Seventy-Five:2 Bistable

Oklahoma was in a tough fight, and they definitely didn't expect their trip to Memphis today would be so bumpy.

The game has entered the sixth minute of the fourth quarter, and the Thunder are still 9 points behind. Durant and Westbrook's excellent offense has kept the Thunder from being thrown away by the Grizzlies. But again, the Grizzlies didn't give the Thunder any chance to overtake the score.

Since Link's buzzer-beater in the first quarter, the Grizzlies have maintained their lead until now. After James Harden met Link, he almost disappeared. He can't defend on the court and can't create scoring opportunities for Westbrook and Durant.

As a result, the Thunder can only rely on the Gemini's personal offense to support.

At this point, the Grizzlies suspended the game when Westbrook scored with a stiff pull-up jumper.

Lionel Hollins was composed, even if Westbrook scored, he still had a seven-point advantage. As a team known for its defense, Hollins believes that his team can defend to the end. After defending the whole game, can't you defend the last few minutes?

The Thunder's offense was basically fueled by Durant and Westbrook, but those two guys were exhausted. Their efficiency started to slip and they looked sweaty.

At this time, if the Thunder want to bite the score, they must send a third defense other than Durant and Westbrook. And without a doubt, that person will be Harden.

So, Hollins looked at Link and hooked his fingers at him. Link got up with ease. Today he has fought Harden for the whole game and has always had the advantage. James Harden has only scored 8 points so far, but he has made 12 shots. The Thunder team, Harden's shot count is second only to Westbrook and Durant.

After three quarters of struggle, Link has now scored 17 points, 8 assists, 6 rebounds and 2 steals. The most important thing is that Link has only missed one shot so far, and his efficiency is very high. It's really not an exaggeration to say that Link blew up Harden.

And as Chris Webber predicted, Link is only one assist away from a double-double today. In his first game as an official with the Grizzlies, Link has the potential to create a career milestone.

Although Harden has not played well so far, the Thunder have no other option. Although Ibaka and Jeff Green can also score points, as the main offensive points, they are still a little less interesting.

"Link, after playing this time, I need you to play until the end of the game. James Harden will definitely play, and he will leave it to you." Hollins didn't talk nonsense with Link, because he knew that Link understood his own mean. Although Link joined the team halfway, Hollins never worried about Link's running-in with the team.

He played a system that suited him very well from the start, he memorized every tactic, and he was able to position accurately on the court.

Link nodded and licked his lips. It's the end of the game and he won't let any surprises happen. Now that he is two assists away from winning a double-double, it is false to say that Link does not want to win a double-double.

After all, he has been closely watched by the media since he signed a $2 million contract with the Grizzlies. If you can hit two pairs of stats, then no matter whether those people are used to you or not, you have to shut up!

Therefore, Link is very happy that he can still play at the last moment. Of course, he will not deliberately brush two pairs of data. Instead, try to get the last two assists or four rebounds under normal game conditions.

The timeout ended, and O.J. Mayo went off the court. At first, people thought Link would only be a threat to the 3. But now, Mayo found himself replaced by Link.

A player who is more efficient on offense and better on defense, why should the coach not use it?

As soon as Link came on stage,

I saw James Harden also took off his training suit. The two sides met each other's eyes by chance, which was an awkward look at each other.

Link smiled at Harden and waved, while Harden immediately averted his gaze. Link believes that the bearded man may never go to a nightclub before playing against himself again.

Speaking of which, I seem to have gone to the nightclub for a long time yesterday...

"The game restarted and the Oklahoma City Thunder are still 7 points behind. James Harden is on the field again, I hope he can play his role as a sixth man. Harden completely lost himself in the first three quarters of today's game. But we found that Link also played. It seems that Harden will not be too easy today."

Webb smiled playfully. For some reason, watching Link torture Harden has become one of his bad tastes. The undrafted beat one after another high-ranked rookie in the past two years was as exciting as a series.

When Harden faced Link again, the arrogance of yesterday was gone. His eyes were blank, as if Link was the No. 3 show last year.

"Cheer up, the game isn't over yet? Didn't you say no one can stop the Thunder? Am I not human?"

Link didn't let Harden go, and he continued to torture Harden's nerves with his own words.

Harden ignored it, seemingly calm, but in fact panicked. He kept staring at Link, thinking that the ball must not fall into the hands of this number 0.

Unfortunately, Mike Conley turned the ball over to Link just after halftime, as if he was deliberately opposing Harden.

"Damn!" Harden opened his arms and took a full two steps back. He was afraid that he would not be able to catch up with Link.

Link called for cover, and Randolph immediately picked it up without any hesitation. This may be the only undrafted pick in the league this year who is eligible to call a teammate to screen for him.

Ibaka is still very afraid of Link. At the end of the first quarter, Link was still impressed by his buzzer layup. Whatever you say, you have to use a successful defense to regain face.

Harden was delayed by Randolph without any suspense, and Ibaka immediately retreated and returned to the basket to guard.

When Link saw this situation, the Thunder really gave him a chance. Respect is worse than obedience, Link stared at the basket, but passed the ball behind him.

The eldest brother Randolph was just behind him waiting for Link to pass the ball. He didn't look back when he saw Link at first, wondering if that guy would see him.

Who knows, basketball was really sent over. Ibaka took care of one thing and another, he went to stare at Link, and no one was staring at the big black bear.

Randolph shoots immediately after receiving the basketball, and mid-range jumpers are not a problem for him. Harden didn't even bother to interfere with Randolph, who was two or three times his size.

