svetikya Chapter 516 Jordan understands Lin Tian, but not enough; let me explain to the fans.
Chapter 516 Jordan understands Lin Tian, but not enough; let me explain to the fans.
The unexpected turn of events came during halftime, stemming from Jordan's misjudgment of Lin Tian's character.
He originally thought: the two brothers could joke around and banter with each other, that would be enough.
You, Mr. Lin, are you really going to beat me to death?
Lin, you're my best friend, Michael! I know you better than anyone!
But clearly, Jordan knew Lin Tian, but not enough.
He knew Lin Tian was a good person, a good buddy who would go to great lengths for his brothers.
But he forgot that Lin Tian was also the guy in this alliance who loved to see his buddies make fools of themselves, lose face, and be ridiculed.
Looking at all the embarrassing moments and embarrassing scenes in Jordan's career, if not 100%, at least 95% of them were related to Lin Tian.
At least 90% of them were orchestrated by that bastard Lin Tian!
To put it simply, Jordan actually thought Lin Tian had a bottom line!
Well... Lin Tian does have a bottom line, but the difference between having one and not having one is really not that great.
For example, on this particular night, when the team had won by about 40 points in the first half, and all the guys were already feeling bored during halftime and wanted to clock out early, Lin Tian stepped up and made a statement.
"A 40-point lead at halftime doesn't mean we've killed the Bobcats! Remember what we said before the game?"
Lin Tian's words made the Knicks players raise their heads. They were genuinely curious: if winning by 40 points in the first half doesn't count as killing someone, then how many points does it take to win?
Is he truly harboring resentment over having his wife stolen?
Judging from Lin Tian and Jordan's appearances, past behavior, and reputation, it must be Lin Tian who stole Jordan's wife!
What makes you, Jordan, worthy of stealing Lin's wife?
"I can sense that everyone is getting bored. It's easy to lose motivation and focus when facing an opponent who offers no resistance, and it's easy for everyone to feel that it's better to go home and sleep early."
"I know it's unfair and willful to expect everyone to give their all because of my personal grudges, so I've decided to offer everyone a completely new perspective!"
"As we all know, Brooklyn has never been a good place. It once had the highest crime rate in the country and was once the most dangerous area in the country."
"But today, its population exceeds 250 million, making it the fifth most populous area in the United States. It also has the largest number of foreign immigrants in the country. Within the Brooklyn neighborhoods alone, we can see areas inhabited by German, Italian, Dutch, Ukrainian, Russian, Arab, Irish, Puerto Rican, and other ethnic groups."
"There is a mysterious place in Brooklyn that does not belong to any ethnic group, yet it is quite close to every ethnic group. It is located in the center of Brooklyn, but many people have never even heard of it and do not know that it exists."
"This place has two names: Heaven and Hell! Everyone who has been here agrees that it truly lives up to these names and deserves both of these contradictory titles!"
"The reason this place holds such an exaggerated status is because you can get everything here! Europe, Asia, Africa, America! Black people, Asians, white people, and even other people of color such as red, brown, etc."
"You like Latin American style? No problem! Irish and British style? Also OK! Norse Vikings? Indiana style? Mysterious Arabian or frenzied Russian warriors? Maybe even wild and sexy Samba."
At this point, Lin Tian paused, confident that everyone knew what he was about to say and where the place he was referring to was.
"What I'm trying to say is that I know where this legendary place is, and I call it mini ALL Yellow! It's the closest place to my dream destination."
"If we can beat the Bobcats tonight, beat them to the level I'm looking for, then when we get back to New York, I'll take you guys there!"
"Dry them to death!"
"Kill the Charlottes!"
"To hell with Jordan! I'm Jordan's grandpa!"
"Tonight is the day I become a man!"
Show no mercy! Beat them to death!
"Dry them to death!"
Amidst bursts of frenzied howls, the Knicks players, their eyes gleaming with excitement, stormed out of the locker room like packs of wolves, crossed the player tunnel, and onto the court.
As the Knicks' beasts walked onto the court, Jordan sensed something was wrong!
That's quite wrong.
Every member of the Knicks team had fury in their eyes, their eyes gleaming red, and their every move exuded an aura that could intimidate anyone.
The air was thick with murderous intent!
Jordan felt that the last time he saw that look in someone's eyes was during the 1998 Eastern Conference Finals, when he was playing for the Bulls and Lin Tian's Pacers fought a grueling seven-game series. In the final moments of Game 7, the Pacers looked like they wanted to devour their opponents whole.
What exactly happened during their halftime break?
Damn it, the toilet in the away team's locker room exploded, spraying poop all over the group, which is why they're so angry.
Aside from that, Jordan really couldn't figure out what these people had gone through to be so angry.
There's an old Chinese saying: "There's a mouth under the nose; if you don't understand, just ask."
