legendary point guard

Under the strong leadership of Lin Sen, the Orlando Magic ended the second month of the new season with an unbeaten record of ten consecutive games.

In December, the Magic only lost one game. Coupled with the two consecutive losses in the first month, the Magic only lost three games in two months.

The Cleveland Cavaliers, who were chasing closely behind the Magic, lost to the Magic by 27 points on Christmas Day, and then were defeated by the Charlotte Bobcats, known as the giant killer, in the last game in December.

The Cavaliers, who were originally only 0.5 games behind the Magic before the Christmas game, were 2 games behind the Magic at the end of the December game. The Magic's position as first in the Eastern Conference and first in the league is temporarily in a safe zone.

On January 2, the Orlando Magic entered their first game in 2008 and everyone except Lin Sen was in good shape.

Lin Sen, who has scored 30+ points in four consecutive games, was in a bit of a slump in this game against the Toronto Raptors. Similar to the last game against the Grizzlies, Lin Sen only made 1 of 5 shots in the first half.

Both the number of shots and the number of hits were much lower than the season average. More importantly, Lin Sen looked very tired during the game and had no desire to attack, as if he hadn't woken up.

"What happened to Wood? An open three-pointer almost missed the basket. I really want to know what Wood did last night?" NBATV commentator Rick Kamara on the sidelines was very puzzled.

"That's true. I've hardly seen him like this this season. It's understandable that he was not in good shape in the first half of the last game against Memphis. After all, he played New Orleans in the first game of back-to-back games.

But in the second half of the game against the Grizzlies, especially in the last quarter, Wood still stood up, but so far tonight, Wood is still sluggish." Kamara's partner Aftat was also puzzled.

Stan Van Gundy, who was standing on the sidelines, discovered this problem during training. Logically speaking, two days of rest would be enough to recover, but Lin Sen seemed a little lackluster in training as if he had played consecutive high-intensity games.

If he didn't pay attention to it at the beginning, then Stan Van Gundy had to pay attention to it now.

With three minutes left in the game, Stan Van Gundy replaced Lin Sen when the Magic led the Raptors by 14 points.

"Have a good rest!" Stan Van Gundy patted Lin Sen on the shoulder, and Lin Sen nodded.

Stan Van Gundy's substitution puzzled many people, even though Lin Sen was indeed in poor condition.

Lin Sen was replaced when there were three minutes left in the game and the lead was not 100% guaranteed for the team's victory. Such a move had to make many media think about it.

The scene of a general rift between Stan Van Gundy and Lin Sen popped up in many people's minds, and each of them was determined to investigate the matter after the game.

Lin Sen did not play again after leaving the game. In the end, the Magic defeated the invading Raptors at home with an 18-point advantage.

No one was interested in the Magic beating the Raptors to extend their winning streak to 11 games. Everyone went straight to Lin Sen. They wanted to know why Lin Sen, who was in such a hot state, was so sluggish after two days of rest.

In this game, Lin Sen only hit 4 of 13 shots and scored only 13 points. This was the first time that Lin Sen scored less than 20 points since the start of the new season.

What's more important is that Lin Sen has been in a sluggish mood throughout the game. This is completely different from the usual Lin Sen.

"What happened to Wood? The sequelae after a hot state?"

"Is he too busy at night during the two New Year days?"

"It's not a big deal to be in a sluggish state. He should be able to recover after the game. Even Michael Jordan has times when his state is poor."

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All kinds of thoughts appear in people's minds. If it is an ordinary person, a downturn in a game will not have such a big impact, even if the person is Kobe Bryant or even LeBron James.

"Wood, can you tell me why you were sluggish? Was it because you were too tired at night? Or was it because the first four games consumed too much of your energy?"

"Wood, there is news that you have been at home during the two days of vacation. Is this the reason for your sluggish state?"

"Do you have anything to say about being replaced early? Is Stan dissatisfied with your performance? Is there a conflict between you two?"

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Lin Sen was completely blocked by reporters inside and outside his locker, and they were all trying to get something from Lin Sen's mouth.

"No, it's nothing. My state was really bad tonight, and Chauncey and others are in good form, so it's right for those in good form to play more time.

There is no conflict between me and Stan, my state was really bad tonight. There wasn’t much reason, I just felt a little tired, that’s all.”

Tired, that's all!

This is obviously a word worthy of scrutiny in the ears of reporters.

"Orlando has two days of rest? Isn't it okay that we haven't rested for two days? Or is there any special reason?"

Lin Sen shook his head: "This is completely psychological. People can't be in a high-spirited state all the time. Maybe this has something to do with my good state some time ago. Just like track and field athletes, their state will have ups and downs. Maybe

I'm at this stage now, but I believe I can adjust."

