On December 25, the match between the Grizzlies and the Heat will not start today at 9 o'clock. Because the Christmas battle is all "serials", another game will begin immediately after one game.

The purpose of this is very simple, allowing fans to watch all the games at the same time without interfering with each other. In order to maximize profits, these are the regular operations of the league.

Therefore, throughout the day today, the Grizzlies players were in a state of physical tension. It was obviously Christmas, but nothing else could be done, which made the players very frustrated.

Fortunately, although everyone has to work today, Robert Pera still created a warm Christmas atmosphere for the players.

At the entrance of the Federal Express Arena, a large Christmas tree was placed, and a giant inflatable Santa Claus was hung on the exterior wall of the court.

In the locker room, Pera also prepared Christmas gifts for the players. As soon as Link walked into the locker room today, he saw a pile of gift boxes on the ground. There were greeting cards on the gift boxes, with the names of the players and the blessings of Pera to the players.

The content of each greeting card is different. It can be seen that Pera really wrote it carefully.

After Link opened the gift box, he found that it was a PS4 game console. Everyone’s gifts were the same, both were PS4 game consoles.

Link smiled. Pera was really interested. Yes, now it was in 2013. The ps4 game console was released in November 2013. At this time, this is a very fresh digital product.

But for Link, ps4 is not a very cutting-edge thing. He has played it for several years! But well, he won't have to be destroyed by the backward game screen in the future.

In addition to the boss Pera, several of the Grizzlies' big brothers also brought gifts to their teammates.

Mike Miller bought a scarf for his teammates alone, which was very warm and practical.

Randolph bought everyone a box of cigars, which was very consistent with his temperament.

Link also brought gifts to everyone with Link's first-generation basketball shoes in Christmas color.

The price of this limited edition Christmas color sneaker is about five times the original price, and you may not be able to buy it if you have money, because many people would rather keep it for themselves to collect it. After all, this is the commemoration of Link's first Christmas battle.

Link's super high popularity has made this shoe snatched up when it was released, which is very difficult to get on the market. So even for professional players, this pair of shoes is very valuable for collection.

I guess P.J. Tucker, who is playing for the Suns, is crying. This guy who loves shoes and lives must think that being Link’s teammate is the happiest thing in the world.

Overall, the atmosphere in the locker room was quite relaxing before the start of the game. In addition to the lack of Christmas dinner, it basically means having a Christmas with your family.

For Link, these brothers are equivalent to their own family. Everyone gathers in the locker room to watch other games, talking and laughing, and this kind of Christmas Eve is also good.

Two hours before the game started, Link received a text message from Rachel. It seems that Rachel has also arrived at the Federal Express Arena.

Since this season, Rachel's popularity has also soared since the new show hosted by Grant Hill became popular.

Now, Rachel is already a popular female host. As a reporter, she will naturally be sent to the scene for interviews.

In this popular finale of the Christmas battle, espn found Rachel, the popular queen, as a sideline reporter. Therefore, today Link will soon spend a Christmas Eve with Rachel in a unique way.

After another half an hour, everyone gradually stopped playing and joking. The locker room slowly calmed down, and then everyone's eyes were staring at Link, staring at their young leader.

"Huh, it's time to warm up on the court." Link took a deep breath and stood up.

"This year is the first time in the history of the Grizzlies' Christmas. Of course, it is also the first time that most of our guys play on Christmas. To be honest, if you told others two years ago that the Grizzlies would play Christmas, he would definitely think you were sick and very sick. The Memphis Grizzlies play Christmas? Just those guys from the third-rate and nine-school sect, who would be willing to spend money to watch them play Christmas? As a result, we not only played Christmas, but also made the final appearance in the Christmas! Not only were some people spending money to watch the game, but all the tickets were sold out."

When Link said this, everyone laughed.

"We have never followed the path given to us by others. We have never been the protagonist, but we have always defeated the protagonist. Today, LeBron James wants to avenge his previous shame here. He wants to prove that the Heat is still the number one heir to the championship. Then let them remember what happened to the Federal Express Arena six months ago! Let's go, guys, this is our Christmas Eve, go and have a party!"

"Roar!" After Link said that, the Grizzlies players jumped up one after another, shouting like a group of bandits and all followed Link out of the locker room.

The locker room was instantly "cleared", leaving only the ground full of debris, and three coaches, Joe Geer, Snyder and Turner.

"Did you see it? I said, losing to the Knicks will not have any impact on the team." Jogel smiled and spread his hands. He didn't say a word, and the players' emotions were all motivated by Link.

Being a head coach on a team with Link is simply a matter of ease.

"With him here, the Grizzlies will never have to worry about morale. Let's go, it's time for us to play." Snyder sorted out his suit, and he couldn't wait to see how Link would show his All-Star Ticket King's strength!

