88-91!
Yi Jianlian's three-pointer helped the China Team cut the deficit back to three points.
A crucial shot!
A life-saving shot!
The fans by the court shouted excitedly, their eyes reddening beyond their control.
It truly felt like they had been held underwater, only to be suddenly pulled out for a breath of air and given hope to keep living!
"Defense! Defense!"
The atmosphere at Wukesong Stadium was ignited by that three-pointer as the fans cheered in unison for the China Team.
The China Team players looked as though they had been injected with adrenaline, and the USA Team's consecutive off-ball cuts failed to create an opening!
With little Offensive Time left, the ball ended up in Durant's hands. He had been the USA Team's most consistent player tonight.
Durant went one-on-one against Yi Jianlian, driving inside before pulling up for a Stop and Pop Fadeaway.
Yi Jianlian read the play perfectly. His contest completely blocked Durant's shooting vision.
It was practically an instinctive shot.
Swish!
But the ball went in!
A Clutch Shot, Killer Instinct!
The qualities Tang Tian had mentioned in the summer when he chose Durant—the qualities that could make him a leader—were now on full display on the FIBA court!
The gap was back to five points!
A wave of agitation swept through the arena. They had only just taken a breath before Durant shoved them back underwater.
Tang Tian drove and kicked again in the frontcourt, sending the ball back into Abudushalamu's hands.
This time, Abudushalamu did not hesitate. He took a Three-point shot before George's Help Defense was in place.
Swish!
Whenever he shot, it went in!
The arena erupted in cheers.
Abudushalamu had earned them another chance to breathe!
91-93!
The deficit was down to just two points!
A one-possession game!
"Phew, phew..."