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Here he comes!
Just as Kai Chen was deep in thought, LeBron James suddenly burst forward, attempting an early change of direction to break through Kai Chen's defense.
Kai Chen's expression sharpened, and he immediately reacted, chasing after LeBron James.
Hmm?
Feeling Kai Chen behind him, LeBron James secretly sighed. 'As expected of the third overall pick, his speed isn't to bad'
Normally, even if LeBron James couldn't get past his defender with his first step, he could still create distance in the following strides.
However, at this moment, he realized Kai Chen's speed seemed even faster than his own, sticking close and never leaving his side.
At the same time, the Clippers' defense quickly converged, closing in to trap LeBron James.
Facing multiple defenders, LeBron James passed the ball to Lonzo Ball on the left side of the three-point line.
Lonzo took the ball and drove again, heading toward the basket.
Kai Chen secretly breathed a sigh of relief, closely following LeBron James, going wherever he went.
At this moment, he only had LeBron James in his eyes; everything else was air!
Entangled by Kai Chen, LeBron James couldn't easily enter the paint, so he simply gave up on cutting inside.
After Lonzo drove into the paint, he passed to McGee, who tried to lay it up over Lopez's outstretched arm.
"Smack!"
Lopez was no pushover; he met McGee with a powerful block.
Carmelo secured the rebound, ending the Lakers' possession!
Beverley took the ball from Carmelo and pushed it up the court.
Now free, Kai Chen settled beyond the three-point line when Beverley's pass arrived, along with LeBron James, who was already eyeing him fiercely.
Compared to offense, LeBron James's defense brought a stronger sense of pressure. Just a simple lowering of his center of gravity while guarding in front made Kai Chen feel his imposing aura.
In fact, LeBron James's defense was not more difficult to deal with than the league's top defenders.
But it was sharp and precise—appearing wide open yet incredibly swift—adept at predicting, or rather forcing, you into a preconceived route, then using his physical gifts to challenge you, quickly making you flustered and forcing turnovers.
As Kai Chen dribbled, LeBron James quickly pressed toward Kai Chen's right side.
The right side is often the preferred driving route.
As Kai Chen pulled the ball back, LeBron James made his move. Having already targeted the ball, he slapped downward with his left hand.
"Smack!"
The speed was fast and fierce.
Although Kai Chen reacted to secure the ball, it was still knocked loose, startling him into immediately snatching it back and shielding it from his opponent.
"Fuck!?"
Kai Chen's quick reaction even surprised LeBron James.
After regaining the ball, Kai Chen chose to pass to Carmelo on the opposite side.
With the ball gone, Kai Chen breathed a slight sigh of relief.
He hadn't expected LeBron James, when serious about defense, to exert such immense pressure.
Watching Carmelo drive into the paint with the ball, get covered by McGee, and become unable to move, Kai Chen took a deep breath and immediately rushed in to help.
Reaching the baseline, Kai Chen received Carmelo's pass and, without waiting for LeBron James to get into position, immediately pulled up and shot.
LeBron James closed in from the side like a phantom, suddenly jumping up, attempting to block the ball.
Unfortunately, Kai Chen's shot was too quick. As LeBron James extended his palm, the ball had already flown out, soaring over Ingram's head and dropping into the basket.
"Swish!"
The basketball arced gracefully through the air, piercing the net cleanly.
67:60!
Lakers' offensive possession!
From the perimeter, LeBron used McGee's screen to shake off Kai Chen's defense and cut to the basket.
Kai reacted quickly from behind, chasing straight in.
LeBron, who had just received the ball from Lonzo, was slightly startled to find Kai Chen pressing him again, but he quickly ignored it, driving in a few quick steps and flying up for a layup.
Kai Chen was not to be outdone, leaping into the air and contesting with an outstretched arm, jumping higher than his opponent.
With the layup path completely blocked, LeBron James's eyes narrowed. He immediately switched the ball from his right hand to his left in mid-air, maneuvered around Kai Chen's arms, and scooped it into the basket.
"Swish!"
If one were to ask where LeBron James is stronger than Kai Chen—
It's his finishing ability at the rim!
LeBron James's scoring methods near the basket are unpredictable; he can put the ball in with countless variations.
What's even more terrifying is his aerial control. He likes to launch into the air, and with excellent hang time, adjust his motion based on the defender's movements.
What started as a left-handed layup became a right-handed scoop.
In any case, as long as LeBron James is near the basket, he has ways to score.
What Kai Chen currently lacks is precisely this kind of all-around finishing near the rim.
This is not something that can be changed simply by relying on the system.
However, Kai also has his own advantages.
His mid-range shots, long-range jump shot and his dunks.
Back on offense, just as Kai Chen got into position, Carmelo passed him the ball, then stood there smiling at him.
The meaning was clear: return the favor!
Kai Chen didn't stand on ceremony, catching and shooting immediately.
His release was so fast that LeBron James had just gotten into position when Kai Chen had already completed his shot.
The ball sailed over LeBron James's outstretched fingertips, flew toward the basket, and swished through the net!
"Swish!"
70:62!
The Los Angeles Clippers extended their lead to eight points.
After scoring, Kai Chen once again performed his pistol-tilt celebration.
"Crazy!"
"The pistol-tilt celebration! I saw this move during Kai Chen's college days—this might be one of the most arrogant celebrations in NBA history."
"What kind of luck did the Los Angeles Clippers have to land such a treasure?"
"Indeed, the reputation is well-deserved. This Kai Chen truly looks very good!"
Scoring five consecutive points—and doing so over LeBron James—greatly shocked the Lakers fans watching live and shook their confidence.
Since his college days, Kai Chen had been highly praised by Kenny Smith, who showered him with compliments without reservation.
Clippers fans were naturally proud, but since Kai Chen had never faced a true superstar before, many still questioned his real strength.
But the surprise he delivered was enormous!
Facing the universally recognized number one player in the league, Kai Chen, after a brief period of uncertainty, gradually unleashed his strength. After scoring five straight points, his confidence only grew stronger.
At this moment, Clippers fans were very excited.
They could confirm that Kai Chen was the one who would lead them to the pinnacle of the NBA!
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