240: Go too far
In the first quarter, the Grizzlies' offense almost stopped. In the whole first quarter, they only scored 12 points.
But in the second quarter, the situation was completely the opposite. Link has scored 10 points so far, and the Grizzlies' offensive state is very different from before.
In the first quarter, the Grizzlies emphasized team attacks, and anyone could try the ball, but found that no one was effective. In the second quarter, Hollins emphasized Link's offensive focus. As a result, Link's outstanding offensive feeling made the Grizzlies proud! So at the critical moment, it is very important to have a character like a "stabilizing sea needle".
Stars and teams are both indispensable.
Now, before the second quarter was finished, Link scored 14 points, which is the highest score in the game now. As of now, Link's performance is indeed more amazing than Ross
The score difference was only 5 points left, and the Bulls panicked. Thibodeau hurriedly replaced Ronnie Brewer, hoping to destroy Link's momentum.
But for Link, this is more conducive to his attack!
After all, Korver's offensive threat is there. The experience of being shot by Korver last season has always made Link invest a lot of energy on the defensive end. But after Brewer came on the court, Link was able to free himself from the defensive end and concentrate on attacking.
Ronnie Brewer is mainly a breakthrough player on the offensive end. In the 2008-09 season, he averaged 13.7 points per game with excellent physical fitness. But since the Grizzlies injured their knees, Brewer's athletic ability has not exploded. His average score is only about 6 points this season.
In terms of shooting, Brewer's shooting moves can make fans cry. But it's not his fault, but because Brewer injured his arm in a car accident when he was a child. Until now, his right elbow cannot be fully extended. Therefore, shooting has always been his weakness.
As an outside player, Brewer's free throw percentage this season is only about 55%, let alone three-pointers.
The breakthrough is gone without the power of the past and the shooting is not good. Brewer's threat on the offensive end is far less than that of Korver.
Thibodeau thought he had put shackles on Link, but in fact, he relieved Link a lot of pressure.
After the Bulls came back from the timeout, Ross continued to do his own thing. But this time, when he broke through to the middle distance, he found that Link was double-teaming!
"Link attacked in time. Has the Grizzlies' defensive strategy changed??" Kevin Harlan looked at Link. He was everywhere today.
Ross was forced to stop by a sudden attack, so he had to jump up and pass the ball to Brewer.
Seeing Link coming back quickly to block his breakthrough route, Brewer tried a three-pointer!
Link smiled happily, all he wanted was you to shoot three points.
Brewer's shooting moves are really amateur enough. However, due to this flaw, Link also expressed deep respect for him.
But respect is respectful, the game still has to be won. Brewer's long shot made Randolph take a rebound with a smile, the Bulls' offense failed again, and the Grizzlies counterattacked!
Link has scored 10 points in a row. He is now the Grizzlies' number one dangerous person. As the number one dangerous person, he will be protected by the opponent's most tight defense. Of course, it can also attract the opponent's defensive attention the most.
As a result, the Grizzlies' other opportunities have become more!
This time, when Link borrowed a screen to break through, Noah had to make up for the basket. Link had already scored too many goals today, and Noah, one of the Bulls' defensive pillars, could not sit idly by.
But Link did not do anything because he scored 10 points in a row. Under Noah's pursuit, Link did not force a layup. If so, the basketball would only be pinned by Noah on the rebound.
Link directly passed the ball without looking at someone and sent it to Gasol Jr. Gasol Jr. was left at the free throw line without anyone to guard it. He took action without even jumping, and he took a free throw.
However, this "free throw" is worth two points!
"With a beautiful assist, Link can not only score by himself, but also lead his teammates. The Grizzlies' offense is completely alive, but the Bulls, their offense seems to be in a quagmire! The score difference is only 3 points left, and the Bulls are very dangerous!"
Chicago fans stopped making trouble, and the cheers in the United Center were much less. From leading 13 points to leading 3 points, they had not yet realized what was going on.
Seeing Gasol score a goal, Link ran over and patted his butt. Link also wanted to touch his head and kill him, but he couldn't reach his head.
It seems that Gasol, little, doesn't want his beard to look as long as Byron Davis.
The Bulls tried to open the score again, but unfortunately Ross' pass to Boozer was intercepted by Randolph. After this steal, Fatty Lan fell to the ground to save the ball. Link felt that the floor was about to be crushed.
Randolph's enthusiasm helped the Grizzlies compete for offensive ball again. Link received a quick basketball advance. This time, he assisted Guy to make a three-pointer shot from outside the three-point line and the score was equalized!
"Where is your defense!? Where is the defense!?" Thibodeau was so angry that his face turned red and his neck was thick. However, the Bulls' defense was actually not bad, but the offense led by Link was really good!
After the score was equalized, the mentality of both sides naturally changed drastically. The Bulls' performance was not very good for the last few offenses and defenses. After Ross was blocked from his passing route, he could only play difficult layups again and again. After the Grizzlies' morale became more and more tough on the defensive end, which undoubtedly further increased the difficulty of Ross' goal.
On the Grizzlies, Link scored and passed the ball, stabilizing the scoring momentum. After the second quarter, the Grizzlies had gone from 13 points behind to 2 points ahead! Among them, Link's 20 points in the first half was very magical! As for Ross, he scored 11 points in the first half, and his game was pretty good.
But compared to Link, it's not magical enough.
The Chicago media began to panic. This is going to be slapped in the face!
During the halftime break, Thibodeau was furious. So in the second half, Link found that his opponent had become "Deng Yingqiao" Lore Deng again.
Luo Er Deng's defense is the best of all the opponents Link encountered today. But Link had already played the touch at this time, and he was not afraid of Luo Er Deng's height of 2.06 meters and long arms.
After all, Link is someone who doesn't even let Durant go.
Link continued his crazy performance at 20 points in the first half. Luoer Deng made a better breakthrough and back than Brewer, so Link used various jump shots to torture Deng's nerves. After the cross step, Link used this killer move of mid-range shots several times. His various jump shots made Luoer Deng beaten to no aura.
Lor Deng believes that he actually interfered with many of Link's shots. But today, Link's good feel allows him to continue scoring even if he is slightly disturbed!
Link's scoring number is getting higher and higher, and the Bulls' irons continue to rise. Fortunately, Ross stood up at the critical moment, and he made consecutive free throws and scored 8 points in a row, which allowed the Bulls to narrow the gap to 4 points!
At this time, there are 6 minutes left in the fourth quarter, and the Bulls still have hope of winning.
This time, Link took a step back from the middle distance on the right and worshiped Buddha, swaying the experienced Deng Yingqiao beautifully, and then broke through and made a layup.
Link played extremely confidently on the offensive end today, and all kinds of movements came. After this goal, Link had already scored the 34th point of the game!
This is the highest score in Link's NBA career!
"34 points, Link broke the career highest scoring record he got last season against the Rockets! He was simply a beast on the offensive end today. The Bulls replaced three people to defend him, but no one succeeded! When the Grizzlies' offense stagnated, he bravely stood up! Coach Thibodeau suspended the game, and the Bulls still had a chance. Rose scored 8 points in a row and pulled the Bulls back from the edge of the cliff! Of course, this also means that Link can still improve his highest scoring record!"
Accompanied by Kevin Harlan's exclamation, Link walked off the court and slapped his teammates. The offense felt really good today, and he could shoot whatever he wanted.
After Link sat down, he looked up at the data on the big screen. Ross scored 22 points, and he himself scored 12 points!
I believe that now, the media that say they are insignificant in front of Rose are very anxious.
But in order to completely block the media's mouth, Link decided to do more than that in the next few minutes!
After all, you are too much.
Chapter completed!