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Chapter 43 When the calls for MVP resound!

When he returned to the field, the eyes of several Energy Team players involuntarily focused on Qin Yu, their hearts filled with nothing but amazement and helplessness.

It wasn't that they didn't defend well, nor that they were careless. Apart from initially underestimating Qin Yu, they took him seriously in the second quarter.

However, Qin Yu still managed to score 32 points!

Why is this happening?

Was it because they didn't defend well?

No, it's not!

It's just that Qin Yu is in such good form, and his shooting is so accurate. He is changing the game in a way that is unfamiliar to his opponents, yet incredibly sharp.

......

"attack!"

Stinson gave a signal and launched an attack.

Upon arriving at the frontcourt, he first attempted a tactical play with his teammates, but found that he was unable to create any opportunities.

"These guys... seem different." Stinson frowned slightly, sensing a different aura emanating from the Pentium players.

He understood that the Ben Teng team had gained momentum!

In this situation, they are like they've been injected with adrenaline, and their performance changes in both offense and defense.

However, Statham is also an experienced player, and he immediately instructed his teammates to pull the players away, while the ball was passed to power forward Martin.

This season, Martin averaged 17.3 points per game, making him the team's leading scorer, and had a 45.5% three-point shooting percentage. This gave him a wide range of offensive skills, making him a versatile player who could score both inside and outside, and his one-on-one efficiency was also the highest on the team.

Martin gets the ball and immediately goes one-on-one.

This is also a "stretch big man". He doesn't start his attack from the low post. Instead, he is similar to Anthony Davis. He receives the ball outside the three-point line at the left 45-degree angle, takes a probing step, and quickly pulls his foot back, raising his center of gravity as if he is about to shoot a three-pointer.

Aldridge didn't jump up easily, but he still instinctively stood on tiptoe and raised his hands high—after all, the opponent's three-pointers were very accurate.

The next moment, Martin lowered his center of gravity, slapped the ball forward, and blew past Aldridge in one step.

"Reinforce defense!"

"Don't worry, I'm here."

Dabbert quickly stepped forward to block Martin, but Martin did not hesitate. He grabbed the ball and made a three-step layup. On his second step, he actively sought contact, using the momentum to make Dabbert stumble before he was able to lift the ball.

Swish!

The shot went in, making it 9 points!

"As expected of the top team in the Eastern Conference, they are really impressive. Every time they come back from a timeout, they always manage to score."

On the sidelines, assistant coach Mike sighed.

Another assistant coach, Albertson, nodded and said, "The opponent's technical and tactical level is excellent, and their tactical awareness is very high. No matter how the situation on the field changes, they can always handle the ball calmly. Under Stinson's command, they play very intelligently."

As the G League's assist leader, Stinson has a high basketball IQ and tactical skills. Having him on the court is like having an extra "on-court coach".

......

The Benteng team is on the attack.

With just over four minutes left in the game, Taylor called for the ball after arriving at the frontcourt, then called for a screen and decisively attacked the basket.

"beep!"

"Bang!"

The whistle blew, and Taylor fell to the ground.

The referee called a defensive foul, signaling Taylor to step to the free-throw line and take two free throws.

Qin Yu stepped forward and helped Taylor up, asking with concern, "Are you alright?"

"It's nothing." Taylor shook his head, his expression grim.

What is offensive aggression?

This is the kind of aggression the coach demands!

At this point, Taylor knew very well that as the team's core player, he had to step up, take responsibility, and lead by example. Only by playing with grit and aggression could he motivate his teammates and create an opportunity to defeat the Energy, the top team in the Eastern Conference, and defend their home court.

Although the shot didn't go in, Taylor made both free throws, narrowing the gap to 7 points once again.

Watching Taylor limp away from defense, Qin Yu was somewhat moved. He silently took a deep breath and met Carol's attack.

In an instant, Carol felt the immense pressure emanating from Qin Yu.

