One Thousand Three Hundred: Better Physical Fitness than 98% of NBA Players

The Pelicans attacked in the first possession, and Ingram was stunned.

Of course, it also scared the "Fat Tiger" on the side.

Speaking of which, this is the first time Zion competes with Link.

As a player born in the 2000s, Zion Williamson naturally has not personally experienced Jordan's glory.

Michael Jordan is actually just a name to Zion.

And Link is the Jordan in the minds of players of Zion's age.

Standing in front of Link, the young players are under tremendous psychological pressure.

I had only heard of Link's legend before, but now after fighting against Link in person, Zion felt that Link seemed more terrifying than the rumors said.

No wonder Hachimura was zero-blocked some time ago. Zion even sympathized with the Japanese rookie in the same class as himself.

Zion made up his mind that he would not challenge Link on a whim today.

Next, it's time for the Grizzlies to attack. The Pelicans' defense has always been quite good. The defensive abilities in the five positions are all excellent.

But today Ingram is the Pelicans' weak link on the defensive end.

As we all know, Ingram has always been very dominant on the defensive end with his slender body.

But Link wasn't afraid of the slender defender.

Neither Antetokounmpo nor Durant could stop Link from scoring.

What's more, now that Link has received a stability bonus, it will be difficult for any team in the league to guard Link, let alone an individual.

Ingram bravely opened his arms, but his eyes that were as sleepy as Tracy McGrady revealed inexplicable resilience.

At the same time, Zion Williamson is always ready to help defend behind Ingram.

Zion is not tall, but his excellent explosive power and active defensive attitude give him all the conditions to become an excellent shot blocker.

In the NCAA last season, people talked about the scene where he took off from the mid-range to block an opponent's shot from beyond the three-point line.

That ball,

Perfectly showing Zion's terrifying physical fitness.

But, Link had performed the same block in the NBA a few years ago. So the sensation caused by Zion's goal was not particularly big.

Link saw that Ingram was defending him, so he directly chose to force the pass.

Ingram's confrontation ability is indeed one of his weaknesses, and this weakness is not obvious on the offensive end. But on the defensive end, lack of confrontation ability can be quite fatal.

Ingram was pushed all the way to the basket by Link. Although he raised his arms high, this obviously did not solve the problem.

At this moment, Zion Williamson rushed into the penalty area like a hunting lion.

Seeing Williamson's momentum, Hubie Brown at the commentary desk widened his eyes.

Williamson is like a bomb that is about to be detonated. The way he is ready to go will really make people shudder, as if his power is so strong that it will crack the wooden floor.

Link jumped up leaning on Ingram, and Zion Williamson also jumped up.

For a moment, Zion felt as if his legs were tied with explosives, and a huge beast flew into the air.

Everyone covered their heads. Judging from Zion's jumping height, he could really risk Link's layup!

What's more, there is Ingram with unusually long arms hanging next to Link.

This goal is difficult!

A normal person would probably be frightened when he saw a beast like Zion attacking him after taking off.

But Link is extremely calm. Will a veteran who has been working hard in the league for ten years be intimidated by a rookie?

joke!

I saw Link holding the basketball high in the air, but he didn't make a move.

When his body began to fall, Link was still holding the basketball.

But at this time, the bodies of Ingram and Zion Williamson were falling faster than Link!

There is nothing technical about Link's strategy. A simple summary is - jump up and wait for you to start falling before I take action.

The ability to stay in the air is strong, which means you can do whatever you want.

Sure enough, Link threw the ball toward the basket just before his feet touched the ground.

Generally speaking, the action is taken when the body is soaring or reaching its highest point.

It is very difficult to use force when the body is down, and it is extremely difficult to score a goal.

But this difficulty is not a big problem for the league's top athletes.

Super scorers such as Kobe and Jordan have all experienced scoring goals while falling.

Link threw the basketball towards the basket, and Williamson and Ingram, who had already fallen to the floor, could only watch as the basketball grazed the backboard and refracted into the net.

