Although Zhang Yu wasn't naturally a big-moment player, by now he had become someone who could handle the pressure.
As soon as he got the ball, he fired off a three without a second thought.
The shot had a very flat arc and slammed straight into the front of the rim, bouncing high into the air.
"Oh no!"
The spectators in the arena cried out almost in unison.
Even Magic Johnson shouted:
"Oh no!"
It was hard to tell what James was feeling at that moment.
He didn't want his brother's milestone to turn into a heartbreaking loss, but he also didn't want his son to become the backdrop for his brother's milestone.
So when he saw the ball bounce out, he felt both relieved and worried. It was a complicated mix of emotions.
Meanwhile, at the free-throw line,
Antoine had his teammates boxing out, and he leaped high to grab the rebound.
Just then, Wang Yi charged to the edge of the paint and jumped straight up.
Antoine had the better position and got off the ground sooner. His right hand had already grabbed the ball.
Then he brought his left hand over and clamped it with both hands.
But just as he secured the ball and began descending, a hand shot out from beneath his grip and forcefully tipped it.
The basketball soared high into the air.
This time, though, it was still coming down toward the two of them. After landing, Antoine waited a moment until the ball was about to drop within his reach, then jumped again.
While Antoine was waiting, Wang Yi landed as well.
Antoine immediately leaped, and Wang Yi sprang up right after him.
Antoine was taller than Wang Yi, so he seemed more likely to get the ball.
But Wang Yi's second