Randolph easily scored, the point difference was widened to 9 points again. There was jubilation in the FedEx Arena, and after defeating the defending champions, they will likely beat another top-four team in the Western Conference today!

"This is the ninth time, this is already Link's ninth assist in this game. Without looking back, he accurately determined Zach Randolph's position. Link knows the Grizzlies' system very well. That kind of player is welcome wherever he goes. That's why he's on a $2 million contract. It's not unreasonable that he's paid more than some first-round picks!"

After saying this, Weber was stunned. A player like Link will be popular wherever he goes, so were the Houston Rockets out of their minds?

Link adjusted his breathing. He was only 1 assist away from his first career double-double. A month ago, he was wondering if he had a chance at the NBA. But now, he's on the verge of getting a double-double in the NBA.

No matter how exaggerated it was, Link wouldn't let the opportunity slip through his fingers.

The Grizzlies' defense is as tough as ever, and the tighter it gets in the final moments of the game. The Thunder's ranking in the West can basically be said to be a peace of mind. As long as there is no accident, they can definitely enter the top five in the West.

For the Grizzlies, they don't even know whether to take an early summer vacation or fight in the playoffs, so their desire to win is stronger.

Westbrook was ready to attack just after halftime, but Conley calmly reached out and the impatient Westbrook lost control of the basketball.

Fortunately, Sefolosa actively picked up the basketball, so that the Thunder did not miss the offensive opportunity. Westbrook's offense had just failed, so Swiss guard Sefolosa passed the ball to Durant, and he trusted the restrained No. 35 at the crucial moment.

Durant tried several breakthroughs, but were stopped by Guy. It has to be said that Gay is the best player for the Grizzlies today. If it weren't for the 5-5 between him and Durant, the Grizzlies would have been destroyed long ago.

Durant's offense was fruitless and had to pass the ball to Harden. Harden got nervous as soon as he got the ball, because he was suppressed by Link all game today, and he has lost the confidence to beat Link.

"Come on, you're two points away from scoring in double figures today." Link continued to talk trash to Harden, not letting the guy's already tormented nerves get the slightest chance to relax.

All eyes are on Harden, and everyone hopes he can win this round against the undrafted.

As a result, Harden did not attack, but gave the ball back to Durant, and he was counseled!

"Damn it! Throw the pot!?" When Durant caught the ball, there were only 5 seconds left before the end of the 24-second attack time. There was no way he could get rid of Guy, he had to make a move and shoot right away.

Gay was sealed, but fortunately, Durant's shot was still a magical hit. Although the goal was scored, the heartbeat of every Thunder player was racing. After all, they can't rely on this kind of magic goal to stabilize the situation every round, right?

"James Harden still didn't score, he didn't even try to attack. Now that the pressure on Durant and Westbrook is increasing, he should stand up!"

Harden also knows that he should stand up, but today's strength does not allow it.

After two rounds, the difference between the two teams is still in the range of 7 and 9 points. Link didn't get any scoring stats, but he also didn't give Harden a chance to score.

Seeing that the game time has been reduced a little bit, Scott Brooks is also getting more and more nervous. Before coming to Memphis, he thought about many possible situations, but only did not think that the Thunder would lose.

At the last 1 minute and 03 seconds of the game, the Thunder, still 7 points behind, ushered in the most crucial defensive round. This time, if their defense doesn't work out, the game is basically over.

Indeed, some people will say that McGrady has also performed the miracle of scoring 13 points in 35 seconds. What can't catch up with the mere 9 points?

But if 35 seconds and 13 minutes are so good, it can't be called a miracle.

Conley continued to execute the offense tactically, and he handed the ball to Guy who came out of the pocket from beyond the arc. Gay had scored 25 points at this point, the second-highest scoring player on the Grizzlies. The first is Randolph, this guy scored 31 points today. In the 31 minutes, many of them ate the cakes sent by Link.

Gay made several three-threat moves with the ball, but found Durant unmoved. Guy, who wanted to attack on an impulsive basis, calmed down again when he thought of the importance of this attack.

He saw that Link was cutting inside, so he hit the ground and passed the opportunity to Link!

Although Link has not scored 20 points today, he has left a deep impression on the Thunder players. As soon as he caught the ball, the Thunder's defense immediately shrank. Link took a step with the ball and dribbled to the basket. But at the last moment, he used a back pass to return the ball to Guy!

Guy was ready to watch the play, but he didn't expect the opportunity to come back to him. Link is like a yellow-skinned magician who always delivers the ball when people least expect it.

"Go in, go in!" Link prayed secretly in his heart, if this goal is scored, he will have the first double-double of his career!

Gay stepped on the three-point line when he shot, which is the lowest cost-effective shooting position. One step in and he can get closer to the rim. Taking a step back, he can get an extra point.

But now where can Guy take care of this, he doesn't hesitate to shoot, it's extremely smooth!

After seeing Guy's shooting action, Link turned around in advance and gritted his teeth secretly. Gay's shooting is very smooth, and there is no defense, there should be no problem. Now, those damn media should shut up!

At the same time, Jeff Austin, who was watching the game, laughed. From this perspective, Link's worth will be more than 2 million by this summer. That's why, he only signed with the Grizzlies for one year.

"brush."

Link, who turned early, heard the tumbling of the Nets and the cheers of the fans, and then he saw Guy raising his arms high to celebrate the goal.

That said, the two are stable!