: 57: Contempt from Salt Lake City

　　The victory of the Grizzlies and the Kings gave them a perfect end to 2010.
　　 The next time the Grizzlies will play a game, it is January 1, 2011, New Year's Day.
　　 But at this time, the Grizzlies fans and head coach Lionel Hollins are in no mood to celebrate their three-game winning streak. Rudy Gay’s injury left the field to affect everyone’s hearts. They all knew that if Rudy Gay had a big problem, the Grizzlies’ hopes of qualifying for the playoffs would be very slim.
　　 After Rudy Gay was injured, Rockets fans are undoubtedly the happiest. Because on the way to the playoffs, the Rockets are missing one of their most powerful competitors.
　　Also happy is the Utah Jazz. Although the Jazz currently ranks in the top eight in the Western Conference, their position is not stable. The Rockets and Grizzlies are eyeing the Jazz's status. And in the game on January 1, the Jazz's opponent was the Grizzlies.
　　 "If we can defeat the Grizzlies in that game, I think we should be able to take the initiative in the playoffs." Jerry Sloan, the meritorious coach of the Jazz, replied in an interview with reporters.
　　 Indeed, Rudy Gay’s injury put the Grizzlies into trouble. Although in recent games, Gay's efficiency is not high. But people can't ignore the good side of Gay to the team because of this. His attacking power and his calmness at critical moments cannot be replaced by the rest of the Grizzlies.
"It has been diagnosed. It is a partial dislocation of the shoulder. The good news is that his injury is not serious. If you need it, after a week of rest, Guy can return." In the hospital, the Grizzlies chief team doctor and Huo Lins discussed Guy's recovery strategy.
　　 "What do you think of Rudy?"
　　 "He?" The team doctor smiled, "Of course he hopes to play the game soon."
"Um... then just do as you plan and let Rudy take a week off. Damn injuries, that Cousins ​​is such a lunatic!" Hollins shook his head, of course he wanted to. Let Guy take a break, but strength doesn't allow it.
　　 The competition in the West is not comparable to the East. In the West, if you want to reach the playoffs without breaking your blood, it is idiotic.
　　If there is no Guy, Hollins really doesn't know how sure he can get the Rockets and Jazz under his feet.
　　 Thankfully, Guy’s injury is not serious. He only needs to rest for a week before he can return to the court.
　　 But next week, will Link really be a starter? He only played less than 10 games in the NBA, and from the next game, Link's opponents are extremely tough.
　　 If Link starts in the next game, the player who will face him tomorrow will be one of the best defensive players in the league-Andre Kirilenko.
　　 Hollins feels a very headache. Injury is a nightmare that no coach wants to encounter.
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　　 Rudy Gay’s shoulder dislocation needed to be injured for a week, and it instantly became hot in the basketball circle.
　　 Memphis fans are the saddest, but the Jazz fans are a little gloating. As a defensive team, the Grizzlies lost their best scorer. There is no doubt that this will further reduce the Grizzlies' non-violent offensive firepower.
　　 In this context, more than half of the commentators and experts are more optimistic that the Jazz can win.
　　 "If the Jazz win, they will have a chance to reach sixth in the Western Conference. At that time, the Jazz's ranking will be very safe."
　　 "Jerry Sloan's goal this season is the Los Angeles Lakers to beat the defending champion. Therefore, the Memphis Grizzlies are not enough to overturn the Jazz gutter."
"I have to say that this is a game where the strength of the two sides is not equal. The Jazz's paper lineup is stronger than the Grizzlies, there is no doubt. Especially after the loss of Rudy Gay, the Grizzlies are even more ugly. ."
　　 No one is optimistic about the Memphis Grizzlies, even if this is a team that has just won three consecutive victories. But the Grizzlies fans are not discouraged. As Memphis people, they have long been used to being looked down upon.
　　 But they know very well that the Grizzlies are different this season. Their players have backbone and strength. Some neutral fans are not interested in the game whose results are already "destined", but local fans in Memphis are full of expectations for this game.
　　, they are eager for the Grizzlies to hit everyone in the face at home. Secondly, this is the first time that Grizzlies fans have had the opportunity to see that Chinese rookie on the scene after more than ten days!
