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Link sat on the sidelines, behind him, fans were shouting the word "defense".
At this time, it was the Grizzlies' defensive round, Marc Gasol, who became the most highly anticipated player.
"Boss, am I still going to do it?" Seeing this, Link couldn't help but turn his head and talk to Stevens.
Stevens looked up at the big screen on the scene, with 5 minutes left before the end of the game, but the Grizzlies were already leading 18 points
The Clippers without Paul were abused very badly today. On the offensive end, the Clippers did not have a stable point. Griffin struggled to play today. After no one fed him a cake, Griffin was very efficient with Randolph alone. Until the fourth quarter, his score was not even double-digit.
Two years ago, as the darling of Los Angeles, the gap between him and Link is now widening.
The Clippers' offense today relied on Crawford and Matt Barnes on the bench. These two men transformed into bench bandits today, so they did not let the Clippers lose 20 points directly.
Before the game started, most people felt that even without Paul, the Clippers could fight the Grizzlies. After all, they are one of the best teams in the league.
However, it turns out that without Paul's Clippers, there is only the grizzly bears.
The Grizzlies' strength is no longer a team that can be easily dragged out, and they can play 55.
So, Stevens only answered Link, "If this attack on the Clippers fails again and we fight back, I think you don't have to play today."
Link nodded and leaned on the bench again. Yet, if this attack on the Clippers fails and the Grizzlies score another goal, the gap will go to 20 points.
With a five-minute lead of 20 points, there is really no need to play again.
So, it all depends on this offense and defense. Marc Gasol became the key figure in determining whether the game will end early.
At this time on the court, the Clippers' super sixth man, Jamal Crawford, was walking through a butterfly step outside the three-point line, making Nick Young very upset.
He hates whoever shows off the dribble in front of him the most, as if he is deliberately showing off. So, if you are strong, you will break if you force yourself.
Link shook his head, Crawford was waiting for you to reach out.
Sure enough, as soon as Nick Yang reached out to steal, Crawford immediately pulled the ball to the left and accelerated the breakthrough! Young Master Yang's defense is really not in line with the temperament of the Grizzlies.
Crawford successfully broke through, and the sprint was very fast after the breakthrough. After all, he was a single player, and these things were indeed top-notch.
After entering the inside, Crawford raised his hand and made a layup. If the ball was scored, the difference would have to be 16 points. Although the gap was still very large, at least he still had to play.
Just as Crawford looked around nervously, the shadow he feared the most still appeared.
Little Gasol rushed from the side with his teeth and claws, like a crazy beast. Crawford wanted to use a pull rod to avoid the cover, but before he could do so, the basketball in his hand was slapped away by Gasol!
"The eighth one, God! Marc Gasol gave the eighth block of this game! At the same time, this also set a new record for the highest block in a single game so far in his career!"
Accompanied by Hubby Brown's shout, the stands exploded. Link on the bench couldn't help but make an exaggerated expression.
Behind Link was one hand on Link's shoulder and the other covered Randolph. Beside him was Iguodala who was smiling brightly. In front of him, Conley was standing in the middle, with his mouth in an "o" shape.
Stevens looked at the lively treasures next to him and smiled with relief. This picture really looks a bit like the Los Angeles Lakers' bench in its heyday.
The Grizzlies' locker room atmosphere is so good that it's like a family. Even if you celebrate on the bench, the picture can be so harmonious.
Gasol completely turned into a beast today. Before the game, he was questioned by countless media and challenged by Jordan, the fourth-ranked young man.
They all thought this elegant Spaniard was easy to bully, but Gasol used his performance today to tell the world, "The Grizzlies have no cowards!"
Don’t you just think my data is not good-looking? Then I will give you data!
So today, Gasol ran physically on the defensive end and actively jumped and blocked. As long as he had the chance, he would play basketball as volleyball. As long as he had the chance, he would start to take the ball.
Then, it became the current situation. 8 blocks and 3 steals were blocked, Gasol allowed Jordan Jr. to score only 4 points, and became the nightmare for every Clippers player.
A "giant nemesis" like Jamal Crawford, who was so powerful that he was frightened by the big white bear that rushed out.
The basketball that was blown out by Gasol fell into Vasquis's hands, and the Venezuelan advanced steadily without any rush.
When Link saw that it was Vasquis holding the ball, he felt much more relieved. This South American defender who was not good-looking was very cunning. He would not do extra things and rarely make mistakes. Once he took action, it would be fatal.
Seeing that Bledsoe's defense was a little loose, Vasquis suddenly accelerated to break through! This time, the Clippers' defense was completely messed up.
Jordan Jr. has been autistic today. He has 8 blocks and 3 steals and 10 rebounds. Jordan Jr.'s 3 blocks and 7 rebounds are really not enough.
But seeing Vasquis rushing in, Jordan still wanted to make some face back. But Link just said that once Vasquis takes action, it will be fatal.
After attracting Jordan Jr.'s defense, Vasquis passed the ball behind his back, and it was very secretive. Jordan Jr. was ready to jump and block, but found that the basketball was no longer in the hands of the South American defender.
So who was the ball passed to? Marc Gasol who ran up from behind!
Since Vasquis' pass was very secret, Gasol was not hindered. After receiving it, he took the ball and took two steps directly, lifted the basketball high and jumped to detonate it.
By the time Jordan turned around, it was too late.
Gasol buckles with one hand, and Jordan could only stand there in a daze.
With one offense and one defense, Gasol allowed the Grizzlies to widen the gap to 20 points in less than five minutes. 18 points, 10 rebounds, 8 blocks, 3 steals and 4 assists. Marc Gasol showed the Grizzlies' No. 5 strength to the fullest today!
"It seems that you don't have to play." Stevens spread his hands at Link, and the game was over early.
Link shrugged, he was happy to be idle.
Today, although Link scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists, t.nt finally chose Gasol as the best player of the game.
This is also a rare time. After the Grizzlies won the best game, Link was not Link. 93 to 74. The Grizzlies won their fifth victory in the 8-day 6-game schedule.
5 wins in 6 games, winning the most important opponent, the Spurs, and no one was injured. The Grizzlies' January devil schedule ended successfully!
In an interview after the game, Link used the praises to his good brother Gasol without hesitation. "I said before the game that Mark should not be ranked second in the best defensive player prediction list, he should be ranked first directly. If I want to say, he is the best defensive player."
Hubby Brown ended his work in a happy atmosphere. After the game, Brown started chatting with his assistant as he watched the stadium where there were fewer people.
"Marc Gasol's performance is amazing, but in fact, there are many players like him. Zach, Conley, Andrew, Tony, Nick are all powerful players, but because they are covered by Link's light, it makes people feel that 'the Grizzlies are not very powerful except Link'. The Grizzlies have enough strength this year to strive for the highest honor in the league. Look at Gasol's performance today, you know I'm not kidding. The Grizzlies are not a giant team, but every Grizzlies player can play!"
The old man in his 80s explained the competition for the city for many years, but this time, he felt that the dream might come true.
Chapter completed!