48 Points, 25 Rebounds, 16 Blocks! Malone: He Is SS-Tier!

The derby match of the University of California.

George Zidek, the only center in the Pac-12 Conference with the potential to shake Li Fei.

Under the witness of the entire stadium, Zidek was getting beaten so badly he might as well have been losing his umbilical cord.

At the start of the game, not yet realizing the severity of the situation, Zidek actually took the initiative to challenge Li Fei.

Zidek's thought process was: "We both weigh 118 kilograms, what do I have to fear from you?"

Then, two minutes into the game, he was already crying out: "Easy, brother Li."

Those who haven't played against Li Fei have no concept of his defense; it is only natural for them to be swatted with several blocks as soon as they step onto the court.

Li Fei racked up 5 blocks in the first two minutes of the game tonight, and he had long since shattered the record for block frequency per unit of time for a college player.

In this game, Li Fei went on a rampage with 16 blocks, tying the NCAA single-game record.

The NCAA single-game block record is 16, set in 1986 by one of the four great NBA centers, David Robinson. At the time, he was playing for the United States Naval Academy and put up 22 points, 14 rebounds, and 16 blocks against the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

It was a sensational performance at the time, laying a solid foundation for him to later become the first overall draft pick.

And tonight, Li Fei's performance was arguably even stronger than David Robinson's.

Li Fei exploded for 48 points, grabbed 25 rebounds, and delivered 16 blocks.

The only 40+20+10 super triple-double in NCAA history!

Across the entire basketball world, while television stations were frantically reporting on Michael Jordan's retirement, Li Fei brought a small sensation of his own from the collegiate level.

NBC immediately began playing footage of Li Fei's game on a loop.

Meanwhile, the two commentators presiding over the program, Marv Albert and Doug Collins, engaged in a heated discussion regarding Li Fei.

"We must move on from Michael Jordan's retirement, and now, a Chinese center from the college ranks forces us to pay our respects."

"It is time we discuss Li Fei's draft stock; he put up 48 points, 25 rebounds, and 16 blocks in today's game."

"He tied the single-game block record set by David Robinson!"

Marv Albert took over the conversation: "Buddy, in my heart, Li Fei's defense is 100 times better than David Robinson's!"

"When David Robinson set the 16-block record in '86, the center he faced was only 2.06 meters tall, while Li Fei's opponent tonight stands at 2.13 meters. It's not even in the same league of quality!"

"If you'll pardon my bluntness, Li Fei's defensive and shot-blocking ability is the best I have ever seen in history. Even if he entered the NBA right now, he would be qualified to compete for DPOY!"

Rookie season, DPOY!

Hiss...

Even Doug Collins couldn't help but gasp.

It's not that no one has ever won a scoring title or an MVP in their rookie season in NBA history.

Wilt Chamberlain won the scoring title and the regular-season MVP in his rookie season.

Wes Unseld won the regular-season MVP in his rookie season.

But winning DPOY in a rookie season?

That, truly, has never happened!

"Li Fei is the next Hakeem Olajuwon, the next David Robinson; he is about to become the next super center in the NBA."

Li Fei: What the hell kind of super center? I'm a guard! A guard!

NBC made their move decisively, and TNT was not to be outdone.

They drafted an entirely new mock draft that very night.

Li Fei's name surged directly into the top five!

However, the Bay Area press was not satisfied with this ranking.

A player who puts up 48+25+16 in a single game, and you tell me he's only worthy of a top-five pick?

The people in the Bay Area felt that TNT's projection for Li Fei was far too conservative.

The San Francisco Chronicle created a poster cover specifically for the California Golden Bears.

And in the center of that cover, Li Fei stood prominently in the spotlight.

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The implication was self-evident.

Li Fei's draft position would be no lower than Jason Kidd's!

And Jason Kidd was a player who had been projected as the second overall pick multiple times.

At the bottom of the newspaper, they also wrote a draft report for Li Fei.

Strengths: Great height and wingspan, outstanding athleticism, unafraid of physical contact, a rebounding fanatic, possesses epic-level defensive ability; it is rumored he can touch the top of the backboard.

Top-tier finishing ability on the offensive end, capable of posterizing anyone at will. He also has decent hook shot techniques in the paint, and his mid-to-long-range shooting and ball-handling fundamentals are better than the average center, making him a player with significant development value.

Weaknesses: His offensive skills are well-rounded and he can shoot, but none of them are elite. He currently lacks a true "killer move" and still needs to improve.

Whether his physique can adapt to the top-tier physical contact of the NBA remains to be tested. As an Asian, his physical health and durability are causes for concern.

Furthermore, he has a volatile temper; once a conflict breaks out, he goes for the kill without any sense of restraint.

Draft prospects: Hakeem Olajuwon, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

To be fair, Li Fei's draft comparisons are truly intimidating.

Olajuwon.

An average person isn't worthy of such a draft comparison.

In fact, the newspapers in the Bay Area are even more outrageous.

They directly listed Li Fei's draft comparisons as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Russell.

And the reason provided was:

Once Li Fei enters the NBA, he will absolutely become a regular leader in blocks and rebounds.

Moreover, Li Fei's little hook shot in the paint, combined with his 2.45-meter wingspan—

As long as he improves his shooting percentage, it is a divine skill no weaker than the Skyhook of Abdul-Jabbar.

However, Li Fei was not impressed at all when he saw these newspapers.

What the hell with the Russell and Abdul-Jabbar comparisons?

And what infuriated Li Fei the most was the report from TNT.

"Since when do I have a volatile temper?"

"Big Dog's fighting ability is trash, and you blame me for having no sense of restraint?"

"This is purely the first generation of haters..."

Meanwhile.

United States, Salt Lake City, Utah.

"We must take the person you mentioned to us seriously, Karl."

In the office of the Utah Jazz.

General Manager Scott Layden placed the TNT newspaper on the desk:

"To be honest, I didn't pay much attention when you first mentioned Li Fei."

"But now, he is already an A-tier prospect that we need."

"Only A-tier?"

Karl Malone shook his head: "You should quickly revise your rating for Li Fei."

"He is worth at least an SS-tier!"

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