406: Earlier than expected
The game between the Thunder and the Grizzlies was expected to be intense.
Last season, the two sides played a tie-break to decide the winner, so 48 minutes was not enough for the two teams to play.
The fans were happy with the half-time result, after all, they came for a fierce battle.
But the Oklahoma City Thunder will definitely be very, very disappointed with the outcome of the half.
In the first quarter, they ended the game with a 10-point advantage. But now? They are very passive!
"We have to be thankful that we are not too far behind now. Cheering up, the Grizzlies trailed by 10 points in the first quarter and didn't give up, so let's see what they did. So, we can't give up either! It's only 4 points, and this can't overwhelm us! ”
In the Thunder locker room, Scott Brooks was talking every minute and every second.
In the Grizzlies locker room, Stevens waited for the players to rest for a few minutes before speaking.
Sometimes, the pressure on the players comes not only from the outside, but also from within.
Managers can't control what the media says, but they can control the way they do things. Stevens gave the players a break before starting to set up their tactics, which undoubtedly greatly reduced the pressure of the players.
"Okay, let's talk about it. In the second quarter of the game, everyone played very well. At the beginning, the main lineup was very fast in chasing points, which is what I wanted to see. But when it's time to rotate, everyone's performance is even better! Especially you, Jimmy. You've completely disrupted the rhythm of the Thunder, well done! Be ready, I'll play you again in the second half. ”
In the second quarter of the game, Durant played a whole quarter, and the consumption was not small. So in the future, there is a good chance that his offensive efficiency will decline. With a guaranteed defense, we need to score in a row! Link, in the second half, put all his energy into the attacking end. It's game over, and it's time to pull the score. ”
Link nodded slightly, and then, Stevens laid out a number of offensive tactics around Link.
Ever since Stevens came to power and Link was officially drawn as the core, he's been used to moments like this.
With the burden of offense on his shoulders, Link didn't feel heavy at all, but relaxed.
Because now he doesn't have to worry too much, he just wants to score as much as he wants. The rest of the guys Link looked at his teammates, and they could all help him out!
The long halftime break for the fans finally came to an end, with the sexy cheerleaders leaving the field and 10 strong men taking their place. But seeing these 10 strong men, the fans were more excited than watching the cheerleaders
"Will the two sides continue to fight in the second half? We can see that both sides are now back in the starting line-up. On the Thunder's side, Durant was still on the floor after playing 12 minutes in the second quarter. Originally, in the second quarter of the game, Coach Brooks' strategy was to wait for Durant to open the score and then let him rest. As everyone knows, the point difference has not been widened, and Durant has been left on the court. Just after 12 minutes, the second half came early. I hope KD can handle it. ”
Although Durant had just come out of the locker room, he was still drenched in sweat. The second quarter just now really tired him enough.
Even if you are physically tired, Durant is even more tired. Finally got rid of Tony Allen, but as soon as he looked up in the third quarter, he saw Iguodala.
Durant sighed, there was nothing to love. How many defensive giants do the Grizzlies have? It's so perverted!
On the Thunder's first offense of the third quarter, Durant showed his tired side.
This time, Westbrook's breakaway was very well timed. But Durant missed the basketball because he was half a step slower, and he couldn't receive it, causing Westbrook's pass to go straight to the Grizzlies bench.
This mistake was very undeserved, and many people threw the pot at Westbrook. But in fact, Durant himself knows very well that if his feet are as fast as when he is full of energy, he may be able to catch the ball just now.
In the half game, he took turns with the Grizzlies' n defensive giants. Durant's physical exertion is definitely beyond anyone's imagination.
The Thunder's offense was a mess, while the Grizzlies' side was fluid and orderly.
This time, Link didn't catch the ball and he intended to score with an off-ball attack.
Durant followed closely behind Link, always watching to see if anyone would pass the ball to Link.
Just when Durant was preoccupied, Link suddenly ran backwards and ran to the basket!
Durant's reaction was very fast, but no matter how fast he was, he was still half a position behind Link. It seems that the impact of physical fitness on Durant is not only reflected on the offensive end.
Link received a pass from Conley and scored an easy layup, and a textbook superb off-ball offense brought the Oklahoma City owner to shame.
"It's a 6-point difference, the Thunder have to do something, they can't wait any longer!" The on-site commentators were very anxious, and the Thunder knew that they had to fight back. But there are some things that you can't do if you want to.
This time, Westbrook puffed up his chest and slammed into the basket. Since Durant can't score, Westbrook will naturally not be polite.
However, the terrifying fact is that Westbrook has played only a handful of games against the Grizzlies.
Against the Grizzlies, Westbrook either has ugly data or passable but too inefficient.
