: 475: There is such a team

The chemistry of a team and the atmosphere of the locker room are created by everyone.
The Grizzlies' current chemistry and the atmosphere of the locker room reached an excellent balance, especially after Link said that.
He is indeed the most dazzling star of the Grizzlies, but he has not forgotten his teammates who have also contributed a lot to the team. What Link said after the last game against the 76ers in January may sound nothing to fans, but it sounds very heartwarming to other Grizzlies players.
Now, everyone feels that they are not working with "colleagues", but working with a group of brothers for the same goal.
They are all a group of people who are "scorned", and they all fell into the "country" of Memphis, a place where birds do not for various reasons.
Iguodala was sold by the 76ers because he was not "core" enough. Gasol was completely sent to Memphis as a supplement. Where is Link? He is a famous Rockets abandoned general. There are many other people who have had this experience more or less...
But it is this group of people who have been abandoned elsewhere, this year they are ready to subvert their position in the alliance. This similar experience makes them more closely connected.
The training on the second day after the game, the training ground was full of fun. Stevens and his two assistants akimbo with relief. They all know that a winning team is not difficult to form. But a team that can win and unite is very valuable.
"How old is Link's kid this year? He's 24 years old, and he'll be 25 in June. Although he's an older rookie, he's actually very young." Stevens looked at Link who was fighting with Randolph. Talking to himself.
"Yeah, I know what you want to say, Brad. At a young age, Link is already like a leader. As he grows older, he will become the most prestigious player on the Grizzlies. He will become the Grizzlies. The flag of the team. It's like Kobe to the Lakers and Wade to the Heat." Elston Turner nodded, he must admit that when he took over Link from Jeff Austin, he didn't think about it. The guy will be so successful.
"Yes, a banner, the soul of the team. As long as a team has such a character, it is not afraid of a downturn. Okay, let's cheer up. This year we have a good chance, but we can't drop the chain halfway."
Stevens finished speaking and blew a whistle to his chest, announcing the end of the break.
Elston Turner and Dave Georgel looked at each other and smiled. They both knew what Stevens meant by "having a chance".
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On February 1, the Grizzlies continued to fight at the Chesapeake Energy Arena.
Grizzlies and Thunder, this is the enduring popular matchup in the West. At the beginning of this season, the two sides met for the first time, and the winner was the Grizzlies.
So this time, the Thunder played very hard. They will not allow themselves to be defeated by the Grizzlies, and they don't want the gap between the Grizzlies and themselves to grow.
So today, Durant and Westbrook have 27 points and 21 points. A hit rate of 62.5% and a hit rate of 52.9% are extremely efficient.
In addition, Kevin Martin, who was on the bench for the Thunder, also made 3 of 4 3-pointers and scored the team's third-highest 16 points.
With the Thunder playing so well, it is indeed very difficult for the Grizzlies to win.
Link had 27 points and 7 assists, Randolph had 12 points and 19 rebounds. Everyone did their best. However, basketball games are both lost and won. This time, the Thunder succeeded in revenge. 106 to 101, 5 points difference, the Grizzlies' four-game winning streak ended miserably.
This year's regular season, the two teams that played the most difficult to solve with the Grizzlies are the Thunder and the Spurs. And these two teams are precisely the two biggest opponents of the Grizzlies in the playoffs.
For the loss of this game, Stevens is actually not too depressed. Because in his opinion, the Grizzlies played well, but the Thunder played too well. And the Thunder's outstanding performance is beyond their strength. Therefore, it is impossible to appear often.
For example, with several goals, Link and Iguodala sealed Durant's face, but he still scored. Westbrook had several extremely difficult forced layups, and they all made magical hits.
Stevens admits that this kind of game is lost. After all, in the playoffs, the Thunder cannot have such good luck at any time.
After the game, Link gathered everyone together to cheer. Seeing this scene, Stevens was even more relieved.
Losing is not terrible, but terrible is fear of losing. For now, it seems that this defeat did not have any impact on the morale of the Grizzlies players.
Anyway, everyone's regular season match record is now 1 to 1. It's a big deal next time.
After returning to the locker room today, Stevens heard that the players were discussing something. Tomorrow morning, they seem to be gathering in Link's room, waiting for the announcement of the All-Star bench.
"No one is allowed to sleep in late tomorrow. Arrive half an hour early, not late!"
"Don't worry, I'll get up at half past six tomorrow!"
"I am six!"
"I think you can just stop sleeping tonight."
"Okay, look at Zach, we have so many people supporting you. If you are really selected, do you want to show it." Link ended everyone's chattering, and then looked at with a thief. To Randolph.
Randolph usually takes advantage of others, and this time Randolph has to bleed!
"If I'm really selected for the All-Star lineup, one person and one piece of Lawrence, I said." Randolph patted his chest, only to find that Link's phone was on with the recording function.
Now Randolph could not deny it.
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On the morning of February 2, the Grizzlies players gathered in Link and Randolph's room early in the morning.
Since everyone has not returned to Memphis, they can only wait in the hotel for the league to announce the list of All-Star substitutes.
Iguodala is full of energy and looks very formal in a suit. Nick Young came with sleepy eyes, wearing pajamas. Tony Allen offered a bottle of wine, but it was probably not used to drink, but to spray.
Everyone has different mental states, but they all gathered together in advance as agreed.
Link stood in the front with his mobile phone and took this random group photo. He believes that this will become one of his fond memories.
After a while, the small hotel room was overcrowded by a group of big guys.
"Listen~EbookFREE.me~ guys. Thank you so much. I have played in the NBA for 12 years, but I have never had such an experience. Thank you, this may be the most memorable of my career. One day. Of course, I have to thank Link, you may have to cost me hundreds of thousands of dollars."
Randolph simply said something, which caused everyone to laugh.
Half an hour later, ESPN TV announced the full list of the 2013 Houston All-Star team.
The starting lineup has long been announced, and the seven substitutes for the Western Army are Harden, Duncan, Aldridge, Parker, Westbrook and...
Defeated David Lee and successfully selected Zach Randolph in the All-Star Game!
A second after the results were announced, Randolph felt a sudden cold on the top of his head, the smell of wine!
At that moment he understood that he had to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars.
But who cares? He just wants to hug his brothers now.