"Big Z was Cleveland's pillar of strength tonight! He dominated the Suns' interior with 32 points, 21 rebounds, and 4 blocks!"
"A 20-and-10 season average? Su's system turned every teammate into a star."
"21 rebounds and 4 blocks! Big Z turned the paint into his own backyard tonight! Su's leadership as the team's centerpiece was plain to see!"
"His teammates' stats have skyrocketed? Su is the catalyst behind the Cavaliers' chemistry! He awakened Big Z's prime."
"Ever since Su became the centerpiece, Big Z has averaged 20 and 10 as easily as breathing! That's the magic of a leader!"
"From a role player to a powerhouse! Big Z's transformation proves Su is the true locker-room leader! The Cavaliers' championship hopes are no dream!"
After the game, Big Z's monster double-double of 32 points, 21 rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 blocks sparked a frenzy of discussion among reporters and fans. Su Yi was also praised.
After all, the Cleveland Cavaliers' players had made visible progress.
Last season, with LeBron James as the centerpiece:
Big Z averaged 15.6 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.7 blocks.
Drew Gooden averaged 10.7 points, 8.4 rebounds, 0.7 assists, and 0.7 blocks.
Larry Hughes averaged 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.5 steals.
Eric Snow averaged 4.8 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 0.9 steals.
This season, with Su Yi as the centerpiece:
Big Z averaged 20.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 2.1 blocks.
Drew Gooden averaged 15.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.3 blocks.
Larry Hughes averaged 19.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 2.5 steals.
Eric Snow averaged 13.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 10.2 assists, and 1 steal.
The team's key players had made a qualitative leap.
Especially Eric Snow.
Honestly, Eric Snow had been the most unfortunate. It wasn't that