Although Duncan always shows himself as a taciturn person, he is actually a very happy player. Like Popovich, he likes to run trains all over his mouth.

When Duncan was selected by the Spurs, the Spurs went to Duncan's hometown to inspect this talented guy. As a result, because Popovich and his group were late, Duncan pretended to drown in the water in order to "punish" them, which scared Popovich and all the Spurs management teams who were accompanying him to death.

However, Duncan is actually a swimmer. If it weren't for fear of sharks, he might have become a professional swimmer

Another time was Ken's first summer league in his career, and his shot was blocked by powerful center Greg Ostertag. Popovich saw this and encouraged Duncan on the sidelines, "It's okay, keep shooting, we will play great!"

As a result, Duncan suddenly said, "I told you that it was wrong to choose me."

There are really many funny incidents about Duncan, not to mention his famous classic case of "I was sent off when I smiled."

所以,如果你以为邓肯只是一个闷声不说话的无聊大个子,那可就大错特错了.

But this time, when Duncan said to the camera, "Let's take a look", no one knew whether Duncan was joking or serious.

Duncan may be funny, but he almost never gets angry. It is even more in line with Duncan's style of fighting against his opponent before the game.

But this time he took the initiative to attack, which only shows that Duncan is very serious about this round of series!

Therefore, before the start of today's game, people want to take a good look at what kind of performance Duncan will perform!

"The Memphis Grizzlies finally came to the Att Center to play the playoffs, but they did not visit as the predicted eighth place in the Midwest, but the fifth place in the West! This is the Western Conference semi-finals, I am Steve Cole, welcome to watch this game!"

Steve Cole sat on the commentary stage. Since he withdrew from the Suns' management, he has been active in the basketball world as a commentator. The Spurs' games are the ones he explained the most. After all, he has played under Popovich and worked with Duncan. Therefore, he can always analyze the Spurs' ideas.

Of course, most importantly, he often can reveal some interesting stories about Popovich and Duncan.

On the court, both teams were already warming up. Duncan and Randolph were given a split-screen close-up on the scene today. The showdown between the two was undoubtedly the biggest highlight of today.

"Zach is in very good shape this year. In the first round of the Thunder, he scored 30 in two games and won a 20+20 double-double in one game. In the regular season, Randolph's performance almost suppressed Tim in each game. But the regular season and the playoffs were completely different. Besides, Duncan had already spoken yesterday, let's take a look!" Cole threw out the highlights of this game as soon as he came up. Randolph vs. Duncan, the most intense confrontation at the number four, will determine the fate of the two teams.

But at this time, what Popovich is setting up on the bench is Parker and Ginobili's offensive tactics. This year, Popovich is equivalent to conducting an experiment. He asked the team to try to transform, from the previous focus to the team's offense. On the offensive side, the focus is on two defenders Ginobili and Parker.

Ginobili made his first appearance in his regular season this year, marking the Spurs' entry from the "D era" to the "G era". Don't think that Popovich is an old coach, he must be an old antique. In fact, Popovich's tactical style has been keeping pace with the times.

"Don't be afraid of their defense, use the transmission ball to find scoring opportunities. I know, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook were almost almost prevented by the Grizzlies' outside line in the last round. But they are children, you are not! Children can make mistakes, you can't! Go on the court and seize the opportunity. As long as the offense is constantly up, we can firmly grasp the rhythm!" Popovich still plans to rely on the defender to score points. The key is that only Ginobili and Parker can use it.

On the other hand, the Grizzlies' bench, Hollins' strategy is naturally to attack the inside. He is confident about the Black and White Bears. In Hollins's opinion, the Spurs' inside line this year is not very good.

Five minutes later, both sides entered the designated position, and the Att Center was full of joy. They both believed in Duncan and Popovich, and believed that the Western Conference semi-finals were definitely not the end of the Spurs.

But in Link's eyes, the Spurs are already lucky enough. After all, in the original history, the Spurs have not even passed the first round.

