41 Points, 28 Rebounds, 11 Blocks; Even Chamberlain Would Want to Trade Blows!

Wilt Chamberlain looked at Li Fei once more, his approval growing even deeper.

In terms of defense alone, Wilt himself wasn't confident he could reach the level Li Fei had displayed.

To hold a star-level perimeter player to 1-of-8 shooting while delivering five consecutive blocks was no small feat.

Furthermore, in Wilt's estimation, Grant Hill's ability was such that if he entered the NBA immediately, he could easily average 15+ points per game.

Since entering the nineties, Wilt's greatest realization was simple.

It was a good thing he had debuted early.

Compared to the current basketball rules and the strength of the opponents, the NBA of his time was practically a beginner's tutorial.

Of course, Wilt didn't sell himself short.

He never felt he was inferior to these new-era centers.

If he had been given a professional environment with scientific training, who the hell wouldn't have become even stronger?

Regardless of the era, he would always be that epoch-defining super center.

Watching Li Fei sprint across the court before him.

Wilt couldn't help but sigh, "Sometimes, I really wish I could trade blows with these guys."

What a pity.

Time is like a river; it cannot flow backward.

Meanwhile.

Los Angeles, USA.

The Logo, Jerry West, who was watching the live broadcast of the game, started to feel that something wasn't quite right.

He had originally thought of Li Fei as a pillar of strength and a defensive anchor.

But he hadn't expected Li Fei to be such an impenetrable iron lock on the perimeter as well.

Though that might be a slight exaggeration.

After all, Li Fei wasn't defending a small guard.

But Grant Hill wasn't exactly a pushover of a small forward, either.

As the most technically gifted guard of his era, The Logo possessed a decent ability to play big against small. In his basketball philosophy, he believed that as eras evolved, a large number of high-quality point guards and shooting guards would eventually flood the league.

And when that time came, the constant pick-and-roll mismatches would continuously challenge the survival of centers, marking the end of the center era.

Of course, that was a conversation for the future; at the very least, such a situation wouldn't arise for another ten years or more.

However, the emergence of Li Fei gradually made The Logo discard that notion.

Perhaps the super centers of the future era would be just like Li Fei.

Thinking of this, The Logo rubbed his freshly shaved chin, "That shouldn't be possible; after all, not everyone is Li Fei."

Setting aside the future for a moment.

Looking solely at Li Fei's defensive performance right now, The Logo was deeply astonished.

"As it stands, Li Fei's defensive range is much larger than we imagined."

"He alone can anchor a team's entire defensive system."

"We must continue to monitor Li Fei's market value."

The Logo had a premonition.

After tonight, Li Fei's stock would soar even further.

Based solely on the terrifying defensive range displayed tonight, Li Fei had every reason to demand an extra million dollars on his contract.

Those teams hoping to acquire Li Fei would also have to add another million dollars in chips to their trade offers.

"Right, our Great Western Forum is the venue for the semifinals, correct?"

Thinking of this, The Logo asked Mitch Kupchak, the assistant manager standing beside him.

"Yes, Mr. Manager."

"Then I really must go to the arena to see Li Fei's performance in person."

"Mr. Jerry, are you certain Li Fei will advance?"

Kupchak said, "The game isn't over yet."

There were 10 minutes left in the game, with an 18-point lead.

It seemed, it wasn't...

Without the possibility of a comeback.

The Logo smiled, "If I were Li Fei, I'd already be celebrating."

On the other side.

Phoenix.

Not long after watching Li Fei's game in person, Phoenix Suns general manager Scott Layden received a call from team owner Jerry Colangelo.

On the phone, Colangelo stated his position directly: "I watched the live recording of Li Fei's game today, and his performance on the defensive end shocked me."

Early in the season, Scott Layden had already expressed his interest in Li Fei to his boss, and the team's cornerstone, Charles Barkley, was also very interested in him.

After a full year of observation, even the team owner was now moved.

"Boss, I have been considering the possibility of pairing Li Fei with Charles Barkley; currently, it looks like their playing styles would be an extremely good fit."

It is absolutely unfeasible for Barkley to play the center position, as his height disadvantage becomes a massive liability in the playoffs.

However, if Barkley plays the power forward position, his interior defense is top-tier.

Paired with Li Fei sweeping the paint behind him, this four-five combination would terrorize the league.

There is even plenty of room for imagination regarding the offensive chemistry between Li Fei and Barkley.

The only difficulty is the feasibility of acquiring Li Fei.

He is too expensive.

Big Dog Robinson, whose draft stock is currently lower than Li Fei's, has already demanded $100 million in front of the cameras more than once.

If Big Dog Robinson is asking for $100 million, how could Li Fei ask for any less?

If Li Fei really demands $100 million, what assets could the Suns possibly offer in a trade?

The only asset that might match his value is the Flying Pig, Barkley himself.

But Barkley is currently untouchable for the Suns.

The Suns are counting on forming an interior duo of Barkley and Li Fei; how could they possibly trade Barkley?

Could it be Kevin Johnson?

Man, Kevin Johnson is a player who averages 20 points and 10 assists; he is the most underrated second-in-command and the most underrated point guard in the league.

Do they really have to trade Kevin Johnson?

Has Li Fei's trade value truly reached such a level?

This question will continue to surround Li Fei until the start of the draft.

The camera cuts back to the game.

Ever since Li Fei began guarding Grant Hill one-on-one in the second half, the outcome of the game had already been decided.

Even though the game was beyond saving, Coach K stood on the sidelines with a bewildered expression.

He had never imagined that one person's defensive prowess could influence a game to such an extent.

A simple defensive substitution was all it took to completely strip the game of any suspense.

Finally, the final buzzer sounded, and UC Berkeley defeated the Duke Blue Devils 90:72 with an 18-point lead, becoming the top seed in the East and successfully advancing to the Final Four.

Li Fei finished with 41 points, 28 rebounds, and 11 blocks, marking the second time in four March Madness games that he had recorded a massive triple-double with blocks.

He is also the only player in the history of March Madness to record a triple-double with blocks twice!

Once again, Li Fei stands at the crest of the record books!

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