1355: The Last Day as a Professional Player

At half past six in the morning, before the alarm clock rang, Link got out of bed by himself.

Over the years, his biological clock has already formed a habit. When the time comes, you will naturally wake up.

Linka opened the curtains, and Milwaukee is sunny today, making people instantly refreshed.

The day of the match day has officially begun. Link has experienced this kind of day for ten years.

But this time, it was very special. Because today is Link's last day as a professional player.

He will cherish every bit of this day...

After going to the toilet to wash his face, Link put on his clothes and prepared to go to the gym.

If this were Memphis, Link would have gone straight to the gym early in the morning.

But since it was an away game, Link was not so free.

When he got to the gym, Dillon Brooks was already sweating profusely.

Seeing Link appear, Brooks immediately stopped what he was doing.

"what?"

"It's nothing...just...today is the last game." Brooks hesitated.

"Yeah, it's the last game. You'll have to do your best for the rest of the day, man. By the way, don't listen to Zach, I wasn't the first one to clean up in the locker room every day during my rookie season." Link patted Brooks on the shoulder with a smile, and exposed Randolph's lie by the way.

"I actually know that Zach is teasing me, but... I think the earliest I come, I can practice more with you. That's why I come first every day." Brooks scratched his head , "From now on, no matter how early you come, I won't see you again."

"What are you talking about? I will come back to visit the team from time to time, don't be lazy. Go ahead, the people of Milwaukee will not give up the victory." Link smiled. Unexpectedly, this guy was the first one to clean up the locker room every day. For myself...

At noon, the players dine together in the restaurant of the hotel. Of course, what to eat and the amount are arranged by the nutritionist. On the day of the game, the players generally don't eat too much to avoid Paul Pierce's diarrhea incident from happening again...

Link is eating delicious chicken breast and broccoli today,

But it feels different.

After all, it's the last time he'll eat this damn nutritious meal. In the future, Link promises that he will never eat these ghost things again!

After retiring, he will frantically sweep up all the Chinese restaurants in Memphis.

Braised pork, twice-cooked pork, pickled pork with preserved vegetables, all kinds of meat, all arranged!

Ice cream, ice cream, cream cake, all bought home!

Thinking of this, Link ate more happily.

The last meal, hurry up and hurry up!

After lunch, it is time for a nap. Of course, players in need can also find a physical therapist to massage and relax for themselves.

Link, as always, found Judy Seto, the "secret weapon" that Kobe had recommended to him.

She has escorted Link's career for many years. Link has not suffered a fatal injury in these years, and she has a credit.

"This is the last time I will participate in the finals, Link." Saito said suddenly in the middle of the massage.

"What are you talking about? Even without me, the Grizzlies can make it to the finals." Link waved his hand, Jokic and Brooks, he looked at the pair.

"No, what I mean is, I'm going to retire after this season. In fact, I would have retired a long time ago, if Kobe hadn't recommended me to you. I'm old, Link." Saito smiled kindly Laughing, she is very honored to watch another legendary career come to an end.

"Really...Thank you for taking care of me all these years, Judy, I hope you will have a happy life in the future."

"Thank you, Link."

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At four o'clock in the afternoon, everyone finished their lunch break and departed from the hotel where they were staying to the Bradley Center.

As soon as he got in the car, Link received a text message from Rachel. She and the child had already arrived at the luxurious private room that Wade had reserved at the Bradley Center.

Link instantly felt relieved, and now he can concentrate on the game!

However, as soon as the team bus drove out of the underground parking lot and the sun just shone through the windows, everyone exclaimed.

"God, what's going on!?"

"This... is too exaggerated!"

"God, what's the difference between this and the championship parade!?"

Hearing the exclamation of his teammates, Link looked away from the phone and looked out the window.

As a result, Link was startled by the scene that caught his eyes.

On both sides of the street along the way of the bus, there were people all over the place.

This time, it was even more exaggerated than when Link and the others just arrived in Milwaukee!

It feels like every gap on the sidewalk is filled with fans! Moreover, all fans put on dark blue commemorative T-shirts.

This commemorative T-shirt has been on the shelves since Link announced that he would definitely retire after the season.

In addition to Link's name and number, the T-shirt also has images of six championship rings printed on it.

Of course, after today, commemorative T-shirts will have to be updated. Because the number of Link's championship rings is about to reach seven!

