128: Don't be afraid of being targeted (40/40)
The San Antonio Spurs have been an evergreen in the West since they selected Tim Duncan in 1997. During this period, they won four championships and remained among the strong Western Conference teams. They are the kind of existence that seems inconspicuous but often can play those popular teams out.
Until this year, Duncan is 5 years old, Ginobili is 4 years old, Parker is almost 0, and Vic is 62 years old, the Spurs are still one of the strongest teams in the West. Until now, the Spurs have only lost 10 games. Their 48-10 record also keeps the team at the top of the Western Conference!
Faced with opponents of this level, the Grizzlies did not dare to slack off from top to bottom. They arrived at the Att Center early today to prepare for the evening game.
Among them, the most serious one is undoubtedly Link. He is serious today. He joked with Link several times, but he was so sad that he was just laughing.
"What's wrong with that guy today? He has a grudge against the Rockets, does he have grudge against all Texas teams?" On the court, Randolph complained.
"God knows what's going on. He hasn't been normal since yesterday. When we were on the Riverside Trail yesterday, he was watching the Spurs game video! Oh my God, I'm so bored that I don't want to watch the Spurs game video." Tony Allen echoed.
"You tell me, is that boy broken up? During the All-Star Game, I bought him two boxes of sports protective products, and put them in his bag very considerately. I don't know if he is using it."
As soon as Randolph finished speaking, Link cast his eyes. Those two idiots said bad things and didn't know how to speak in a low voice.
"Zach, aren't you afraid that Tim Duncan will kick your ass?" Link fought back.
"Scared? Don't underestimate Uncle Zach, I'm even better than kg!"
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"Zach Randolph played in a low singles, Duncan was in a row, he was as solid as a rock! Randolph turned over and jumped, and Duncan jumped up, and he blocked beautifully. Oh my God, the first quarter has not been finished, and this is Duncan's second blocking Randolph in this game."
On the commentary stage, Steve Cole applauded Duncan. After five minutes of the first quarter, Duncan had already won two Raiders. And after each Raider, Randolph, who was extremely annoyed, turned around and looked at Duncan, but found that the 21-like expressionless look was really interesting.
"Damn!" Randolph yelled, bragging in front of Link before the game. Today, Duncan was like a chicken-blooded person, and was extremely firm on the defensive end.
Randolph had already made a move in just five minutes, but none of them hit. If he hadn't just won two free throws, Randolph would have been embarrassed to "swallow the egg".
"The Grizzlies' offense has encountered big trouble. It is obvious that the inside offense they are proud of didn't work today. Marc Gasol just tried an offense, but under De Juan Blair's excellent defense, he also failed to hit. The Grizzlies may have to change their offensive strategy. Not every game can be solved by relying on the black and white bears."
As soon as Cole finished speaking, the Grizzlies drove the sideline. This time, Randolph passed the ball to Conley. Conley broke through with the ball, and the defense of the "French sports car" has always been only average, but the Spurs' system has covered this.
As soon as Conley entered the inside, he was blocked by Blair who rushed over. Blair was 2.01 meters tall, but more than 120 kilograms, making him a veritable "meat mountain". Conley directly attacked him, afraid that there would be no good results.
So he broke through and passed the ball, ready to find Tony Allen who followed the cut.
However, as soon as Conley's ball was passed, Ginobili stretched out his arm, and he was waiting for this time!
Before Tony Allen received the basketball, Ginobili stole the ball and then fought back with the trend!
Conley cursed, the Spurs are so smart!
Ginobili pushed to the basket all the way, and behind him, Tony Allen pursued him relentlessly.
After taking off and making a layup, Ginobili knew that Tony Allen was not easy to mess with, so he changed hands and made a layup in the air, avoiding Tony Allen's block.
Seeing Ginobili scored, Link couldn't help but sigh that this guy is getting more and more sexy, and his mind is full of sexy operations.
After Ginobili scored a goal with the Grizzlies' mistake, the Spurs had already led the Grizzlies by 5 points. 12-7. The Grizzlies have not scored in double digits yet. Link's 2 points, Randolph's 2 points and Conley's one point are all the scoring sources of the Grizzlies. If Randolph's two free throws, the Grizzlies have only scored twice in sports games.
This offensive efficiency is naturally something Hollins doesn't want to see.
