0056: [First Round Even Lotto]

At the beginning of the second half, Kansas organized a strong counterattack, Brandon Rush and Mario Chammos attacked with two guns, and scored one after another through super individual ability.

However, the score difference is still there.

No matter how ferocious they are, Bruce Lee can still control the tempo and help the team move forward in his gentle way.

Because Lennykull's departure made Kansas' interior defense shrink strongly, Li Zhen infiltrated the interior line almost every time he attacked, and with Scott's talented male assistance from the side, Kansas' penalty area was miserable.

While Stanford has made great achievements on the inside, it has also quickly unleashed its firepower on the outside: Kansas has lost the other.

Compared with the first half, in the second half of the game, although Li Zhen did not show eye-catching shots. However, whether it is Michael Jordan, Isaiah Thomas, or Buford and Presti sitting in the stands, their appreciation of Lee Zhen has skyrocketed.

Because, the most important trait for a point guard is to see if he can control a team's overall offense. The point guard's primary responsibility is not to attack the city, but to strategize.

"This kid has a lot more organizational flair than Tony Parker!"

Presti hit the nail on the head: "He doesn't hurry in positional battles like Jason Kidd, and he has the demeanor of a veteran point guard." But when the pace picks up, especially with the guy named Scott, his decisive passing is very similar to Steve Nash's. ”

After Presti finished speaking, he did not forget to add: "Greg will definitely like him." ”

Oh, yes!

Buford sighed slightly, and then said: "If he was more physical, I would not hesitate to use the first-round picks on him, or even the lottery." But now ......"

Buford hesitated.

It's not that Bruce Lee didn't perform as well as he expected, but it exceeded his expectations. So he doesn't know what to do: because with tonight's performance, there are definitely other teams that will raise the psychological price to the first round.

However, if you use the first round to pick a guard with such poor physical fitness. It's a bit of a big bet.

San Antonio is a carefully run club that rarely does bold and aggressive drafts.

So, RC Buford turned around and he asked Presti, "If you were general manager, what draft pick would you use to select him?" ”

"Then it depends on whether the team is rebuilt."

Presti affirmed: "If it's a rebuilding team, I can give him a first-round pick, even close to the lottery." In case of... Hit it out? Right now, the league is sorely short of point guards, and... The future trend of the NBA will definitely be more and more in the direction of point guard. ”

Presti's words gave Buford some answers.

Although the Spurs are not a rebuilding team, they can afford to bet on a first-rounder.

What Buford didn't know, however, was that Isaiah Thomas, who was sitting in the front row, was already thinking about whether to trade a first-round pick in the 16th or so lottery to bet on Bruce.

Because this year is a small year for the draft, the trade value of draft picks is low.

With three minutes left in the game, the University of Kansas made a substitution. The 19-point difference is no longer something that human resources can recover.

Coach Biersef can only accept the fact that the season is completely over.

As Kansas voluntarily surrendered, Coach Jemilin gradually replaced all the main forces. When Li Zhen walked to the court, the entire San Diego arena was cheering, and all the fans were chanting his name.

'Bruce-Lee' in unison is a great indication of who is the biggest winner of the race.

In fact, the vast majority of people are also coming for Bruce Lee.

As the protagonist of this game, Bruce Lee once again continued the miracle on the stage of this national live broadcast. The statistics of 18 points, 17 assists, 4 rebounds and 2 steals in the game let everyone see his energy.

"Twenty days back in time, if someone told the Stanford fans that you were going to make it to the round of 16 this season, they would call it ridiculous and think you were making a mockery of them. Now, however, Bruce Lee has done it, he's done the impossible, and the miracle continues. ”

Kenny Smith looked very excited.

At the same time, TNT's camera was just right on McHaney, who was sitting on the bench.

The manager, who once chose to pick on his team's toughest moments, is now quickly becoming a laughing stock for everyone, especially after the news of his suspension spread on television tonight.

No one likes this kind of person who flies away when he is in trouble, and comes back to take credit when he is brilliant.

The so-called sunset, you are not there, who are you if you are the comeback? That's what we're talking about.

The camera quickly cuts back to Coach Jamilin.

Coach Jamilin was hugging Bruce Lee hard, and this scene brought tears to the eyes of countless Chinese viewers in front of the TV.

Together, these two Chinese Americans created the greatest comeback miracle in NCAA history. They made it all the way from qualifying in the Pacific region and are now in the Sweet 16.

It's an unprecedented journey, and it's been accomplished by Chinese Americans who are completely disadvantaged in the NCAA. Its significance is too important for the Chinese community and even the Asian community.

Believe, after this game. The names of Bruce Lee and Jamie Lin will continue to be mentioned in major Chinese communities across the United States and treated as superstars.

"Now the question has become how long the Bruce Lee miracle can last. In the next game, their opponent is UCLA, which is also a Californian team... Jordan Farmar had struck Kentucky earlier. ”

Charles Barkley suddenly mentioned the matter: "This game is sure to blow up the attention of the whole of California. Bruce Lee is the most famous point guard of late, while Jordan Farmar has already made a name for himself in the NCAA. Honestly, I can't wait to see the next game. ”

His words made Kenny Smith subconsciously a little worried.

Jordan Farmar, who is already a junior, must be above Mario Money, a freshman, and with the blessing of UCLA, the No. 4 seed team this season, I'm afraid... This is the end of Stanford's miracle journey.

You know, UCLA's status in California basketball is even higher than that of the Los Angeles Lakers, and putting forward their name represents the glorious history of California basketball.

The battle for the elite quarterfinals was held in Los Angeles. There, the arrogant Angelenos aren't going to cheer on a team from Northern California as much as the San Diego fans.

Southern California fans have always looked down on Northern California basketball teams.

After all, both in the NBA, and in the NCAA. The Lakers, Clippers, UCLA, and USC in Southern California are all stronger than the Golden State Warriors and Stanford in Northern California.

And at this time... Backbite!

The whistle blew, and the final whistle finally came to an end in this game that had long been decided.

Li Zhen was just about to get up and leave, but Michael Jordan actually took the initiative to come.

This made the reporters on the sidelines quickly gather over.

On the contrary... The handshake between the two managers was overlooked.

When Coach Jemilin and Coach Bill Cerf held hands together, there was no reporter around to take pictures, which made them look particularly lonely.

"Congratulations on leading the team to the Sweet Sixteen, and you have to work harder in the Elite Quarterfinals!" The famous coach Mr. Bill Celf is very personable.

He patted Jemilin on the shoulder: "This is my business card." If you're not happy at Stanford, welcome to Kansas, where we have a position as a leading assistant coach. ”

His eyes couldn't hide his admiration for Coach Jamilin.

This surprised Jemilin quite a bit, and he quickly took the business card.

He was even ready to lose his job before falling out with Coach McHaney.

But I didn't expect to get an olive branch from a competitor.

It's fantastic.

At the very least, I have a way out. also has the guarantee of continuing to stay in the basketball world.

Moreover, this is Kansas, the birthplace of basketball, and the super famous school with the highest basketball background. There are countless coaches and players who have walked out from here, and it can be called the Huangpu Military Academy in American basketball.

Jamie Lin was overjoyed.

Sure enough, people should take the initiative to defend their own things. If you still abide by the Chinese virtues of gentleness, courtesy and frugality when others infringe on your own interests, then... It's impossible to make a name for yourself in American basketball. Li Zhen is right!

And if Li Zhen knew about this, he would also be very happy.

Because, Jamilin's fate is finally not what he saw in that real nightmare. He didn't take the blame, he wasn't fired, and he didn't have to leave the basketball world to work as an insurance salesman.

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