Memphis on Jan. 21 was in the spotlight as it was the Grizzlies' second consecutive headline game after the New Orleans Hornets.

In addition to Link's personal vendetta with the Rockets, this game is also related to the competition for the rankings of the two sides.

With the Jazz's results slipping, the battle for playoff spots among the Rockets, Hornets and Grizzlies will be even crazier.

The probability of 3 into 1 has now become 3 into 2, so naturally everyone wants to work hard.

In the last game, the Grizzlies just defeated the Hornets and moved up the rankings from a head-to-head matchup. So the pressure on the rockets is enormous.

The Grizzlies and Hornets are gradually opening up a gap with the Rockets, and Adelman will not allow his team to miss the playoffs for the second year in a row.

So today, the Rockets came to the Federal Express Center arena in the afternoon to prepare for the game. This shows how seriously the Houston Rockets take this game.

However, when the Rockets players entered, they found that the Grizzlies had already begun to warm up. Adelman couldn't help but shake his head, it seemed that the other party was just as eager to win as he was.

Link always felt a little weird as he watched the Rockets players enter. In Houston, he actually got along well with Adelman and several of the Rockets' players. What he really hates is using his own Morey, not the Rockets' players.

Although he has only played in the NBA for less than half a season, Link has already experienced the mixed feelings of fighting against his old club, and his experience is really amazing enough.

"Link, long time no see!"

While Link stared blankly at the Rockets' players, Jordan. Hill, the dreadlocked center, walked enthusiastically towards Link.

During his time with the Rockets, Link's most talked about shots was his and Jordan's. Hill's air relay. And Hill also got along well with Link because of that goal. Although Link has only been with the Rockets for ten days, he and Hill are friends.

"Long time no see, how are you lately?" Link & Jordan. Hill embraced, and he suddenly felt that the world of the NBA was not just about brutal fighting.

"What's good, I'm behind you in the rankings. It's a pity, I thought we'd always work together......" Hill sighed, even he didn't expect the Rockets to give up on Link.

"It can't be helped, it's something we can't control. How prepared was the competition? It's not that simple to take away victory in Memphis. ”

"yes, yes, even Chris. Paul is in your hands, and we certainly won't take it lightly. Hill said, turning his head to look at Kevin, who was warming up in the other half. Martin, "But you have to be careful, because we're well prepared. ”

Link crosses Jordan. Hill's shoulder looked at Martin, and he was going to be in the opposite position with that guy today......

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"I didn't expect you to come to Memphis, I heard that you applied for it on your own initiative?"

On the commentary stand at the Federal Express Center, the two commentators chatted for a while before the game started.

Jeff. Van Gundy, as the former coach of the Rockets, was assigned to explain the game. According to the original plan, his partner was supposed to be a local Memphis commentator. But today, next to him is the famous Charles. Buckley. So he Van Gundy asked curiously.

"Hahaha, I did take the initiative to apply to explain this game. To be exact, I wanted to be there and watch the game in person. Barkley makes no secret of his purpose, and although this guy is a "villain" in front of work, he is actually very sincere with his colleagues.

"Why? Something to do in Memphis? ”

"What can it be? If you watched the last Grizzlies vs. Hornets game, I'm sure you'll be drawn to the Grizzlies as well. I believe that today's game will be no less exciting than the last one. Barkley said, casting his eyes on the court, staring at the man who was working with Jordan. Hill's No. 0.

"Haha," Van Gundy smiled, "I see what you mean, Charles." It seems that you have become a fan of Link? ”

"The fans can't talk about it, but ...... I always had high expectations for that kid and wanted to know what he could do. Don't look at him so friendly now, when he gets to the court, that kid is a completely different person. ”

On the court, Link ended his conversation with Hill and continued to dive into the warm-up. Today, Link is in Marcus. Under Will's leadership, he deliberately practiced offensive moves to break through to the basket with the ball. There is no doubt that Hollins will definitely ask Link today to use his physical advantage to play Kevin more. Martin.

Martin's last two games have been outstanding, with the Houston Rockets playing against the Bucks on January 17, and Martin blasted 36 points. On January 19, the Rockets played against New York, and Martin also scored a good 25 points.

Therefore, Link did not dare to slack off at all. He was playing against the opposition's top scorer today, and he didn't want to be crushed by Martin.

The warm-up continued for a while, and the referee signaled for the two sides to get ready to start the game. The players of both teams just left the field and listened to the head coach make the final arrangements.

"Defensively, be careful of that kid's feints. You are experienced, and I am sure you will not make a mistake. As for the offensive end...... Seduce him more, you know what to do. Before the game began, Adelman leaned over to Martin's ear to explain a few words.

