At the end of the first quarter, the Thunder trailed by 11 points.

For the Thunder, this is undoubtedly a very unfavorable situation. But on the other hand, the Thunder were lucky.

At the very least, they still have three full quarters to close the gap. Spreading the 11-point gap over three quarters of the game doesn't seem so scary.

Durant thought the same way, and when he was beaten all over by Link in the first quarter, he also hoped that he could turn the tide in the next three quarters.

He told himself that it wasn't over yet and that he had a chance to redefine the game.

Plenty of time always makes people have all kinds of fantasies.

I'm going to get better on my next exam, I'm definitely not going to mess up on my next date, and I'm definitely going to work harder tomorrow.

However, when time goes from abundant to tight, it often turns out that I am still preparing for the exam with only one day to go. With only an hour left before my appointment, I couldn't find a clean pair of pants.

Durant is now facing this dilemma, and when the game reached the fifth minute of the fourth quarter and the Thunder still trailed by 12 points, all the good illusions in Durant's mind were shattered.

At this point, he could no longer give himself much comfort, and he could no longer pin his hopes on the next section.

If the Thunder had equalized today, they would have done it a long time ago. Since they couldn't do it in the first three quarters, how can they expect the Thunder to turn the tide in the final five minutes?

Stressful time is the easiest time to disillusion.

"Kevin, Kevin!"

Scott. Two shouts from Brooks sent Durant back to the scorching Federal Express Arena.

In front of Durant, there is a coach with a frown. Next to him, panting teammates.

The Thunder were beaten in a mess today, and they haven't been so embarrassed since they played the Grizzlies this season.

Their offense was shattered by the Grizzlies' disciplined defense, and Durant was left to play alone.

And what about the Grizzlies' offense? Under Link's leadership, he played a multi-point game.

When the Thunder found out that Durant couldn't contain Link in one-on-one today, Brooks began to set up the bag and help defense.

So, the rest of the Grizzlies got their chance and took it.

With five minutes to go, Link has a double-double of 27 points and 11 assists, with only one turnover in between.

That's enough to show how fluid the Grizzlies' offense is today, and the statistics of basketball games are the most visual of the situation on the field.

What about Durant? He scored 29 points, but he shot just over 40 percent. And he didn't bring anyone else on the offensive end except himself.

In the past three games, Durant's performance has been exaggeratedly good. He took out James' Heat and Paul's Clippers, but Durant's momentum came to an abrupt halt in front of Link's Grizzlies.

This game, which was supposed to be Durant's revenge on Link, has completely changed its taste. Instead of getting revenge, the Thunder proved that the Grizzlies are indeed the only team in the league.

"Kevin!"

Scott. Brooks shouted again, and Durant let go of all the messy thoughts.

He nodded at his coach, indicating that he was listening.

"I know it's tough, but it's not the end of the world! We can't give up first, and then we're looking for more opportunities beyond the three-point line! Kevin, calm down, we still have time! ”

Brooks is also reluctant to give up the game, although it is difficult to catch up with the Grizzlies in the rankings these days. But in the face of an imaginary opponent in the Western Conference Finals, Brooks naturally wanted to push the team's limits out.

Now, if you lose to the Grizzlies easily, can you guarantee that you will win when you meet them in the playoffs?

Durant nodded silently, and then an electronic beep interrupted him and Scott. Brooks' conversation.

Durant understands the truth, but the basketball court is not a place to reason.

Durant knew he couldn't throw in easily, but after the whole game, he was overwhelmed by Link.

Link's performance today was very frustrating for Durant, and he wasn't sure if he could turn the tide.

A player is not afraid of others doubting himself, he is afraid of doubting himself.

The game restarted, and the Grizzlies side except for the black and white bears who temporarily rested, and the three outside lines were still all starters.

On the Thunder's side, Brooks used first-year center Stephen Brown. Adams replaces Perkins, who didn't perform well today.

Link almost didn't recognize Adams when he saw Adams on the pitch for the first time today.

I can't believe that this white and pure white man with short hair will have such a wild image in the future.

Link took the first look at Durant after he came out, but Durant avoided his gaze.

Link knew at the time that there was a good chance that the game would be stable! Durant, that's scared!

The final five minutes of the showdown, no, maybe it won't take five minutes for the game to end, it's all up to the Thunder to make it to the end.

Westbrook isn't hot this time around, and he knows his mission now is to deliver ammunition to Durant from beyond the three-point line.

