novelODS Chapter 39: 20+ points in the first half of the final match, continuing to showcase his incredible t
Chapter 39: 20+ points in the first half of the final match, continuing to showcase his incredible t
Fortunately, the University of Kansas showed great resilience, and their outside shooting was also very strong. Chalmers and Rush hit some incredible shots, which helped them keep the score close.
With six minutes left in the first half, Zeng Zhen committed his third personal foul, and Ben Holland chose to substitute Zeng Zhen for rest.
"Great job, Zeng!" Ben Holland gave Zeng a high five.
"Well done!"
"Fight like this."
Zeng Zhen's teammates gradually surrounded him.
Zeng Zhen is now the team's mainstay. During his time on the court, he has already scored 16 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals.
His performance won over everyone watching him play from the sidelines.
Many people in China are also following Zeng Zhen through online live streaming.
Zeng Zhen's performance inspired them.
Zeng Zhen's dribbling and shooting fundamentals made them feel that this was the ceiling for Asians.
Zeng Zhen has a great shooting touch; he capitalized on every opportunity to have the ball in his hands.
[16 points and 4 assists, he's a highly efficient UCLA superstar.]
Zeng Zhen is an NBA-caliber player; I think you wouldn't lose out by drafting him in the lottery.
Zeng Zhen has an excellent overall game awareness; he can capitalize on any good scoring opportunity his teammates have.
Judging from his appearance, Zeng Zhen is indeed handsome, no wonder so many female fans like him.
After Zeng Zhen left the game, Kansas' offense continued as usual, while UCLA's performance dipped slightly.
With 50 seconds left in the first half, the score was 47-44, with the University of Kansas trailing by only 3 points.
Compared to other years' Finals, this year's series was a big one, with both sides' offenses being very efficient. Both sides made all the open shots they were supposed to make, and the quality of both tactical coordination and the individual abilities of the star players was very high.
During the timeout, Holland again signaled for Zeng Zhen to come on and play for this period.
"Zeng, once you're up there, control your fouls and make the most of the remaining time," Ben Holland instructed.
"Okay." Zeng Zhen nodded.
The team at the University of Kansas had a higher level of teamwork than Zeng Zhen had imagined.
In Zeng Zhen's memory, this was the team that defeated other university teams to win the championship in his previous life.
Although UCLA's strength has improved since they acquired their own team, they still cannot easily defeat them.
Seeing that Zeng Zhen was about to enter the game again, Coach Self pulled Rush aside and instructed him: "Go around to defend him with a half-circle, try to limit his ability to receive the ball, and also, watch out for his passing."
"Okay!" Rush nodded.
Zeng Zhen walked onto the court and said to his teammates, "Kevin, set a screen for me."
"Darren, open up the space."
"Russell, cut inside from the baseline."
Zeng Zhen was clearly a leader on the court; other UCLA players knew how to play just by seeing him.
When Zeng Zhen is on the field, just find a way to get the ball to him.
The game restarted, and Westbrook brought the ball across half-court.
Rush tried to stop Zeng Zhen from receiving the ball, but Zeng Zhen faked an inside cut and quickly ran back towards Westbrook.
Zeng Zhen received the ball two meters outside the three-point line at the top of the arc.
Rush looked around, trying to see if anyone could provide cover.
Based on instinct, Rush judged that Zeng Zhen would call for cover.
However, Zeng Zhen saw Rush's defensive intentions.
It seems that my shooting range hasn't yet made my opponents develop the habit of marking me closely in the second half.
Most of the opponents after entering March Madness were not familiar with Zeng Zhen. They were familiar with the videos and scouting reports. Many times, the player was playing according to his instincts and habits.
Zeng Zhen didn't hesitate at all, and took a long-range three-pointer from the spot.
By the time Rush realized what was happening, it was too late for him to pounce.
The Kansas players were all somewhat stunned by what they saw.
Why does this guy's every move not seem like a tactical arrangement?
Everyone in Kansas knew he was going to shoot a three-pointer, just as they knew Ray Allen would take a three-pointer.
It's unstoppable!!
.....
The basketball traced an extremely long arc.
"Whoosh!!"
Precisely through the heart.
50:44.
"Bang!" Westbrook came over and gave Zeng Zhen a high five in celebration: "Well done, man."
"Defense!!"
After making a long-range shot, Zeng Zhen quickly moved on to the next defensive play.
Kansas attacked, and Chalmers slowed down the shot clock before passing to Rush.
Rush tried to get rid of Zeng Zhen's defense by changing direction with the ball, but Zeng Zhen's defense was like glue, sticking to Rush all the time. Rush could only pass the ball back to Chalmers.
Chalmers and Hauser set a pick-and-roll, and after the pick-and-roll, Chalmers took a free throw from the free-throw line.
"Bang!"
"Whoosh!"
50:46.
8 seconds.
Zeng Zhen once again demonstrated his incredible dribbling skills to Kansas.
Facing the double-team defense of Rush and Chalmers, Zeng Zhen dribbled with a low crossover all the way to the 45-degree three-point line in the frontcourt.
Just as Chalmers was about to steal the ball, Zeng Zhen suddenly shoved it between Chalmers' legs, and then Zeng Zhen's body disappeared from Chalmers' sight!
In just one encounter, Zeng Zhen executed a nutmeg pass to Moss.
Rush couldn't keep up either; he could only watch helplessly as Zeng Zhen completed his quick stop and mid-range shot.
"Whoosh!!"
"Buzz!!"
"Whoosh!!"
52 is better than 46
The whistle blew and the ball went in; Zeng Zhen's buzzer-beating shot pierced the net with a very pleasant sound.
Big heart!
What a strong heart!
This is Danny Ferry's assessment of Zeng Zhen.
Even after such extreme dribbling, the shooting touch remains consistent.
LeBron needs him!!
Ben Holland, watching from the sidelines, nodded in satisfaction at Zeng Zhen's performance.
If he could, he wouldn't even want to let Zeng Zhen participate in the talent show.
Zeng Zhen scored 21 points in the first half, helping UCLA build a 6-point lead.
Similar to the previous game, he hit two crucial three-pointers right from the start.
This Chinese freshman is amazing!
I admire his clutch ability; he's a natural at making game-winning shots.
This scoring ability makes Kansas' defense desperate.
Go Kansas! Beat UCLA!
.....
After a short break, the second half of the game began quickly.
The University of Kansas's offensive.
Chalmers dribbled the ball across half the field and then passed it to Rush beside him.
Kansas did not launch a quick attack, and Rush steadily controlled the ball; all he needed to do was play cautiously and steadily.
Seeing Zeng Zhen's attempt to steal the ball, Rush changed direction and passed it to Hauser in the paint, then continued his movement.
In the Kansas University's offensive tactics, Rush primarily served as a catch-and-shoot and cutter player!
Hauser pushed Love aside, made a quick turn to shake off the defender, and scored a layup.
52:48.
"Hauser is really athletic; he scored a lot of points in the paint tonight."
"Kansas' interior defense relies on him; Kevin Love's defense is too soft."
"Hey, Zeng Zhen rushed over quickly."
At that moment on the field, the fans saw Zeng Zhen rush over at lightning speed after receiving the ball.
"Whoosh!"
Zeng Zhen charged into Kansas's backcourt like a bolt of lightning.
"Zeng Zhen has sped up!"
"Rush!!"
"What is he going to do?"