Although it was getting late, the fans were still very enthusiastic when the players on both sides appeared.

"Welcome to the Federal Express Arena, this game is a continuation of last season's finals! Of course, it is also likely to be a preview of this season's finals! No matter which one, today, we will have an unforgettable night!"

Mike Bryn's voice brought countless fans into the state in an instant. This veteran commentator and the fans have witnessed countless classic moments. Wherever he is there, the game will usually be very exciting!

James and Wade looked at Link and both smiled. Wade even walked up and hugged Link in a friendly manner.

In the 1990s, it was almost impossible to see Jordan and Isaiah Thomas so friendly, and don't expect Carl Malone to smile in front of Jordan.

But in the 21st century, players from two different teams are no longer just hostile, but instead makes the NBA's interpersonal network more complex and interesting.

"What do you mean by Merry Christmas? Stop pretending, I know your words are not just literal." After the hug, Wade asked the biggest question in his mind in the past two days.

"I have prepared Christmas gifts for you, Dwyne. You'll know when the game is coming later."

"Is that so? Thank you very much! But LeBron and I won't be polite tonight. This is our first time playing against each other this season, and I don't want to mess it up." Wade finished soft and started to be tough.

No matter how good the relationship is, they are all enemies on the court. The Grizzlies and the Heat are still the two biggest favorites to win this season. In the face of O'Brien Cup, even their best friends will be in trouble.

"I wouldn't be polite to you, Dwyne. Have you seen the dome of the Federal Express Arena? Have you seen the championship banner? We are the champions last season!"

Wade nodded. Link's mouth is really poisonous!

"Let's see, boy. This is your first Christmas battle and it will be the worst Christmas Eve you have ever experienced."

After saying that, the two turned back to their respective halfs. Since then, the better their personal relationship between Wade and Link has been, the stronger their hostile relationship on the court.

Men's friendship is sometimes so confusing.

Before the game started, Link gave Rachel a sideline interview.

Rachel tied up her hair today, put on lipstick, and wore a slim long dress with the main color of the Grizzlies. She no longer had the athletic style of her neighbor girl and became mature in an instant.

When he saw Link, Rachel almost couldn't help but pounce on and hug Link. However, he remembered that he was broadcasting live on TV and was broadcasting across the United States, so he resisted the impulse.

"Link, do you feel nervous when you participate in the Christmas battle for the first time?" Rachel's question was very simple. Of course, she would not make things difficult for her boyfriend.

"Not nervous, because I know someone is looking at me."

Link's answer made most people feel puzzled. What does it mean that someone is watching him? It's fans all over the world are watching him.

Rachel's face turned slightly red, and the interview ended like this.

When Link walked to the center of the court to prepare for the game, Randolph couldn't help but complain, "The conversation between you two on the basketball court is so disgusting!"

Link gave Randolph a glance and prepared to start the competition. He knew that the relaxed part of this Christmas Eve had been over. All that was left was a fierce battle!

Link looked at him and the Heat's lineup was almost unchanged from last season's finals.

Chalmos, Wade, Ray Allen, James, and Bosh are still a lineup of one, one, four, and completely abandoning the traditional five position.

There is no way to change the lineup. The Heat's added Oden, Michael Beasley and other former high-ranking players this summer did not achieve the expected results. So, they can only do the same.

Moreover, the Heat does not have much room to operate, and the Big Three almost locked out their salary structure. The transaction value of others is too low, so it is normal not to strengthen it.

Besides, even if they don’t strengthen, they are strong enough.

After the game started, Bosh was excited to get the ball. Last season's finals, Bosh's performance was a complete failure.

After the Heat lost the championship, Bosh was also the one who was scolded the most.

But today, Bosh seemed to have regained himself. Just a scramble to see that his mental state today is completely different from half a year ago!

The ball was won by Wade, and the Flash immediately advanced. Except for Bosh, Wade's performance was not good last season. During the finals, Wade's knee could no longer support him to perform better.

But Wade recovered well at Link’s training camp this summer. So his condition this season is much better than in the finals last season.

This is also the reason why some people are optimistic about the Heat's victory. They believe that the Grizzlies won the championship last season because they were lucky because Wade and Bosh were very unfortunately sluggish at the same time.

This year, when Wade and Bosh return to their former glory, the Grizzlies will not have any chance. And this game is proof!

As soon as Wade came on the court, he caught Iguodala off guard.

His speed is very fast, as if people can see a trace of their peak period.

In the end, before Gasol rushed back to the inside, Wade completed the breakthrough and scored one-handed deception, which made a good start for the finale of this Christmas battle.

"Today this is my game, it's my game!" After the dunk landed, Wade yelled at Link.
Chapter completed!