One Hundred and Ninety: The Strongest Backline in the West?

Durant stood blankly on the court, the back of this lanky guy was very lonely.

He saw Link throw the basketball into the stands, then enjoyed the hugs of the fans. He saw the Grizzlies players ecstatically celebrate the victory, the second round of the playoffs for the first time in franchise history. Of course, he also saw the uncomfortable numbers on the big screen at the scene.

3 out of 14.

Durant clenched his fists, very unwilling. The scene in front of me should have happened in Oklahoma City. If he can do better today...

Thinking of this, Durant felt a little astringent in his eyes. But he still bit his lip and walked towards Link.

Link stopped all celebrations when he saw Durant walking towards him. On the court, Link might make his matchups extremely uncomfortable. But after the game, Link will respect most of his opponents.

"Congratulations, Link." Durant walked up and hugged Link gently, and immediately, several cameras surrounded them.

"You guys are doing great too." Link didn't know what to say, the future is yours? I don't seem to be qualified to say that to Durant. After all, Durant is more senior than him... So, he can only say the most ordinary.

"No, you completely beat me, I admit it, and I also hope that the person who beat me can go further in the playoffs. But the next time we meet again, it will definitely not be that simple." Durant said After finishing, he patted Link's chest, "Come on."

Then, the Thunder No. 35 disappeared into the player tunnel. Link stood there scratching his head, what is this? Is it a blessing or a provocation? Maybe the relationship between men and men is sometimes so delicate.

Link believes what Durant said, and if he meets that guy again in the playoffs in the future, it will indeed not be that simple again. Durant in this period is indeed not mature enough, and his shortcomings are as obvious as his advantages. In the playoffs last season, Durant averaged only 35 percent from the field. This is enough to show that it's not that you won the regular season scoring title, you are just as invincible in the playoffs.

Compared with last year, Durant's performance this year is considered good.

In recent years, Durant is still growing. But two or three years from now, Durant will never be so young in the playoffs.

Link still remembers that in the 2014 playoffs, according to the original history, the Grizzlies and the Thunder would meet again. The most impressive thing about that year was that people said Tony Allen had a good defense against Durant. But in reality, Durant was still able to score 26 points on 44 percent shooting in that series. In this way, people think Tony. Allen's defense is a success. This shows how terrifying a mature Durant is.

However, Link believes that in two or three years, he will be completely different. He is looking forward to another showdown with Durant, and I hope they can play a more exciting showdown when they are all mature.

Afterwards, Link was completely surrounded by reporters, and everyone in the Thunder team disappeared from the sea of ​​joy. Link didn't think about it anymore. Now, the only thing he should do is to enjoy the victory.

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Gregg Popovich stared at the TV without saying a word.

The Grizzlies won, and as he expected, the Memphis Grizzlies fouled and overturned the young Thunder.

When the Grizzlies went from eighth to fifth, Popovich probably knew the Grizzlies would be a tough opponent this year. After all, even he was avoiding the Grizzlies in the first place. The regular-season game has already taught Popovich that any team will have bad luck against the Grizzlies. Even if you can win, you have to pay a huge price.

An opponent that even Popovich doesn't want to run into is enough of a deterrent.

And now, Popovich's worst fears have really happened. The Memphis Grizzlies advanced to the fifth place in the Western Conference, which means that the Spurs and Grizzlies will meet in the second round of the series!

After hiding for a long time, the Spurs still did not hide. After Gay's injury, the Grizzlies' rise has been surprising.

But that's Memphis' "Ewing's Law," and you have to obey.

"They are strong, especially Link. Even compared to the regular season, he has improved a lot."

Beside Popovich, Tim Duncan, who has been taciturn, finally spoke up. He kept his eyes on Link, and the No. 0's performance throughout the series was astonishing.

Today's game that limited Durant to 3 of 14 was just one of his outstanding performances.

"Yeah, that kid is more amazing than any undrafted pick I've ever seen. His talent is top notch, but he was undrafted...Tim, do you feel confident? It's only the second round , we can't be out early." Popovich turned his head to look at the big man beside him, and you couldn't see any emotion on his face.

"Confidence? Confidence can't help us win, we have to fight hard to win. We have to be prepared, the next round will be very difficult for us."

"Well, it's definitely going to be tough. I've said before that from now on, there will be one more formidable opponent in the West. But for now, let's think about how to take out the Hornets tomorrow. Game time is over, tomorrow is the time to do it. It's over," Popovich said, turning off the TV.

Grizzlies VS Spurs, although a round later than expected, but the two sides still met.

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News that the Grizzlies beat the Thunder to advance to the second round of the series exploded across the nation the next day.

But at this point in New Orleans, the news of the Grizzlies' promotion was indifferent. Because today, for the Hornets, will be their day of life and death.

At first, New Orleans fans were excited. But the further back in the game, the less cheers from the fans.

Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker, the backline duo, will completely destroy the Hornets.

"Manu Ginobili completely destroyed the Hornets' defense today. The Argentine doesn't look like a 34-year-old player at all! He once again used the pick and roll to break through the Italian, with a mid-range jumper and another hit!"

On the commentary stage, Mike Brin was stunned by Ginobili's state. With 33 points, 6 assists and 6 rebounds, he didn't play like a Spurs player at all. He was like a superstar, and he finished the game on his own.

And another guard Parker, 24 points and 9 assists. In the playoffs this season, Ginobili and Parker averaged 20.6 points per game and 19.7 points per game. It's not an exaggeration to say they are the strongest backline in the West. Those two players, who combined are in their 60s, don't know how many young guards in the league should be ashamed.

Among them, there is naturally Chris Paul.

After the serious injury, Paul's state was not as good as before. Today, he was abused by two old guards of the Spurs. Paul was even more disappointed.

He was disappointed in himself, but he was equally disappointed in the Hornets. Over the years, the Hornets have never had a decent signing. Paul was thinking that maybe his career should have started from a different place.

After Ginobili's hit, the Hornets trailed the Spurs by 13 points. At this time, there are only 2 minutes and 18 seconds left until the end of the game.

"If nothing else, there should be no big problem for the Spurs to advance! In this way, the matchup between the Grizzlies and the Spurs will definitely be quite exciting! Mike, what do you think the match between the Spurs and the Grizzlies will be?"

"It's difficult." Mike Brin replied to his partner.

"Yes, it will be difficult for any team to meet the Spurs. Although the Spurs and the Hornets won't decide the winner until Game 6, the Hornets themselves are not weak teams. Even the eighth place in the Western Conference, their strength is very strong."

"No, I mean, the Spurs will have a hard time. After all, in Memphis, Manu Ginobili won't encounter such a lax defense." Mike Breen stared at the court, watching the two players who were making waves this season. foreign defender.

I don't know how much scoring strength they can play in front of the Grizzlies?

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