Chapter 445: History's First Record

No matter how the media tries to suppress Fan Xi, an unchangeable fact stands before them: 72 wins is already a monument.

But Kuaisuan's momentum has not yet halted.

Will the team waiting for Kuaisuan to clinch the 73rd win be the Celtics?

This is not a number worth celebrating.

For the Celtics, a powerhouse team, being merely a historical backdrop for others is unacceptable.

Yet, what can they change?

Bao Luo Pi Er Si still swears confidently, saying the Celtics will not sit idle nor let Kuaisuan dictate life and death.

But it is now April 2013; back in the summer of 2008 he boasted that he was the world's top guard, and at that time no one contradicted him. He took down James, took down Kobe, won that year's championship, and was named MVP. Even though in a crucial game he suffered a stomach upset, even soiling himself.

Kevin Jia Neite, before the game began, once again expressed goodwill to Fan Xi. Jia Neite still believes he has the power for a fight, fully able to, based on the "favor" of joining Kuaisuan on a low salary, purchase Kuaisuan's shares from Fan Xi.

He is eager to become a small shareholder of a team.

However, Fan Xi has no interest in his investment and does not think Jia Neite has much money.

So Fan Xi told him: "Jennifer bought into Kuaisuan at a valuation of 3 billion USD; she put in 150 million USD."

If the last time was a polite refusal, this time Fan Xi is very clear.

Fan Xi does not want to leave Jia Neite any room for further discussion.

Hearing that figure, Jia Neite was indeed shocked. He said: "I think my influence can bring something more important than valuation. Jie Ke, imagine if Kuaisuan were a team of Jie Ke Fan and Jia Neite, how many fans would go crazy."

Fan Xi smiled. "When we collaborate, you just think about taking advantage."

"We're already crazy enough, Kevin," Fan Xi said. "When we achieve the historic first regular‑season record, our valuation will rise. Are you sure you want to get on board now? Before midnight tonight, I can make a small‑share deal with you at a 3 billion USD valuation. How much cash can you put up?"

Fan Xi told Jia Neite: "Across the league, except for the New York Knicks, you won't find any team whose finances are more perfect than Kuaisuan. Our various profits rank first in the league, and we can give small shareholders substantial dividends each year."

"Umm…"

Jia Neite fell silent. He is indeed very rich, the highest‑paid player in NBA history. Yet a 3 billion USD valuation remains an unattainable game for him.

He needs to negotiate with many investors, even approach investment banks, brokerage firms, various sponsors, and assemble a team.

But Fan Xi clearly looks down on that.

After all, Kuaisuan is not a negative‑asset; he doesn't like poring over hundreds of pages of contract statements, he only likes simple cash deals.

However, Jia Neite is not a player who can sit at this table.

The capability doesn't allow it.

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Jia Neite tried to prove himself in the game, wanting Fan Xi to understand that even if he lacks money, his on‑court ability can fully win over Los Angeles fans and help Kuaisuan maintain its influence… knowing that next season Fan Xi will leave Kuaisuan.

After Jia Neite lost his explosiveness, his defensive impact remained but his threat diminished, and his scoring ability has always been weak; in the later stage of his career he was even mockingly called the "Iron‑blooded Jump Shot."

Based solely on current ability, Jia Neite is inferior to Nowitzki by a clear margin. Moreover, after Nowitzki won the championship last season, his historical standing has, in some sense, surpassed Jia Neite.

Jia Neite gained no benefit in his matchup against Nowitzki.

And when Mili Xiqi entered, Jia Neite collapsed even more.

If it were peak Jia Neite, he could use his agility to shake off Mili Xiqi. But now, Mili Xiqi's physical condition surpasses his, and after this season's grind, he is increasingly confident, performing at elite level on both offense and defense.

Moreover, his trash talk is harsh.

"Hey, KG, I heard you were once blocked by Carmelo Anthony on a bus and didn't dare get off, is that true?"

"KG, I heard you were taken down by a rookie in training camp, and you gave the rookie two punches, beating him until his head bled—true?"

"KG, what do you think of the GIFs of you on the internet? They all say you're a 'fight‑and‑retreat' power forward."

"…KG, have you really tried a donut with hair?"

"……"

Jia Neite, furious beyond control, could no longer bear it in the third quarter and head‑butted Mili Xiqi, who fell instantly.

The head referee, amid the arena's boos, ejected Jia Neite.

As he left, Jia Neite, extremely angry, complained to the referee, "That guy curses too dirty."

The referee, who has been blowing whistles for almost 20 years in the NBA, thought… are there any NBA players who curse dirtier than you, Jia Neite?

Jia Neite left the court.

