Tricking Kobe

Carter listened to the tactical arrangements while looking at the 50-70 electronic scoreboard.

After the timeout, Wilkens decided to use a 1-3-1 offense to break the Clippers' 2-3 zone defense.

Wilkens hadn't used the 1-3-1 offensive formation to break the Clippers' 2-3 zone defense in the first half because their Raptors lacked a center with excellent court vision.

But now the situation didn't allow Wilkens to worry so much; he could only go all out.

The timeout ended, and Williams received the ball, dribbling at the top of the arc.

He immediately passed the ball to Carter in the left corner.

Carter drove to the basket.

However, he was trapped by Li Chen and Corey Maggette on the left and couldn't break through. He passed the ball back to Williams.

Then Williams passed the ball to Antonio Davis on the right, stretching the Clippers' defense.

Antonio Davis passed the ball to Jerome near the free-throw line.

As Wang Zhizhi came out to help defend, Li Chen quickly rotated to cover.

Jerome threw the ball to Morris under the basket.

As Morris attempted a jump shot, Li Chen, who had rotated to help defend, arrived just in time.

Morris faked to try and draw Li Chen into the air, but Li Chen remained steady and didn't fall for it.

Morris gritted his teeth and drove strong against Li Chen for a layup, only to be blocked.

Carter flew in to grab the ball before it went out of bounds. As soon as he secured it, Andre Miller and Wang Zhizhi trapped Carter.

Carter became anxious. He faked out Corey Maggette, then shot over Wang Zhizhi, missing the basket.

Li Chen boxed out Stoudemire under the basket and grabbed the defensive rebound.

At the same time, seeing the Raptors' failed offensive attempt, Wilkens frowned and subconsciously rubbed his temples. That Eastern Kid was truly infuriating.

In the TNT broadcast booth.

"Chen's rotation awareness is just too strong. And while his defense isn't All-Star Player level yet, it's more than enough."

"Yeah! This makes it tough for the Raptors."

As the two analyzed the game situation in Nanchang, Li Chen hit another three-pointer.

Then, during the transition from offense to defense, Li Chen sent the Raptors another huge block.

"Oh! My God! The Raptors are probably going to collapse."

Barkley's mouth was sharp today. In a short time, the Clippers had gone on another 0-6 run.

Raptors coach Wilkens shook his head helplessly and decided to surrender.

In the end, the Clippers took the victory at the Staples Center with a score of 80-101.

Raptors' Carter had 25 points, 3 assists, and 1 steal.

No other Raptors players scored in double digits.

For the Clippers, Corey Maggette had 11 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 steal.

Andre Miller had 12 points, 8 assists, 2 steals, and 2 rebounds.

Wang Zhizhi had 10 points, 2 assists, 6 rebounds, 0 steals, and 2 blocks.

Elton Brand had 20 points, 5 assists, 6 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 block.

Li Chen had 28 points, 10 assists, 9 rebounds, 1 steal, and 9 blocks.

After the Raptors were blown out in three quarters, Li Chen didn't continue to chase quadruple-double stats. If it weren't for the skill last time, he wouldn't have chased rebounds.

At the same time, Li Chen once again earned the Player of the Game award and successfully obtained the skill "Prohibit Flight."

The next day at four in the morning.

Li Chen touched his chin, wondering if he should call Kobe.

After a moment of thought, Li Chen decisively called Kobe. After all, this guy was entangled in lawsuits this year, and he was the man who saved his only son's life. Was it right to make him get up early to practice with him?

Li Chen felt it was completely right, and even practicing for a year wouldn't be enough.

So, Li Chen called Kobe with a clear conscience.

When Kobe received Li Chen's call, his face turned green!

He had been getting up early for days to train at the gym, but Li Chen, that bastard, hadn't shown up. It was only today, when he didn't go, that this scoundrel called.

He felt like Li Chen was deliberately messing with him.

The little blacksmith finally exploded. "Fuck! You bastard, is this ever going to end?"

Li Chen blinked, not understanding why Kobe was furious.

Wait, this guy wouldn't not come to the gym, would he? That wouldn't do.

So Li Chen pondered for a moment, and a brilliant plan emerged in his mind. He said mysteriously, "I have some great news to tell you. Hurry to the gym."

Hearing this, Kobe paused slightly. Great news?

Kobe thought, Li Chen wanting to share his joy with him, did this mean they were friends now?

Although Kobe somewhat resisted Li Chen, this guy who constantly disturbed his beautiful dreams.

He finally said with a cold face, "What is it? Say it on the phone, I'm listening."

"That won't do, you have to come to the court."

Kobe was about to hang up, but then he thought, he was already awake, and going back to sleep might disturb Vanessa and the child.

Thinking of this, he resentfully thought, Since you're looking for trouble, Li Chen, I'll oblige, so he left a note and quietly left home.

Half an hour later, at Paravilla Stadium, Kobe's face was dark, looking like he was going to torture Li Chen until he doubted his entire existence.

"Chen, today I'm going to beat you so hard you'll shit yourself."

Li Chen waved his hand, "No rush, I learned our country's I Ching Bagua a few days ago. Come, let me read your fortune."

Hearing this, Kobe was completely bewildered. What the hell? I want to 1v1 you, and you're talking about the I Ching Bagua, and... and reading fortunes? I'll fortune your sister!

"Sorry, Chen, I don't believe in fate, I only believe in myself." Kobe said seriously, regaining his composure.

Li Chen pouted, muttering to himself, If you don't believe me, your son will be gone, and you'll die with your body in pieces, limbs flying everywhere.

Even though he thought this, he couldn't say it, otherwise Kobe would definitely want to fight him in real life.

After thinking for a moment, Li Chen grinned, "If you don't believe it, just treat it as a game."

Hearing this, Kobe almost swore out loud.

However, after Li Chen's earnest persuasion, Kobe reluctantly agreed to let Li Chen read his fortune.

Li Chen was speechless. I'm trying to save you, and you're being so resistant. Truly, good advice is hard to give to a stubborn fool!

Lost in thought, Li Chen pretended to examine Kobe's face and then felt his bones.

After putting Kobe through quite an ordeal, just as Kobe was about to unleash his inner power, Li Chen became serious at the right moment.

Li Chen cleared his throat and said calmly, "You will have a son this year."

Hearing this, Kobe was slightly stunned. He was happy at first, then said calmly, "It's normal for me to have a son, isn't it? Even if not this year, it will be next year."

Li Chen rolled his eyes, thinking, You're really overestimating yourself! Don't flatter yourself like that.

Then, under Li Chen's manipulation, Kobe was a bit crippled, but he could still walk. It was estimated that after Vanessa's pregnancy check-up report came out, the little blacksmith would need a cane.

Li Chen knew that Kobe was very stubborn. If he didn't lay the groundwork in advance, even if he told Kobe on the morning of his death that he would die that day, Kobe wouldn't believe him.

But if there was a series of events to pave the way, it would be different.

Li Chen sighed inwardly, I'm really racking my brains for you!