The Clippers' inside line is worth $30 million, but what many people can't imagine is that the inside line is the lowest defensive efficiency of the Grizzlies this season.

Even, it is less effective in defense than the degenerated Matt Barnes.

Although Jordan Jr. still has the flaw of being prone to shaking, if you say that his defense will drag down the entire team, it will definitely not be possible.

There are two reasons for this situation. First, because the wings are leaking too much, Jordan always spends too much energy to help defend, and it is easy to miss his opponent and cause a blank cut, or be pulled out by an inside line with a range.

Second, as a substitute, Hawys has a very bad defense. There was a game where the Kings played against the Clippers before. Cousins ​​made several fouls by Jordan Jr., so you can feel at ease to "get it".

These reasons have greatly reduced the Clippers' inside defensive efficiency.

When Jordan defended at the basket, his opponent's shooting percentage was only 46.8%. But when it comes to Griffin and Hawys, the number soared to 57.7% and 59.0% respectively.

It’s not that Jordan Jr.’s defense is not good, but that the Clippers have too many loopholes, and Jordan Jr. can’t make up for it.

Therefore, if you want to solve the Clippers' inside defense, you only have one idea - to keep Jordan Jr. away from the penalty area, or let the center striker pull out to shoot.

Gasol and Whiteside are undoubtedly very suitable for such tasks. When Gasol pulled Jordan Jr. out, Whiteside was completely unbeatable in the inside, and Griffin's defensive threat at the basket was as powerless as the data showed.

Jordan Jr. will be very hesitant when facing this situation. He wants to put pressure on Gasol, but he is also worried that there is no one to protect the basket, but he does not have the super defensive coverage ability of Noah or Peak Garnett.

So, the Clippers' inside were not pleased. Either Gasol seized the opportunity and made a mid-range shot, or Whiteside dunked it in the inside.

The fatal flaw in the Clippers' inside line allowed the Grizzlies to easily score 6 points in a row.

During the timeout, Doug Rivers ordered Jordan Jr. to defend Whiteside and prevent the 10-day short-term worker from doing whatever he wants in the inside.

He believes that only a simple change of defense will cause the Grizzlies' double towers to lose their power.

However, Rivers was very wrong.

After returning from the timeout, the Clippers still failed for the first attack.

Paul sought a single, but Conley was so defensive that it interfered with Paul's shooting.

When the Grizzlies attacked again, Gasol was still active at a high position. Griffin replaced defense in front of Gasol, and Jordan Jr. was nailed to the basket by Whiteside.

Both of the Clippers' inside players were struggling, so the rest of the Grizzlies had a lot of opportunities to cut.

Gasol supported himself at a high position and passed the ball over Griffin's head to Butler who cut in.

Under normal circumstances, Jordan or Griffin will assist in defense in time. But now, neither Griffin nor Jordan Jordan can take steps.

So, Butler easily scored a mid-range shot after receiving the ball, and the Grizzlies equalized the score!

20 seconds later, the Grizzlies made a comeback. It was Gasol, who assisted Conley in a high position to shoot a mid-range shot.

The principle is the same as Butler's goal just now. Jordan and Griffin cannot defend, and everyone else can shoot easily.

Gasol's ability to support at a high position was fully demonstrated. After that, Griffin tried to let Gasol go and planned to get out to help defend others.

But unfortunately, the Clippers were soon ruthlessly punished by Gasol's mid-range shot!

Espanyol's CET can't be released even if it takes a single step!

Gasol's mid-range shooting this season is much more stable than before, and he can now be used as an independent offensive point.

Gasol completely beat Griffin at the high position, and Doug Rivers's defense replacement policy did not work.

On several occasions, Jordan Jr. wanted to double-team Gasol with Griffin, but Gasol made many wonderful passes by Whiteside to score easily.

The Grizzlies' double towers wiped out the Clippers' inside appearance. The Clippers started with 8 points ahead to being equalized, and then gradually fell behind.

By the end of the half game, the score had become 52-41. The Grizzlies completely suppressed the Clippers in the second quarter and overtook the lead with a 9-point lead!

Gasol scored 16 points and 5 assists in the first half. His mid-range shooting and support made the Clippers not know how to deal with it.

Whiteside also scored 12 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks. He kept calm and did not mess around. He performed well in the second consecutive game, proving that he was not a flash in the pan.

Jordan Jr. and Griffin's data in the second quarter almost stagnated. Jordan Jr. had 8 points and 5 rebounds in the first quarter, and only had 2 points and 1 rebound more than the first quarter.

Griffin scored 9 points and 4 rebounds in the first quarter, only 4 points and 2 rebounds.

This means that the inside lineman that the Clippers are proud of, was killed in a state of utmost importance!

If Redick, who has been playing until now, has been awakened today, and Crawford's outstanding performance as always, the Clippers might have been behind double digits!

After the half-time game, Link, who was almost passing the ball in the second quarter, smiled and accepted a reporter's sideline interview.

"Link, how do you evaluate Mark and Hassan's performance in the second quarter?"

This question is very simple. Link is best at praising teammates and belittles his opponents.

"Before the game, people said that the Clippers' $30 million inside line was invincible. But it turned out that their inside line was seriously premium! Gasol's salary this season is 15.8 million, Whiteside's 10-day short contract... Well, $21,000, the two of them combined for less than 16 million. Then what? We won!"

Link did not hesitate to use the Clippers' 30 million inside line, and the pride of Clippers fans instantly turned into shame.

"So, will you continue to maintain the inside offense in the second half? Today, you didn't take any action because of calf injury?" The reporter asked Link the second question. Although Gasol and Whiteside performed well today, Link was still the only protagonist of the Federal Express Arena.

"When talking about my calves... I have to say that some people are really dirty when they lose. But don't worry, I'm very good. No one can bring me down, even if you use unconventional means, you can't imagine it. And the person who didn't bring me down, you have to be very careful." Link instantly put away his smile, and it was time for Paul to pay the price.

He is a person with a strong desire to take revenge.

After accepting the interview and returning to the locker room, Link found that everyone was waiting for him.

Jogel looked at Whiteside and Gasol with a smile. They had already completed the task successfully.

These two guys' excellent offense in the second quarter has made it difficult for everyone in the Clippers to move forward. As long as anyone dares to defend, Gasol and Whiteside can score goals. If the Clippers don't want to continue to be exploded in the interior, they can only keep an honest eye on others to defend.

Next, Link will not encounter such a tight double-team again.

In other words, Link, the ultimate killing weapon, was finally liberated!

"Link, in the second half, the right to take action will come back to your hands. Keep the score difference, as long as we persist until the last five minutes, we will be very confident of winning!" Jogel didn't want Link to rush too fiercely, after all, he is now injured.

As long as the score difference can be stabilized, it is considered to be completed.

"Come on, Link, I've already had a good fight. It's your turn next! If DeAndrew dares to double-team you, I won't show mercy. I will let him stay by my side." Whiteside showed off Hong's biceps when he saw this and fully supported Link.

Gasol also patted Link on the shoulder, and he was very happy to be able to help in times of crisis.

Link nodded slightly and thanked his teammates for their trust.

"Thank you for your efforts, let me leave it next. But we don't have to wait until the last five minutes. I promise that the game will end before the fourth quarter."

After hearing Link finish this sentence in a very serious tone, Tony Allen sighed softly.

Paul accidentally stepped on Link's red line, and the consequences were very serious.

Now, prepare to face true anger and pay for the mistakes you have made.
Chapter completed!