Link has already begun to prepare for the Grizzlies' road to revival.

If you want to make a difference, then making some changes to the lineup is indispensable.

In fact, as the Grizzlies' four "bear cubs" gradually grow, the Grizzlies don't actually have much of a lineup shortcoming.

There are three reasons why the Grizzlies were brought to an end to their golden age by the Warriors last season.

First, Conley and Gasol's season reimbursement is a huge blow to the Grizzlies.

If there is no Link in this history, then Conley and Gasol are the pillars and faces of the Grizzlies. The Grizzlies lost two leading stars last season, which is equivalent to the Thunder losing Westbrook and Durant at the same time.

Their absence has had an impact on the strength of the Grizzlies.

The second is the problem of aging the lineup. Randolph, Carter, Tony. Allen and Iguodala, they are still good players, but they can't carry that much of a load anymore. They can do their job in the rotation, but they have to have the right starters to step up for them.

The third is that the four "bear cubs" have not yet grown up completely.

Last season, Harrell was still a stunned young man who averaged only 3.6 points and 1.7 rebounds per game.

Dinwiddie, averaging 7.3 points per game and shooting 18.5% from three-point range......

Josh. Richardson and Jokic played well, but only 10.2 and 10.0 points respectively.

It's fair to say that no one treats them as treasures except for the Grizzlies themselves. These guys are just a bunch of second-round picks and late-first-round rookies, and no one cares about them.

But for the new season, Link believes these four youngsters can burst out with even more strength.

Their potential, Link is aware. With playing time, the right "how-tos" and a summer of training, Link thinks they'll improve faster than they did in their original history.

As long as they can grow, the Grizzlies' roster strength is actually not bad.

As a result, the Grizzlies' roster only needs minor fixes. To be detailed, you need a No. 2 position who can play the starter, has experience, and has a little spare fuel in the tank.

The Grizzlies have a lot of No. 2 spots, but there are no suitable starters.

Dinwiddie needs to fill the vacancy in the No. 1 position, and rule it out.

Tony. Allen and Carter's current strength, serving as the starting second position of the championship team, is honestly very difficult, excluded.

Josh. Richardson is too young and inexperienced to be the starting second for a title contender.

And this year's free agent market doesn't have many players who meet the Grizzlies' needs. Wade is one of them!

As a result, Link took the lead in launching an offensive against Wade.

Sometimes, the team can't be strengthened by the management alone. After all, it was the players themselves who ended up playing together.

Wade has to have experience, he has to have strength, and he has to have strength.

And like most aging stars, Wade still has a high probability of exploding such "hidden attributes" at key moments in major games, which is a huge help for the Grizzlies.

Think about it, the aged Ray a few years ago. Allen, how he saved the Heat in the playoffs time and time again. This kind of veteran who can make a difference at critical moments is a treasure for any team contending for a title.

And, Wade and Link have a good personal relationship, which is good for the chemistry in the locker room.

Wade, who is quite a leader, can also give better guidance to Dinwiddie, Richardson and others, make their progress faster, and bring the Grizzlies players closer together.

On the surface, Wade is no longer a giant-type player, but Link has never believed in the giants teaming up to win the championship.

He believes that as long as the lineup is properly matched, the players are strong. Even if it's not a big team, it has a chance to win the championship.

Sign a bunch of superstars to huddle? That's what only losers do!

If James hadn't lost in Cleveland in the first place, would he have held back?

If Durant hadn't been oppressed by Link and couldn't stand it, would he have gone to the Warriors?

In Wade, Link has done everything he can. But Link has a lot more to do all summer long.

After returning from Los Angeles, Link and Rachel went for a wedding photo shoot. At the same time, the NBA Draft is also starting again.

This year, though, the Grizzlies have been unlucky. Both Siakam and Brogdon, who they fancied for were cut off early, and the key Grizzlies didn't have any chips to trade.

As a result, he had to give up painfully, which cast a shadow on the Grizzlies' recruitment.

