At the end of the first half, the Grizzlies trailed the Nuggets by 15 points. Thunder fans and Knicks fans must have been very happy with the result, and they really wish the Grizzlies had lost a little worse today.

After all, the results of the first round of this year's All-Star voting must have disappointed fans of these two teams. Kevin. Durant has dominated the Western Conference for several years, and he was even one step away from winning the O'Brien Cup last season. As a result, he was actually killed by Link in the All-Star voting this year, and it is no wonder that Thunder fans are not angry.

And although Anthony does not compete directly with Link, with such a good performance this season, the number of votes is still so much worse than Link, and Knicks fans are definitely not convinced.

In most people's minds, Link is still a third-year pawn. Compare him to Durant, Anthony and other superstars? It's not good to be qualified at all!

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

Therefore, on the day the results were announced, it happened that the Grizzlies trailed the Nuggets by 15 points at halftime, and the mood of Knicks fans and Thunder fans instantly changed a lot.

They really hope that the Nuggets can show the world that Link's votes are not true!

Meanwhile, in the Grizzlies' locker room, young coach Stevens is laying out his second-half strategy.

It's tricky to be 15 points down, but it's far from the end. If anyone thinks the Grizzlies are only going to play downwind, Stevens is going to turn their notion upside down today.

"We were very passive in the first half and the tempo was very fast with the Nuggets. They defended very hard today and the quick pace of everyone ensured that they were very efficient in their transitions. So in the second half, we need to focus on the defensive end as well! Stevens tapped on the board, and for a moment, Link felt as if he was standing in front of him as if he had become Hollins again.

Focus on the defensive end, it's been a long time since I've heard anyone emphasize that.

"The Nuggets like to play team offense, so in the second half, we were going to be resolute in our man-to-man defense and not give the opposition a passing route. One-on-one, there is no real heads-up in the Nuggets. So, the offensive efficiency will definitely slip. ”

'As for attack, we just had to open up space for Linkla in the second half. The team's offense was clearly restrained by the Nuggets, so in the second half, we had to make it simple. Stretch out space to give Link plenty of ground to make his mark. When the Nuggets start packing, you have to take your chance! ”

Stevens didn't end up saying "Link must find his teammates in the open space when the Nuggets start packing," but instead told others to take their chances. Because the young marshal believes that Link will definitely get the ball to the right place, even if he doesn't need to be reminded.

Link nodded solemnly, which meant that he had to score a lot in the second half.

In the first half, Link only scored 12 points due to a strategy problem, but handed out five assists.

In the second half, Link was clear that he had to improve his aggression even further. It's true that the team is now 15 points behind, the situation is difficult, and the burden is all on them.

But isn't it the right thing for a star to do to take on the heavy responsibility and lead the team forward?

Link was not afraid, but had some anticipation. The All-Star vote, second only to Kobe Bryant and James, will not be brought down so easily.

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Carl Sr. was in such a good mood today that he didn't even curse at halftime.

There's nothing more joyful than giving the Grizzlies a kick on a day of celebration in Memphis City.

Don't look like he's an old man, but George. Carl's vindictiveness is heavy. The experience of being kicked out of the first round by the Grizzlies last season, the old man still remembers it.

He knew that little back, named Stevens, liked to engage in egalitarianism. So today, the elder Carl has given Stevens a taste of what is called the ultimate in egalitarianism.

Not just offense, but defense, George. Carl has made an egalitarianism today.

In the first half of the game, the Nuggets put in good defensive performances in all five positions. They decisively changed defenses and broke the Grizzlies' established tactics several times. On the offensive end, everyone in the Nuggets is a star, and everyone who stands up can score.

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

That's what annoys an old basketball guy!

The cheerleaders left the field, and the cheers at the scene instantly became louder. Make no mistake about it, the fans weren't applauding the cheerleading girls, they were cheering on the players back on the field.

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

Link stumbled twice after coming on, and he felt like he was eager to try. A 15-point difference may seem like a lot, but when you think about it, it's only a matter of a few rounds.

