The sense of immersion is intense.
"Xingyang played 45 minutes tonight, and without Jokic on the court for a long time, facing the Thunder’s fierce besiegement, he scored 45 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals—godly stats."
"In just the last 31 seconds, Zeng Xingyang scored 12 points, which was the turning point of tonight’s reversal."
"The Thunder played an almost perfect game, but they made some mistakes at the last moment, resulting in their defeat."
Coach Zhang looked at the data board excitedly.
This kind of reversal is undeniably exhilarating.
On the CCTV screen, Zeng Xingyang’s scores from the last moments are being repeatedly replayed.
"What did I see? Good thing I didn’t turn off the screen."
"Xingyang Moment, redefining the birth of a miracle."
"Awesome, awesome, it’s a miracle, damn, so cool."
The fans are shouting.
Scarlett is also on the sidelines blowing kisses to Zeng Xingyang.
No one expected such a scene at the end; before hitting the three-pointer in the 31st second, the Thunder were still leading by 8 points, but they ultimately made mistakes and with Zeng Xingyang’s miraculous performance, the game was reversed.
On the court, Zeng Xingyang celebrated the victory with his teammates, and Jokic tightly hugged Zeng Xingyang.
This is also the third time this season that Zeng Xingyang has accomplished a buzzer-beater, and such victories exhilarate everyone.
It’s enough to be called "Xingyang Moment"!
On the Thunder side, Westbrook and Durant walked back to the locker room dejectedly.
Durant even angrily kicked over a trash can on the way.
Tonight he not only failed to catch Scarlett’s attention but instead became a stepping stone for Zeng Xingyang.
Moreover, it felt incredibly painful to be reversed and beaten.
Durant had no way to blame Westbrook for the last blunder and three-point foul, because he himself missed the last free throw.
Although their mistakes differed in severity, there’s no need to shirk responsibility.
Post-game press conference.
When Zeng Xingyang appeared.
"Click click click!!"
The reporters’ eyes focused on Zeng Xingyang.
The media did not expect this game to be this crazy before it started.
The Thunder suppressed the Nuggets until the last moment, but the Nuggets pulled off a miraculous start with "Xingyang Moment," completely reversing the outcome of the game.
And the protagonist leading this reversal is right in front of them.
This is destined to be a night that will enter NBA history, repeatedly mentioned by people.
Durant was excellent, scoring 56 points today, breaking his career high, but the victory doesn’t belong to him.
His best career night turned into a tragic milestone.
"Zeng, what were you thinking when trailing by 8 points on the court in the final moments?" a reporter curiously asked.
"I just thought that the game wasn’t over, so I couldn’t give up. They can beat me, but don’t expect me to surrender." Zeng Xingyang said with a determined tone.
"How do you rate KD?" the reporter asked.
"He’s an outstanding scoring small forward, but if he joins us, I’ll lead him to win a championship." Zeng Xingyang joked.
Beating Durant once, should he try recruiting him?
"Zeng, do you think KD would immediately join the team that beat him? There’s no way, don’t get too smug; he’ll regroup and seek revenge on you guys," an Oklahoma City reporter said angrily.
"I’m waiting for him to seek revenge, hoping that he always keeps the habit of not joining the team he lost to," Zeng Xingyang said with a laugh.
The media took it as a joke...
The reporter continued, "Zeng, after this game, your average score per game is now 28 points, the same as Jordan’s rookie season. Do you have the confidence to keep such an average score going?"
When Jordan entered the league, he didn’t expect that NBA would be much simpler than NCAA; he averaged 28.2 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 2.4 steals in his rookie season.
Zeng Xingyang said, "Of course I’m confident, not only do I want to catch up to Michael, but I also strive to win more games than his team."
If an average rookie dared to say this, the media would certainly criticize them.
Trying to surpass the basketball god?
But it was Zeng Xingyang who said this, having just accomplished the feat of 12 points in 31 seconds, becoming a supernova, so it all seemed reasonable.
The media even felt this comparison was reasonable.
Comparing Zeng Xingyang to rookies of the same period would be unfair to others.
The media is increasingly anticipating whether Zeng Xingyang will become a true successor to Jordan.
"It’s just a regular season game; I will never join the opposing team after losing, let him wait, next time I will beat him,"
Durant quickly responded after hearing the reporters recount Zeng Xingyang’s words, his tone very firm.
It’s too excessive to come and humiliate him after winning.
Joining the opponent after losing?
What does that make him?
That would be like a captive, right?
Even if no team signs him, he would absolutely never be a captive.
This kind of person needs to be dissed.
Durant planned to go home and use a fake account to rant about Zeng Xingyang.
With the keyboard in hand, he could curse freely without caring too much about it.
The reporter went on to ask, "Scarlett Johnson came to the game, did you ask her if she was willing to give you a cup of bath water?"
Durant awkwardly scratched his head and said, "It’s just a joke, don’t pay attention to it."
The reporters couldn’t help but laugh.
Durant’s remark about wanting to drink Scarlett’s bath water was once mocked by media and fans alike.
Tonight, Scarlett seemed to be here not for Durant, but for Zeng Xingyang.
What’s up with these two?
On another side, a reporter asked Westbrook about Zeng Xingyang’s performance of 12 points in 31 seconds tonight.
Westbrook simply said, "Without a doubt, he’s the best rookie of the year; I am amazed by his spirit and admire him greatly."
Westbrook was candid; he had no personal feud with Zeng Xingyang, and tonight’s Zeng Xingyang did indeed play outstandingly.
The reporter asked, "You made a mistake at the end, what were you thinking at that time?"
Westbrook thought for a moment and said, "Nikola is smart; he keeps finding my weaknesses, and he did find them. I am very sorry."
Although Jokic only got 8 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, Westbrook was very impressed with him.
If only the Thunder had such smart players too...
After finishing the interview, Zeng Xingyang went to the underground parking lot to say goodbye to Scarlett.
If there weren’t so many nearby reporters and his Nuggets teammates were waiting for him, the two would probably play another game in the car.
The match between the Nuggets and the Thunder was repeatedly reported.
"Kobe: I can score 12 points in 31 seconds, but only in a game."
"31 seconds, 12 points, ’Xingyang Moment, Nuggets Dynasty Dawning!’ "
"With a miraculous heart, Zeng Xingyang accomplished a buzzer-beater for the third time this season."
"Reviving McGrady’s Moment, Xingyang staged a miraculous performance."
Barkley on TNT praised Zeng Xingyang in the last segment: "Zeng’s 31 seconds 12 points is not only a display of personal technique but also a testament to the Nuggets’ resilience this season. Within those short 31 seconds, Zeng Xingyang demonstrated what a true team leader is."
Miller seriously said again, "The game isn’t over, so don’t give up!"