The Green Shirt Army was left with only Bao Luo Pi Er Si fighting alone; tonight he faced Leonard and Butler.

Pierce is the epitome of a classic power forward: his body is strong, his offensive repertoire diverse, his technique delicate, and his feint steps are superb.

This style could last many years, though its efficiency will steadily decline.

Tonight, his efficiency dropped especially noticeably.

Leonard and Butler poured all their defensive energy into Pierce, creating a new game mode: "I may not know much about offense, but don't even think you understand it."

Pierce was thus dragged down.

Jia Neite was fouled out.

Pierce's efficiency was low.

Who else is left?

Long Zhongfeng!

La Jian Long Duo now indeed shows a hint of leadership; he is an elite point guard who grew up under the wings of the Three Giants.

During Fan Xi's rise, for a long period people compared Fan Xi with La Jia Long Duo.

Because they share the same obvious flaws.

But now Fan Xi's shooting off the dribble is near average, while Long Duo remains the same.

Nowadays, anyone still comparing Fan Xi and Long Duo must be mad. It's not even like the North Qiao Feng vs. South Murong contrast; Long Duo's obstinacy is just a different kind of.

Bang!

Lu Bi Ao took two steps, and La Jia Long Duo hammered the iron resolutely.

At this shooting level, Lu Bi'ao is already better than him; at least when Lu Bi'ao shoots unguarded his field‑goal percentage stays above the standard line, but Lu Bi'ao simply dislikes contact and his shooting arc is very flat.

So the game lost its suspense before even reaching the fourth quarter.

The Staples Center entered a long celebration, with over twenty‑thousand home fans shouting loudly in unison, welcoming the arrival of the NBA's first historic record.

The regular‑season historic record created by Michael Jordan and his Bulls was taken by the Clippers.

For Clippers fans, this is unprecedented glory; they feel genuine pride.

No matter what the media that despise Fan Xi say, they cannot change the fact: Fan Xi has made the Clippers the most glorious team in Los Angeles.

The Los Angeles Lakers' unachieved record was broken by the Clippers tonight, and the historic nature of this statistic will continue to expand.

Seventy‑three wins are far from the finish line; the endpoint could very well be seventy‑six wins.

And once they reach seventy‑six wins, it will become an unbreakable record.

MVP! MVP! MVP!

Deafening cheers and roars rang out inside the Staples Center.

Fan Xi once again recorded a triple‑double in this game: 26 points, 11 assists, 10 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks.

Fan Xi's season averages are 25.8 points, 11.7 assists, 9.6 rebounds, 2.5 steals, 2.0 blocks; his personal stats are historic. He logged 46 triple‑doubles this season, including a super triple‑double of 60+20+10, two 50+ triple‑doubles, and five 40+ triple‑doubles.

It can be said that the number of triple‑doubles Fan Xi amassed in a single season already exceeds the lifetime triple‑double totals of other superstars.

Moreover, Fan Xi hasn't even deliberately padded his stats.

Therefore, this season's regular‑season MVP became the first uncontested award; everyone knows who should receive it.

Unless the NBA no longer cares about credibility at all.

When the final whistle blew, it marked the end of a nightmare for the Celtics.

Even though they don't want to be footnotes in history, they cannot change that.

The Staples Center boiled over at the sound of the whistle, everyone shouting Fan Xi's name; the Clippers' home arena had prepared grand streamers that fluttered across the sky.

Celebrating the arrival of this historic moment.

Meanwhile, the global internet boiled over for this brand‑new record; 73 wins topped worldwide trending lists, with Fan Xi surpassing Jordan and following closely behind.

This is one of the most important records in the basketball world.

Seventy‑two wins were previously thought unbreakable, but now Fan Xi has done it.

Fan Xi has constantly created miracles, constantly accomplishing the impossible.

Clippers fans' happiness at this moment is beyond measure.

They thank Fan Xi for his arrival: winning the championship in his first season, breaking the regular‑season record in his second.

At the same time, the saddest are the Lakers fans in the same city. Some of them have already joined the Clippers fan base… if you can't beat them, join them, so you don't feel bad.

Such a switch from darkness to light is perfectly normal in the sports world.

"Thanks to Coach Maikelbang, thanks to Bilupusi, thanks to Doug, thanks to Smith, thanks to every member of the coaching staff, thanks to every staff member. We have obtained the best tactical system, which allows our talent to perform consistently in every game."

"Thanks to every teammate, thanks for giving their all in each game and maintaining fierce fighting spirit in every intra‑team scrimmage. Maintaining such high morale and fighting spirit throughout this long season is not easy. Today's record proves to everyone that we are the NBA's toughest, most resilient, most combative team."

