1334: A foregone conclusion? No, not yet
In the Federal Express Arena, all the fans have given up their fantasies.
Compared with other teams, the Clippers' level is indeed much higher. Although the Grizzlies' three-pointers in the first half were one of the reasons why the game was extremely difficult.
But if the Clippers do not have strong enough strength, they will not be able to maintain control of the game in the second half.
14 points behind in 37 seconds, this score difference has already determined the result in NBA.
The fans have lost confidence, and now they can only hope that Link can pull back the situation when the total score is 0-2.
But considering the strength of the Clippers, this seems to be just an unrealistic fantasy...
Jogel called a timeout, and the Grizzlies players all looked solemn.
Jokic covered his head with both hands, upset about the three-point chance he missed today.
Conley was panting, and he hated his powerlessness at this moment.
Old Carter usurped his fist tightly. He didn't want the last year of his career to end in such a tragic ending.
Finally, the camera gave Link, who had scored 36 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists today.
He had no expression on his face, and no one knew what the guy was thinking about. Perhaps, he was considering whether he would retire if he could not win the championship this year.
Or maybe he is already calculating the possibility of overtaking the Clippers in the total score.
No one really knows what he is thinking, he shouldn't have given up yet, because Link never gave up.
But the current situation can no longer be solved by the determination to not give up.
On the other hand, the Clippers players cheered.
Paul George cut his throat with a sword, Link's best friend in college, gave Link the most fatal blow.
Tonight he is the hero of the Clippers, and all Clippers players are hugging him.
If the Clippers really succeed this season, they will definitely become the highest-ranking duo after Jordan and Pippen, Kobe and O'Neal.
"There is no hope, Paul George's jump shot killed the only light of the birth of the miracle. I don't know how Link will deal with it next. He is behind 0-2 and is about to play two away games in Los Angeles. This is definitely the biggest crisis that the Grizzlies have experienced in recent years."
Hubby Brown is already considering falling behind 0-2.
No one thinks that the Grizzlies can still win this game, 37 seconds and 14 minutes, unless another miracle like "Meddy Moment" and Millsap 28 seconds and 11 minutes.
Otherwise, the result of this game will not change anyway.
But even for Link, it is really difficult to create such a miracle. And today, the situation for the Grizzlies is even more serious.
Whether it was McGrady's 35 seconds 13 minutes or Millsap's 28 seconds 11 minutes.
The Rockets and Jazz were only 8 points behind their opponents at that time.
But Link is different. He is now 14 points behind!
In other words, while he scores, he also has to ensure that the opponent can’t get a single point in order to ensure that he wins.
In such a situation, it is simply a matter of success rate approaching zero.
Link looked at the time and score difference on the large screen on the scene, and then moved his wrist.
He knew a lot of people thought the game was over, including some Grizzlies players.
But Link didn't blame them. They were all adults and could not always live in fantasy like children.
However, Link believes that the result may not necessarily be what people expect. It is too early to talk about falling behind 0 to 2.
This game is not over yet!
Although the chance of winning is indeed very slim, as long as it is not 0, don't rush to give up.
It may be difficult to go from 0 to 1, but from 1 to 2, 2 to 3, it is not that difficult!
Even if it's only 1% chance, Link is willing to give it a try.
I have achieved 83 points in a single game, what else is impossible?
When the offensive stability is almost unaffected by physical energy, Link can reverse the situation as long as he gets a mobile phone!
When Jogel paused, he only arranged a few singles tactics for Link, all of which were conventional tactics.
Because at this time, the tactics are no longer enough to turn a team into a victory.
Now, the players have really entered the time they think the game is.
The game started again, but at this time the fans in the Federal Express Arena could no longer cheer, and the ratings of the game had already begun to fall.
Many people have given up on this game and determined that the game has entered garbage time.
On the Internet, the topic of the Grizzlies falling behind 0 to 2 has become quite popular.
It seems that the whole world has agreed that the Grizzlies are behind 0 to 2, and the last 37 seconds are just a mere move that has to be completed for the sake of the rules.
Leonard stared at Link, his expressionless face, which looked like the Terminator who had been futuristic to kill Link.
It was difficult to fall behind by 14 points now, but now I have met a defensive player like Leonard.
There is no possibility for a grizzly bear!
Link walked to the bottom line and was ready to come to pick up the bottom line ball in person.
At the same time, Leonard also pressed closely. In this round, the Clippers wanted to defend against a full-game press, making it difficult for the Grizzlies to just get basketball.
Leonard has been in front of Link, and Link has been fighting with Leonard.
Collision, circumnavigation, collision, and circumnavigation... The confrontation of basketball sports often begins before getting the basketball.
Just as Link and Leonard were fighting fiercely, Link suddenly released his strength, causing Leonard to stagger a few steps.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Link immediately ran away to respond. The smart Jokic did not waste the opportunity and sent the ball up as soon as possible.
When Leonard wants to hold Link again, it is no longer so easy.
The advantage of pressing the whole game is that it can interfere with the opponent's bottom line pass and slow down the opponent's advancement speed.
But the disadvantage is that if the entire defensive lineup goes too well, then the opponent can easily hit the basket after the defense fails.
It's like when you break through the defensively, you need to maintain a defensive distance to be safe. The whole game is pressing against defense, but there is no defense with a safe distance...
Leonard sticks too tightly, so when Link completes the breakthrough he can't catch up at all.
Under normal circumstances, he should wait outside the three-point line for Link to "go to the trap".
But this time, Leonard could only run behind Link.
Link's speed was beyond the reach of Leonard. He quickly broke the tight defense line of the game and jumped directly outside the three-point line.
Pulling three points is already Link's signature move.
But in this critical moment, people were not in the mood to appreciate Link's picturesque shooting.
Leonard jumped from behind and planned to slap the ball out the moment Link lifted the basketball.
Just like he did to Anthony Davis in the last round of the series.
However, Link's speed of bullets made all Leonard's plan ruin. He had already jumped hard, but his palm could only hit Link's arm.
The guy's body seemed to have no weight at all, and he could jump high with a slight jump.
The moment Leonard hit the arm, Link also threw the basketball out.
Fortunately, Leonard hit his left arm, and Link holding the ball with the right arm only needs to hold the basketball with one hand in the air and shoot steadily, so the hit rate can be guaranteed!
Looking at the top of the basketball's flying arc, Leonard had a bad feeling.
The next second later, the premonition became reality.
The referee whistle sounded and the Nets entered the net. Once the timeout came back, Link had a chance to play 3+1 for himself!
"The ball went in, but it actually went in! Link did not give up, he chose to stick to the end! This was a very difficult shot, but the reward was quite rich! If Link could score the extra free throw, then the score difference would be only 10 points!"
Amid Hubby Brown's passionate shouts, Link walked to the free throw line.
He still remained calm, and no one knew what he was thinking or planning something amazing.
No one knows how powerful courage he has in his heart!
He withstood the huge pressure, took a deep breath, and slowly threw the ball out.
"brush!"
The basketball sounded and the net, Link scored four points successfully, narrowing the gap to 10 points!
It only took Link 5 seconds to complete this.
Some depressed fans began to feel a little restless, and they found that Link was indeed a little excited in his last moment.
But on the Clippers, Doug Rivers was still confident.
10 minutes ahead in 32 seconds, well, there are still more.
Any team will not be under much pressure if they lead by 10 points in the last 32 seconds.
Singing and humming songs, and discussing what to eat for lunch is the top priority.
Chapter completed!