803: Who cares, it's all the same
The game eventually turned into an exhibition match where the Grizzlies broke all records. What's even more uncomfortable is that nearly 20,000 Heat fans in the Center Arena of the American Airlines Center must also watch their extremely annoying Grizzlies perform on their territory.
In the first quarter, the Grizzlies scored 42 points in 23 rounds, scoring as high as 1.82 points per round. This is the most efficient single-quarter game since the Memphis Grizzlies established the team. In addition, the Grizzlies made 4 three-pointers in a single quarter and made 13 free throws, 9 more than their opponents, and hit 11 of them.
The 42 points in the first quarter also set the NBA's first quarter scoring record in the finals since 1967. Of course, the Grizzlies also tied the finals' single quarter scoring record in one fell swoop. The last team that could score 42 points in the finals was the Celtics in 2008.
In the sixth game of the 2008 Finals, the Celtics humiliated the Lakers in 42 points in the fourth quarter. Today, the Grizzlies directly tied the Heat in the first quarter.
In the end, the Grizzlies ended the first quarter with a score of 42 to 25. But everyone knows that the nightmare is not over yet!
In the second quarter, the Grizzlies maintained their magical feel in the first quarter. In this quarter, the Grizzlies made all the first 6 shots, and made 19 of the first 21 shots, with a shooting percentage of more than 90%, which is shocking!
Although the Heat gradually found the offensive feeling and began to score consecutive goals outside the three-point line, the gap between the two sides was too big. The Heat's sudden power was like a small stone thrown into the vast ocean, unable to withstand any sensation.
The Heat had already risen to resist in the second quarter, but the score in the first half was still very tragic. 71 to 50, 21 points behind in the half. As soon as the half-time game ended, Van Gundy saw some fans leaving the court early.
The Grizzlies scored up to 75.8% in the first half, setting a new record in NBA history.
The previous record of half-time shooting percentage in the finals was born in 2009. At that time, the Magic scored 75% of the shooting percentage in the first half of the finals. In the end, the Magic narrowly defeated the Lakers with a 4-point advantage, which was also the only final victory in the history of the Magic.
After this game, the victim of the highest half-time shooting percentage in the finals changed from the Lakers to the Heat.
Lakers fans are probably very grateful to the Grizzlies now, who helped the Lakers get rid of shameful records.
In just one half, the Grizzlies touched the historical record of the three finals. It would be a hell for Heat fans to be able to watch such a game.
In the second half, the Heat had basically given up on resistance. Their only motivation for playing this game was to hope that the Grizzlies would not be able to score a record of the biggest score difference in the finals.
In the entire second half, no Heat fans made a sound, and no Miami media said that the Heat still has hope.
The cruel facts are in front of everyone. The three Heat giants who shocked the entire basketball world three years ago were beaten up by the Grizzlies like elementary school students!
Everyone knows that this tragic defeat may not only be the end of this season, but the end of the entire Big Three era!
LeBron James hasn't agreed to renew the Heat's contract yet. Well, he might have thought of a way out.
All the Heat players had expressionless faces, and about one-third of the seats were empty in the stands at the American Airlines Center Arena. The new president of the league must be quite annoyed now because the Grizzlies have reduced the money-making ability of the NBA Finals by a level.
In the end, the Heat succeeded. Of course, it was not a successful reversal of the game, but a successful failure to break the league record.
121 to 97, the strong grizzly bear started killing on the South Coast.
At the Heat's home court, they ruthlessly slaughtered the Heat 24 points. After Link scored 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists in the third quarter, he rested until the end of the game. Grizzlies fans were complaining that the Heat's poor performance completely lowered Link's average data in the finals.
If the Heat can hold on for a while, Link will probably be able to score three consecutive triple-doubles.
After the game, players from both sides hugged and signaled for the first time after the game.
The reason is very simple. The war has ended early and they don’t have to go against each other anymore.
Wade was the first to walk towards Link, and wanted to laugh, but couldn't laugh. He was happy for Link's success, but the "Flash" who is no longer young is also very clear. Link may have taken away his last chance to win the championship.
"You really can do it, little brat."
"I'm sorry, Dwyne. But if it were you, you wouldn't show mercy, right?" Link hugged Wade tightly. For Wade, this result was indeed too cruel.
"What stupid things are you saying? This is competitive sports. Winners don't have to apologize to the losers. You have done a good job. Do you still welcome me to your training camp this summer?" Wade immediately adjusted his expression and no longer felt sad. If he treats himself as a loser, he will be really defeated.
So he quickly changed the subject.
"Stop talking about training camp, even if you come to the Memphis Grizzlies, I would also welcome you warmly." Link looked at Wade meaningfully, but Wade just waved his hand.
"Hahahaha, if you recruit me publicly like this, I can report it to the league immediately. Hello, aren't you serious, aren't you?"