　　 Link's debut in the Federal Express Arena has been awaited by fans for a long time. In the first three games, Link has shown his great strength. All Grizzlies fans are eager to see him in person.
　　 At this time, as the focus of fans' attention, Link is working with his trainer Will for the game tomorrow.
　　 Will held a big cushion to defend Link at the basket, while Link had to dribble past the two dummies and then break through for a layup.
　　 Whenever Link lays up, Will will go up with the cushion. Confrontation in the layup, this is Link and Will's extra practice today.
"It's a good job. You need to maintain a balance in the air. The most important thing is to keep the ball-hander's movements intact. In the previous games, you made good shots against the layups, and even played a few times. The performance of points. But you only achieved the second point, not the first point. You can guarantee that your shot will not deform, but every time you encounter a confrontation, you will fall due to an unstable center of gravity. This will greatly increase your injury. Risk is very dangerous."
　　 While practicing, Marcus Will explained to Link. After working with Link for more than ten days, Will has become accustomed to working overtime almost every night. But for this, Will is not upset. In addition to overtime pay, Will also feels a sense of accomplishment when he sees a losing draft pick becoming stronger and stronger under his own hands.
　　 And Link is always happy with the extra training. In addition to filling the white bars as soon as possible, it can also increase his basketball skills. Grant Hill was not a perfect player in his twilight years, and Link still has many shortcomings to fill.
　　 After Link scored the ball for the 50th time today and tried to maintain his balance. Will clapped his hands to signal the end of the extra training.
　　 "You practiced well tonight, remember, don't just think about scoring goals, but also remember to protect yourself. Okay, that's it for today, let's go home."
　　 "So early today?" Link looked at the electronic clock in the training hall. It was just eight o'clock now.
　　 Normally, they will practice until after nine o'clock.
"The training for the layup in confrontation is very physical. If there is confrontation, there must be consumption. So today, your training should not be too much. Besides, you don't want tomorrow's game to be messed up because of lack of physical strength. "
　　 "That's right, when it comes to tomorrow's game... I really can't wait." Link smiled silly, then clenched his fists.
　　 Earlier today, Hollins has announced the starting player to replace Rudy Gay. With his outstanding performance in the past three games, Link stood out from Tony Allen and Sam Young.
　　In other words, in addition to Link's debut at the Grizzlies' home court, tomorrow's game will also be his first appearance in the NBA as a starter!
　　 And Hollins' tactics show that Link is not a fake starter who will end in a few minutes. He is a serious starter, playing time in the interval of 25-40 minutes!
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　　 If you play well, Link will probably get a guaranteed contract. Of course, it is not impossible for Link to roll back to the Development League if he plays badly.
　　 So for tomorrow, Will is very important. Therefore, he didn't allow Link to use up his energy in advance. He usually plays on the bench, but Linker has no problem practicing. But for the first time tomorrow, that's no joke.
　　 Link and Will left the training hall. Tomorrow's Federal Express Stadium will become quite lively.
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　　Andre Kirilenko, he has a fierce nickname-"AK47". Because he happens to be Russian, his initials + jersey number can form AK47. It can be said that the fit between this nickname and him simply cannot be better.
　　As a "monster" with tall and long arms, Kirilenko's greatest strength lies in his omnipotence. In each game, he can fill up his own data sheet.
　　 Kirilenko's data declined after the serious injury, but his all-around skill remained. Moreover, this guy's defensive skills have not diminished at all.
　　 Kirilenko was still a little nervous before the game started today. Because he doesn't know who the Grizzlies will replace Rudy Gay. Faced with an unknown opponent, it is understandable that the Russians, who cannot prepare in advance, feel nervous.
　　 However, before the start of the game, when he saw the No. 0 Chinese striker take off his training suit and prepare to start, Kirilenko suddenly laughed. The nervous emotions are naturally wiped out.
　　 The Grizzlies start the draft by losing the draft? This is really in line with their usual style.
　　 "Today we don't have to have a headache for each other's third position." The Russian smiled confidently at Jerry Sloan. He thought he was bound to win today.