1047: He just has a different rhythm than others (5/5)
Embiid was not polite to Jokic. He was not the kind of person who could only talk.
The reason why Embiid likes to talk trash is because he has a strong sense of competition and competitive spirit.
In other words, in addition to spraying on his mouth, Embiid also uses his actions to compete with his opponents on the court.
So, in the first round after the game started, Embiid leaned against Jokic at mid-range.
People thought Link would help double-team Embiid, but the Grizzlies No. 0, who scored 46 points in the last game, was firmly in front of Covington.
On the one hand, Link was a little concerned about Covington's three-pointer. This 3D forward, who is also a undrafter, has already scored his own net worth in the league.
On the other hand, Link believes that Jokic can handle Embiid himself.
Maybe he can't win this Cameroonian genius without any loss, but he will never let him play too easily.
Embiid received the basketball from the side of the basket. Seeing that Link had no intention of double-teaming, Embiid boldly turned over and jumped into the ball!
Jokic blocked it, but Embiid still shot the ball steadily.
"brush!"
As soon as he came up, Embiid scored a goal on Jokic's head.
His solid skills and soft feel made the 76ers fans crazy.
"The first goal was given, and it was Joel Embiid! This goal was easily scored. It seems that Jokic was completely unable to compete with Embiid."
"Yes, yes, Jokic is too slow, and Embiid is very flexible. I think this is just the beginning of Jokic's suffering."
Two Philadelphia commentators sang and reunite, just like crosstalk.
Jokic shook his head. He was really not prepared for the ball just now. He didn't expect Embiid's offense to be so direct.
But he didn't think that goal just now was so great, he could score that kind of goal...
When the Grizzlies attacked, Link found that the strength of the 76ers was indeed stronger than their record.
Covington, who is tall and powerful, has a very good defense, and he also has the character of losing the draft.
Most of the players who have climbed up step by step from the undraft have one characteristic, that is, they are not willing to admit defeat.
Even when facing the most powerful superstar in this league, the undrafters will not give up easily.
Link was like this back then, Wesley Matthews was like this. Now, Covington is like this.
So, Link really didn't get any advantage in Covington. I'm afraid he'd have to work harder to deal with this guy.
Seeing that Link couldn't get rid of Covington directly, Conley handed the ball to Jokic.
Jokic held the ball with his back at mid-range, and everyone's eyes widened.
Are the Grizzlies really going to make Jokic single?
"Come on! If you think you can really score a goal on my head!" Embiid yelled behind Jokic, but Jokic was unmoved.
He is obviously just a second-year student, but he is as calm as a veteran.
Jokic did not chisel backwards, nor did he turn around and break through. He just raised the basketball with one hand, and then threw the ball back at the back of his head casually!
Embiid looked confused. What is this guy doing? He just moved so casually...is he passing the ball?
He didn't even look back at him, how did he pass the ball?
Moreover, can such a soft pass move really send the ball safely?
With a bunch of questions, Embiid turned around and looked back.
At this time, Link happened to cut into the basket, received a pass from Jokic, and then easily moved the ball up!
The Grizzlies scored, assisted by Jokic.
"Puff, Jokic's pass move is too amateur. If Link hadn't been fast enough, the ball would have been lost!" The Philadelphia commentator shook his head. They didn't think it was a wonderful pass just now.
But Link knew very well that the goal that just now could easily score was entirely due to Jokic's high position support!
In terms of support ability, Jokic is no worse than Gasol.
But this guy, Jokic, looks careless when he does anything.
Take the pass as an example. Most of the passes by Link, Conley and others are full of power. The movements are straightforward and without any delay.
But Jokic likes to pass the ball slowly with one hand.
Although the movements seem careless, the ball speed and passing accuracy are actually amazing!
Link can guarantee that Jokic is definitely one of the most outstanding centers in this league with the best organization and support capabilities!
If possible, he can even play a weird role like "ball center".
In the original history, Link remembers that Jokic did a lot of things in the Nuggets that he controlled the ball through half and organized the offense.
Jokic's assist allowed Link to deal with Covington with the least effort, and Jokic was there, so Link could not fight with Embiid.
However, people actually did not see the amazingness of Jokic in the goal just now, including Embiid.
So, in the second consecutive round, Embiid played Jokic single with the ball.
This time, it is outside the three-point line.
Nowadays, it is common for No. 5 players to launch attacks with the ball outside the three-point line.
Embiid first made several three-threat moves outside the three-point line, and then suddenly raised the basketball and prepared to shoot!
Jokic immediately rushed forward, but Embiid was just a fake vote.
The "Emperor" took the initiative to take a step in, bumped into Jokic head-on, and forced his move in the confrontation!
Basketball enters the net, and the referee whistle sounds.
Jokic made a foul and Embiid got a chance to score a three-pointer!
"Hahahahaha, this is totally a joke! Jokic was at a loss. As a No. 5 player, Embiid was able to play with his opponent outside the three-point line. It's amazing!"
The fans and live commentators were all excited.
Jokic was like a fool, dizzy by Embiid.
With his honest appearance, Jokic seems to be even stupider.
In front of the TV, Bamot also waved his fists excitedly.
Embiid showed his talent to the fullest!
Bamot is sure that the Grizzlies' No. 5 position will definitely be completely defeated today! Even if Jogel asked Harrell to play No. 5 position later, he would have no choice but to use Embiid.
Embiid turned his head against Jokic and put on a look of "I didn't mean it". Then he walked to the free throw line with a swagger.
"What's going on with that kid? Don't you go and say a few words to him? He seems to have been stunned." Wade leaned over to Link and looked at Jokic with concern.
"No need, that guy just heats up a bit. Moreover, this is his first time fighting Embiid, and he doesn't know the other party, so it's normal to eat and shake. Don't worry, he will solve the game in his own way. Isn't his pass just so beautiful? That's a good start."
Seeing Embiid standing on the free throw line, Link was not worried.
That guy Jokic hasn't woken up yet! His rhythm is different from most people.
Embiidga made a penalty and scored five points in a row as soon as he came on the court. Like the previous games, Embiid's data rose very quickly, and he could always use the least time to get the most beautiful data.
"Maybe, Link's words yesterday put too much pressure on Jokic. He is simply praising his teammates."
"Yes, not everyone can afford such a title with the best potential in the league."
Link couldn't hear the two Philadelphia commentators chatting on the court, otherwise he would definitely roll his eyes at the commentator.
After Embiid's free throw, Jokic picked up the basketball on the ground and prepared to drive the bottom line.
When he sent the ball out and ran forward, Link saw that the lazy look on Jokic's face had disappeared.
Chapter completed!