"Just kidding, hehe. But if you think about it one day, it will count."
"Okay, enjoy the victory. The fourth battle... I'll see you." After Wade finished speaking, he shook his head and waved his hand to leave. It was actually the most embarrassing to fight the fourth battle when the outcome was decided.
Both sides obviously didn't want to play again, but they had to fight again. Wade, who played the finals for the fifth time in his career, has never encountered such an embarrassing thing.
After Wade, James also walked up and hugged Link gently. But unlike Wade, James didn't say anything to Linkdo. After a simple sentence "You are great", he turned around and left the court.
Unlike Wade, James still thought about revenge. He didn't want to give up the position of the first player in the league, and he didn't want to watch Link occupy his era like this.
Although this season is destined to be unable to take revenge, James' ambitions are not limited to this season.
There are many opportunities for revenge!
Therefore, he still regarded Link as his number one competitor. So, the two just hugged him politely. Otherwise, James would seem to be very unsportsome.
Today I would like to greet Link politely in advance. After tomorrow's fourth battle, James will be able to turn around and leave directly. It will not be even more uncomfortable to stay on the scene to watch others hold the cup.
The last person who came up to hug Link was Bosh, but Bosh said nothing, just hugged and left. After all, Link and Bosh had almost no personal relationship and were not considered old enemies on the court. So, both of them were not interested in each other.
After seeing off the Heat Big Three, Link blew his waist and watched the backs of No. 3, No. 6 and No. 1 slowly disappear into the depths of the players' passage, and couldn't help but sigh.
In this history, it was actually myself who broke up the unparalleled three Heat giants!
He completely broke up this great combination with a 72nd win and a 4-0 more cruel than 72nd win.
The three Heat giants, which were originally powerful in history, have now become the biggest background board for the Memphis Grizzlies!
A huge sense of accomplishment suddenly arose. For Link, this is much more interesting than making money!
Two days later, in the same place, the Heat players seemed to be unable to take any steps throughout the game. After all, they had lost all the motivation to fight.
In today's game, the attendance rate of the American Airlines Center Arena was only 70%! The TV ratings were only a dismal 10.1! This was the lowest ratings finals after the Spurs and Pistons in 2005!
There is no suspense game, so naturally no one likes to watch it.
But for Grizzlies fans and Grizzlies players, it was undoubtedly an exciting and memorable night.
In the last three minutes of the game, the Grizzlies were already far ahead. All the substitutes and coaches of the Grizzlies stood shoulder to shoulder and hands on the sidelines. They cheered and waited for the referee to rush forward to celebrate the moment the game ended.
The live commentator no longer explained the game. He began to talk endlessly about how great it was to win two consecutive championships, and how difficult it was for a small city team to win two consecutive championships.
And what about Link? He thought that he would not be as excited as he was the first time he won the championship. But when he really wanted to win the championship trophy for the second time, he realized that he was outrageously wrong.
Standing on the sidelines, Link clenched his fists tightly, and his heart was thrusting tightly. His legs were already trembling slightly, just like when he first stepped into the professional arena. But this time, Link was not nervous, but excited!
This emotion of great happiness is indescribable, but it is extremely wonderful.
The Grizzlies swept 4-0, what else is more convincing than this?
Who dares to underestimate the Grizzlies? Who dares to think that the Memphis Grizzlies are not qualified to stand here? Who dares to laugh at the Grizzlies as a country team!?
Who else!?
Want to see the runner-up of the 74-win total? Want to see the unanimous MVP fail? I'm so sorry, it disappointed everyone again!
At this time, in the luxury box, Robert Pera, the Grizzlies owner who was about to leave for the award ceremony, was also very excited. When he bought the Grizzlies, he did not expect his team to win the championship for two consecutive years.
When buying the Grizzlies, Pera's economy was still in trouble. People say that the Grizzlies would become the last straw that broke Pera's back. This young diamond five will eventually be ruined by his impulse.
Pera also admitted that in addition to loving basketball when he bought the Grizzlies, he did have the gambling elements. Who were you betting on? It was Link! He was interested in Link's potential, so he chose the Memphis Grizzlies.
As a result, the Grizzlies not only did not crush Pera, but also helped Pera.
In recent years, Grizzly Bear has helped Pera make a lot of money. His current assets are several times more than they were back then!
Even the best gambler in the world cannot win such a prize.
"Thank God, thank God..." Pera kept muttering, causing Chris Wallace to laugh.
"Hey, I think you should be thanking Link." Wallace patted the young boss on the shoulder.
"No matter what, it's the same. Link is God, God is Link..."
As soon as Pera finished speaking, the harsh sound of electronic beeps came from the bottom of the box.
4-0, the Grizzlies swept the Heat to win the finals!
Chapter completed!