and Link and Link completed the air cooperation in a tacit understanding.

Link scored 31 points and 11 assists, even though Durant has missed two consecutive shots, even if the gap between the Thunder and the Grizzlies has been like from Boston to Los Angeles.

But Link still didn't stop, he worked tirelessly to destroy Durant's nerves. He wants to make the last game of the regular season for both sides ingrained in Durant's heart!

The Thunder did win the Grizzlies twice, and the two sides did play very anxiously in the last game. It seems that the Thunder is the one that has caused the Grizzlies the most trouble this season.

But after today, Link will convince people that the Thunder aren't the only nemesis for the Grizzlies.

A minute later, when Durant missed a jumper from beyond the arc for the third time in a row, the game was declared garbage time in advance.

When Durant was substituted, his scoring was frozen at 29 points on only 38 percent shooting.

Link, with 31 points, 12 assists and 8 rebounds, proudly returned to the bench.

ESPN gave Link and Durant a split-screen shot, with their diametrically opposed emotions written all over their faces.

"Link completely destroyed Durant today. KD missed three consecutive three-pointers at critical moments. He had a chance to change everything, but he didn't seize that opportunity. On the other hand, Link, from the first round of the game, he Just showed an excellent offensive state. Even after just leading by more than ten points, he did not relax. Maybe Durant and Thunder fans don't want to admit it, but I have to say. Today, the game is not anxious at all. This time , Link beat KD!"

Hubie Brown's commentary made countless Thunder fans turn off the TV angrily.

Just pity Durant, he can't turn off the TV anymore. He also had to endure the torment of the countdown at FedEx Arena.

After the electronic buzzer sounded, the score was frozen at 114-102. The Thunder made the point difference less ugly thanks to the tireless efforts of garbage time.

Durant, who shot less than 40 percent, stood up and wanted to get off the court as soon as possible.

But as soon as he got up, he was greeted by "enthusiastic" Link and held his right hand.

"You guys played well today, but you're just out of luck, man." Link smiled wickedly. He knew that Durant wanted to leave, so he wouldn't let it go!

Durant in front of so many reporters, it is not easy to just shake his face and leave. Facing Link who took the initiative to show his favor, he had no choice but to hug Link abruptly.

"Durant hugged Link in a friendly way after the game. Did they settle their grievances?"

Hubie Brown didn't know the conversation between the two after the hug, otherwise, he certainly wouldn't think it was a "friendly" hug.

When Durant and Link embraced, Link put his mouth to Durant's ear and said something softly.

After the hug, Durant left with his head lowered. Link stayed where he was and was interviewed by reporters.

As soon as Durant walked into the tunnel, he angrily kicked over the trash can beside him.

"As you wish, this last matchup of the regular season must be unforgettable. Now we are tied again, Kevin."

What Link just said in Durant's ear will probably linger in his mind for days.

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