If Jordan were willing to ask, he would immediately know the reason.
Lin Tian would tell him: That's not anger, that's desire; that's not wanting to eat you, that's wanting to eat others; and what permeates them isn't murderous intent, but the human instinct for reproduction.
Lin Tian used the most primal method to ignite the Knicks' most primal desires.
One game and you, Jordan, were beaten until you vomited blood!
As soon as the third quarter began, sure enough, everything was different!
Anthony was involved in the full-court press, sticking to Rush from the backcourt, preventing him from moving around as freely as he did in the first half, can you believe it?
Stoudemire came out and blocked Okafor's layup right off the bat, can you believe it?
Steve Jackson received the ball from Stoudemire, then drove all the way to the frontcourt and went coast-to-coast to the basket for a layup!
Although it was just an ordinary layup and 2 points.
But Jordan saw something completely different about these three guys compared to the first half!
The defensive pressure and aggressiveness have increased significantly, and the decisiveness and efficiency on the offensive end have also improved considerably.
What the hell happened?
Jordan was really troubled and couldn't understand it! Why did they suddenly become so united in their hatred, wanting to tear the Bobcats players apart and swallow them whole?
Lin Tian: It's okay, we're all on the same side. You don't need to think about it. Just take the beating!
Whether you think about it or not, the guys on the Knicks have figured it out!
I wish I could think about it tonight!
If you, Jordan, can't figure it out, I, Lin, can take you along to find out.
But of course, it's up to you, Mr. Mai, to pay the bill.
In the third quarter, when the Knicks didn't let up and even increased their intensity by 3 points, the score remained close and showed no sign of stopping.
The point difference between the two sides began to rapidly approach an unbelievable number.
Jordan really wants to leave the court now.
Are they really going to beat us to death?
With 5 minutes and 23 seconds left in the third quarter, Lin Tian connected with Anthony once again. Lin Tian used Stoudemire's screen to drive straight into the paint, and then made a one-handed crossover pass to Anthony on the wing, assisting him to make a three-pointer!
After making the shot, Anthony excitedly raised three fingers, then repeatedly poked his temples, yelling happily in celebration of the basket!
Anyone who doesn't know or hasn't seen the score, just looking at Anthony's celebration, would definitely think that this was a very crucial and important score!
It could very well be one of those crucial goals that could kill the game!
But if you see the score of the match, you will be quite surprised.
After that basket, didn't the Knicks lead by 56 points?
What's there to celebrate?
What's so exciting about that?
Anthony: Of course I'm excited! Although Lin didn't say exactly how many points it would take to beat the Bobcats, it's definitely the more the merrier!
Winning more is definitely the right thing to do!
In the next part of the game, the Bobcats finally managed to drive to the basket and score a layup, narrowing the gap to 54 points again. Then Gentry called another timeout.
His original idea was to let the key players rest, he felt that was about enough.
If the Bobcats get angry and hurt any of us if we keep fighting, it will really be a losing proposition!
At that point, no one cared whether Lin Tian was going to treat them to something like a mini All Yellow, which is why no one wanted to go down.
People will just think that Gentry is an incompetent coach who kept pushing his players even when they were leading by more than 50 points.
This could affect Gentry's career!
He even dreams of becoming the head coach someday.
Even though Lin Tian said that everyone who sees it gets a share, and that the assistant coach could also go and have fun, and Gentry was quite tempted, Gentry still decided to change coaches for the sake of his coaching career, which could start at any time!
A career is more important!
Gentry called a timeout, his intention being to go straight up and down the table.
But before he could say he was really worried, Lin Tian said, "Let them go and rest. I want to play a little longer!"
Lin Tian glanced at the statistics and said, "Tonight I suddenly feel like I want to pad my stats a bit, to make those fans who always complain that I don't put in the effort to pad my stats and that I always give up on making history at crucial moments really happy!"
"Let's pamper our fans today too."
The team leader has spoken, what can Gentry do?
He could only nod in agreement, saying, "Boss Lin, please be careful. My entire career is on your shoulders!"
Then, Gentry glanced at the statistics and sent four players to partner with Lin Tian.
Barnes, Ward, Muhammad, and Swettney.
This lineup demonstrates Gentry's excellent judgment, subtly flattering Lin Tian without making a sound.
Because these four players have one thing in common: none of them have scored in double digits tonight!
At this point in the game, all five of the Knicks' starters, along with their two reserves, Smith and Wallace, have scored in double figures, bringing their total to seven players in double digits tonight.
Let's play a little longer, and get a few more players scoring in double digits! If possible, let's reach double digits!
Since Lin Tian is going to put on a spectacular and historic performance, we have to lend a hand.
Gentry believed that Lin Tian could sense his thoughts and his support for him.
"Well done, Erwin." When the timeout ended, Lin Tian patted Gentry on the shoulder and then walked straight onto the court.