Although Lin Sen explained it, no one believed it.

What's more important is that while Lin Sen was still being interviewed after the game, Natalie Portman, who was almost nine months pregnant, entered the Magic locker room accompanied by Chen Ming with her pregnant belly.

Natalie Portman, who has always been widely praised for her image and temperament when facing reporters, not only showed a bored look but didn't even say a word while standing next to Lin Sen. She didn't speak until Lin Sen left.

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Lin Sen was not in good condition on the court, and Natalie Portman was arrogant and seemed to be in a bad mood.

This undoubtedly made reporters begin to think that Lin Sen's poor condition was related to the women in the family, and it was not some kind of life conflict, which was probably caused by conflicts between the women in the family.

Carolina and Lindsay Lohan were also watching the game from the sidelines, but after the game, only Natalie Portman entered the Magic locker room. A reporter discovered that Carolina and Lindsay Lohan had arrived early.

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This fact undoubtedly makes those who think that Lin Sen's poor condition should be related to family discord.

However, no one answered this question before the next game. At this time, the league also announced that Lin Sen was once again elected as the Eastern Conference Player of the Month in December after being elected as the Eastern Conference Player of the Month in November.

In the opinion of the Orlando media, Linson's poor condition was temporary, and a day later, the Orlando Magic, who continued to play at home, welcomed the Bobcats, who defeated the Cavaliers in December.

The Bobcat, known as the Giant Killer, has brought huge trouble to the Magic on its territory.

Although Lin Sen's condition has improved a lot compared to the previous game, which has attracted much attention, it is far from meeting people's expectations.

Lin Sen even missed two key shots at the last moment. In the end, the Magic relied on the chaotic play of Billups and Artest to drag the game into overtime.

Although the Magic narrowly defeated the Bobcats by 1 point in the end, Lin Sen, who only made 1 field goal in overtime and only scored 22 points in a very average state throughout the game, still made many people wonder what happened and his status.

Suddenly depressed.

"Originally, I planned to ask you to accompany me to the Golden Globe Awards, but now the writers are on strike, and the red carpet has been canceled directly. And I also support their strike, so this event has been canceled directly." Nata, lying in Lin Sen's arms

Leigh Portman opened her mouth and bit the grape.

"Strike? It's just a good time for you to take a break. You've been flying around all these days."

Natalie Portman showed a reluctant expression: "But I want to walk the red carpet with you. If I remember correctly, we have never walked together, or even been in the public eye together...

I know I'm a little unreasonable, but no woman doesn't want to be like this. I want the whole world to see that I'm happy. Not the pitiful big-bellied woman they imagined."

Just as Lin Sen was about to speak, Natalie Portman stared at him: "Have I changed? Unlike the me you know, I should still be wise, calm and confident, right?

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"Well, if you didn't answer immediately, then I'll take it as your acquiescence. I always thought that I would continue to do this. There is still Natalie Portman who is incomparable to others. People will say her when they mention me.

I have a smart brain, a pretty face and outstanding temperament, but actually I am not that now.

I always feel like there is a fire burning in my heart, and the quality of my sleep is not good. I used to want to eat all the time, but now I have no appetite or even want to cry, but these are not the most important things." Natalie Portman

He hugged Lin Sen tightly with his arms, "I am even thinking now that you can always stay with me, and only with me. This is very unrealistic, I know it is even ridiculous, but I do think so, and

What’s even more terrifying is that this idea has been haunting me since I first came up with it, and I feel like I don’t even recognize myself anymore.”

Carolina also told him what Natalie Portman said. It happened very suddenly. Natalie Portman's temperament has changed a lot since the Christmas war. And it has become even more serious in recent days.

The changes were huge. When I came back from New York, I refused to sleep without Lin Sen's company for two consecutive days.

However, what makes Lin Sen happy is that another pregnant woman, Lindsay Lohan, does not have Portman's thoughts and is completely prepared to be an excellent mother.

"Nata, I know what you are thinking, and I will always be with you. Don't worry, we will witness the growth of our child together. If it is a daughter, she will be as beautiful as you, and there will definitely be countless boys pursuing her.

If it were a boy..."

"He will definitely hurt countless girls like you. I can't let him be like you. He must be a dedicated person. Being you and your woman is too painful. That's not good."

Lin Sen was speechless. He didn't even know what to say.

"Do you hate what I say? You must hate it. Oh my god, how did I become like this? I have become bad. I am no longer the Natalie Portman."

"Nata, you didn't. You are right. I am a bad guy and we cannot let our children be like me." Lin Sen tried his best to coax Natalie Portman to sleep, but it was already 2 o'clock in the morning.

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"Where is Wood?" - This was the front page headline of the Orlando Sentinel the next day.