Once Battier came on the team, the Grizzlies players felt like the team had never changed.

Originally, Tabit had a mediocre relationship with the Grizzlies. People don't hate him, but he really doesn't have much of a presence. So, with Tabit, most Grizzlies players don't feel anything special.

As for Battier, this guy is always like a veteran on the team, and in just one day of training, Battier has made the rest of the Grizzlies accustomed to his presence.

It can be said that among the NBA's 0 teams, Battier can adapt quickly.

It seems that this mid-term trade didn't bring any turmoil to the Grizzlies, which is undoubtedly an outcome that both Chris Wallace and Lionel Hollins would like to see.

Of course, they don't stop there. Seeing that Link was always training with Battier on the training ground, Hollins was undoubtedly more relieved.

Now, in order to simulate the actual combat effect, Battier is no longer satisfied with more than just defending Link one-on-one. He called in Darrell Arthur to help defend on the inside, so as to simulate the closest to the real combat effect.

"Remember, Link, the NBA game is not a heads-up. Just because you break through your alignment doesn't mean your offense will be successful. The first two times, you've been stopped by Arthur's defense. This time, think seriously and find a way to solve the dilemma. ”

Battier defended Link and explained to him. Tony Allen still admires Battier a little, this guy trains newcomers in a set.

Link holds the ball and makes tentative moves, pretending to retract his feet, but in fact suddenly breaks through - this is what Link learned from Kobe.

Battier was broken through, firstly, he did not really fight, and secondly, Battier's speed is indeed a little slow now. But even so, Battier still didn't let Link go straight inside. Battier knew that in order to avoid Arthur's block, Link would definitely make a pull-up jumper.

Sure enough, Link did make a jumper. Battier, who had expected all this for a long time, reached out to block, not to block the ball, but to cover his eyes directly.

Link was a little irritated by Battier, so he shot a little more aggressively. And just like that, his offense failed again, and it was the third round in a row that Battier had deflated Link.

"Damn, you've changed again!" Link shook his head, Battier had already switched to several different defensive strategies against him. As long as Link can think of a solution, Battier will always think of it first.

"That's right, I've changed! That's all I have to tell you! Today, I have two tips for defending you, first, keep changing, because if you get the attacker used to your defense, he will be able to give you a solution right away. Second, keep pressing, make it annoying for the scorer to score every point, let him score points, but let him intermittently, don't let him feel warm! ”

As soon as Battier said this, Link nodded again and again in light of his experience of being prevented just now.

What Battier said, Tony Allen, who was watching the play on the sidelines, also agreed. If what he taught Link was only the simplest and roughest things on the defensive end, then Battier taught Link more complex tactical and psychological things.

Tony Allen can't help but sigh just thinking about how Link can combine his own and Battier's defensive styles in the future.

What kind of terrible player did Hollins and Wallace want to make him in? Superstar?

"Alright guys, let's stop. Take a break, pack up, it's time for us to go! ”

At this point, the team's manager, Hollins, blew his whistle and then shouted. At the end of the session, everyone headed to the locker room, and Link was no exception.

It's not that Link doesn't want to practice today, it's that the team has to leave after training today and get on a plane to San Antonio.

Tomorrow, December 26, the Memphis Grizzlies will play the San Antonio Spurs, who are currently in first place in the West, on the road. No. 1 in the West, this label is not something that any team can put on it.

Hollins is well aware of how strong his opponent is, so he doesn't dare to slack off. Tonight, the team will go to San Antonio together and have a good night's rest. At noon the next day, I started to prepare for the competition again with full energy.

Against a team like Spurs, if you don't adjust yourself to the best form, you don't even think about winning.

Link is also a little impatient to go, the San Antonio Spurs are an opponent, Link has been waiting for a long time.

If he's not mistaken, the Grizzlies seem to be the Spurs this year

He was a little worried that it would be embarrassing if history changed because of his participation. Don't just because you joined the Grizzlies and end up losing the Black Eight, then Link will hate himself to death.