Check it out!
Gentry felt a surge of joy in his heart.
Check it out!
I can tell!
I knew I could tell.
The person in charge of our team truly lives up to his reputation!
I, Erwin Gentry, will become a head coach and reach the pinnacle of my life sooner or later.
"This game is basically over." Barkley couldn't help but say as the timeout was about to end, "A difference of more than 50 points, with only one and a half quarters left, Gentry's timeout is obviously to take all their starters off the court."
"Lin won't be playing again tonight, and the other key players are also likely to be sidelined as well. The game is already in garbage time. What a pity, such a shame!"
"So far, Lin has only scored 33 points and 25 assists. There are still nearly 20 minutes left in the game. If Lin continues to play, he has plenty of opportunities to make his stats even more outrageous tonight. But unfortunately, given Lin's usual behavior and habits, he will not be playing again."
"Another disappointing night, almost a career-defining one. Okay, look, both teams' players are on the court now. The Bobcats have brought in five substitutes, they've surrendered, the game is over."
"For the Knicks, Charlie is back in too. As expected, Lin won't be playing anymore. They've brought in Charlie Ward."
"Charles, can't you open your fat eyes and take a good look!" Kenny couldn't help but yell, "Look closely at who's next to Charlie Ward. Is that your dear father?"
"That really is my father!" Barkley, upon hearing Kenny's words, not only did not refute them, but excitedly said, "My dear father has stepped onto the court again! He must know that everyone is disappointed with his past behavior of always going to the bench early to rest."
"So tonight, he decided to give back to his fans!"
"If it weren't for wanting to put up some unprecedented statistics, there would be no need for Lin to continue playing tonight. He's clearly aiming for an unprecedented, historic performance! To achieve statistics that no one has ever achieved before!"
"I hope all the fans who turned off their TVs will turn them back on and watch Lin's next performance!"
"Charles, if everyone has turned off the TV, how are they supposed to hear what you're saying?" Kenny retorted again. "If everyone could hear you, then they hadn't turned off the TV at all."
You've spouted a bunch of nonsense.
"Lin has assisted again! He's provided another assist! Lin makes a one-handed pass to Barnes cutting inside, and the Knicks score another 2 points! Their lead is back to 56 points!"
"33 points and 26 assists! Lin is getting closer and closer to 30 assists!"
Barkley excitedly raised his arms and shouted, as if he himself was about to break the record.
"35 points! 35 points and 26 assists! Lin makes another shot!"
"Here we go again! Ward hits a three-pointer, and it's Lin's assist again! 27 assists! 27! A career high for Lin! This is the first time in his career he's recorded 27 assists! A career high! He really did set a new historical record tonight!"
"The question now is, will he continue? Will he continue to break records or achieve some unparalleled statistics?"
"Another steal followed by an offensive possession! Lin intercepted the Bobcats' pass and immediately passed it to Ward, who was making a fast break down the court. Ward then completed a layup!"
"Last possession of the third quarter! Lin is running down the clock, there are 10 seconds left in the third quarter!"
"With 6 seconds left, Lin moved! Lin finally moved! A series of crossover dribbles, a step back, another acceleration, another stop! A sudden stop and fake at the three-point line! Beautiful, Knight was completely faked out by Lin! A three-pointer... and it went in!"
"Another buzzer-beater! Lin's 38th point! He also has 27 assists! The Knicks' lead has reached 60 points!"
"Unfortunately, the third quarter is already over, and Lin might not play in the fourth quarter. He was really just one step away from 30 assists, or even 40 points and 30 assists!"
After the third quarter ended, Barkley asked with some regret, "Kenny, do you think Lin will continue?"
"I think so," Kenny said. "Lin has already chosen to play longer, longer than usual, so I think he'll definitely play even longer!"
"I also hope he plays longer! I believe his fans also hope he plays longer! Now, it's up to Lin!"
On the court, Gentry looked at Lin Tian without saying a word. He was well aware of his status and knew what he should and shouldn't say.
Whether or not to fight is up to Lin Tian; he's just someone who follows orders.
"Since we've already played the entire third quarter," Lin Tian said casually, "this game is already being labeled as 'stat-padding' by everyone, so we might as well pad our stats to the very end!"
"I don't want people to say things like I can't even get 30 assists, or that no matter how many assists I get, it's just so-so and not worth mentioning."
"Let's go all out and achieve something that's the best in history!"
"Got it!" Gentry nodded, looking at his players. "The same lineup as at the end of the third quarter, guys, keep going!"
"Our goal is to help Lin break the record! Don't overthink his passes, just take them and shoot! Whoever makes the shot that leads to Lin's 30th or 31st assist will go down in history! They'll be remembered for the next ten or twenty years!"
"You all understand the significance of this, right? Go! Get on the court! Play! Go make history!" (End of Chapter)