Nine Hundred and Twenty-Three: It’s Really Too Difficult

As soon as Link and his teammates stepped into the Chesapeake Energy Arena, they found many fans in the stands holding up signs.

On the sign, the words "Defeat the Grizzlies" are very prominent.

All Oklahoma City fans are extremely jealous. It can be seen that the fans here really hate the Grizzlies.

The game hasn't even started yet, but these fans seem eager to rush up and tear Link and his friends into pieces.

Without Durant, Thunder fans are still so rampant. There is no doubt that this is the confidence Westbrook gives them.

Thunder local commentator Michael Cage also showed his confidence in this game.

"The Memphis Grizzlies are fighting back-to-back, and they also lost Mike Conley. Of course I didn't forget that the Thunder also lost Durant, but judging from the current state of both sides, I think the Thunder have the advantage. Russell Weis Brook will not give up this game easily, he will burst out with all his strength! Even if Westbrook scored a very exaggerated number today, I will not be surprised at all."

As soon as Michael Cage finished speaking, his partner Eddie Gordon retorted.

"I believe you didn't watch the game between the Grizzlies and the Magic late last month, right? If you really knew the Grizzlies, you wouldn't be so confident. No one or any team is 100% sure in front of the Memphis Grizzlies. . Even when the Grizzlies are playing back-to-back games."

Eddie Gordon joked, he and Michael Cage have been old acquaintances since they were players, so they don't have to worry about each other's face when they quarrel.

Eddie Gordon is the father of Aaron Gordon, the fourth overall pick in 2014. Since his son joined the Magic, Eddie has become the official commentator of the Orlando Magic.

More than half of the Magic's home games are narrated by Eddie Gordon.

At the end of last month, he personally commented on a game between the Magic and the Grizzlies.

In that game, the Magic maintained their lead in the first half thanks to their incredible three-point shooting percentage.

Until halfway through the third quarter, the Grizzlies were still 12 points behind the Magic.

But in the last quarter and a half, Link led the team to start a counterattack. It seems that the Grizzlies only need a little effort to make the Magic at a loss.

The strength of the two teams is not at the same level at all.

Most teams in this league are not at the same level as the Grizzlies.

In the end, the Grizzlies not only won, but also won by 9 points! If the Grizzlies hadn't given up on defense in the last round, the Magic wouldn't have been able to maintain such a "decent" single-digit point difference in this game.

That game left a deep impression on Eddie Gordon. He believes that the Grizzlies' dominance can only be understood most directly after seeing it with his own eyes.

Therefore, he took the initiative to apply to commentate on the game between the Grizzlies and Thunder today, preparing to witness the Grizzlies performing miracles again.

He believes that the defending champion will not be defeated so easily.

"You have to tear me down Eddie? Look, the Grizzlies are very weak now, but the Thunder are very strong. If you think the Orlando Magic can be compared with the Thunder, you are totally wrong. The Magic can't kill Just because the Grizzlies are dead doesn't mean Westbrook can't do it."

Amid the bickering between the two commentators, the referee signaled the players from the two teams who were warming up to get ready at designated positions.

For the Thunder, Westbrook, Dion Waiters, Andre Robertson, Steven Adams and Ibaka formed the starting lineup.

It can be said that the Thunder's starting lineup has changed dramatically compared to last season, but it is this starting lineup that allowed the Thunder to improve its record even without Durant.

Westbrook stepped onto the court with confidence, his eyes fixed on the Grizzlies players.

He is curious about who will be his opponent in Conley's absence.

But he believes that no matter who it is, he can handle it! Westbrook is eager to try, ready to blow the Grizzlies to pieces!

The Grizzlies' starting five also came out one after another, with Marc Gasol stepping into the center circle and Zach Randolph standing outside the circle. Iguodala and Jimmy Butler were standing near the midfield line, and at the No. 1 position, Westbrook saw the guy wearing the same number as him.

"What!?" Westbrook felt as if he had been punched in the chest, and his previous ambition was instantly cut in half.

Link plays the number one position? The Grizzlies just let him play the fifth position some time ago, and now they have him playing the one position. Jorge must be treating Link as a universal glue!

Just move Link wherever there is a shortage of people? Can he really adapt?

"There is no real No. 1 player in the Grizzlies' starting lineup, and Dellavedova did not start. Is it possible that Coach Joerger simply abandoned the No. 1 player?" Michael Cage and Westbrook I'm equally surprised. I thought it was the Fish Pond Bureau, but a great master showed up. Can you not be surprised?

"This game is interesting. Link will face off against Westbrook directly! Come on, let's see if Westbrook has really evolved as Bill Simmons said!"

Eddie Gordon suddenly became more energetic. With Link playing the one position, what will the Grizzlies' offense look like?

The game officially started. After the referee threw the ball into the air, Adams won the first offensive ball for the Thunder.

After Westbrook received the basketball, he cautiously advanced with the ball.

As a result, just after halftime, Westbrook saw Link approaching with open arms.

In an instant, all beautiful illusions were shattered. Link is indeed playing the No. 1 position today, and Westbrook will be entangled with last season's best defensive player!

Link lowered his center of gravity and did not rush forward. His eyes were fixed on Westbrook. He could see that Westbrook was scared!

