Chapter 417

This mission must be completed as soon as possible.

Once two years have passed, failing to qualify for the Rookie Challenge will mean only securing AMVP, MVP, and FMVP, causing the difficulty to skyrocket.

Of course.

I don't want to drag this out for that long either.

If possible, it's best to finish it this season, and... the sooner the better within this season.

Then let's set aside the FMVP for now; first, secure the MVP of the All-Star Weekend's Rookie Challenge and the FMVP, along with the MVP after the regular season concludes.

The earliest this can be accomplished is around the Conference Semifinals.

It's no simple task, but I will strive to complete it."

Su Yan now had a goal and a plan in mind.

The next day.

8:00 PM.

Amway Center Arena.

With half an hour remaining before the showdown between the Magic and the Bulls, both teams were actively warming up.

On the court, the atmosphere felt somewhat oppressive.

Why?

During their first meeting early in the season, the two teams sparked a conflict, featuring the iconic scene where "Su the Gentle Thug" descended like a god and knocked out four opponents with a single blow.

Countless fans still remembered it vividly.

This marked the third meeting between the two teams this season.

However... in the second matchup, Tracy McGrady was absent for the Magic, and Su Yan was absent for the Bulls; that particular contest... held no significance.

Tonight.

The Magic players stared intently at Su Yan, one by one.

Zaza, whose nasal bone had been broken and who still wore a protective mask, seethed with rage; McGrady brimmed with fighting spirit, while Shi Diwensen's malicious eyes flashed with ruthlessness.

Tyronn Lue regarded Su Yan with a look of fear and apprehension.

Nearly every player wore a different expression.

Each harbored their own secret calculations; each still resented the previous conflict, anticipating something to unfold tonight.

A fight?

It was not impossible.

No matter how brilliant Su Yan's record might be, when fury clouds the mind, no one believes they are inferior to him.

Even those who had once been knocked unconscious by Su Yan.

Thus... the heavy atmosphere inside the arena seemed like the calm before a storm.

Inside the CCTV-5 broadcast studio.

Yang Yi narrowed his eyes slightly. "I see Zaza; this guy is playing tonight. Su Yan needs to be careful.

That filthy creature is capable of anything."

"Indeed."

Su Qun adjusted his glasses, nodded, and continued, "The two teams had a conflict early in the season, and it wasn't just about Zaza.

Danger always lurks.

Let's hope no conflict arises, and that we can witness another spectacular scoring duel between Su Yan and McGrady."

"Uh..."

Yang Yi pondered for a moment before replying, "If I recall correctly, McGrady is the only player this season who has managed to score over Su Yan with a pull-up jumper."

"Yes."

Su Qun agreed, "McGrady's talent is too extraordinary; this year he appears to be at his absolute peak. Leaving other aspects aside, his offense is truly unstoppable.

Therefore, I want to see both players explode offensively; that would be a visual feast."

"Exactly, exactly~"

On the court.

Very soon.

The main game began.

Both starting lineups took the floor.

Bulls starters: Point Guard: Hinrich, Shooting Guard: Su Yan, Small Forward: Pippen, Power Forward: Antonio, Center: Yao Ming.

Magic starters: Point Guard: Tyronn Lue, Shooting Guard: McGrady, Small Forward: Shi Diwensen, Power Forward: Zhu Wan, Center: DeClercq.

"Jump! Ball!"

The jump ball between Yao Ming and DeClercq.

"Slap!"

There was little suspense.

Yao Ming once again tipped the ball away, securing the first possession for the Bulls; Hinrich brought the ball up the court, arriving at the top of the key.

Dribbling with one hand while scanning for an offensive opportunity.

On one side, Su Yan signaled for the pass, but... Shi Diwensen lunged at him like a mad dog, clinging tightly to Su Yan.

Tonight.

His mission was to wear down Su Yan.

In the last game, Su Yan had knocked him unconscious; tonight, even if another brawl didn't erupt, intense physical confrontation within the realm of basketball was inevitable.

"Bang! Bang! Bang!"

Shi Diwensen pressed Su Yan relentlessly.

But... Su Yan simply ignored him, made a cutback, and shook him off by half a body length, yet he truly stuck like glue.

The next second.

He followed.

Hard to receive the pass; this kind of clinginess that ignores everything is indeed quite troublesome.

Pippen saw it and immediately came up to screen for Su Yan; Su Yan used the screen, shook off Shi Diwensen on the right wing, and charged toward the basket.

"Hah!"

Shi Diwensi's sharp shout came from the other side as he chased over; seeing Su Yan continue his drive into the paint, he narrowed his eyes and thought quickly.

"A cut without the ball?"

Then I just need to block the passing lane in front of me; even if you catch the ball in mid-air, you're helpless without your jumping ability.

You'll still have to go for a second attack after receiving the ball.

Sorry.

I can catch up, and my opponent won't give you a chance for a second attack under the basket either."

Shi Diwensen said this with absolute confidence.

His defensive focus shifted from Su Yan, diverting part of it to Hinrich's passing lane.

At the same time.

Su Yan successfully cut down; seeing Shi Diwensen give him an opening, he immediately pointed upward.

"Got it!"

Hinrich understood instantly and threw a high lob pass.

"Hmm?"

Shi Diwensen froze for a moment upon seeing it, then sneered, "A high lob pass? What does that mean? You want an alley-oop?!"

Based on Su Yan's pitiful jumping ability?

That's laughable!

I'd like to see..."

Before Shi Diwensen's sneer could finish, he turned around and was utterly stunned, standing frozen in place, completely unable to speak.

What?

He saw Su Yan leap high into the air and slam the dunk through the rim!!!