"There are three games left; we won't stop our stride, we will put a perfect period on this perfect regular season."

After the game, Fan Xi took the microphone and spoke to all the fans.

His shout caused waves of cheers throughout the Staples Center.

Everyone was convinced by Fan Xi, believing every word he said.

Fan Xi said that if we want to put a perfect period, it will certainly be possible.

Thus, 73 wins are definitely not the endpoint.

Maikelbang later gave a speech; he was deeply moved, even a bit hoarse, and still felt incredible about becoming the coach with the highest winning percentage in history.

"Thanks to God, who kept us healthy all season. Thanks to my partners, who made our tactics run smoothly all season. Thanks to Jieke Fan, who took us to the pinnacle. If you haven't worked with him, you wouldn't believe there could be a player born solely for basketball."

"I feel fortunate to live in Fan Xi's era, and even more fortunate to be a witness to Fan Xi's era."

"Jieke Fan is the best player in the world. No one has more say than I do; I swear to God my devotion at this moment."

Maikelbang concluded with a heartfelt statement.

His words sent the Staples Center into another wave of screams and shouts.

Maikelbang was once Le Bu Lang Zhang Si's head coach; he accompanied Zhang Si's development and, together with him, reached the Finals.

He is regarded as Zhang Si's best partner.

Before that, although he had the answer in his heart, he never revealed it.

Now, when the entire U. S. basketball community is deliberately suppressing Fan Xi, saying this requires great courage.

But his words are more effective than those of ten thousand basketball experts; as he said, he is the person with the most authority.

Milihichi popped the champagne, spraying it with Xiao Qiaodan, and then Arenas joined the squad.

Butler and Leonard lifted the pretentiously modest Nowitzki, while Fan Xi, together with Hamilton Deng Taijones, tossed pre‑prepared commemorative T‑shirts around the arena for the enthusiastic fans.

The Clippers' atmosphere is fantastic.

This season they interact like family; nothing chaotic occurs between them. The locker room is harmonious—though each has their own personality, no one offends another; they respect each other, tease each other, and help each other.

That's why the team can continuously keep winning, moving from one winning streak to the next.

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73 wins!

Accompanied by the post‑game wild celebration footage at the Staples Center.

The Clippers have forged a new history.

Michael Jordan was the first to extend his congratulations; he was very gracious, saying he was delighted to see it all happen and highly praised the NBA's flourishing prosperity. He even made a remark akin to "Flowing water does not vie for being first; it strives for endless continuity."

Phil Jackson also congratulated Fan Xi in New York; he was thrilled to see the new record born and emphasized his agreement with Maikelbang's words.

Steve Kerr, as the Warriors' head coach and a former member of the Bulls dynasty, also sent congratulations to Fan Xi, but he stressed that if the 73‑win Clippers faced the 72‑win Bulls, the Bulls would certainly win.

Dennis Rodman was spouting nonsense, as usual mocking modern basketball; he said that today's games have no real competition, that the Bulls could now achieve 82 wins.

He looked very proud.

Some media, even at this moment, kept spouting nonsense, pointing out the four teams that Kuaisuan lost to this season: the Bulls, the Heat, the Lakers, and the Thunder—all top‑tier teams. This implies that if Kuaisuan meets them in the playoffs, they will lose the series.

It is almost a curse.

They also deliberately spread certain remarks there: in fact, those teams have long known how to handle Kuaisuan, but they keep it hidden. They just want to watch Kuaisuan swagger. After all, beating a team that sets regular‑season records is far more interesting than beating a consistently average strong team.

Those nonsense remarks did not affect Kuaisuan's next move.

They arrived in Detroit.

The Motor City is now visibly declining, and the Oban Mountain Palace is about to be demolished.

The Pistons' current leader is Starkey, an obscure fellow.

Bilupusi and Hamilton returned to the old site, feeling nostalgic, for nine years ago they had created the Commoner's Five Tiger Miracle here.

Now it is battered by wind and rain, a scene of decay.

Detroit fans are not as defiant as Charlotte's fans; they sit sparsely in the arena. As the bottom‑ranked team this season, they can only hope this year's draft lottery yields a good pick to select a rebuilding cornerstone.

As for anything that could stop Kuaisuan from further extending its record, it no longer concerns them.

It's like a corporate drone suffocated by life and work—what else can one do but lie flat?

In this game, Fan Xi didn't even start; he has already begun preparing for the playoffs.

He needs to give the bench teammates more opportunities to train.

The result of that training was another crushing loss for the Pistons.

Kuaisuan's flight headed to Philadelphia at night, carrying a 74‑win record, aiming to secure the 75th win there.

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