One Hundred and Ninety-Five: Things only Superstars Can Do

In the second quarter, Duncan scored 8 points in a row and made 4 of 5 shots in the opening. But the Spurs not only did not set off a wave of counterattacks, but were forced to fall behind by seven points. Popovich was extremely desperate, and Link used the team offense to push the Spurs into a corner.

Maybe Link's score wasn't so explosive, and his assist numbers weren't so exaggerated. But he did indeed revitalize the Grizzlies' offense, which is an indisputable fact.

But speaking of it, shouldn't the team offense be the Spurs' unique skill...

After the timeout, the Grizzlies brought Randolph up again, and Popovich was heartbroken again, because it meant that the Grizzlies' offensive firepower would become stronger than before.

Sure enough, the game after that became more difficult for the Spurs. First of all, with Randolph's defense, Duncan's offense can't be as easy as it has just been. Counterpointing a 100kg insider and counterpointing a 120kg "Roshan" are two completely different concepts.

Second, the Grizzlies' offense has changed more. With Randolph back, the Grizzlies have more offense. And Randolph also changed the first quarter of the game to fight with Duncan one-on-one, and became more dependent on team offense, which made Randolph play like a duck on the offensive end.

Randolph's playoff performance this year is really good, almost superstar level. Cuts, hooks, jumpers...all sorts of scoring techniques.

Under the Grizzlies' fierce offensive, the Spurs trailed by 13 points at most. At halftime, the Grizzlies returned to the locker room with a 52-43 lead.

"Having 52 points in a half game is not what the Grizzlies have always done. They usually win on defense, but today the Grizzlies played well on offense. Zach scored 15 points and six in the half. Rebounding, he made the interior defense miserable for the Spurs."

"Yes, interior defense, this is the Spurs' biggest weakness this year. Blair, Bonner and McDyess can't hold up the Spurs' interior defense. Brazilian Splitter is too young, Popovich doesn't seem to dare Give him more minutes in the playoffs. It's not a tactical issue, it's a staffing issue. I think this series is going to be a tough one for the Spurs."

Both commentators were apprehensive about the Spurs' prospects after watching halftime. Faced with evenly matched opponents, the Spurs may be able to rout the opponent with the tactics of the coach or the individual performance of the players. But strictly speaking, the Spurs and Grizzlies are not evenly matched.

Yes, the Spurs are No. 1 in the West, but their lineup is just restrained by the Grizzlies. The Spurs have the weakest interior defense, and the Grizzlies have the strongest interior offense. The Spurs have the strongest perimeter offense, and as a result, the Grizzlies' perimeter defense chain is beyond the reach of other teams. From the 1 to the 3, the Grizzlies can defend everyone.

Kerr doesn't know what Popovich thinks. In his opinion, the crisis in this round of the Spurs series is not just this game.

After the start of the second half, the Spurs played a strong attack. Richard Jefferson finally found his touch and took the lead in making a three-pointer to help the Spurs narrow the difference. Subsequently, Duncan continued to make times in the interior, and Parker stole Conley on the defensive end. After a meal, the Spurs started a 10-0 start in the third quarter.

However, after 10-0, the Spurs are only 1 point ahead. No way, the hole dug in front is really too big.

After that, the Grizzlies recovered, Randolph began to succeed in the penalty area again and again, and Mayo, who came off the bench, immediately scored three points. The Spurs quickly lost their lead and were held down until the fourth quarter.

During this period, the exhausted Duncan's offensive momentum began to weaken. Parker and Ginobili had to struggle to survive the Grizzlies' tight perimeter defense. It was not until the end of the fourth quarter that "Red Mamba" Bonner made two consecutive three-pointers within 41 seconds, which made the Spurs relax.

Little Gasol's footsteps are too slow. Every time he faces Bonner, he will be stolen a few three-pointers by the opponent. So far, the score has become 90 to 95, with 1 minute and 28 seconds left in the game. If it weren't for Bonner's two three-pointers,

The Grizzlies should now have an 11-point lead, which would give them total control.

But now, everything has changed. 1 minute 28 seconds to chase 5 points, this is an opportunity for the Spurs who are desperate for victory!

Hollins immediately suspended the game, the Spurs' heritage is always here. Although the whole game was suppressed on the scene, but at the last minute, the Spurs were not far behind.

After all, it is still the number one in the West!

"Okay guys, you've done a great job so far, I'm so proud of you guys who still held the lead at the last 1:28 of the game. But if you lose the game in the end, trust me, others will only give you shame! We missed some opportunities just now, and now I don't want to see something like that happen again. In the last few rounds, every attack is about winning or losing. So, I need you to be patient and avoid mistakes. Then, try to solve the attack in the open space ."

After Hollings finished speaking, he looked at Link's data on the big screen. 23 points and 8 assists, two assists and double-doubles. His organization and support today are the reason why the Grizzlies' offense played so smoothly.

Speaking of which, rookies who can score a double-double in a single playoff game during their rookie season generally end up becoming superstars. For example, Karl Malone, such as Rose, such as Duncan, who is 35 years old at this time, and so on. Originally, it is very difficult to enter the playoffs in the rookie season, even James and Durant have not done it. What's more, but also in the playoffs scored a double-double.

And such a character seems to have never existed in the history of the Grizzlies...

The Grizzlies' offense has just been blocked, and Hollins now hopes the team can keep the offense flowing in the final moments. Otherwise, the Spurs are on the rise now, and defense alone will definitely not be able to resist.

To achieve this goal, Hollins needs to make good use of Link's excellent offensive performance today. At the critical moment, it's up to that kid!

"Link, play the second position after you play later. Sean, you play the third position, I need you to open up space outside the three-point line to seize the opportunity!" Hollins made a substitution, and he used Shane Battier. Replacing Tony Allen, the purpose is to stabilize the offense while ensuring the defense as much as possible.

Link's and Shane Battier's defenses are very good. Although they are not as pure as Tony Allen, they will not have a problem with a Manu Ginobili who is too physically exhausted in the fourth quarter.

"In the last minute and a half, Link, take control of the offense. The Spurs will definitely strengthen their defense on the inside, so we can hit the ball to the outside, just like you did in the second quarter."

The timeout was short, and Hollins didn't say a word, and the game resumed.

The Grizzlies players stepped onto the court one after another, high-fiving and cheering each other, believing that the Grizzlies' journey is not over yet.

Link was about to turn around to join his teammates, but was grabbed by Hollins' shoulders.

"coach?"

Hollins walked up to Link, helped him sort out his jersey, and patted him solemnly on the shoulder.

"The playoffs are the stage for star creation, Link. Now, the stage is up to you."

Link smiled, of course he understood what Hollins meant.

In the last minute and a half, Link needed to end it all. He will prove that No. 1 in the West is not invincible.

The stage is there, the opportunity is there, and the rest is up to you.

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