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127: 1st and 8th game (39/40)

After Bathir entered the team, the Grizzlies players felt that the team had never changed.

Originally, Tabitt had an average interpersonal relationship with the Grizzlies. People didn't hate him, but he really didn't have any sense of existence. Therefore, after Tabitt left, most Grizzlies players didn't have any special feelings.

As for Battier, this guy always looks like an old player in the team. In just one day of training, Battier made the rest of the Grizzlies accustomed to his existence.

It can be said that Bathir can adapt quickly to the NBA 0 teams.

It seems that this mid-term deal didn't bring any turmoil to the Grizzlies, which is undoubtedly the result that both Chris Wallace and Lionel Hollins hope to see.

Of course, what made them happiest was more than that. Seeing Link always training with Bathir on the training ground, Hollins was undoubtedly even more relieved.

Now, in order to simulate the actual combat effect, Bathir is no longer satisfied with defending Link one-on-one. He called Darrell Arthur to assist in defense in the interior to simulate the closest actual combat effect.

"Remember, Link, the NBA game is not a one-on-one single challenge. Breaking through your match does not mean that your attack will definitely be successful. The first two times, you were already blocked by Arthur's backup defense. This time, think carefully and find ways to solve the dilemma."

Bathil was defending Link while explaining to him. Tony Allen admired Bathil. This guy trained new players one by one.

Link held the ball and made a tentative move, pretending to retract his foot, but in fact he suddenly broke through. This was what Link learned from Kobe.

Bathil was broken through. First, he did not really fight, and second, Bathil's speed is indeed a bit slow now. But even so, Bathil still did not let Link directly enter the inside. Bathil knew that in order to avoid Arthur's blockade, Link would definitely stop and jump shot.

As expected, Link really made a jump shot. Bathir, who had long expected all this, reached out to block the ball, not to block the ball, but to directly cover his eyes.

Link was a little irritated by Battier, so he shot a little more impatient. In this way, his offense failed again, which was already the third consecutive round that made Link defeated him.

"Damn it, you have changed again!" Link shook his head. Bathir has changed several different defensive strategies to deal with him. As long as Link can think of a way, Bathir will always think of it first.

"Well, I did change! This is what I want to tell you! Today, I have only two tricks to defend you. First, keep changing, because if you make the offensive party get used to your defense, he can immediately give a solution. Second, maintain oppression and make every point annoyed by the scorer. It is OK to let him get points, but you have to make the part intermittently, and don't make him feel warm!"

After Bathil said this, Link nodded repeatedly based on his experience of being blocked.

Tony Allen, who was watching the show on the side, also recognized what Battier said. If what he taught Link was only the simplest and most rough things on the defensive end, then what Battier taught Link was a more complex tactical and psychological level.

Tony Allen just thinks that Link can combine his defensive styles with himself and Bathir in the future, so he can't help but sigh.

What kind of terrible player do Hollins and Wallace want to make him a player? Are they superstars?

"Okay, guys, stop. Take a break and pack up, it's time to go!"

At this time, the team coach Hollins blew a whistle and shouted. After the training, everyone walked towards the locker room, and Link was no exception.

It’s not that Link doesn’t want to practice more today, but that the team has to set off after training today and board a plane to San Antonio.

Tomorrow, on December 26, the Memphis Grizzlies will play away against the San Antonio Spurs, which is now ranked No. 1 in the West. This tag is not something that any team can post on.

Hollins knew very well how powerful his opponent was, so he didn't dare to slack off. Tonight, the team will go to San Antonio together and have a good rest in the evening. At noon the next day, he will start preparing for the game with full energy.

For teams like the Spurs, if you don’t adjust yourself to your best condition, don’t even think about victory.

Link couldn't wait to set off, and Link had been waiting for the San Antonio Spurs opponent for a long time.

If he remembers correctly, the Grizzlies seem to be the Spurs this year

He was a little worried that if history changed because of his joining, it would be embarrassing. Don’t join the Grizzlies because of his joining. In the end, Black Eight failed. In that case, Link would hate himself.

