After checking in for the second quarter, the Kings stuck to Wang Yi's defensive strategy, rotating their three centers to guard Juan one-on-one.
Juan continued to shine in the second quarter.
He scored another 12 points in the period.
That brought Juan's first-half total to 32 points.
His career high in a single NBA game was 35 points. Now, after playing just one half, he was only three points away from breaking that record.
He was practically bursting with energy, fired up beyond belief.
It was as if he were a young man who had just successfully confessed his feelings, with more energy than he knew what to do with.
Seeing how excited Juan was, the coaching staff all gave him their support and encouragement.
Head coach Chris Finch said, "Juan, great job. Keep it up."
Assistant coach Edward added, "Juan, I didn't expect you to be so fearless against Wang Yi. You're playing above your usual level—no, I should say you're playing at the level you're capable of. That's right, 30 points in a half is what you're capable of. Keep it up in the second half."
His teammate GSD said, "Juan, you're only three points away from tying your career high and four away from breaking it. Go break that damn scoring record."
Juan nodded, then clenched his fist.
Breaking his personal scoring record while facing his idol meant a great deal to him.
So when he took the court in the third quarter, he kept up his aggressive offense.
Just two minutes into the third quarter, he had scored four points, breaking his personal scoring record.
His excitement was now at its peak.
There was still plenty of time left in the third quarter. Not only would he break his personal scoring record tonight, but it looked