So he called for a stop to play, hoping to make some adjustments. As a defensive expert, Hollins could clearly see that the inside offense he was proud of was completely restricted. He needed to think of other ways, such as letting Link attack.
However, Hollins was also worried because he could guarantee that Vicky must have expected that he would do this and was ready to deal with Link.
However, after looking at the situation on the court, Hollins had no choice. "Next, we will launch more attacks from the outside, Link actively interspersed with running positions, seize the opportunity to attack the Spurs. Our offensive efficiency is too low, and we must find a way to find a gap. The opponent is the first in the West, don't think that you can defeat your opponent in just two easy moves!"
In the end, Hollins chose to increase Link's move. I just don't know how Vicky dealt with Link.
"Richard, the Grizzlies will definitely strengthen their offense at the third position next. Remember the content of the training these days, stick to him and don't give him any chance. If he breaks through, lead him into the defensive trap. In short, don't let him score easily." On the other side, Vicci was indeed talking about Link's matter.
The old man attached great importance to the undraft. He scored 0 points, scored two-double, staged a final win, and won the rookie vp. There was no reason not to pay attention to that guy.
The timeout ended and Link was ready to play. Before he went on the court, Bathir, who had made his first appearance after joining the Grizzlies, stood up and muttered a few words in Link's ear.
The live photographer discovered this shot and took it down.
"Oh? Is Bathier giving advice to Link? As we all know, the Grizzlies traded back to Bathier, in addition to requiring his immediate combat power, they must also need him to guide Link well. At present, the master and apprentice get along very well."
Steve Cole was a little expectant, while Richard Jefferson was a little nervous. What medicine were selling those two guys!
The Grizzlies' first offense after returning from the timeout, Jefferson noticed that Link's running became more active.
This time, Randolph did not sit in the inside and compete with Duncan alone, but instead gave Link an unball cover.
Link hit the right three-point line and received a pass from Conley. But Richard Jefferson, who was struggling to defend, quickly pressed him up, pressing him tightly as Vic told him, not giving him any shot space.
Link was not panicked. He had been practicing with defenders like Tony Allen and Bathir on the training ground for a long time. He had never seen any rough defenses?
I saw the No. 0 undraft calmly holding the ball with both hands and making several tentative steps. This immediately attracted Duncan's attention. He knew that he needed to make up for defense the moment Link broke through.
Using the power of the system to defend, this is the real strength of the Spurs on the defensive end.
Link first took a step forward, tricked Richard Jefferson into the center of gravity and immediately turned around!
Jefferson didn't expect Link to break through so decisively, and his tentative steps were full of killer aura.
Seeing this, Duncan immediately raised the delay. He could not give Link any chance, even the opportunity to stop jump shots and pass the ball.
"Too tender!" Vicci smiled. Although Jefferson was broken through, he did force Link to the defensive trap. Moreover, Duncan's response speed was very fast.
Now Link doesn't even have space to pass, let alone shooting!
But at this moment, Link, who was staring at the basket, suddenly shook his wrist and passed the basketball over Duncan!
The basketball was almost wiped against Duncan's body and was sent out, and then it fell into Randolph's hands accurately!
"This!" Vicci stood up. He couldn't see Randolph! Duncan blocked Randolph. How did this guy do it!?
In fact, when Link broke through, he knew that Duncan would delay himself. First, he has watched a lot of Spurs' game videos recently and knows their defensive habits. Second, Battier just now reminded him to be careful of the Spurs' defensive traps. Combined with his rich experience, Link naturally knew that choosing passing is the best choice at this time.
Therefore, Link did not hesitate after breaking through, and didn't even have to look at it. He seized the fleeting opportunity and passed the ball out. Link didn't look at the position of Randolph, but had a clear idea in his heart!
Hill itself is a forward who is good at passing balls, so this kind of pass is also easy for Link.
After receiving the basketball, Randolph rose directly under the basket. Today, Duncan has already made two goals in his career and has not scored a sports game, which has long made the Big Black Bear breathe.
"Bang!"
The basket made a loud noise, and Randolph's nearly 120 kilograms of weight and the huge force made the entire basketball rack sway down.
Randolph hit his chest after landing, and this dunk was the most morale-raising goal of the Grizzlies so far.
Link was not as excited as Randolph. After smiling at the Big Black Bear, he immediately retreated. He had simulated the ball in his mind countless times just now, so he would not feel surprised at all.
Chapter completed!