So, Link really wants to see if he can defeat the Spurs, the No. 1 Spurs in the West, with his own Grizzlies.

And now, the opportunity has come.

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Vic stood seriously on the sidelines, staring at the players who were practicing tactics.

After seeing Richard Jefferson lose his position in a defense, Vic stopped training and then yelled in anger.

"What are you doing!? What am I saying? Hold on to him, hold on to him! You actually gave him such a large open space. Do you know what this means? It means we will be shot into a three-pointer! Don't be lucky. The Grizzlies' three-point shooting percentage at the third position is not bad at all. Link and Bathier, tell me, you dare to let these two people have three-pointers!"

Vicky's face flushed, and Richard Jefferson nodded apologetically, "I'll pay attention, pop."

Richard Jefferson is also a veteran in the NBA. To be honest, he lost his position a little during training. If it were other coaches, he might not be angry, let alone scolding everyone in front of everyone.

But this is the San Antonio Spurs, and Vicci is not targeting Jefferson. If Duncan makes a mistake, he will be scolded.

Moreover, the most important point is that Vicky cannot tolerate the number three making mistakes when he is about to face the Grizzlies.

Because he knew very well that the No. 0 undraft was not ordinary. Others might underestimate Link, but Vicky would not. After all, Vicky and the Spurs have never been superstitious about the level of the player's pick. There are countless rookies and undrafts played by the Spurs!

He knows better than anyone else that background and nationality do not represent everything a player. Only by taking off your tinted glasses can you see the pros and cons of a player.

Link, Vic, is considered by Vic as the Grizzlies' number one dangerous target. If he makes a mistake in the third position, the No. 0 undraft will be really not lenient.

The first in the West comes from such caution and meticulousness.

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Riverside Trail is one of the most famous attractions in San Antonio, and is known as the number one entertainment destination in Texas.

This green-shaded avenue by the river attracts tourists from all over the world, and even locals often come here to visit. Restaurants, shops, bars and other entertainment venues are gathered on both sides of the river. The colorful parasols by the river also add a lot of color to the riverside trail. At night, the colorful lights on both sides of the trail are even more colorful.

Many restaurants, bars and various shops of different cultural styles make this trail full of features. In it, you may even think that you are not in the United States, but in some place where multicultural convergence in Europe.

The Grizzlies players were bored and organized to take a walk on the riverside trail. In the winter, they wrapped in thick clothes and hats became their unique disguise.

At this time, Randolph, Tony Allen, Conley and Link were sitting at the door of a small bar, enjoying the singing of a folk singer from Europe.

Of course, the four of them were very conscious and still used juice instead of alcohol.

"Look, living in small cities is actually quite comfortable. New York and Los Angeles are not that hustle and bustle."

After the singer finished singing, Randolph applauded and sighed.

"That's because San Antonio at least has a riverside trail. If you were in Memphis, you would only be robbed after going around so late." Tony Allen complained while drinking the juice.

At this time, Tony Allen found that as soon as Link came out of the hotel, he was watching with a cell phone. Even in such a fun and beautiful place as the Riverside Trail, Link's attention had never been diverted from his phone.

Tony Allen felt curious, so he leaned over and looked. After taking a look, Tony Allen almost vomited.

Videos of the Spurs' recent game are being played on Link's mobile phone. Hollins has watched the players countless times in the past few days.

The Spurs' ball is not exciting, and it is slow and slowly, so people always feel drowsy. The Grizzlies players have been successfully hypnotized by the Spurs' games these days.

"I said Link, you can calm down for a while!" Tony Allen patted Link on the shoulder. He was really afraid that the fool would see something wrong.

"Ah? I'm not hungry." Link didn't raise his head, and replied inconsistently.

In fact, Link wouldn't see this when watching videos. After all, people's energy is limited. But this time, he really wants to beat the Spurs.
Chapter completed!
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