It's not for nothing, the Grizzlies' defensive level is just the right way to restrain a player like Westbrook.
This time was no exception, the impact of Westbrook's head iron hit Randolph's soft stomach directly.
Westbrook was completely blind to the "behemoth" with the interference of the "behemoth". This guy is very confrontational, but he can't stand up to everyone.
Westbrook missed a layup, and Link, who was full of energy, personally took the defensive rebound, and then quickly pushed forward!
Durant stretched out his arms in front of Link, and it seemed that he didn't even intend to let Link have a good time in the half.
In the face of Durant's moving "wall", Link was not afraid of danger, but aimed at the opportunity and slapped the basketball to the ground!
Durant only felt a cool breeze coming from his crotch, "Whoosh! The basketball passed between his legs and went straight to Conley!
"Pass through the crotch! Haha, Link's first hand is still very fast! Even if Durant blocks it, Link's ball can find a way to pass it! Too confident, with this kind of confident leader, the Memphis Grizzlies will only get braver and braver! ”
Durant still feels cold between his legs, and the sweat on his forehead has turned into cold sweat.
Link, that's damnable!
Conley received a pass from Link, but did not rush to attack himself, but waited for Link to run up and then gave the ball back.
Link received the basketball and sprinted with all his might, and Durant found himself having a hard time keeping up with the No. 0!
Once upon a time, Link was notoriously poor athletic. At that time, people joked that he was a rookie who played like a player who was almost 40 years old.
But today, Durant was surprised to find that it was difficult for him to bite Link!
Durant's own poor physical condition is one reason. But even so, Link's improvement in athleticism still surprised Durant.
That guy has really gotten stronger!
Without Durant entanglement, Link went into the box and threw a high shot. Sergi Ibaka arrived in time and jumped up to block at a height that seemed to be out of gravity, if this was an ordinary layup, Ibaka would probably be able to catch it directly!
But Link's high toss is almost impossible to block. Unless Link himself misses, this move is unsolvable.
Ibaka felt like her fingertips were about to touch the basketball, but it was just a little bit off.
That's right, Link wants that little bit.
The basketball grazed the rebound and refracted into the net, Link scored 4 points in a row, and the Grizzlies also extended the difference to 8 points!
The decline of the Oklahoma City Thunder has no intention of stopping at all!
"Durant was beaten twice in a row by Link and he looked very tired. Perhaps, Coach Brooks should let Kevin go down and rest for a while? ”
Brooks also wanted to replace Durant as the commentator said, but he didn't dare! In this situation, if there is no Durant, what will happen to the Thunder's offense?
The only thing Durant can do is persevere!
But Link, who is full of physical strength, will not let Durant catch his breath.
Then a Thunder attack, Durant chose to break through. Iguodala deliberately let Durant go to the basket, and at the moment when Durant made a layup, Gasol Jr. rushed over in time. Facing the combination of Gasol and Iguodala, the tired three-time scoring champion missed the layup!
It wasn't until then that Durant knew that he had simply fallen into Iguodala's defensive trap!
The Thunder continued to hit iron, and on the Grizzly side, once they started attacking, the first thing they were looking for was Link!
This time, Link tested Durant's center of gravity with a three-threat pace outside the three-point line, and after seeing that Durant was more afraid of his breakthrough, Link suddenly pulled out a jump shot at the three-point line!
Durant reached out in a panic to cover Link's eyes, after all, he has the advantage of height and reach. But Link's shooting action with a lot of physical strength is not deformed, so even if it is interfered with, it is not a big problem!
"Brush!"
As soon as Durant landed, he heard the sound of the Nets tumbling behind him. He hurriedly looked at the score, and the Thunder were 11 points behind! The Grizzlies hit a successful three-point shot, and Link gave the Thunder a heart-wrenching blow!
"Actually hit a pull-out jumper in front of Kevin Durant! Link has scored 7 points in a row! As soon as the third quarter began, Link led the Grizzlies to a wave of offense! Link's firepower in the third quarter was fierce, and I wonder if it had anything to do with his adequate rest in the second quarter. All in all, the Thunder are now trailing by 11 points, but they may not be able to turn the tide like the Grizzlies! ”
After pulling out the goal, Link made a neck wipe movement at Durant in front of him, and after so long, he can finally kill the enemy happily!
Even Stevens didn't expect that the offense created by Link would come so early. Sure enough, if Link's rest and playing time are well distributed, the level of that kid is quite terrifying!
The young marshal sat back on the bench gracefully, and then there was nothing to direct, just watch Link's performance
He'll get his hands on the victory, and the personal data, Link will get it too!
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