"Both sides jumped the ball, Gasol Jr. easily won the ball! Popovich decided to let the veteran inside player Mike Dess in the playoffs, and Blair, who rose from the second round, scored a substitute. But it has to be said that McDiss is also a short inside player. His height of 2.06 meters is only better than Blair, who is known as two meters in shoes. In the first round, McDiss has not encountered any challenges. But today, I hope this veteran can withstand the firepower of the Black and White Two Bears!"

As soon as Cole finished speaking, the Grizzlies launched their first offense! The basketball was transmitted several times on the outside, but in fact the Grizzlies were just waiting for Randolph to take the position. Randolph was also extremely active, and he didn't want to be embarrassed in front of Link and everyone. Faced with Duncan's remarks, the only thing Big Black Bears thought was to respond with actions!

Duncan had no expression on his face and held back Randolph, who was full of flesh. He did not grit his teeth or look nervous. It was as if he was facing the position of some unknown man.

This is Duncan. His calmness on the court and his funnyness off the court cannot be confused.

Randolph wanted to stabilize the position and then raised his right hand! Conley immediately hung the ball in, and the Grizzlies had to attack the inside as soon as they came up!

"Randolf received the basketball. Can Duncan effectively defend this attack!"

The whole audience, including Steve Cole, stood up. Who would have thought that the biggest highlight of today's game was staged from the beginning.

Randolph pushed back twice, but Duncan was unmoved. He was as solid as a rock and did not give in on the defensive end! The words Duncan said yesterday were not joking with Randolph! This guy is a typical funny guy off the court and a cruel guy on the court!

Randolph gritted his teeth. He still remembered that when he played the Spurs for the second time this season, his attacks at the beginning were blocked by Duncan. Duncan did not sway, and he was surprisingly accurate in judging Randolph's timing of shooting. That day, it was the third double-double in Link's career with 24 points and 10 assists that the Grizzlies won the game.

But Randolph doesn't believe in evil. Duncan's performance has been so poor throughout the season. You can't change every time you come to him!

So, Randolph suddenly turned around and walked to the basket with Duncan as the axis!

Duncan was not thrown away, but kept pressing against Randolph with his chest, preventing Randolph from breaking through comfortably. He also raised his arms high at any time to prevent him from taking action, while also blocking Randolph's passing route.

"Damn!" Randolph was so covered by Duncan that he could not see anything. The defense of this No. 21 was much tighter than Ibaka who only knew how to use his body.

In just one round, Randolph realized the gap between the Thunder and the Spurs, and Link's words, "Your opponent is Tim Duncan."

But now it was too late to know about this. Randolph pushed Duncan with his elbow and forced a layup, but he still couldn't escape the bad luck of being blocked.

"Bang!" With a crisp sound, Duncan pressed Randolph's layup tightly on the rebound!

Duncan is a player selected for the best defensive team for 13 consecutive seasons! Although this record is cut this year, it does not mean that Duncan is easy to bully!

The basketball rebounded violently after hitting the rebound. Veteran Mike Dess had long stuck his position and protected the rebound. Then, he made a long pass from Ginobili, and the Spurs' counterattack was formed instantly!

Popovich has been trying faster offensive pace since this year, which is why he needs Ginobili.

The Argentine Demon Knife killed the Grizzlies' heartland, and used a very confusing European step to shake off Tony Allen, who was chasing him, and easily counterattacked and made a layup.

At that moment, the stands in the Att Center seemed to roll. What kind of dark horses or miracles? In the Att Center, they were all buried!

Randolph looked back at Duncan, but found that the other party was still expressionless, which made him feel angry.

The Grizzlies' first scoring point were defeated in their first offense, but Hollins was not worried. He looked up at Link and made several gestures.

If you change the scoring point, won’t the problem be solved? Duncan is indeed old and determined, but Spurs small forward Richard Jefferson is not sure.
Chapter completed!