At the end of the first half, the Grizzlies fell behind the Nuggets by 15 points. Thunder fans and Knicks fans must be very satisfied with this result. They really wish the Grizzlies lost a little more miserably today.

After all, the result of the first round of All-Star voting this year must have disappointed the fans of these two teams. Kevin Durant has been dominating the Western Conference's forward line in recent years, and he was even one step away from winning the O'Brien Cup last season. As a result, he was killed by Link this year in the All-Star voting. It would be strange if Thunder fans were not angry.

Although Anthony did not compete directly with Link, the number of votes was still far behind Link after performing so well this season, and the Knicks fans must not be convinced.

In the minds of most people, Link is still a junior in the third grade. Is it better to compare him with superstars such as Durant and Anthony? It’s okay if you are not qualified at all!

Although this is only the result of the first round of voting, there may be a turnaround in the future. But even so, Thunder fans and Knicks fans are already quite angry.

Therefore, on the day the results were announced, the Grizzlies were 15 points behind the Nuggets in the first half, and the mood of Knicks fans and Thunder fans instantly improved a lot.

They really hope that the Nuggets can let the whole world see how many votes Link is not worthy of it!

At the same time, in the Grizzlies' locker room, young coach Stevens is setting up the tactics for the second half.

Being 15 points behind is indeed very tricky, but it is far from the end of the world. If someone thinks that the Grizzlies can only play a good match, then Stevens will subvert their ideas today.

"We were very passive in the first half, and the pace was led very quickly by the Nuggets. Their defense today was very tough, and everyone's quick steps ensured that their defense switching efficiency was very high. So in the second half, we also need to focus on the defensive end!" Stevens knocked on the tactical board, and for a moment, Link felt that the person standing in front of him seemed to have become Hollins again.

I have been focusing on the defensive end and haven't heard anyone emphasize this for a long time.

"The Nuggets like to play team attacks, so in the second half, we will resolutely implement man-marking defense and not pass the ball to the opponent. If one-on-one, there is no real single-handed fight in the Nuggets. Therefore, the offensive efficiency will definitely decline."

"As for the offense, we only need to open up space for Link in the second half. The team's offense was obviously restrained by the Nuggets, so in the second half, we must simplify the complexity and open up space so that Link has enough territory to display his fists. When the Nuggets start to double-team, you must seize the opportunity!"

Stevens did not say in the end, "When the Nuggets start to double-team, Link must find the teammates in the open", but told others that they must seize the opportunity. Because the young coach believed that Link would definitely send the ball to the right place, even if he didn't need to remind him.

Link nodded solemnly, which means that he must score vigorously in the second half.

In the first half, due to strategy issues, Link scored only 12 points, but gave 5 assists.

In the second half, Link knew very well that he had to further improve his aggressiveness. Indeed, the team was 15 points behind, the situation was very difficult, and all the heavy responsibilities were put on him.

But taking on the heavy responsibility and leading the team forward isn’t this what a star should do?

Link was not afraid, but was somewhat expectant. The All-Star vote was second only to Kobe and James, who was the second best king of the world, but would not be knocked down so easily.

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Old Carl was in such a great mood today that he didn't even scold him during the intermission.

There is nothing more fun to give the Grizzlies a blow on the day of Memphis City.

Although he is already an old man, George Carl is very vengeful. The old man still remembers the experience of being kicked out of the first round of the Grizzlies last season.

He knew that the little back named Stevens liked to engage in egalitarianism. So today, Old Carl let Stevens experience the ultimate of what egalitarianism is.

Not only offense, but also defense, George Carl has developed an egalitarianism today.

In the first half, the Nuggets showed excellent defensive performances in five positions. They decisively switched defenses and broke the Grizzlies' established tactics several times. On the offensive end, everyone is a star, and everyone can score when they stand up.

George Carl believes that as long as the Nuggets can maintain their form in the second half, those who exchange weapons for tickets during the day will definitely hold the tickets in piles to exchange for their weapons.

This is the consequence of annoying an old basketball guy!

The cheerleaders left the court and the cheers suddenly became louder. Don’t get me wrong, the fans are not applauding the cheerleader girls, but shouting for the players who are returning to the court.

On the basketball court, the protagonist is always the one who plays the ball.