The local police in Milwaukee are on the verge of a threat, a situation that has never been seen in this city.

Due to the shortage of manpower, many police officers who were on vacation were called back temporarily.

Seeing the team bus drive out, the fans cheered.

The others were right, it was a parade of championships!

When the bus drove into the crowd of fans, Link saw many fans raised their cards. But this time, the contents on the nameplates are very uniform, with the same three words——ThankyouLink.

After Link said those words at the press conference last time, the fans stopped keeping Link, and they all began to bless him.

The scene at this time was like Reggie Miller's last battle in Indianapolis.

All the fans chanted "Thank you, Link," and everyone held up their cards.

It's just that the scale this time is dozens of times that of that time!

Paving an entire street and paving a stadium is not a concept at all.

Along the way, the voices of the fans never stopped. There are fans waiting on the route of the team bus.

Link's eyes turned rosy, this was the most touching moment he had ever experienced.

Of course, Link is also full of pride.

From being an unknown draft pick to now, Link feels that his life is complete.

Arriving at the Bradley Center, the underground parking lot has been surrounded by reporters.

When Link got out of the car, the flashing lights made it hard for everyone to keep their eyes open.

At this time, there were not many empty seats in the stands in the Bradley Center.

Although the game has not yet started, everyone came to the arena ahead of time to prepare for this special night.

On the big screen in the arena, there was even a commemorative short film officially made by the NBA for Link.

You know, this is the home court of the Bucks!

It is absolutely unique in NBA history to play a promotional video of the opponent in the finals at home!

The lights in the arena dimmed, and everyone's attention fell on the big screen in the Bradley Center.

On the originally dark screen, the scene of Link's trial training with the Grizzlies appeared.

There was a burst of loud cheers from the stands.

Then Link and Robert Pera appeared on the screen. The two of them were holding hands in the middle of the screen. This was a photo of Link and the Grizzlies when they renewed their contract with the Grizzlies.

The big screen continued to play clips of when Link led the team to win every championship.

From the youthfulness when he won the O'Brien Cup for the first time, to the maturity when he defeated Leonard last year.

Link's ten years of glory quickly flashed before everyone's eyes.

"I fucking enjoy being the big villain, what's wrong with being a villain?"

"Our goal is to build a dynasty, and I know a lot of people think I'm crazy, but ... we'll see."

"What was I thinking 15 seconds before the kill? I was thinking about the celebration later."

"There is nothing to worry about, there are a bunch of idiots like you on the court!"

"Bill Simmons can get ready to shave his head. I've given him a thoughtful gift."

The scenes of Link shouting at the new press conference, on the sidelines and in the locker room are also reproduced one by one.

This arrogant, rude but brave and resolute man appeared in front of everyone as if alive.

Yes, if he didn't have such an aura of contempt for the world, how could he have won seven championship trophies in his ten-year career?

Still the same sentence, without the courage to be an enemy of the world, how could Link survive in this cruel world?

Cheers and applause continued for a long time.

Everyone can't wait to see Link himself play, and the entire Bradley Center seems to have become Link's home court.

At this time, Link was sitting in the locker room, looking at his familiar teammates, the dark blue jersey on his body, and everyone's eyes.

The last day of my career, what a brilliance.

Link stood up and clapped his hands. Whenever he does this, it means he is about to start talking.

"Come on guys, the O'Brien Cup is out there, waiting for us to take it home. Derek, haven't you been dying for this? Dwight, don't you want to prove yourself? All of us, don't we all want to make history Is it? Now, it's time!"

"Today is my last game. I am proud that I have only played for the Memphis Grizzlies in my life. I am also very fortunate to have met you." Link obviously did not count the short time in the Rockets into his career resume middle.

"On a night like today, I hope you can enjoy the game to the fullest and enjoy the moment of victory at the top! Let's go and grab the championship!"

After Link finished speaking, everyone was gearing up.

Everyone wants to use a great victory to send off the greatest player in Memphis history!

Link and his teammates rushed out of the locker room, ready to step into the arena.

At this time, the live DJ shouted out of his lungs.

"Now, let us welcome the Memphis Grizzlies and six-time champion, five-time regular season MVP, and seven-time double first-team winner from Fresno State University, Link!"

"Let's go, let's go!" Link felt his blood was burning, he waved his hand and led everyone into the arena.

The last day as a professional player, entering the most important moment.

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