The longest river

Chapter 22 Full Score Answer Sheet
The situation is very unfavorable for the Geswell team.

High school basketball games have simple tactics, but momentum is extremely important. If the Patterson team pulls ahead in one fell swoop, it will be very difficult for them to come back.

Garnett continued to facilitate from the high post, but this time he and Pierce executed a handoff play.

Pierce's step-back jumper created space for him to shoot, but he failed to make the shot.

Garnett showcased his physical gifts, managing a putback over Thomas's defense, but unfortunately the ball went slightly wide and bounced off the rim.

It was clear that Carter's two previous successful defensive plays had a certain impact on them.

But just then, a figure appeared above the basket.

This time it wasn't the "sunshine" from Daytona Beach, but that Cleveland glider!
"Oh!"

Yang Shuai swooped in from above to complete the putback dunk!

There was a moment of silence, followed by a burst of cheers.

Although Yang Shuai had some impressive performances at the convention center, with so many matches taking place at the same time and most parents focused on their own children, only a minority actually saw his outstanding performance.

This rebound was so spectacular that even Vaccaro raised his droopy eyelids.

Paul could see the potential commercial value in Yang Shuai, and Vaccaro, as a business tycoon in the basketball world, naturally saw it as well.

"Positive energy from Kevin Garnett +248".

"Positive energy from Paul Pierce +218".

"Positive energy from Zach Rodel +58".

……

Yang Shuai's dunk greatly boosted the morale of the Geely team.

On the defensive end, Garnett provided a help defense and blocked Carter's drive, making up for the shot that had been blocked earlier.

After blocking the shot, Garnett roared and then high-fived each of his teammates.

The Geisha team seems to be gaining momentum.

However, at the crucial moment, after the inbound pass was delivered, Thomas pulled up to the outside and made a three-pointer.

This three-pointer showcased Thomas's all-around offensive game and explained why he consistently held the top spot among the 1996 high school graduates.

It's worth noting that in this era, even big men with all-around skills like Garnett or Chris Webber haven't been able to develop a consistent three-point shooting range, making them rare and valuable.

With a score of 7-2, Paterson's team maintained firm control of the game.

The Geely team advanced to the frontcourt, Garnett made a tactical gesture, and then began to set screens for Pierce.

This gave Pierce the opportunity to be matched up against Thomas.

Defensive is Thomas' biggest problem, which forces Paterson's team to provide help defense.

But just then, Garnett moved to the weak side to set a three-point screen for Yang Shuai, and Pierce's drive-and-kick pass arrived quickly.

No one can guarantee they'll always be on fire, especially high school players.

In previous games, all three of them had their off days, so they gradually developed a tacit understanding of passing the ball to the player who was on fire.

After all, there are three of them, and the chances of all three having a problem with their touch at the same time are very small.

Garnett's pick-and-roll was of high quality, and Yang Shuai received the ball and got an open three-point opportunity.

Without any hesitation, he raised his hand and launched a three-pointer.

"Shh!"

The ball's trajectory was perfect, grazing the net and swishing into the pocket.

The fans at the stadium became increasingly excited.

Paterson started with a 4-0 run, giving the impression that this year's final would be another one-sided massacre, just like last year's.

But who could have imagined that such a situation would be reversed by an Asian player?

Thomas backed down Garnett in the low post, his footwork was beautiful, but his shot was blocked by Garnett.

Just as Carter impressed with his two outstanding defensive plays at the start of the game, Garnett also demonstrated his dominance on the defensive end with a series of blocks.

Keep in mind that during his ninth-year season at Molding High School, he averaged as many as 7 blocks per game!

Carter's three-point attempt missed, Garnett grabbed the rebound, and dribbled the ball up the court.

Yang Shuai received a pass from Pierce during a fast break, and Kobe switched to defend him at that moment.

He opted for a crossover and then a contested layup.

Kobe was ultimately forced to foul, sending Yang Shuai to the free-throw line.

Kobe in his tenth year could already showcase his talent with a gliding dunk, but he was too thin, about the same as Yang Shuai when he first gained weight, which made his physical strength not match that of the current Yang Shuai.

Yang Shuai stepped up to the free-throw line, and there was a lot of interference from the crowd.

However, he made both of his free throws.

In terms of mental fortitude, he, who has already lived a second life, is far superior to his peers.

Vaccaro was already turning around and talking to his colleague next to him. Yang Shuai was on fire, having scored 7 points in a row.

However, Patterson's offensive capabilities are not to be underestimated. Carter cut to the basket and found an opportunity, receiving a pass from Kobe and completing a reverse dunk.

This shot was incredibly entertaining, causing a stir in the stadium, and even Yang Shuai couldn't help but feel envious.