After taking the wedding photos, Link rushed to Canada non-stop.

Of course, this time he didn't take Rachel to Canada for a trip, but he had another very important thing to do.

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"I didn't expect you to really come, but I don't need to, I should be able to handle it myself."

Sitting in the car, Robert. Pera looked at Link with admiration in her eyes.

"Isn't it all about the stars coming forward together to recruit helpers? Even retired team legends will join the negotiating team. I think we should also study hard. ”

Link smiled, then glanced at the picture of Rachel wearing her wedding dress on the screensaver on her phone.

Preparing for the wedding while busy with team affairs, this double life is far from as cool as imagined.

In a few moments, Link and Pera were at their destination.

At this time, they were standing in the door of the Canadian Basketball Association's headquarters.

A white-collar woman with short blond hair was already waiting outside, smiling at Link and Pera and making a "please" gesture.

"Welcome, gentlemen!"

Link and Pera followed behind the female white-collar workers, and along the way, she introduced the facilities and history of the place.

The female white-collar worker is very fluent in the introduction, and it seems that she should have prepared a lot of time for this, and this long introduction is estimated to have made her explode countless times.

Link and Pera just smiled and nodded in agreement, pretending to be interested, but they didn't actually listen.

That's not what they're here for, they're not here to visit the Canadian Basketball Association's headquarters.

It's to meet a person.

Finally, the female white-collar worker took Link and Pera to an office door.

Next to the gate, there is a small sign with the words "General Manager's Office" written on it.

Link knew his destination had arrived.

"Mr. General Manager is inside, please come in."

"Thank you, ma'am." Link nodded politely at the female white-collar worker, and then walked into the general manager's office,

Inside, an emaciated man enthusiastically stood up and beckoned Link and Pera to sit down.

Standing in front of them is the general manager of the Canadian Basketball Association, and the former NBA superstar, two-time MVP winner, who announced his retirement for a year. Nash.

"Welcome, I'm sorry to let you run so far. You know, we're busy with the next Olympics, and I can't get out of it, about your proposals......"

Nash looked at Link and Pera and nodded slightly, "To be honest, I'm interested. I would love to return to the NBA as a member of the coaching staff, and I know that the Memphis Grizzlies are a very special team. ”

Hearing this, Link and Pera became excited. They came to convince Nash to serve as a player development advisor for the Grizzlies.

His mission is simple, to provide dedicated one-on-one coaching to the Grizzlies players!

The Grizzlies may not have needed that role in the past, but now, with a predominantly young population, the Grizzlies have to have a good teacher for them.

Link knows that getting the Grizzlies back to winning championships isn't something that can be done by signing just a few players. Sometimes, it's the smallest details that can have a huge impact on the team.

"But...... I also received a message from Steve a few days ago. Kerr's invitation, he also wanted me to join the Warriors' coaching staff. So, with regard to your invitation, I may need to think again. ”

After Nash finished the rest of the "but", Link and Pera's mood hit rock bottom again.

Steve. Kerr was the general manager of the Suns and had a good personal relationship with Nash. Besides, for now, the Warriors' championship prospects are also better than those of the Grizzlies.

Understandably, Nash is more likely to choose the Warriors.

There was silence for a few seconds, and in the end, it was Link who broke the awkward silence.

"We understand, Steve. In any case, we respect your choice. By the way, Steve, can I ask you a question? ”

"Ask, Link." Nash laughed kindly.

"Until now, you've been eager to fight for an NBA championship. Even if you give up most of the worldly pleasures, vacations, food, sugar — go for it all, just like you did in Phoenix. ”

"Of course," Nash nodded slightly, his hands clenched into fists under the table, "of course I crave." ”

"But before you go, the Golden State Warriors were already champions. Is there any point in fighting in a team that is already a champion? With all due respect, going for a championship shouldn't be the real yearning of your heart. ”

Link stared into Nash's eyes, hoping to catch the last flame in the middle-aged man's heart.