Dwight. Howard hates not being respected, so after seeing Link's message, "Warcraft" instantly exploded.

What do you think of Link's response? Hahaha, don't look at it, because you'll see who the real winner is later. Both of our teams are currently 6-0 and are the only two teams in the league who have not lost. But after today's game, there will only be one winner left, and the only spot will definitely belong to the Houston Rockets. ”

Howard gave a courtside interview to reporters before the game began. Facing the camera, "Warcraft" looks quite relaxed. He laughed heartily, as if everything was the same as when he was in Orlando, as if the scarred grizzly bear was not worth mentioning at all.

But everyone could see how reluctant Howard was smiling, and everyone knew that he must be very angry right now, gritting his teeth in anger, wishing he could dismantle Link right now.

Howard's smile was like a mask, trying to hide his quick success. It's a pity that what he did on the court has long exposed his true self.

Everyone knows that Howard is going to be quite violent in the game, and he is now a man who doesn't let go of old people like Kobe and Garnett.

Sure enough, as soon as the reporters left, Howard's face darkened.

He stared at Link in the other half, swearing the words that began with F countless times in his mind.

Howard then walked up to Harden, even with a serious look on his partner.

"How's the preparation, James?" Howard knew that he really couldn't take down the Grizzlies on his own, even the remnants of the Grizzlies.

Whether we can win this game today depends on Harden's state.

And Harden's state has always been a mystery, and his good and bad state even made Howard miss Kobe Bryant, who was always in battle.

"Don't worry, I went to bed early yesterday and I take this game very seriously." Harden replied coldly and continued to shoot to warm up.

Howard nodded, and the two didn't communicate further. The relationship between Howard and Harden is actually not as good as the outside world thinks.

They're not partners yet, at most they just don't want to drag the other person back.

But as long as Harden stops jerking off, Howard is satisfied. He acknowledges Harden's talent and prowess, and when that bearded man behaves normally, he does deserve the reputation of the league's No. 1 quarterback.

When the players on both sides warmed up on the court, the local Houston commentator was also quite indignant. Howard is such a gentleman, and if someone provokes me like Link, I'm going to be expletive. ”

Jeff on the side. Van Gundy looked at his partner and shook his head slightly, "Link is telling the truth, Houston has played a remnant team in these games, and the Spurs in the last game didn't even have Duncan and Ginobili, and the strength of the Rockets has not really been tested." So, it's really too early for Dwight to say anything about a change of dynasty. ”

Van Gundy used to coach in Houston, but for comment, he was quite neutral.

"You mean, the Rockets' six-game winning streak is really not worth mentioning?" There was a hint of gunpowder between the two commentators.

"Of course not, the Rockets' six-game winning streak is off to a great start. But as Link said, six wins in a row and a championship are still a long way off. The Memphis Grizzlies do have a lot of problems right now, especially on the inside. But even so, they are still one of the strongest teams in the league. ”

As he spoke, the referee signaled to the starters of both sides to get ready and the game was about to begin.

Seeing this, the local Houston commentator laughed playfully, "The days when the Grizzlies ruled the league are gone, Jeff." No team can withstand injuries, not even the Memphis Grizzlies. They're still a strong team, but they're not the best in the league. The Los Angeles Lakers still can't shake up because of Kobe's injury, and if it weren't for Yao and Maddy's injuries, we wouldn't be standing still every year. I think you know this more than I do, Jeff. ”

Van Gundy was trampled on the pain point and did not refute again, but silently waited for the game to start.

It's true that injuries can sometimes change the fortunes of a team. It is even possible to turn a top team in the league into a lottery team in an instant.

But the Grizzlies are different, and as long as Link can play, the Grizzlies are one of the best teams in the league!

Van Gundy has seen so many miracles for Link to do with his own eyes, so he firmly believes it.

At this point, the starters of both sides are ready. The Grizzlies still sent an interior combination of Harris + Gasol due to injuries.

The Grizzlies are said to be looking for a free agent market and an interior bench in the Development League, but that's something that won't be resolved in at least three or four days.

On the Rockets, on the other hand, they started the battle with a full start.

After Jeremy Lin left, "Black Bey" Patrick. Beverley took the starting point guard position.

In terms of quarterbacks, James has been outstanding this season. Harden served.

The small forward is Ariza, who returned to Space City this summer, and his arrival has made the Rockets' flank solid.

On the inside, McHale fielded Lithuanian Motai Yunas and Howard as a partner. Motai Yunas has been in excellent form this season, scoring a career-high 21 points against Philadelphia a week ago.

