However, Kobe clearly overestimated his rapport with Odom.
At this moment, what Kobe wanted to convey to Odom with a glance was to have Odom be wary of Qin Yue.
But from Odom's perspective, he thought Kobe meant for him to take a swing in the upcoming possession too.
So, relying on the permission he assumed from Kobe, just after crossing half-court, Odom confidently demanded the ball from Fisher.
Moreover, he held up four fingers in a demonstrative manner, clearly implying:
Clear out! I'm going for a solo play!
Seeing this, even Kobe himself was at a loss, wondering where Odom got such confidence from.
Because...
The opponent Odom was about to face one-on-one, was Qin Yue.
A top contender for NBA's Defensive Player of the Year this season.
However, to Kobe's surprise... disregarding everything, Odom really dribbled through Qin Yue's defense and charged solo to the Warriors' basket completing an unbelievable slick layup.