Westbrook doesn't care about the best player of the month, but he knows that if he wants to fulfill his promise, Link must pass this test no matter what.

So Westbrook mustered up the courage, called for cover, and prepared to break through!

Guard No. 0 accelerates through the moment Ibaka's screen is in place. Normally, this simple cooperation is enough for Westbrook to get rid of most opponents.

Westbrook's explosive first step is beyond the reach of many people.

But Link was not thrown away. He immediately bypassed the screen and caught up without giving Westbrook any space!

At this time, Westbrook usually chooses to take the initiative to confront. After all, his physique and athletic ability are nearly invincible at the No. 1 position, and almost no one can hold him.

When playing the Clippers a few days ago, even Paul couldn't withstand Westbrook's impact.

Seeing that Link was still standing in front of him, Westbrook repeated his old trick and attacked Link directly!

"Boom!" The two forces collided violently, and both sides were hit by each other's punches.

Under normal circumstances, Westbrook's move is enough for him to get rid of his opponent, and then easily attack the frame directly.

But this time, Westbrook himself was bounced away, and he didn't hit Link!

Link is capable of playing the fifth position, so it's natural that he can't be pushed away by a point guard so easily.

Even though this point guard has extremely abnormal physical fitness!

Westbrook could only go for a layup when his center of gravity was unstable, but due to the strong blockage and Link's terrible air defense height, Westbrook's layup was seriously interfered with.

In the end, Westbrook went straight to "crossing the bridge."

The basketball flew directly from the right side of the basket to the left side of the basket, with no accuracy at all!

"Russell was going to force the frame, but that move didn't seem to work in front of the Grizzlies."

Eddie Gordon shook his head. If he wanted to score on Link, he had to be smarter. As the scoring leader, it is difficult for Durant to score on Link's head, let alone Westbrook.

Link successfully withstood Westbrook, and then immediately took off the rebound twice.

Westbrook also wanted to shoot and grab the ball immediately, but without an overwhelming advantage in athletic ability, he could only watch as Link took the lead in collecting the ball.

In just one round, Westbrook was very frustrated.

In the past, he suppressed others, but today, he was suppressed by Link.

Although the attack failed, the Thunder retreated very quickly.

At the beginning, the Thunder's strategy was to use Andre Robertson to defend Link. But now, the Grizzlies' lineup is unexpected. They don't have the No. 1 position. Anyone Westbrook defends is out of position. The Thunder's defense simply cannot proceed as planned.

So, Westbrook waved his hand and decided to defend Link himself!

Since we have to face each other, we must do it thoroughly!

All along, it was Durant who was fighting against Link. This time, Westbrook also wants to do his part for the Thunder!

Maybe he can really do something Durant has never done?

Link slowly controlled the ball and approached. He was indeed the No. 1 player on the court. The height of 2.03 meters in the first position is not the tallest in NBA history, but this height definitely gives him an advantage in the first position.

Westbrook held up Link's legs and supported Link's waist.

Like Paul, Westbrook is very good at defending small players against big players. In fact, if Westbrook wasn't so impulsive, he would be a very good defensive player.

Link raised the basketball with both hands, not in a hurry to break through. He knows very well that he is now a point guard, and his first task is to connect the team's offense!

So Link kept his eyes on the inside line and gently hoisted the ball in.

In the three-second zone, Steven Adams chose to go around to defend Gasol.

Gasol is the starting center of the Western Conference All-Stars this season. Although the Spaniard has been absent for a period of time this season, he has performed very well when he can play games. Therefore, he also won the favor of the fans and was voted into the starting lineup.

Steven Adams knew that Gasol could not be restricted by conventional defensive methods, so he went around as soon as he came up.

The forward defense is indeed very useful against centers with strong scoring ability. Yao Ming has been defended frequently in the past. And the most terrible thing is that at that time, the Rockets really didn't have a defender who could feed the ball to Yao Ming who was being bypassed.

Therefore, using the move around to deal with Yao Ming is often very useful.

But if the No. 1 position is strong enough and can safely pass the ball through the opponent, then the forward defense will lose its power.

And Link is capable of doing this!

Adams saw the basketball falling toward the inside and raised his arms to steal.

However, the basketball fell past Adams' fingertips at a very precise angle, and fell right into Gasol's hands!

Everyone was stunned. The Grizzlies were able to pass such a high-quality ball without the No. 1 position!

When Gasol caught the basketball, there was no one in front of him! The Spaniard was not polite, he took a big step and violently pulled the frame with both hands!

Westbrook was dumbfounded. Adams was 2.13 meters tall! It is very difficult to hoist the ball in through this "big mountain"!

Even he may not be able to pass the ball successfully in such circumstances.

But what about Link? In an understatement, he completed the assist.

Watching Gasol score, Link clapped his hands excitedly and directed everyone to retreat immediately.

Under the command of Link, the Grizzlies seem to have the discipline of an army.

At this time, Link is like a true top point guard in the league. He controls every step of the game!

Westbrook was still wondering at the beginning whether Link could adapt immediately because he was constantly jumping between different positions.

Now, the Turtles have an answer.

Link can not only play from position one to position five, but he can also perform at the top level no matter which position he plays!

Want to steal the victory from a guy like this?

Difficult, too difficult...

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