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Chapter 138 Getting Destroyed by the First Round Pick
Indeed, a prospective NBA player beating a 70-year-old man wasn't much of an accomplishment.
But "The Godfather" had never been defeated. If he was the first to try the crab, he would definitely be remembered. This was actually a kind of indirect popularity.
Both sides were ready, whistles sounded from the sidelines, and the game was about to begin.
Jackson and his teammates had the ball first.
His opponent was Smith.
Jackson directly signaled his opponent to spread out, and after a series of crossovers, he suddenly accelerated past Smith, drove into the paint, and scored a layup.
1 to 0.
Jackson's first step was very fast. Smith's body, after more than ten years of retirement, couldn't keep up at all.
Jackson retained possession.
Kenny Smith took a big step back this time, focusing on defending Jackson's penetration.
Jackson didn't shoot. He quickly closed the gap, then crossed over again, speeding past Smith for another layup.
2 to 0!
There was a stir on the sidelines.
Since "The Godfather" and his nephew had won against Foster, this was the first time they had encountered this situation.
Sure enough, no matter how good amateur players were, there was still a huge gap between them and prospective NBA players!
At this time, many viewers took out their phones to record.
Jackson smiled when he saw this.
He could already foresee that he would definitely become popular on Instagram tomorrow.
Lottery pick rookies were signing shoe endorsement contracts one after another. After this surge in popularity, it should be his turn to sign as well.
"Nephew, let's switch."
Just then, Tang Tian took the initiative to suggest switching defenses with Smith.
The fans on the sidelines immediately whistled.
"The Godfather" was going to match up against Reggie Jackson!
Jackson smiled when he heard this. He couldn't wait for "The Godfather" to come up.
This one-on-one opportunity would allow him to show his strength, and also let those on the sidelines see that what he said was true.
This old man had absolutely no chance of playing in the NBA!
Tang Tian deliberately gave him a step of space.
He was clear about Reggie Jackson's technical characteristics. The two possessions just now were basically the same as he remembered.
His first step was very fast. This move alone was enough for Jackson to survive in the NBA.
But Jackson wasn't good at shooting. Smith had given him so much space earlier, but he didn't shoot.
Jackson ignored the space and chose to penetrate after closing in.
Tang Tian anticipated this and moved to block him.
Jackson was forced to stop.
In terms of speed alone, Jackson's first step wasn't slower than Kyrie Irving's.
But after Tang Tian lost weight and gained muscle, and after exchanging the Catch and Shoot skill, his speed had improved significantly. His body could now keep up with his predictions!
The audience cheered on the sidelines.
The reason why "The Godfather" was able to dominate the streetball court so quickly and remain undefeated with his nephew was not only because of his accurate three-pointers and excellent strength, but also because of his defense. His anticipation was based on fifty to sixty years of playing experience!
Jackson's first step wasn't slower than Irving's, but the difference in subsequent moves was huge.
Irving could continue to penetrate with crossovers or other dribbling techniques, but Jackson could only dribble back.
Jackson was forced back to the three-point line, and the smile on his face gradually disappeared.
This 70-year-old man was much stronger defensively than he had imagined.
He continued to choose to penetrate, but this time he raised the height of his dribble, which would allow him to make wider crossovers.
Left and right crossovers, suddenly launching with one step.
"Pa!"
Tang Tian lunged forward suddenly and directly stole the ball from his hand!
Raising the height of the dribble would inevitably reduce the dribbling frequency. Tang Tian seized the opportunity, leaped forward with his body, and forcibly stole the ball!
The whistles on the sidelines exploded.
"This is an NBA first-round pick?"
"Go back to your university! This place isn't for you!"
…
The fans on the sidelines were very realistic. You're an NBA first-round pick, and you threw a party and invited all your friends and relatives before coming, making it a big deal.
But now you get your ball stolen right away!
If we don't roast you, it wouldn't be right!
Jackson's face turned green.
