Link dropped 61 points at Staples Center, undoubtedly becoming the most talked-about event since the start of the new season.
Staples Center, James, Link, 61 points...
When those elements came together, it was impossible not to become a sensation.
After the game, most fans marveled at Link's dominance.
"I can understand why Link wants to retire now. What fun could he possibly have left in a league like this?"
"Dropping 61 on LeBron's head... If Link doesn't retire, nobody else gets to play."
"Old James really has gotten old. So the question is, why doesn't Link ever age?"
"Anthony Davis scored 40 points and grabbed 20 rebounds, and they still lost? That's unbelievable!"
For a time, all talk of the Grizzlies being "fake contenders" completely vanished.
As long as you could win on the heavily watched stage of Staples Center, you would earn recognition from the entire world.
Besides the fans, many stars also voiced their opinions on Link's 61 points.
"Don't compare me to him. His scoring ability was more explosive than mine was that night."
Gilbert Arenas showed a rare moment of humility during a livestream. Though both had scored 60 points at Staples Center, Arenas had voluntarily lowered himself.
"Link is a scoring machine. If he had appeared in the late '90s or early 2000s, I think it would have been difficult for the Lakers to build a dynasty." O'Neal spread his hands during a show, giving Link the highest praise possible.
"Scoring 61 on James?" Jordan smiled faintly at the camera. "That really is difficult."
The matter had become a hot topic in the basketball world. From ordinary fans to NBA stars, everyone was discussing Link's 61 points.
One had to remember that the season had only just begun. Who knew what kind of performances Link