He knew that Hollins would definitely use Link to continue playing the starting number two today. After all, in the three games that Mayo was suspended, Link did a very good job in the starting position.

In three starts, Link averaged 18 points per game and shot 57.6 percent from the field. Compared to Mayo's start, I don't know how many times better it is used.

Not to mention, Link's super gold key steals and lores in the last game.

Therefore, it is normal for Adelman to be jealous of Link.

But Adelman also believes in Kevin. Martin has the ability to defeat Link, and no matter how good Link is, he is always just an undrafted pick. Kevin. Martin is not the Belinelli of the last game, and if you think Martin is just a goalscorer, you are very wrong.

A few minutes later, the game officially began. Barkley stared at the court expectantly, eager to see how Link would get his revenge on the Rockets.

Also following this game is Rockets general manager Morey, although in front of the media, he has a bite to say about Link. But in fact, Moreba wished Link was out of shape today.

In this way, the Rockets will not only win, but Morey will also be able to get rid of the infamy.

Before you know it, Link has also become in the limelight.

"This game meant a lot to Link, the Grizzlies' starting No. 2, who had entered the league with all his blood but was brutally abandoned by the Houston Rockets. So in the development league against the Rockets' subordinate team, the Vipers, Link scored 52 points in one fell swoop, setting a personal single-game scoring record in the Development League. Today, in the face of a real rocket, I don't know what Link can show. ”

Before he even started jumping the ball, Barkley on the commentary stand was already playing up the atmosphere of the game. He directly moved Link's relationship with the Rockets, hoping that all fans can catch the highlights.

The two sides jumped the ball, and Gasol Jr. fought for the Grizzlies as always. Rockets center Chuck. Hayes claims that he can reach 2 meters tall with shoes on, and the No. 5 position of this figure naturally can't compete with Gasol Jr.

The Grizzlies' first offense was very regular, with Randolph the Big Black Bear taking the lead to open up the situation.

Randolph sat in the low post and beat Argentine forward Scola and easily gave the Grizzlies the lead with a hook.

As a "native" Chinese, the rockets of the Yao Ming period were naturally one of Link's home teams. And Scola was a figure that the rockets of that period could not spare.

The Argentine has excellent skills under the basket and is very good at his feet. However, due to his physical limitations, his defensive ability is very mediocre. It's not like a colander, but it's not strong either.

Therefore, it is simply not too easy for Randolph to beat Scola. Interior offense, that's the Grizzlies' primary offensive strategy today.

The Grizzlies scored first, but Link didn't let his guard down. Because he knows very well that he is about to face his first challenge of the day.

The Kevin, who looked thinner than Link. Martin, running towards the front.

The starting point guard for the Rockets is Kyle, who will later become a big hit in Toronto. Lowry, Link remembers that it was this year that Lowry became famous. This once little-known little defender has come into everyone's field of vision since this season.

However, Lowry's offensive stability during this period was poor. So, his first goal is not to score, but to connect the team.

Kevin. Martin ran all over the court, hoping to get a catch-and-shoot shot. Link was a close second, knowing full well that the best way for a defensive shooter to end up pressing and not give him any space.

Martin eventually ran to the right corner and received a pass from Lowry.

After receiving the ball, Martin did not hesitate and immediately broke through! He wanted to beat Link for a time difference, but Link retreated in time, blocking his way.

"Link defended well, he always stayed in Kevin. Martin or so! "On the podium, Jeff. Van Gundy exclaimed.

But Adelman on the sidelines laughed, that kid was really fooled!

Seeing Link clinging to himself and breaking through to the middle distance of Kevin. Martin jumped suddenly, leaning forward a little.

Own Grant. Hill's experienced Link immediately understood what Martin was trying to do, but it was too late to dodge.

Just like that, Martin leaned on Link to shoot the ball, and then fell to the ground in a very exaggerated manner, as if he had been hit by a big truck.

And Link dared to swear to God, he didn't use any force at all!

That's Kevin, though. The essence of Martin. His superb acting skills and emaciated body easily won the sympathy of the referees. Just that ball from a visual point of view, Kevin. It was as if Martin had really been seriously violated.

By the time Link came to his senses, the referee had already blown his whistle. Link shoots foul, Martin wants to stand on the free throw line, free throws twice!

"I'm Cao?" Link looked at Martin and remembered that this was James. Before Harden became famous, he was the most porcelain-friendly guard in the league!

Martin walked past Link with a smirk and stepped onto the free throw line. One lost the draft, take it!