Carter's dunks are not only about jumping high, but also about his speed and flexibility, which makes them extremely beautiful.

With the score at 9-7, the situation on the court gradually became tense.

Paterson's head coach, Jimmy Salmon, then stood up from the bench and waved to his teammates on the field, making tactical gestures.

When Garnett set another screen for Yang Shuai, Thomas abandoned Garnett's cut and instead double-teamed Yang Shuai.

Double-teaming is a challenge for most high school players, including Yang Shuai in the past.

But for Yang Shuai now, that's not the case.

His previous experience in the state AAU competitions and the improvement in his passing ability have allowed him to handle this level of double-teaming with ease.

Before the double team could form, he timed his shot perfectly and sent the ball to Garnett.

Garnett received the ball, took a big step, and slammed it into the basket over Freeman, who was helping on defense.

After dunking, Garnett excitedly pounded his chest and roared, then turned around and bumped chests with Yang Shuai.

In fact, after spending time with Garnett, he felt that Garnett was a gentle and polite person off the court, which was quite different from what Yang Shuai knew. But as soon as he got on the court, Garnett would instantly transform into the "Wolf King" that Yang Shuai knew.

Samon's expression was full of surprise.

Like Thaddeus, he also collected information about the Geely team before the game, focusing on the team's attacking trio of Pierce, Garnett, and Yang.

Garnett was versatile but leaned towards defense and playmaking; Pierce was a scorer but could also organize the offense; and Yang Shuai was a pure scorer.

In comparison, Yang Shuai is the easiest of the three to target; a single double-team can take him down.

But their first attempt has now ended in failure.

Was Thomas's double-team just now not good enough, or did Yang Shuai not have a chance to showcase his passing ability in previous games?

Patterson's attack in the attacking third failed, and in the ensuing turn of events, Geswell had the opportunity to take the lead.

Salmon made another tactical gesture, Thomas retreated to the basket, and Freeman switched to defend Garnett.

As the defending champions, Paterson's execution on the field was quite good.

However, Yang Shuai's response once again impressed everyone.

Although he failed to pass the ball before the double team formed, he created passing space by dribbling to the right after being double-teamed, and then lobbed the ball to Garnett.

Garnett received the ball in the paint, forcing the rest of Patterson's team to collapse, and he took the opportunity to pass the ball to Pierce on the outside.

Pierce seized the opportunity this time, sinking a three-pointer.

9-12, the Geisha team has taken the lead!

This round gave fans a clearer understanding of the team.

Their overall talent may not be as good as Patterson's, but they play more like a team.

Of course, the most impressive player was Yang Shuai. Just as some people who had never seen him play might think that he couldn't play basketball because of his yellow skin, even those who had seen him play didn't expect that his ball handling skills were so outstanding.

With Garnett and Pierce regaining their offensive rhythm, the Geely team was able to compete with the Paterson team on the offensive end.

On the other hand, Kobe was not a good playmaker for Patterson's team. They played individually and relied entirely on their talent to maintain the situation.

The turning point of the game came at the start of the third quarter when Yang Shuai suddenly switched onto Kobe's defense, forcing the latter into a passing error and then making a steal. The Geely team seized the opportunity to go on a run and establish a double-digit lead.

After the situation became unfavorable, everyone on Patterson's team, including Kobe, wanted to step up and turn the tide, but it turned into a series of one-on-one battles.

Samon called two timeouts but couldn't change the situation.

Highly talented people are often arrogant, especially since this is just an AAU competition. As high school students, they don't yet understand what sacrifice means.

The situation of the game thus became clear.

With one minute remaining in the game, the Geswell team still held a double-digit lead, and Thaddeus substituted his key player early.

At that moment, the 10,000 audience members present burst into applause and cheers.

Humans have an inherent sympathy bias, making them more likely to empathize with the underdog and hope that they can overcome the strong.

Tonight's Geswell team not only satisfied this mentality, but they also defeated talent through teamwork, which made people appreciate the charm of basketball even more.

Yang Shuai looked up at the audience and saw Rondo's family waving frantically at him again.

He played so well that Lin Xiulan and the others were overjoyed.

Yang Shuai smiled and waved to them, then gestured for them to wait for him after the game.

Then, his gaze was drawn to Vaccaro in the front row of the stands, and Paulo, who had somehow appeared next to Vaccaro.

Perhaps noticing his gaze, Paul secretly glanced at him and then gave him a thumbs up.

21分6板8助攻2抢断2盖帽，杨帅不仅打出准三双，而且出手了12次命中9球效率奇高，交出了一份满分答卷。

(End of this chapter)