880: Praise from God (4/5)
The seventh consecutive triple-double, the second in history.
There is no doubt that this achievement achieved by Link in the game against the Warriors flooded almost all sports media the next day.
Although Link is not the first player in NBA history to achieve a triple-double achievement in seven consecutive games.
But in the 21st century, this professionalization has been very mature, the rules are very perfect, and the face of strong opponents has won seven consecutive triple-doubles. The media and fans have agreed that Link's seven consecutive triple-doubles have the highest value.
"There has never been such a player in NBA history. I doubt whether the records in this league will be broken by Link."
"It's already incredible that the seventh consecutive triple-double. No player has ever done this since the 1990s. And we all know that this is not the end!"
"Link cast a shadow on the Warriors' prospects. Not to mention 16 consecutive victories, even if the Warriors broke the 33-game winning streak, as long as they cannot pass the Grizzlies' level, everything will be futile."
In just one night, the prestige established by the Warriors seemed to collapse.
Previously, people said that the Warriors were about to subvert the Grizzlies' rule and that they would become the most powerful new force in the league.
But after fighting with the Grizzlies, this sound instantly became much smaller.
In the words of Stephen A. Smith, "The Warriors couldn't even survive the second quarter in the game against the Grizzlies. If the Warriors really want to subvert the rule, they must at least hold on for a while."
The huge difference in this game is really beyond the expectations of most people.
Although the Grizzlies are currently ranked second in the West, they are undoubtedly back on track.
Memphis' brutal rule over the entire league will last for a long time.
At noon the next day after the game between the Grizzlies and the Warriors, Espn even invited Michael Jordan, the current Charlotte Hornets boss, to be a guest on a show.
During the show, the host asked Jordan a lot of bad questions.
For example, ask him which championship he thought was the hardest-earned one, which scene he was most impressed during the game, etc.
At the end of the show, the topic is naturally inseparable from Link, who is now very popular.
"Michael, I know you may be tired of similar questions. But as far as I can tell, no one has ever asked you about this question. How do you evaluate Link? Do you think he has a chance to reach your height?"
After the host asked this question, all the fans held their breath and waited to eat the melon!
In recent seasons, Link has been compared with Jordan more and more.
Last season, when Link made a bet with Jordan for Robert Pera and finally won 74 wins in a single season, the discussion about Link and Jordan was pushed to the top.
Link is indeed so magical, so magical that people see Jordan's shadow in him more than once.
The scene of his doing whatever he wants at his opponent is also very similar to the unstoppable "god" back then
And now, this problem finally fell on Jordan himself.
The whole world was waiting for Jordan to speak, and Jordan also lowered his head and thought for a while.
Michael Jordan is an extremely competitive person. Even after retiring, he rarely speaks good things to others.
Faced with such problems, Jordan is mostly arrogant. Of course, as the most successful player in NBA history, Jordan has arrogant capital.
Once, people asked Jordan to evaluate James. As a result, Jordan said mercilessly, "I don't think he is great to LeBron. I recalled us back then, it was impossible for me to call Bird and the Magician."
To be so straightforward, not many people dare to refute James, so Michael Jordan has the courage.
Everyone wants to know how Jordan will evaluate Link. If Jordan says Link is not good, according to Link's personality, will he criticize Jordan back?
If Link slams Jordan back, it will be too lively!
This melon is so sweet that everyone wants to eat it.
As a result, Jordan lowered his head and thought for a while, and said something unexpected, "Link is the best player in NBA's active offense and defense. Of course, he has the opportunity to do everything we have done in the past. In fact, he is doing this too. Looking at his records one by one, he is creating his greatness."
As soon as these words came out, all those who watched the show, including the current host, were shocked.
If Jordan spoke out loudly, people might not be so surprised.
But it is indeed unexpected that Jordan, the proud guy, actually praised Link so bluntly.
"Yes... is it? In my impression, this is the first time you have admitted that a player may reach your level." The host stuttered and he didn't know how to continue the conversation.
"Of course, I just said I had the chance to do it. After all, if there were no 6 championship rings, it would be useless for him to break many records." Jordan said, raising his hands towards the camera.
God knows when the "old gangster" put six championship rings on his hands. Maybe this old B king is ready long ago.
Seeing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
This is like Jordan's style.
Although this issue ended with Jordan's strong pretentiousness, it is an indisputable fact that his praise for Link is also an indisputable fact.
After the show was broadcast, the topic of "Link is overtaking Jordan" became the hottest topic of discussion on social media.
Link was praised by Jordan, which made countless Grizzlies fans collectively **.
However, even if "God" praised Link in person, there were still some people who sang the opposite tune.
Among them, Bill Simmons, the number one "Lin Hei", is the most active one.
"Michael has criticized many people, but he has praised many people. But let's see what the outcome of the people who are praised by Michael."
"Ren Baias, who was selected by the Boston Celtics in the second pick in the first round at the 1986 draft, was praised by Jordan. In an interview, Jordan said bluntly: I have never seen such an outstanding player, this kid will become a superstar!"
"However, just two days after being selected, Ren Baias was found dead at home because of xd overdose."
"Allen Iverson was praised by Jordan a lot back then. Perhaps in Jordan's eyes, Link was the talented Iverson back then. But since he reached the Finals in 2001, Ai's career trajectory has been declining. When he came to the Nuggets' playoffs, he was caught in the locker room turmoil. Until now, Ai has never had a championship ring."
"As for Kwame Brown...well, I don't need to say more about his story, everyone should know very well."
"After saying so much, I just want to prove it. Michael may be a great player, but he is not a great prophet. When Link secures his third championship, let's talk about how close he is to Jordan."
Bill Simmons was extremely excited because in his opinion, Jordan was a benchmark that could not be surpassed.
Even if Jordan personally admitted Link's strength, Simmons would find it difficult to accept it.
Bill Simmons's article on the opposite tune instantly attracted a lot of people's attention, but Link was completely unaware of it.
Chapter completed!