After Link jumped a few times after he came on the court, he felt like he was eager to try. The difference in 15 points seemed to be a lot, but if you think about it carefully, it would only take a few rounds.

If you want to reach an offensive climax, you are nothing more than doing both defense and offense. While forcing the opponent to fail to score, your side will score quickly.

On the defensive end, Link has confidence in his teammates. On the offensive end, Link has more confidence in himself!

"The second half officially started. This may be the worst second half that the Grizzlies have ever had since played this season. Coach Stevens stood on the sidelines seriously. We don't know what he arranged during the break, but we will soon see the effect!"

The Nuggets attacked first, and Ty Lawson made gestures while controlling the ball through the half, looking much more confident than at the beginning of the game.

Lawson has always been loved by George Carl, and he averaged 20 minutes of playing time in his rookie season. This key training has finally achieved results. This season, Lawson averaged 16.7 points and 6.9 assists per game, and it is not an exaggeration to say that he is the point guard of the first tier of the league.

However, as soon as Lawson approached the three-point line, Mike Conley stuck it up very roughly. It is obvious that the Grizzlies need to strengthen their defense.

But the short and strong Lawson was not afraid of physical confrontation. He leaned on Conley and forced himself to accelerate, as if a sharp knife, and then cut a crack in the Grizzlies' defense line.

Lawson wanted to find his teammates after breaking through, just like he did in the first half. But this time he found that there was no passing route at all! The Grizzlies did not shrink, but still firmly implemented the man-to-man tactics!

Stevens clenched his fists secretly. The tactics were implemented very successfully, and it depends on whether Conley could defend it!

Lawson really had to rely on Conley to force a layup, but Conley used his height advantage to cover Lawson's head. Lawson finally made a high throw and made a layup, but unfortunately his touch was a little worse than Curry, Link and others.

The high throw and hit the board and hit the front of the basket, and the Nuggets failed in the first attack!

"Damn, what are you playing!? Do you think you are Cameron Anthony? Pass it up and pass it up!" George Carl exploded instantly. The old man just laughed with the players in the locker room, but now he turned against him.

There is no way, Crazy Carl is so rude.

Gasol protected the defensive rebound and wanted to make a long pass to fight back, but Espanyol found that the Nuggets had all retreated. It has to be said that the Nuggets' retreat speed is really fast, and the "Denver Track and Field Team" is not a false reputation.

Lawson, Garlinari, Wilson Chandler, Farid and McGee, from No. 1 to No. 5, are all runners.

Conley then took over the basketball and advanced slowly, and had to beat the Nuggets to the position.

The Nuggets are ready to face the attack of the Grizzlies. However, Conley has handed over the ball right after halftime.

It was not someone else who received the ball, but Link who brought Memphis Mayor A Walton to the scene in person!

The moment Link received the basketball, the cheers in the Federal Express Arena were twice as loud as he could!

Wilson Chandler lifted his pants and was not afraid to play against Link.

George Carl also stood up excitedly. To be honest, Chandler's defense is much tougher than Avraro last season.

After holding the ball, Link slowly approached Chandler. Although Chandler was full of tattoos and had a fierce look, in fact, this guy had a similar figure to Link.

Chandler has always been a well-behaved player, which was the case in the New York period and the Nuggets.

His defense is not bad, but it is a little different from the top defenders.

Faced with this guy who had been baptized by socialist basketball, Link frequently started dribbling under his crotch, and Chandler stepped back in small steps to prevent Link from breaking through.

At this moment, Link suddenly straightened his body and the dribbling rhythm suddenly broke, as if he was about to pull up his shot!

Chandler immediately took a step forward, but the next second, Link passed by Chandler like the wind.

That's not about shooting, it's just a fake action to worship Buddha! Although it's simple, it's very effective in conjunction with the changes in rhythm!

"Link breaks through, Wilson Chandler is being played with!" Hubby Brown shouted excitedly. Sometimes Link's style of play is not like a forward at all, but more like a defender!

After breaking through Chandler, Link easily stopped and made a jump shot from the middle distance. The difference became 13 points, which was still very large. However, Link's goal sounded the Grizzlies' horn for counterattack.

After scoring the goal, Link did not celebrate or brim with his teammates, but looked at George Carl on the sidelines and shouted, "You have to find someone to defend me, George!"
Chapter completed!