But in that instant of his changing expression, Tang Tian dribbled the ball to the three-point line and shot.
"Swish!"
He made it!
1 to 2!
After "The Godfather" matched up with Jackson, this one defense and one offense immediately showed who was superior!
"Damn it!" Jackson cursed under his breath.
But fortunately, it had only just begun.
If he defended the next possession, he would still have a chance.
Tang Tian and his teammates had the ball.
Jackson closely guarded Tang Tian, not giving him any open looks.
As a prospective NBA player, Jackson had a deeper understanding of basketball than the streetball players on the sidelines.
He had watched Tang Tian's videos, and in his opinion, Tang Tian was just an open three-point shooter.
He had encountered too many players like this in college. As long as you didn't give them an open look, they were completely insignificant.
That's what Jackson thought, but Tang Tian suddenly moved.
As he ran, he called for a screen from the big man. After the screen, he waved, and Smith's pass arrived immediately.
Tang Tian caught the ball and shot before the opposing big man could switch in time.
"Swish!"
Tang Tian's catch-and-shoot three-pointer, in!
2 to 2!
The fans on the sidelines exploded instantly.
The familiar recipe, the familiar feeling!
The Godfather's rain of three-pointers had arrived!
Jackson looked incredulous.
Could it be that Tang Tian was hiding his strength before?
Was he more than just an open three-point shooter?
He felt like he had been tricked.
But it seemed… it seemed like he had tricked himself…
Tang Tian and his teammates retained possession.
Smith dribbled and broke through, and Tang Tian continued to run around his teammates for screens.
Jackson was guarding him closely, but Tang Tian's movement was smart. He wasn't completely waiting for his teammates to come up for the screen, but actively running to set the screen.
Jackson was screened, and Tang Tian caught Smith's pass and quickly shot a three-pointer.
"Swish!"
Another one in!
3 to 2!
Three consecutive shots!
The whistles on the sidelines wouldn't stop.
What bullshit NBA first-round pick!
He was still getting crushed after coming here!
After being hit with three consecutive shots, Jackson was obviously a little anxious.
But Tang Tian kept scoring, so he didn't have the ball!
The Godfather's possession, still the same simple tactics.
Jackson dodged the screen this time and pounced towards Tang Tian as he shot.
Tang Tian didn't panic when he saw this. He used a pump fake to send Jackson flying, then turned the catch-and-shoot into an open three-pointer.
"Swish!"
Another three-pointer!
4 to 2!
Jackson glanced back at Tang Tian. He suddenly regretted challenging "The Godfather."
He originally wanted to step on the ladder Tang Tian had built to reach the sky in one step, but now he was about to become the last stepping stone for Tang Tian to reach the sky.
No, absolutely not!
He took a deep breath, kept himself focused, and continued to guard Tang Tian.
Tang Tian suddenly used his big teammate's screen and made a sudden cut to the basket.
Smith made a textbook bounce pass, and Tang Tian caught the ball and leaped up, throwing down a one-handed dunk with his right hand.
Although the hang time was a bit low and it wasn't that spectacular, his height and wingspan were there after all.
"Bang!"
The ball went in.
5 to 2!
After Jackson had his ball stolen by Tang Tian, Tang Tian directly went on a 5-0 run to end the game!
Easy.
Happy!
Raise your hands!
"Godfather! Godfather!"
This game-winning dunk ignited the streetball court, and the fans swarmed the court like crazy.
An NBA first-round pick coming to challenge the Godfather and getting crushed would be enough for them to be excited all night.
No, they would have to add a whole morning!
Jackson was dumbfounded. Tang Tian shot so fast that he didn't even have time to process it!
But he was quickly pushed away by the crowd. The fans only surrounded Tang Tian, shouting loudly.
Jackson and the others were no longer important!
The Godfather was the reason they came here!
The most awkward people at this time were Jackson's friends and relatives.
They didn't even know what expression to use to describe the scene before them…