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The crucial moments of the final round.

In the tense and intense atmosphere, everyone in the Staples Center stood up.

Some Lakers fans were holding their heads in surprise, while others were roaring and cheering.

No one expected that on such a nationally televised night, the Los Angeles Clippers would actually hold off the seemingly invincible Lakers at Staples Center.

The sideline cameras switched back and forth between Zhou Yi and Kobe, the two main characters battling it out in the arena tonight.

Kobe stood on the sidelines, hands on his hips, panting heavily, his chest heaving violently.

During the elbowing battle between Kobe and Zhou Yi on the court, Kobe was hit hard in the kidneys several times by Zhou Yi.

If they had to play a few more games against the Clippers, Kobe felt that his son's dream would be shattered.

On the other side, Zhou Yi, a member of the Clippers, sat on the bench, large beads of sweat dripping from his forehead onto the floor, forming a puddle.

He had given his all in this game; several scratches on his exposed arms were oozing blood, and there was even a red and swollen spot on his cheek—marks left from his physical battle with Kobe.

Tonight at Staples Center, both teams displayed their inner firepower, delivering a playoff-level offensive and defensive battle.

Nobody wants to be the biggest loser in Los Angeles.

"Byron, you use Kaman's screen to get into position, and Goran registers and passes the ball steadily."

The Clippers players surrounded Mike Malone, who was giving instructions on the game plan. Malone tapped on the whiteboard and looked at Zhou Yi as he spoke.

"Zhou, I need you to be the surprise weapon. If Byron doesn't have a three-point chance, then you..."

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Meanwhile, the Lakers were also nervously setting up their defensive tactics.

"Kobe, keep a close eye on that rookie."

The Zen master, with a serious expression, looked at Kobe and the Black Mamba nodded emphatically.

After a tense tactical arrangement, the players from both sides stepped back onto the field to fight.

The images of Zhou Yi and Kobe Bryant appeared in separate segments on the large screen suspended above the Staples Center.

"In this game, Zhou Yi scored 27 points and Kobe scored 38 points. Both of them were playing with a vengeance."

In the CCTV studio, commentator Wei Ping quickly recited the on-field statistics of the two players.

"In crucial moments, let's see how the Clippers arrange their tactics."

On the court, the Clippers inbound the ball from the baseline.

"Defense! Defense!"

The Lakers fans, all standing, chanted deafening slogans in unison.

Despite Artest's relentless interference, the round-faced Deng managed to dribble the ball up the court at the edge of the eight-second violation threshold and stood at the top of the arc.

"Twelve seconds!"

Artest stood in front of Roundface Deng, waving his hands repeatedly, trying to block Roundface Deng's passing lanes.

At a 45-degree angle, Kaman's solid frame was firmly planted on the three-point line.

McMalone's strategy was simple: Kaman would set up a three-point opportunity for Baron Davis.

If there is no opportunity, Gordon will pass the ball to Zhou Yi, who is lurking on the other side.

Tactics in crucial moments should not be too complicated, as players on the field are prone to mental lapses in a tense atmosphere.

Why should the ball be handed over to star players in crucial moments?

Because at this point, the calmest mindset, the most consistent killer moves on the court, and the most outstanding talent are the ultimate trump cards.

"Ten seconds!"

On the three-point line, Baron Davis got rid of Fisher, who was entangled with him, thanks to Kaman's screen.

But just as he was about to reach for the ball from Gordon, Fisher squeezed through Kaman's screen and blocked the passing lane.

For a moment, the two sides were locked in a stalemate outside the three-point line.

On the sidelines, McMalone watched the scene unfold anxiously, while Ballmer and Daddario held their breath, hoping for a miracle.

Zhou Yi, who was lying in ambush on the other side, quickly moved when he saw the stalemate on the three-point line.

Kobe stuck close to his body, one hand hindering his catch, the other hand secretly tugging at Zhou Yi's jersey.

In the blink of an eye, Zhou Yi squeezed out of position, overpowering Kobe.

Gordon seized the fleeting opportunity, and the basketball was passed to Zhou Yi.

"Eight seconds!"

The Lakers fans were making a lot of noise, and in the stands facing Zhou Yi, the emotional fans were waving their arms in an attempt to cause a disturbance.

Facing Kobe in a crucial moment, Zhou Yi stood at the three-point line and firmly protected the ball between his legs.

The seasoned Kobe maintained his agile footwork, standing with his arms outstretched in front of Zhou Yi.

"Six seconds!"

Zhou Yi made his move, choosing to push past Kobe towards the left flank.

Kobe quickly stepped forward and blocked Zhou Yi's path to break through, extending his arm to try and disrupt his dribble.

"Five seconds!"

Daddario had already nervously closed his eyes, unable to bear watching this crucial moment.

"Four seconds!"

With his breakthrough blocked, Zhou Yi quickly pulled the ball back and stepped back to the three-point line.

In that instant, Kobe realized Zhou Yi's intention: this kid wanted to end the Lakers' game with a three-pointer at Staples Center.

He didn't intend to score two points to force overtime, but unexpectedly chose to take a three-pointer, a shot he wasn't particularly good at.

Facing Kobe's onslaught, Zhou Yi, who had retreated, jumped high and shot the basketball.

"Two seconds!"

The basketball flew from Zhou Yi's hands, his long arms giving him an extremely high release point. The basketball flew past Kobe's palm and arced towards the basket.

boom--

Peter Pan did everything he was supposed to do; his block forced Zhou Yi to adjust his shooting angle.

The basketball, which had traveled an arc, slammed against the edge of the rim.

The Lakers fans seemed to be under a spell, and the decibel level in the arena dropped to freezing point in that instant.

All the players on the court stood frozen in place, staring intently at that damned basketball.

The basketball bounced on the rim, and for a moment, the hearts of everyone in the arena seemed to stop beating.

Once, twice, three times.

Lady Luck smiled on the Clippers in the final second. After bouncing three times, the basketball fell into the basket the instant the final red light came on, the flipped net resembling a wave.

The fans in the stands were stunned when they saw the basketball fall into the net.

They watched as the kid who killed the Lakers roared in victory at them.

"Goal! Goal!"

"Zhou Yi hits a game-winning three-pointer over Kobe Bryant in the final second! The Clippers win!"

Teacher Wei Ping's excited voice rang out in the CCTV studio, and countless fans who support the I Ching cheered in front of their screens.

Kobe, who had been standing still, resumed his movements. Looking at the still-moving net, Kobe felt that Lady Luck had played a cruel joke on him.

The bitterness of defeat welled up in Kobe's heart. Looking at the celebrating Zhou Yi, Kobe could only shake his head helplessly.

That kid has created another miracle on the court.

The Lakers fans in the arena experienced a rollercoaster ride from heaven to hell in the final possession.

Curses, exclamations, sobs—the fans stood frozen in place, unable to leave for a long time.

The Los Angeles second team they looked down on personally defeated their proud home team, the Lakers, inside the Staples Center.

The reason for all of this was Zhou Yi, that amazing young man on the court, who personally killed the arrogant Lakers.

"Congratulations to the Clippers, congratulations to Zhou Yi, the Clippers won a hard-fought game at Staples Center."

On the court, the excited Clippers players roared continuously.

The joy of victory allowed the Clippers to release the emotions they had suppressed throughout the game.

The cameras on the sidelines quickly surrounded Zhou Yi; at that moment, he was the ultimate winner at Staples Center.

In front of the camera, Kobe walked towards the I Ching.