If you want to play an offensive climax, it is nothing more than to do it to the extreme in defense and offense. While forcing the opponent to fail to score, your own team scores quickly.

Defensively, Link has confidence in his teammates. And on the offensive end, Link has more confidence in himself!

"The second half officially began, and it was probably the worst second-half start the Grizzlies have had so far this season. Coach Stevens stood on the sidelines solemnly, we don't know what he set up at halftime, but we'll see the effect soon! ”

Nuggets strike first, Thai. Lawson was in possession and gesturing across half court and looked much more confident than he had been at the start of the game.

Lawson has always been deeply influenced by George. Carl loves to average 20 minutes per game in his rookie season. And the cultivation of this focus has also achieved results in the end. Lawson is averaging 16.7 points and 6.9 assists per game this season, and it is not an exaggeration to say that he is the league's first-tier point guard.

But Lawson is now just getting close to the three-point line. Conley put it on very roughly. It's obvious that the Grizzlies are going to step up defensively.

But the stocky Lawson was not afraid of physical confrontation, and he leaned on Conley to force his acceleration, like a sharp knife, and cut another crack in the Grizzlies' defense.

Lawson wanted to find a team-mate after the break, just like he did in the first half. But this time he found that there was no passing route at all! The Grizzlies didn't shrink, but still resolutely executed man-to-man tactics!

Stevens secretly clenched his fists, and the tactics were successfully executed, it was up to Conley to see if he could prevent it!

Lawson really had to rely on Conley to force a layup, but Conley relied on his height advantage to cover Lawson's head. Lawson finally threw a high board for a layup, but unfortunately his hand was a little worse than Curry, Link and others.

The high-tossing board rubbed the rebound and slammed to the front of the basket, and the Nuggets' first attack failed!

"Damn, what are you fighting!? You think you're Cameron. Anthony? Pass up, pass the ball! "George. Karl exploded in an instant, and the old man was just giggling with the players in the locker room, and now he turned his face.

No way, Crazy Carl is so rude.

Gasol protected the defensive rebound and tried to play a long ball on the counter, but the Spaniard found that the Nuggets had all retreated. I have to say that the Nuggets' retreat speed is really fast, and the "Denver Track and Field Team" is not in vain.

Lawson, Gallinari, Wilson. Chandler, Farid and McGee, from the No. 1 to the No. 5, are all capable of running.

Conley then took the basketball and slowly advanced, only to grind with the Nuggets.

The Nuggets are ready to deal with the Grizzlies' team offense. As everyone knows, Conley only passed half time and handed over the ball.

It was none other than Jean Memphis Mayor who caught the ball. Wharton was on the scene with Link!

The moment Link received the basketball, the cheers in the Federal Express Arena doubled!

Wilson. Chandler lifted his trouser leg, and he was not afraid to play against Link.

George. Karl also stood up excitedly, and to be honest, Chandler's defense was much tougher than last season's Afflalo.

Link slowly approached Chandler after holding the ball, even though Chandler was covered in tattoos and had a menacing face. But in reality, this guy is about the same size as Link.

Chandler has always been a decent player, both in New York and with the Nuggets.

His defense isn't bad, but it's a bit of a gap compared to the top defenders.

Faced with this guy who had received the baptism of socialist basketball, Link frequently began to dribble under his crotch, and Chandler stepped back in small steps to prevent Link from breaking through.

At this moment, Link suddenly straightened up, and the rhythm of the dribble suddenly stopped, as if he was about to pull up and shoot!

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

That's not to shoot, it's just a feint! It's simple, but it's effective with the change of pace!

"Link breakout, Wilson. Chandler was played! "Hubby. Brown shouted excitedly that Link's style of play sometimes doesn't look like a striker at all, but more like a defender!

After breaking through Chandler, Link hit an easy pull-up jump shot from mid-range. The point difference became 13 points, which is still very large. But Link's goal sounded the clarion call for the Grizzlies to fight back.

Instead of celebrating or high-five his teammates after the goal, Link looked at George on the sidelines. Carl, yelling, "You've got to find someone to defend me, George!" ”

Old Carl's face turned red instantly.