"This..." Ingram was stunned again. This goal was so unreasonable!

An Ingram with unusually long arms, a fierce and brutal Williamson.

Almost no player can successfully layup when blocked by these two people.

However, Link specializes in doing these incredible things. He successfully scored, and his offense and defense were extremely strong as soon as he came up.

The record of 26 consecutive victories is in front of him. Just like when he played the 76ers, Link is too lazy to drag the game to the end.

A game that can be clocked out in three quarters will never be delayed until the fourth quarter.

Williamson couldn't believe his eyes. Link had just been suspended in the air for so long.

Moreover, he can score goals calmly even when his body is down.

This is so annoying!

Now, Zion has a question in his mind.

How did James, Durant and Leonard survive?

After facing a pervert like Link for so many years, they actually still have the courage to continue challenging!

Convinced!

But after the shock, Zion Williamson quickly calmed down.

If the number one player in the league can be defeated so easily, he is not the number one player.

It's true that Link is strong, but it's not time to give up yet.

Basketball is not a game of bullying.

Ingram also glanced at Zion at this time. The two confirmed their looks and decided to make trouble!

In the subsequent attack, Ingram held the ball again and continued to cover Zion.

But this time, Ingram hit the ground and passed the ball after the screen, and handed the ball to the "Fat Tiger" who cut into the basket.

Williamson is fast, faster than JaMychal Green imagined.

Green simply couldn't figure out how much strength it would take to move a 129-kilogram body to run so fast?

Thinking of Zion's ability to directly crush stars in the NCAA arena, it is not difficult to estimate his power.

An exaggerated plot like stepping on your sneakers that almost only appears in comics was turned into a reality by Zion. So think about it, how terrifying his explosive power is.

JeMichael Green was only thrown half of his body away in the first step, but he didn't completely lose his position.

But when he was about to stick to Zion, Zion took the initiative to give Green a confrontation.

Although Green's confrontation ability is not as good as his "predecessor" Harrell, it is also above average.

Logically speaking, it is more than enough to deal with a rookie who has just been promoted from the NCAA.

But the moment he was hit by Zion, Green felt like his whole body was knocked away. He couldn't compete with Zion at all!

Zion Williamson's confrontation ability has long been top-notch in the NBA.

This time last year, when Zion was still playing in college, Celtics star Paul Pierce once said: "Zion's current physical fitness is already better than 98% of NBA players."

It seems that Pierce did not lie.

We all know how easy this guy played in the NCAA and high school.

After taking Green away, Zion jumped almost to the level of his head and the basket, and then dunked with both hands!

Zion, who is only about 2 meters tall, has the effect of "Big Shark" O'Neal.

The reporters under the basketball hoop couldn't help but tilt their bodies, fearing that Zion would break the backboard and hit them.

With a weight of 129 kilograms and terrible strength, even a reinforced basketball stand is a bit too much.

There was a burst of exclamation in the FedEx Arena, Zion was simply breathtaking!

You know, Link has performed miracles again and again in this arena. Therefore, Grizzlies fans are not surprised by most of the wonderful goals.

No matter how exciting it is, can it be more exciting than Link?

But Zion Williamson's dunk just now broke the situation. With such power, Link really couldn't dunk.

"A beautiful response. Zion Williamson is indeed an unreasonable killer. I don't know what will happen if Link confronts him."

Hubie Brown admitted that even he would like to see such a matchup. Because Zion is very likely to be the first rookie to really make Link suffer.

Zion landed and shook his fist secretly. His confidence soared, and he knew that he was not a lamb to be slaughtered.

Jemichael Green rubbed his chest and looked at Link helplessly.

It’s really difficult, boss, please help me!

"Hold on. Once I take care of Ingram, I'll help you defend." Link patted Green on the shoulder and ran towards the frontcourt.

Don't worry, sooner or later it will be the No. 1 pick's turn.

But before that...well, I hope Green's psychological quality is strong enough.