Lin Yi also excitedly stood up from the sidelines, punching the air and roaring at the court.

With just over a minute left in overtime, Team China had extended their lead to 7 points!

The situation had become very unfavorable for Team USA.

Moreover, they only had one timeout opportunity in overtime, and Popovich had already used it.

Popovich turned and called Towns over, replacing James with him, signaling an intention to strengthen their rebounding and attack.

Durant received the ball from Davis in the frontcourt and, without waiting for the play to develop, launched a three-pointer.

This was a quick three-pointer; time was running out, and they needed to close the gap immediately.

But the risk was also great. If he missed, it would be a wasted opportunity.

"Swish!"

The ball went in! Durant's quick shot was successful!

Although they lost the Finals, just like that difficult fadeaway three-pointer in regulation, he wanted to win back the Olympic gold medal!

Back on the other end, Tang Tian was double-teamed as soon as he crossed half-court, a triple-team even!

Team USA wasn't giving him any chance to shoot.

But the other players on Team China weren't pushovers either. Ding Yanyuhang quickly came to receive the ball, and Tang Tian passed it out amidst the double-team.

After receiving the ball, Ding Yanyuhang drove to the basket, attracting Davis' help defense before passing to Yi Jianlian on the baseline. Yi Jianlian attacked the rim, but Davis showed his top-tier defensive talent, managing to interfere. Yi Jianlian then passed to Abudushalamu cutting in from the other side, who quickly laid the ball in for two points.

Team USA's triple-team on Tang Tian gave Team China the opportunity to execute a smooth play!

Still a 6-point difference!

Two baskets for 3 points each, and Team USA still had a chance!

Popovich signaled the team to advance quickly.

Team USA advanced to the frontcourt, and Durant came out to receive the ball using Davis' screen, quickly taking another three-pointer.

"Clang!"

Unfortunately, this time Durant didn't make it.

There was a scramble under the basket. With Lin Yi off the court, the impact of Team USA's two super centers became apparent.

Zhou Qi was boxed out by Davis and couldn't jump, reaching for the rebound only to have Towns snatch it over his head.

Knowing that Team USA was in a hurry to score, Towns passed the ball out to Curry on the perimeter instead of forcing a shot.

Curry shot another three.

"Swish!"

A clean three-pointer!

Curry hit a crucial three-pointer!

He'd had an average Olympics so far, but at this critical moment, he showed his ability as a super shooter!

The difference was only 3 points!

With only 40 seconds left in the game, Team USA's chance had come!

Li Chunjiang glanced at Tang Tian but didn't call a timeout.

Tang Tian was double-teamed again as he crossed half-court. This time, he passed the ball to Yi Jianlian.

Yi Jianlian held the ball high, not rushing to attack, but waited for Tang Tian to come over and passed it back.

Leonard tried to steal but failed.

Tang Tian got the ball and, without any hesitation, shot a three-pointer right in Durant's face.

Durant desperately tried to block, hitting Tang Tian's hand but not the ball.

The referee didn't blow the whistle.

Li Chunjiang was about to lose it.

"Swish!"

But the crisp sound mostly dissipated the anger in his heart.

Tang Tian still made the shot!

A game-killing shot!

With less than 30 seconds left, a 6-point difference, and Team USA's chances suddenly became slim again.

And they had no timeouts left!

They could only keep shooting threes. Curry took another three-pointer from outside.

"Clang!"

Ding Yanyuhang managed to interfere, and Curry's three-pointer didn't go in!

And this time, Zhou Qi successfully secured the defensive rebound.

Not enough time, Davis had no choice but to commit a foul.

But because the foul count hadn't reached the limit, Team China would inbound the ball from the backcourt!

Tang Tian passed the ball to Ding Yanyuhang, who was fouled and sent to the free-throw line.

The Team USA bench was silent at this point.

Ding Yanyuhang's free throws were very stable. If he made both, with 20 seconds left and an 8-point deficit, it would be hopeless unless Miller possessed someone.

But that was clearly unrealistic. Not just the shooting percentage, but because Team China had Tang Tian, who had scored 15 points in overtime.

Although difficult to accept, Team USA's Olympic dream had been shattered.

They had lost two consecutive Olympic gold medals, and this time they had sent their strongest lineup!

Losing wasn't scary; what was scary was losing hope. At this moment, Team USA was experiencing what Team China had experienced before.

They didn't even know how to seek revenge.

Ding Yanyuhang's free throw opportunity.

First throw.

"Swish!"

Steady as a rock.

Second throw.

Adjust his breathing and shoot again.

"Swish!"

Still steady as a rock!

Ding Yanyuhang showed his mental fortitude, making both free throws!

"God!"

In the broadcast booth, the American commentator covered his face.

These two free throws had basically sealed Team USA's fate.

Durant's quick three-pointer went in, Team USA continued to foul, and Ding Yanyuhang was sent to the free-throw line again.

His two free throws… again, all made!

Having experienced the grind of the NBA and grown into a player with NBA rotation-level strength, Ding Yanyuhang's ability and mental fortitude were completely up to the task!

Durant's three-pointer missed again, and this time Yi Jianlian secured the long rebound.

Team USA didn't foul again. Yi Jianlian held the ball until the final buzzer sounded.

121 to 114!

Team China defeated Team USA by 7 points, and after four years, defended their Olympic gold medal!

The Chinese fans in the arena had already erupted, shouting excitedly, waving their small national flags, screaming at the court, and many were even crying with excitement!

The Chinese players on the bench rushed onto the court like madmen.

"Fuck! Fuck!"

Lin Yi cursed as he charged towards Tang Tian.

Tang Tian exploded for 15 points in overtime, a godlike performance!

On the online forums, Chinese fans had already started celebrating wildly.

"Tell me louder, who is the Olympic champion?!"

"Team China!"

"Team China is awesome! (Voice cracking)"

"As a basketball fan, I thought seeing them win in Rio was the peak, but now it seems we'll stay at this peak forever!"

"Tang Ritian in his prime, the rising star Da Mo Wang (Great Demon King), Chinese basketball will dominate this era like USA basketball!"

"I now believe what Yao Ming said, basketball talent is found, not cultivated. We are so lucky to have Tang Tian and Lin Yi!"

"God bless my great China, from Yao Ming to Tang Tian, to Lin Yi, there's a constant stream of superstars. Chinese basketball is destined to be awesome!"

"I can't take it anymore, I'm so excited I'm fainting! Someone kind please come and save me!"

…

While Team China celebrated, the Team USA players all crouched down at the same time, not sure if it was from the exhaustion of playing overtime or the helplessness of the scene before them.

This was the third consecutive time they had witnessed Team China win a championship in front of them…