His range extends beyond the three-point line and can play a role in opening up space. While the defense struggled a bit, Howard made up for his shortcomings on the defensive end.

Motai Yunas and Howard are considered by McHale to be the key to the Rockets' victory today.

The Grizzlies' prided interior reserves have now turned into weaknesses, and it would be even better if the Grizzlies' interior could be plagued with some fouls in this situation.

McHale has already made such a small calculation, after all, in addition to the Rockets have two longs, but also James. Harden makes use of this rule.

So for McHale, the game was won before it even started!

No matter how good Link is, he can't be a cameo center like "The Magic" in 1980, right?

Both teams started and the referee threw the basketball into the air.

Dwight. Although Howard no longer has the physical fitness he had during the Magic period, it is undeniable that he is still one of the most physical No. 5 positions in the league.

With much better bounce speed and bounce than Gasol, Howard fought for the Rockets to attack the ball first.

On the first attack of the Rockets, Howard sank inside and leaned on Gasol to ask for the ball.

After Beverley handed the ball to Harden, Howard suddenly gave up his plan to be in the position and rushed out to cover Harden outside the three-point line!

"See!? Now the Houston Rockets are completely different! "Jeff. Next to Van Gundy, the Houston local commentator yelled excitedly.

Howard's initiative to block Harden is an exciting sign. As long as these two guys are willing to cooperate, the rocket is invincible!

Howard did put down his body today, and in order to win the game, he would rather take a few fewer opportunities to play singles on the inside.

Harden borrowed Howard's cover to break through, and Jimmy. Butler wanted to squeeze Howard away, but Howard was not good at stubble and blocked Butler hard.

Seeing this, Gasol Jr. immediately switched to Harden. While the Spaniard was still speculating whether Harden would make a pullup jump shot or accelerate to the frame, the bearded man made a move that caught him off guard.

I saw that instead of dodging the defense, Harden took the initiative to lean on Gasol!

"Huh!?"

Before Gasol could react to what was going on, he collided with Harden. At the moment of the collision, Harden threw the ball to the basket indiscriminately.

Then, the referee's whistle blew and the game was interrupted just as it started.

"Grizzlies No. 33 defensive foul, Rockets make two free throws!" The referee decisively rushed to the technical table to announce his verdict, and Gasol rushed to the referee with his hands outstretched.

"He came to me on his own initiative!"

"By the rule, it was you who violated his cylinder. Moreover, he also has shooting moves. ”

“？？？？” Gasol is speechless, so how can he defend and let Harden break through?

Let Harden make free throws, mainly because he was fouled in the first round of the opening game, which made Gasol very passive.

"Mark, stop arguing, be careful next time." It wasn't until Link patted Gasol on the shoulder that Gasol let the referee go.

Link knew there was no point in arguing with the referee. Harden's skill of "touching porcelain" is already perfect.

Last season, Harden made a total of 792 free throws in the regular season! What is this concept? Paul, who is only 1.83 meters tall and is often violated on the inside, made only 268 free throws last season, more than 500 fewer than Harden!

Westbrook, the "Iron Han" who rushes into the crowd with the ball, is more likely to win the sympathy of the referee than anyone, but he only made 575 free throws last season.

Players like James and Link, who are always treated as focal points for defense, are equally vulnerable, but they only made 424 and 403 free throws last season, respectively.

Even in the years when the Lakers were at their worst, O'Neal made more than 792 free throws in only two seasons.

Harden as a guard, his 792 times can be described as standing out from the crowd and dominating the first class! In the above example, there isn't even a single person who can come close to Harden in terms of free throws.

And last season he was just 8 free throws away from breaking the 800 mark!

Well, it is estimated that Harden's free throw count this year is headed for more than 800 shots.

It can be seen that Harden's free throw shots are quite "abnormal". Under normal game conditions, it is impossible for a No. 2 position with projection as the main offensive means to get so many free throws. Most of his free throws are found on his own.

Making fouls, this is already one of Harden's killer features. Therefore, arguing with the referee will not lead to any results at all.

In competitive sports, winning is king, and Link understands Harden's use of the rules.

It's just that he touched the porcelain in the first round of the opening game...... This did make Link feel a little disgusting.

Standing at the free throw line, Harden made both free throws steadily, ushering in a good start for the Rockets.

McHale smirked, and today's plan was executed flawlessly from the start. He believed that the Grizzlies' time to rule the league was over.

In Houston, the defending champions will stop their quest to build a dynasty.