Seventy Six: Fight for Memphis

Rudy Gay didn't waste Link's wonderful pass. His long-range two-pointer made a steady hit. While helping the Grizzlies set the situation, Link also got his first career double-double record.

A close-up of Link was immediately given on the big screen, and then his data was displayed at the bottom of the screen. With 17 points, 10 assists, 6 rebounds and 2 steals, Link responded to his 2 million contract with an all-around data.

As a striker, it's not easy to get assists in double figures. After all, Link isn't the Grizzlies' lead, and he doesn't have that much of the ball. Moreover, Link sent 10 assists while only 2 turnovers. There is no doubt that this kind of efficiency makes his two pairs have a higher gold content.

Moreover, in addition to assisting in double figures, Link also grabbed a lot of rebounds. And, today still completely locked Harden on the defensive end. James Harden, as the sixth man of the Thunder, only scored 8 points in the entire game today. And just now, he was so guarded that he didn't even dare to shoot.

It can be seen that Link's performance today is far more than just scoring two pairs.

After Gay scored, the cheers in the FedEx Arena reached a climax. But the fans weren't celebrating the victory or Gay's goal, they were thanking them for having such a good substitute.

"Link's behind-the-scenes pass was very decisive, and he accurately found Rudy Gay. With 17 points and 10 assists, Link scored a double-double. This is the first double-double in his career, but I believe, This won't be the last. Before the game, people were questioning whether Link was eligible for $2 million a year. After all, many first-round picks don't earn as much as him. Now, there will never be any more Man, question the reasonableness of Link's salary!"

Chris Webber touted his strength, he really likes watching Link play. As a rookie, he always had a clear mind on the court. Aside from the fact that his physical fitness is a bit poor, Weber really doesn't know what weakness Link has.

If Link changed his skin color, maybe he would have been selected in the lottery?

After this ball, the Thunder gave up resistance completely. Scott Brooks looked at the court in disbelief. He didn't expect the Thunder to roll over in Memphis.

The strength of the Grizzlies is beyond his imagination, the impact of the black and white bears, Rudy Gay's bloodthirsty, Tony Allen's death coil and... and the versatility of the No. 0 rookie, all make The Grizzlies have the potential to be a good enough team in the West.

Brooks has a hunch that a new face may appear in the playoffs this year...

After more than a minute, the fierce game finally ended. 110 to 102, the Grizzlies finally took the game with an 8-point advantage.

Durant and Westbrook each scored 28 points, but to no avail. Because the Thunder have not scored in double figures except for the two of them. Among them, Harden is undoubtedly the most disappointing Thunder player today. Yesterday he swore that no one could stop him and Lei Ting, but today, his face was scratched by "bear paw".

Hmm... Thinking about it carefully, Harden seems to be right, after all, Grizzlies are not human.

On the Grizzlies side, they actually scored 110 points, which is very unusual. As a defensive-minded team, the Grizzlies are averaging less than 100 points per game this season. Today, however, they hit a high score in one fell swoop.

Among them, Rudy Gay and Durant's 27 points each other is naturally the top priority. But Link's role is also not light.

His wonderful passes time after time, let the "big black bear" Randolph eat cakes and support, and scored 31 points and 16 rebounds in the audience, which is like a super insider's data.

In addition, Link's 17 points and Gasol's 12 points also helped a lot. Four people scored in double figures in a game, and before Link arrived,

The Grizzlies rarely play that kind of game.

The change that Link has brought to the Grizzlies is obvious, and it is believed that Grizzlies general manager Chris Wallace has now added Link to the list of summer extensions.

After the game, Link was surrounded by reporters before he could celebrate the victory with his teammates. Randolph, who scored 31 points and 16 rebounds, and Gay, who scored 27 points, are naturally the two most dazzling stars of the Grizzlies, but Link, who has just signed a formal contract and scored a double-double for the first time, is also highly regarded. .

"Link, you performed very well today. Before the game started, many people questioned the price of your contract. Did these voices motivate you to perform well in the game?"

A T.NT female reporter smiled and held the microphone to Link's mouth. She also happened to have blonde hair, which reminded Link of the two blondes last night.

Judging from today's results, it was worth putting up with that yesterday.

"I don't care about those voices, it's the desire to win, the trust my teammates and coaches have in me, and the belief that Zeke Upshaw brought to me. As for what the media says, I never Concerned." Link replied in an unquestionable tone, which could be regarded as Link's first counterattack against the media.

Usually the media attacked Link, but this time, Link finally had the capital to respond.

The media said Link could not survive in the NBA, and as a result he signed a guaranteed contract. The media said that Link's contract was at a premium, and he got a double-double as a result. Now Link wants to see what else they have to say.

"The next question, after this game, the Grizzlies have defeated the Lakers and the Thunder, two Western powerhouses in a row. Moreover, you have now achieved the longest 6-game winning streak in the season, and the record has become 18 wins and 17 losses. The Grizzlies haven't lost a game since you joined the Grizzlies. Do you think you can keep that going?"

The reporter's second question undoubtedly surprised Link to the fans again. Yes, many people have forgotten that the Grizzlies' six-game winning streak began on the day Link signed the Grizzlies on a 10-day short-term contract.

"I'm glad we're on track, no doubt our goal this year is the playoffs. We're not going to stop until we get there."

Link smiled and ended the interview. Before walking into the player tunnel, Link deliberately looked around, but did not find James Harden.

At this point, no one would care where Harden went. After all, only winners are eligible for attention and praise.

Presumably Harden must be very depressed today. If I had known, he would not go to the nightclub yesterday.

The second-year No. 3 pick was overwhelmed by the undrafted first-year pick, which is expected to make the guy depressed for a while. Of course, after this game, Harden also became the highest-ranked rookie Link has ever beaten. His speed on the road to counterattack has been getting faster and faster.

After the interview, he returned to the locker room. As soon as Link entered the door, a bunch of streamers were suddenly sprayed out.

"Congratulations on the official signing!" Then, the teammates shouted.

Link looked around, only to realize that this was a surprise given to him by his teammates. Although not all of them are sincerely blessing themselves, but they have this heart, Link has been very moved.

In that moment, he felt like he was truly a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. Thinking of his experience in Houston again, Link's eyes became slightly rosy.

He could guess now, why Zach Randolph, the once rotten guy, would be willing to play for the Grizzlies obediently.

Because at this moment, he also feels the same - he wants to fight hard for Memphis.