Therefore, Link is eager to see if the Grizzlies with their own can still defeat the Spurs, who are the No. 1 team in the West.

And now, here's the opportunity.

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Vicky stood solemnly on the sidelines, keeping his eyes fixed on the players who were practicing their tactics.

After seeing Richard Jefferson out of position in a defensive session, Vicky stopped training and yelled angrily.

"What are you doing!? How do I say that? Stick to him, stick to him! You actually let him get such a big vacancy, do you know what that means? That means we're going to be shooting a three-pointer! Don't take chances, the Grizzlies are shooting from three-point range at the No. 3 position right now. Link and Battier, tell me which of these two people you dare to put three points! ”

Vicky's face turned red with shock, and Richard Jefferson nodded apologetically, "I'll take notice, pop." ”

Richard Jefferson is also a veteran in the NBA, to be honest, there is a little bit of misposition in training, and if it were another coach, he might not be angry, let alone scolded in front of everyone.

But that's the San Antonio Spurs, and Vicky wasn't targeting Jefferson either. If Duncan made a mistake, he would also be scolded.

And, most crucially, Vicky can't tolerate making a mistake at the No. 3 position when he is about to face the Grizzlies.

Because he knows very well that the No. 0 draft pick is not an ordinary easy to mess with. Others may look down on Link, but Vicky won't. After all, Vicky and the Spurs have never been superstitious about the rank of a player, and there are countless low-pick rookies and undrafted picks played in the Spurs!

He knows better than anyone that origin and nationality are not everything about a player. Take off your tinted glasses so you can see the good and bad of a player.

Link, on the other hand, is considered by Vicky to be the Grizzlies' number one dangerous target. If his No. 3 position makes a mistake, the No. 0 draft will really not be soft.

The first place in the west comes from such prudence and meticulousness.

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The Riverwalk is one of San Antonio's most famous attractions and is known as the number one entertainment destination in Texas.

This riverside boulevard attracts tourists from all over the world, and even locals frequent. The river is lined with restaurants, shops and bars. Colorful parasols along the river also add a lot of color to the riverwalk. At night, the lanterns on both sides of the trail are even more colorful.

Many restaurants and bars of different cultures and a variety of shops make this walk unique. You'll even think you're not in the United States, but somewhere in Europe where many cultures meet.

The Grizzlies players were bored and organized a walk along the Riverwalk. In the winter, they are wrapped in thick clothes and hats, which has become their unique disguise.

At this time, Randolph, Tony Allen, Conley and Link are sitting in front of a small bar, listening to a folk singer from Europe singing inside.

Of course, the four of them are very conscious, and still use fruit juice instead of alcohol.

"Look, it's actually quite comfortable to live in a small city. The hustle and bustle of New York and Los Angeles is not so perfect. ”

After the singer finished singing, Randolph applauded and sighed.

"That's because there's at least one riverwalk in San Antonio, and if it's in Memphis, you'd only be robbed if you came out so late." Tony Allen spun the juice as he complained.

At this time, Tony Allen found that as soon as Link came out of the hotel, he was holding a mobile phone and watching, even in such a fun and beautiful place as the Riverwalk, Link's attention never shifted from his mobile phone.

Tony Allen was curious, so he leaned over to take a look. After just one look, Tony Allen almost threw up.

On Link's phone, footage of the Spurs' recent game is playing. And the video of the Spurs, Hollins has shown the players countless times in the past few days.

The Spurs' ball is not exciting, it is slow and leisurely, so people are always sleepy to watch. The Grizzlies players have been hypnotized by the Spurs' game in the past few days.

"I said Link, you can stop for a while!" Tony Allen patted Link on the shoulder, he was afraid that the silly boy would see what was wrong.

"Huh? I'm not hungry. Link didn't raise his head, and replied without saying a word.

In fact, Link doesn't usually see this when he watches the video. After all, human energy is limited. Only this time, he really wanted to win against the Spurs.

The Black Eight Miracle, Link will never allow himself to be in the soup.