Link had just returned to Memphis and found that he had become the hot topic of discussion again.

But what people are talking about is not his performance in the last game, but his historical ranking of a basketball writer.

Link ranked No. 6 in Bill Simmons' "Hall of Fame Pyramid" which caused a huge sensation.

He is not only the highest ranked among the active players, but also the highest ranked among all the players who debuted in the 1990s!

Kobe, Duncan, James, O'Neal and other well-known names were all under Link.

Link himself was also a little surprised. He didn't expect Bill Simmons to praise him so high.

After all, Bill Simmons' ugly bald look at the beginning was because of Link. They were actually more like enemies than friends.

But then again, since witnessing Link winning all the players of the month for a season, Bill Simmons has never looked for Link again.

Even often, he talks to Link.

As Simmons himself said, he acknowledged Link's greatness. This time, he expressed this recognition through ranking.

Bill Simmons' "Hall of Fame Pyramid" is still quite influential in the basketball world.

Although it is not an official ranking, Link is still very high to be able to get such a high ranking on this ranking.

But now he doesn't have time to discuss this, because the Grizzlies who just returned from Milwaukee still have to fight their old rival Los Angeles Clippers today.

The Clippers are still a force that cannot be ignored in the West this season, and this back-to-back game is also considered to be the Grizzlies' first defeat this season.

The performance of the Los Angeles Clippers in recent years is actually quite disappointing. The combination of Paul + Griffin + Jordan Jr. + champion coach Rivers was originally aimed at winning the championship.

As a result, the Clippers have never even played in the Western Conference Finals over the years. In the 15th playoffs, they were even shamelessly reversed by the Trail Blazers while leading 3-1.

But even so, no one thinks that the Clippers are weak teams. After all, their configuration is there. With Chris Paul's team, they will never be weak teams.

At the beginning of this season, the Clippers had a very good record of 4 wins and 1 loss. In five games, except for being defeated by Russell Westbrook when facing the Thunder, the other four games were won.

Moreover, among these four opponents, there are many Western Conference powerhouses like the Trail Blazers and the Spurs.

Meeting opponents like the Clippers in back-to-back games is undoubtedly a huge test for the Grizzlies.

Therefore, Link is not worried about the controversy like the "Pyramid of Historical Players" at all.

When facing the reporters' related questions, Link always said, "I would rather talk to you about the game tonight."

Link's attitude naturally embarrassed the reporters.

This was an opportunity to make big news, but Link was so cold, which obviously did not meet their expectations.

But no matter what, they have to argue about this topic.

As a result, there are more and more voices about Link "not daring to face super high rankings".

"Of course he didn't dare to face it. What is the concept of sixth place? Is he really better than Wilt Chamberlain?"

"Link only has three championship rings, but he ranks on Kobe, who has five championship rings. Are you serious?"

"Did Bill Simmons update the ranking when he was drunk? I admit that Link deserves a higher ranking, but sixth in history? That's too much."

The Grizzlies and the Clippers are about to fight, but people don't care about the game at all.

All forums and social media are talking about whether Link is qualified.

Some people admit Link, while others think Link is not qualified. The fans' quarrels have no intention of stopping. This even involves Bill Simmons, who is just the author.

Bill Simmons has always been a controversial figure.

But none of his columns have been as controversial as they are today.

The huge sensation and quarrel caused Bill Simmons to respond to the hot discussions of fans on his social media in the afternoon.

"First of all, I think Link deserves this ranking. Just one thing he has done has never done, and writing all the records he has broken can make you dazzled. His strength and his versatility are also incomparable to many great players."

"Of course, some people will say that he only has three championship rings. God, three rings are enough, and there are only two players like Hakim and Olajuwon! And these three rings have been won for three consecutive seasons. Isn't a player who has established a dynasty worthy of reward? By counting with your fingers, there are several people in the entire NBA history who can lead the team to three consecutive championships."

"Besides, Link's career is not over yet. I'm very sure that the number of rings in his hand will not stay at 3. Do you know why I only ranked him sixth? Because he has not reached his final form yet. If Link takes a few more rings in the future, let alone surpass Kobe, I might rank him ahead of Michael!"

"Also, this is my fucking ranking. I can arrange whatever I want. If I don't like it, don't look at it!"

Simmons' response was very tough and had no intention of "kneeling" the fans.

In fact, Link and Simmons are quite similar in some ways.

Link is a "big villain" in the league, and Simmons is also considered the hardest contributor to discipline in the entire espn.

He has always been his own way and speaks without any restraint. He never speaks mercilessly to fans and stars.

Because in his concept, few people in this world understand NBA better than him.

If what he says is not authoritative, then what others say is even more fartful.

Simmons did not accept the fans' suggestions at all and stubbornly believed that Link's ranking was not high at all.

This not only did not calm the debate, but instead made things worse.

So, the signs were even drawn to Link's opponent Chris Paul.

"I don't care which one he ranks, I don't care at all. No matter which one he ranks, we will do our best today to win." Paul's expression was serious, and he didn't want to join the quarrel.

Before he knew it, Paul had been joining the Clippers for five years. When he joined the Clippers, people had very high expectations for him and Griffin.

But in the past five years, Paul's career achievements have been almost in a state of stagnation.

Not to mention the championship, he and the Clippers have never even touched the edge of the Western Conference champion.

And how many five years does a player's career have to be delayed?

In the past, Paul could say that his road was still long. But now, Paul will be 32 years old in another half a year!

For a professional player, his path is really not long.

If he wants to lead the team to compete for the championship, he can only take advantage of these few years.

If he can't do it in the past few years, then he is likely to become the next John Stockton or Steve Nash - without a crown for life!

Paul knew that this was a season that he had to give it a try. If the Clippers still stagnate this year... Paul might choose to find another way out!

Paul also knew very well that the Clippers management had actually begun to lose patience. They had an excellent lineup every year and were strong teams every year, but they just couldn't go further in the playoffs.

If the Clippers continue to fail in the playoffs this year, the management may also push the entire team down and rebuild.

Jordan Jr., Griffin and Paul have all passed their golden age. If they continue to waste like this, it will make no sense to the team. So once the Clippers decide to push for reconstruction, the three of them will definitely part ways.

So, Paul knows very well. This year is their last chance!

If you can't achieve any results this year, everything will change.

If you want to achieve results in the playoffs, you need to pass the Warriors and the Grizzlies!

In today's game, the Clippers and Paul will win no matter what!

"You mean, do you think Link's ranking is a bit inflated?" The reporters would not let Paul go easily. Every question they had is leading Paul to Link's ranking.

"I don't know, but after this game, everyone should know. If Link is really as good as the ranking, then he should be able to win the game." After Paul finished speaking, he turned his head and walked towards the player passage.

Ranked sixth in history?

Well, if you can beat Link, the sixth place, you will definitely prove that you still have the ability to win the championship!

Although the Grizzlies fight back to back and are at a physical disadvantage, who cares?

A winner is a winner, and no one will think about how the loser loses.
Chapter completed!