"They actually took the initiative to resist!"

Carroll was somewhat surprised, but he wasn't intimidated. He blocked Qin Yu with one hand, reached out with the other to ask for the ball, and then took a step forward, turning into a back-to-the-basket move.

Seeing this, the Energy team's head coach on the sidelines nodded with satisfaction, secretly praising Carroll for still using his brain when playing basketball. It might be difficult for him to break through Qin Yu head-on, but with his advantage in weight and strength, a back-to-the-basket game was entirely feasible.

However, when the two clashed, Carol couldn't help but frown. Qin Yu's resistance was a series of pushes, not a constant brute force. Instead, it was a series of alternating tensions, which made him feel uncomfortable. Just as he was about to unleash his full strength, Qin Yu would withdraw, and as soon as he stopped, Qin Yu would meet him again.

It feels really uncomfortable!

After taking two steps back, Carroll finally felt that he was in the right position. He suddenly exerted force, causing Qin Yu to stagger backward, and then lifted the ball up.

"Joe!" Qin Yu shouted.

"Watch this!" Joe Dabert roared, leaping up from behind Qin Yu and waving his large, fan-like hand, swatting the ball away with a loud thud.

"Whoa..."

The audience erupted in uproar, gasps of surprise filling the air.

Carol's expression changed drastically. He hadn't expected that while he had pushed past Qin Yu, he hadn't been able to avoid Dabert's block. He didn't know that while Qin Yu was struggling against him, he was also gradually leading him into a trap. It seemed that Qin Yu was constantly retreating, but in reality, he was constantly giving Dabert signals.

Of course, Qin Yu wasn't sure if Dabert could understand what he meant, but the result was good; he clearly understood.

"Counterattack!"

Benteng team counterattacks.

Qin Yu unleashed his full speed, rushing to the frontcourt like a gust of wind. Barrett pushed the ball to Taylor, who then drove to the basket, drawing the defense before passing it to Qin Yu.

Under the watchful eyes of thousands of fans, Qin Yu jumped up, ignoring Carroll's lunge, his eyes fixed on the basket, and flicked his wrist.

beep!

Swish!

Whistle blows, goal!

Qin Yu laughed, while Carol was dumbfounded!

"Holy shit! This is a 3+1!"

"God!"

People were stunned, and gasps of amazement filled the air.

If Qin Yu makes this three-pointer, he will have to take another free throw.

When he stepped to the free-throw line, the home fans stood up and began chanting loudly, "Qin Yu, MVP! MVP!"

For a moment, the players on the field all felt like it was all a dream.

Taylor looked at Qin Yu with envy: "It's incredible that a rookie can get the home fans chanting MVP in unison."

......

Meanwhile, in Portland.

At night, the Hosford-Abernathy neighborhood is ablaze with neon lights, and its various bars are bustling with people, creating a lively atmosphere filled with noise and alcohol.

However, Hank, Wells, and the others had no interest in going to the bar today.

A group of people gathered at Hank's house. Hank, Ellie, Wells, and a few others sat on the sofa, while most others stood or sat on the floor. Their eyes were all fixed on the television screen, which was showing the game between the Pentium Team and the Energy Team.

"nice shot!"

"Goal again! Qin scored again, and it's a 3+1!"

Suddenly, everyone cheered excitedly.

On TV, the basketball pierced the net; it was Qin Yu's three-pointer that went in, drawing a foul from the defender and earning him a free throw.

At the same time, before the stats were even displayed on the TV screen, Ellie accurately announced Qin Yu's current score: "Qin has already scored 35 points. If he makes the free throw, he'll have 36!"

Immediately, everyone showed expressions of shock.

35 points!

This was Qin Yu's debut in the Development League. In his first game, he came off the bench and scored a whopping 35 points – it was incredible!

When Qin Yu stepped to the free-throw line, the home fans chanted "MVP," and Hank and others also stood up and joined in the chanting: "MVP, MVP!"