With 0.4 seconds left on the clock, Li Feng made his move, and the buzzer sounded almost simultaneously.
The ball went in, and the Wildcats secured the championship. If it missed, the game would go into overtime!
Everyone stared at the ball, their hearts pounding in their chests.
The basketball bounced on the rim three times before slowly dropping into the net…
The moment the ball went in, the entire stadium erupted in thunderous roars!
Li Feng had delivered a game-winning shot!
Li Feng's final floating shot snatched the championship trophy!
If it had gone into overtime, the Wildcats would have been in a precarious position, as Curry had already fouled out.
After sinking the basket, Li Feng clenched his fists, roared at the sky, and tears involuntarily streamed down his face.
Curry was the first to rush over, hugging Li Feng tightly and exclaiming, "Thank you, Li Feng! Thank you!"
The other teammates also ran over, surrounding the two in a huddle, jumping and shouting together.
Mike Krzyzewski, exhilarated, ran several laps around the sideline before hugging the coaching staff. This was the first championship of his coaching career!
Finally, when Li Feng broke free from his teammates, the coach went up to him for a big hug.
"Thank you, Li Feng, you saved the Wildcats, you saved me!" Mike was so excited he could barely articulate his words.
Li Feng quickly patted the old man's back, comforting him, "Don't say that. Victory belongs to everyone. Everyone contributed! You deserve the most credit! Thank you!"
The North Carolina players were devastated. Some were crouching on the ground, repeatedly pounding the floor, while others held their heads in their hands, weeping uncontrollably.
Ty Lawson and Danny Green were the most distraught. For them, this year's championship was a sure thing.
But in the end, it was Li Feng's floating shot that sealed their fate!
Despite their disappointment, they still walked over to congratulate Li Feng and Curry.
"Li Feng, Curry, you're going to be NBA stars in the future. Your playing style is incredible!"
"Yes, I used to think the 'Splash Brothers' was just a nickname, but now I understand. Your offense is unstoppable; you're just too strong!"
Ty Lawson and Danny Green had played with fierce determination, but after the game, they showed great sportsmanship in praising the Splash Brothers.
Li Feng also expressed his respect for the two opponents.
"We'll battle it out in the NBA. You'll be my best rivals!" Li Feng and the two made a sincere promise.
As it turned out, Ty Lawson and Danny Green did go on to play well in the NBA.
However, Ty Lawson later faded from the NBA due to his indulgence in alcohol and other undisciplined behavior.
Li Feng played 34 minutes today, scoring 35 points. Not only did he block Ty Lawson's sure-fire shot in the final moments, but he also hit a floating shot to defeat North Carolina.
This script was truly one of the most dazzling moments in NCAA history, a legendary tale!
After the game, the stadium transformed into a joyous ocean for the Wildcats' fans.
As Li Feng, his teammates, and the coach celebrated, a figure slowly walked onto the court.
The Wildcats players hadn't noticed him yet, but the reporters were immediately excited.
"Jordan! Jordan is here!"
"What is he going to do? Is he going to congratulate the Wildcats players?"
"Probably not... He's the God of Basketball. He wouldn't approach these kids first, would he?"
…
As the reporters buzzed with speculation and aimed their cameras at Jordan, Jordan unexpectedly walked directly towards Li Feng!
Some players noticed Jordan and froze, quickly nudging Li Feng, "Turn around, see who's here!"
Li Feng turned his head and felt a surge of surprise. He saw Jordan approaching him with a kind and appreciative smile, extending his hand.
The once overwhelmingly dominant "God of Basketball" had become more approachable with age, his dominance transforming into a different kind of aura.
"Li Feng, Curry, congratulations. You defeated a formidable North Carolina. That was a tenacious game!"
Jordan hugged Li Feng and Curry individually, patting their backs and offering encouragement.
"Thank you, Jordan, you're our idol!"
"Heh, I'm getting old. The future of the NBA rests with you. Remember, never give up!"
Jordan's words were few, but their meaning was profound.
"Never give up!"
The NBA is the highest stage for basketball worldwide, where the 300 most talented and skilled players gather.
To survive here requires relentless effort and an indomitable will!
Think about Jordan. In his early years with the perennial loser Chicago Bulls, his teammates were far from supportive.
Even though Jordan often scored more than half of the team's points, the Bulls were still blocked by the Celtics and the Rockets, unable to advance beyond the Eastern Conference.
But Jordan didn't give up. He persevered with the Bulls, improving his strength, speed, and honing his skills. Finally, after three consecutive losses to the "Bad Boy Pistons," he underwent a spectacular rebirth, emerging triumphant!
After overcoming the hurdle of the Rockets, the Bulls dynasty became invincible, and Jordan embarked on the path to dominating the NBA!
Jordan saw in Li Feng and Curry the same trend-defying style he had in his early days, so the God of Basketball foresaw that they would face immense resistance.
It was like the NBA of the 1980s, still dominated by the "Four Horsemen" of centers, where the inside game reigned supreme.
No one expected a guard to achieve great success. At best, they might attract fans with their playing style and earn some ticket revenue.
Even the legendary point guard Magic Johnson was over 2 meters tall, a unique point guard who was essentially a point forward.
Moreover, even as a guard, Jordan's style was primarily based on driving to the basket and mid-range jumpers, still adhering to old-school basketball.
Li Feng and Curry, on the other hand, completely overturned traditional basketball play, and the resistance they faced was predictable.
"Thank you for your guidance. We will work even harder and never give up!" Li Feng and Curry didn't fully grasp the meaning of Jordan's words at the moment, but they firmly etched them into their hearts.
…
Due to his outstanding performance in this game, Li Feng was named the MVP and accepted media interviews.
The interviewer was Hannah, the campus belle of North Carolina University. She stood 1.75 meters tall with chestnut hair, reportedly of Italian and British descent.
Her appearance was said to be between Sophie Marceau and Taylor Swift, and she had many admirers, but she only liked basketball stars.
Hannah held her microphone, swayed her slender waist, and walked up to Li Feng.
"Hi, Li Feng, hello. My name is Hannah."
Facing such a beautiful woman, Li Feng's heart fluttered slightly. He nodded and said, "Hello, Hannah."
Hannah smiled charmingly, her eyes filled with admiration.
"Congratulations on winning the championship. Your performance today was amazing!" Hannah congratulated Li Feng.
"Thank you. Our whole team performed wonderfully. Of course, North Carolina is a very strong team and a worthy opponent."