Whether it was Ryonan's offense or Aiwa Academy's defense, the game seemed to have fallen into a delicate balance. Even the cheers from the stands gradually took on a steady rhythm, and everyone assumed the match would continue in this cycle of offense and defense.
But at that moment, Aiwa Academy's rhythm suddenly changed. Led by Zhu Xingda, they erupted with astonishing fighting spirit and launched a fierce offensive that lasted several minutes, completely shattering the balance on the court.
It was as if Zhu Xingda had completely cast off the frustration of being suppressed by Chi Tong earlier. With the ball in his hands, his gaze was sharp as a blade, and he radiated an all-or-nothing aura.
He first held the ball beyond the three-point line. Facing Sento's defense, he performed two rapid crossover feints in succession, his footwork so fast it was dazzling. Sento instinctively adjusted his position to follow the movements, only to be shaken half a step off in an instant. Zhu Xingda seized that fleeting opening and raised his hand without hesitation. The basketball shot out like a cold arrow and drilled precisely into the hoop, earning his team 3 points.
On the next possession, he intercepted Fukuda Kicchou's pass on defense and immediately launched a fast break.
Facing Ryonan's retreating defense, Zhu Xingda did not greedily go for the score himself. As he neared the basket, he flicked his wrist lightly and passed the ball to Long Zeduo, who was following close behind.
Long Zeduo caught the ball and rose with the momentum. The basketball brushed the backboard and dropped into the net for another 2 points.
Before anyone realized it, Zhu Xingda had led Aiwa Academy to cut the deficit to 10 points.
One more basket, and they could bring the score down