The Thunder's first offense, the tactics were very successful. Westbrook broke through with a screen, and Durant waited for an opportunity to ambush to the bottom right corner to catch the ball and shoot.

The Thunder's tactics were executed, but Durant's shot disappointed Brooks.

When Durant shoots, his mind is full of messes and he doesn't focus at all.

He was wondering why Link had become so tough today, why he had struggled for so long and couldn't get close, but he didn't think about how to shoot the ball.

As a result, Durant's three-point shot hit the side of the basket under Link's interference and missed!

At that moment, Brooks covered his forehead, and he knew that there was little hope for this match.

Brooks can see that Link has completely destroyed Durant psychologically today!

"Kevin's key shot still missed, and his efficiency today was surprisingly low! The Grizzlies counterattack, Link carries the ball through the defense! He attacked the frame from the side and dodged Stephen with a lever move. Adams' block, easy goal! Pretty, Adams probably didn't even know how Link dodged the defense. The margin has become 14 points, and the Thunder must do something! ”

Link had 29 points and 11 assists, and Durant is now trailing Link even in his proud individual scores.

A sense of frustration swept through Durant's body, and this frustration did nothing other than make Durant's shots more and more inaccurate.

Eighteen seconds later, Durant's frustration caused him to miss a second three-pointer in a row.

This time, Westbrook was a rare sight to be a true point guard. After directing his teammates to run, he found Durant with a very masterful passing in the middle of the road.

But Durant squandered that great opportunity, and it was the Thunder's last.

Durant's second shot formed a long rebound, and a long rebound meant that he could easily fight back if he took the opportunity.

Conley grabbed the rebound and quickly advanced from the middle, while Iguodala and Link followed up left and right.

In the end, he threw the ball gently to the right side, and he and Link tacitly completed the air cooperation.

Link had 31 points and 11 assists, even though Durant had missed two consecutive shots, and even though the gap between the Thunder and Grizzlies had been like that from Boston to Los Angeles.

But Link still didn't stop, and he worked tirelessly to destroy Durant's nerves. He wants to make the final game of the regular season between the two sides ingrained in Durant's heart!

The Thunder did win against the Grizzlies twice, and the two sides did play very anxiously in the last game. It seems that the biggest trouble for the Grizzlies this season is the Thunder.

But after today, Link will convince people that the Thunder aren't the Grizzlies' only nemesis.

A minute later, when Durant missed his third straight jumper from beyond the three-point line, the game was declared garbage time.

When Durant was substituted, he scored 29 points and shot just 38 percent from the field.

Link, on the other hand, walked back to the bench with 31 points, 12 assists and 8 rebounds.

ESPN gave Link and Durant a split-screen shot, and their diametrically opposed emotions were written all over their faces.

"Link completely destroyed Durant today, and KD missed three consecutive three-pointers at critical moments. He had the opportunity to change everything, but he didn't take advantage of it. Link, on the other hand, showed excellent offensive form from the first round of the fight. Even when he was just over ten points ahead, he didn't relax. Maybe Durant and Thunder fans don't want to admit it, but I have to say it. Today, the game was not scorching at all. This time, Link beats KD! ”

Hubi. Brown's commentary made countless Thunder fans angrily turn off the TV.

It's just that he can't turn off the TV for a hundred years. He also had to endure the torment of counting seconds at the Federal Express Arena.

After the electronic beep sounded, the score was fixed at 102. The Thunder relied on their tireless efforts in garbage time to make the margin less ugly.

Durant, who shot less than 40 percent from the field, stood up and wanted to get off the court as soon as possible.

But as soon as he got up, he was greeted by a "warm" Link and held his right hand.

"You played well today, but you were a little bit unlucky, man." Link had a wicked smile on his face, he knew that Durant wanted to leave, so he didn't let it!

Durant is in front of so many reporters, and it is not good to just throw his face and leave. Faced with Link, who took the initiative to show favor, he had to hug Link.

"Durant and Link had a friendly hug after the game, did they settle the grievance?"

Hubi. Brown didn't know what the conversation was going on after the two men hugged, otherwise he wouldn't have thought it was a "friendly" hug.

When Durant and Link hugged, Link put his mouth into Durant's ear and whispered something.

After the hug, Durant left with his head down. Link stayed where he was and was interviewed by reporters.

As soon as Durant walked into the tunnel of players, he angrily kicked over the trash can next to him.

"As you hope, this final matchup of the regular season will be very memorable. Now we're tied again, Kevin. ”

What Link just said in Durant's ear will probably be haunting his mind for days.