"Link, don't push yourself."
As soon as the press conference ended, Link strode quickly toward the locker room. Joerger, following behind him, called out.
Logically, Link should have been happy to become the player with the most Player of the Month awards in a single season in NBA history.
But Joerger knew that Link's current performance proved just how angry he was.
"Hm? What are you talking about?" Link turned around and forced a smile at Joerger.
"You know exactly what I'm talking about, Link. We've been devastated by injuries this year. We've been damn unlucky! Do you know why only three teams in NBA history have managed to build a three-peat dynasty? Because you never know whether tomorrow or an accident will come first! We've already suffered too many accidents this season. We can't afford the risk of another one, Link. We... we can't lose you too!"
Joerger knew what Link wanted to do. He was fiercely competitive, and he would not let the Warriors have their way so easily.
So, over the final half month, he would definitely give everything he had to hold onto the top spot in the West.
But without a doubt, that would also greatly increase the risk of injury.
"This isn't forcing myself at all, Dave. I just think I still have enough left in me to do it. Don't worry. Once we hold onto first place in the West during the regular season, I'll still be going strong in the playoffs! Do you know why only three teams in NBA history have built dynasties? Because this season isn't over yet. After this season, there'll be four."
Link patted Joerger on the shoulder, then returned to the locker room.
Joerger sighed. Link was a stubborn man too. Once he made up his mind