Reborn in 96, I started by taking charge of the Dallas Mavericks.

The fourth quarter begins.

Because the two teams were close in score, both head coaches coincidentally fielded their key players at the start of the fourth quarter.

After all, the substitute players of both teams are relatively weak. If substitute players are brought on now, they may be swept away by the opponent in one fell swoop.

"Kobe has already scored 57 points, we can't let him score anymore, stop him!"

"It's the last quarter, we must win this game!"

Before going on the court, the 76ers' head coach addressed the players.

Kobe, who had been in a slump for a month, suddenly had a strong outburst today, putting pressure on the 76ers.

The good news is that they are still in the lead.

After hearing the head coach's instructions, the 76ers players strode confidently onto the court.

With the 76ers in possession, Iverson quickly advanced the ball to the frontcourt.

"Kobe took the initiative to defend Iverson. Is this a head-to-head matchup?"

"I've been looking forward to this whole match, and now this moment has finally arrived!"

At the start of the fourth quarter, the matchups between the two teams changed somewhat.

Kobe took the initiative to switch defensive roles with Nash, with Kobe guarding Iverson.

In this game, Iverson also performed exceptionally well, scoring 40 points, second only to Kobe.

Iverson had the ball at the high post and saw Kobe guarding him. Iverson signaled to his teammates to pull him away so he could take on Kobe one-on-one.

Seeing this, the 76ers players immediately moved aside, giving Iverson space.

Iverson lowered his center of gravity to prepare for a drive, and Kobe carefully observed Iverson's movements, taking a few steps back and creating an opening.

Seeing the opportunity, Iverson didn't hesitate and started moving instantly.

Using his speed advantage, Iverson drove half a body length ahead of Kobe to the vicinity of the free throw line.

Seeing that the Mavericks' interior defense was undefended, Iverson wanted to continue his drive to the basket.

But at that moment, Ben suddenly abandoned his own defender and came over to help defend.

Iverson made a sudden stop and took a mid-range shot before Ben Wallace could come to help defend.

Kobe, who was chasing behind, jumped up as Iverson was about to pull up for a mid-range shot.

Snapped!

A crisp voice sounded.

Kobe blocked the shot from behind Iverson.

After blocking Iverson's shot, Kobe ran towards the frontcourt without looking back.

"Go, Kobe!!!"

With a roar from Ben Wallace, the orange basketball flew from the Mavericks' half of the court towards the 76ers' half.

At this point, it was too late for the 76ers to get back on defense.

All I could do was watch Kobe slam the ball into the basket with a tomahawk dunk.

"59 points!"

"Kobe has scored his 59th point of the game!"

"I don't know who can stop Kobe from scoring tonight!"

Kobe's performance today was so outstanding that it captivated the commentators and fans in the arena.

Who would dare say Kobe was a bust second overall pick?

Which dubious runner-up could score 59 points in one night?

Moreover, the fourth quarter has only just begun, and Kobe's scoring record tonight is still being broken.

"Good job!"

"Kobe, that was such a cool dunk!"

Kobe returned to his own half of the court, and his teammates immediately came up to him to high-five and celebrate.

After this shot went in, Kobe Bryant broke his personal single-game scoring record again, and the gap between the two teams was further narrowed.

Turning back, Iverson used a pick-and-roll screen to hit a mid-range pull-up jumper.

This time, Kobe was blocked by Coleman and couldn't block Iverson.

Ben Wallace serves, Nash advances the ball.

After Nash came up to the frontcourt, Kobe immediately called for the ball in the low post.

Seeing Kobe ask for the ball, Coleman shifted his position slightly, with one foot already inside the three-second zone, ready to double-team at any moment.

Nash noticed this and instead of rushing to pass the ball to Kobe, he stood outside the three-point line pretending to want to pass but hesitated.

And just like that, three seconds passed.

The referee immediately blew his whistle.

"White team, number 44 committed a three-second violation."

"Blue team, one free throw and one possession."

The three-second violation is a very common mistake in NBA games.

Generally speaking, defensive players cannot stand in the three-second zone for an extended period during a game. If they stand in this zone for more than three seconds, they will be called for a three-second violation.

The attacking team will be given one free throw and possession, meaning they will have one free throw and possession of the ball.

With a free throw and possession, Kobe stepped up to the free throw line and calmly sank the ball!

60 points!

Kobe scored his 60th point of the night!

Then, Ben Wallace served the ball from outside the sideline.

Nash receives the ball beyond the three-point line, and Kobe continues to call for the ball in the low post.

After being called for a three-second violation, Coleman became hesitant and dared not stand in the three-second zone to double-team Kobe again.

With the double-team threat gone, Nash immediately passed the ball to Kobe.

Upon receiving the pass, Kobe immediately posted up Jerry Stackhouse and scored with his signature turnaround jumper.

62 points!

Kobe's single-game scoring record is still being broken!

This was also the 5th point scored in this quarter!

The 76ers are on offense, and Iverson brings the ball up the court to organize the attack.

The Mavericks suddenly changed their defensive formation, switching to a zone defense.

There are two ways to break a zone defense: the first is to have a big man who can shoot mid-range shots and pass the ball, and the second is to have an exceptional three-point shooting ability.

Unfortunately, the 76ers didn't have either of them.

So when the Mavericks suddenly changed their defensive formation, they were caught off guard.

When Jerry Stackhouse was about to commit a 24-second violation, he forced a shot, but the ball missed.

Ben Wallace secured the rebound and immediately passed it to Nash, who had already run to the midcourt line.

The Mavericks started a fast break, suddenly increasing the pace of the game.

Meanwhile, Kobe and Peja had already taken their positions and were standing outside the three-point line.

Seeing this, Nash quickly got the ball on.

A through ball sailed over two 76ers defenders and into Peja's hands.

Peja faked out Iverson's pursuit and drew the attention of the 76ers' defenders.

At that moment, Kobe had already reached the other side at a 45-degree angle and was unguarded.

Peja was also very sensible; instead of attacking himself, he passed the ball to Kobe, who was unguarded.

After receiving the ball, Kobe fired a three-pointer, and the basketball swished through the net!

This basket helped the Mavericks tie the game, and Kobe Bryant also scored his 65th point of the game!

"Kobe's shooting touch is on fire! Dunks, mid-range shots, three-pointers, he can do it all!"

"He has already scored a terrifying 65 points tonight!"

"Who exactly said Kobe was no good? Who said he was inferior to Iverson?"

In the commentary booth, several commentators were so excited that they were incoherent.

Before the game, the two teams were well aware of the rivalry between their star players.

In particular, the media's exaggerated and mocking portrayal of Kobe.

But now, all the belittling and ridicule seem like a joke.

Kobe silenced everyone with his baskets.

Most importantly, the reality check continues.