[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-golden-age-of-basketball":3,"chapter-the-golden-age-of-basketball-the-golden-age-of-basketball-chapter-1611":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Golden Age of Basketball",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1445128,1896,"Chapter 1611 - 45: Nightmare Revisited (3)","the-golden-age-of-basketball-chapter-1611",1611,"\u003Cp>A very good defense, Kobe forced a shot but missed. Gan Guoyang cut into the three-second zone, tipped the ball out, and after consecutive jumps, secured the rebound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He passes it to Sabonis, who catches the ball on the right low post, attracting a double team. Sabonis immediately distributes the ball to Gan Guoyang retreating outside the three-point line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gan Guoyang catches the ball, and shoots a quick three-pointer directly!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The shot is incredibly swift, fast and accurate, the ball drops into the center of the net, score!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>35:39! The Trail Blazers extend the lead back to 4 points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Bulls are unaware of the looming danger, only Jordan has a bad feeling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He feels Gan’s hand is getting hot, and that could be trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next possession, Jordan carries the ball himself, trying to draw a foul from Gan Guoyang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gan Guoyang doesn’t fall for it, lets Jordan layup in the basket successfully, it’s 37:39, a 2-point difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this point, Jordan has already scored 22 points, more than half of the team’s total.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, Gan Guoyang dribbles past half court, Kukoc is defending, maintaining a certain distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, just as he crosses half court, Sabonis comes over for a screen, two giants in a pick and roll, easily creating space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gan Guoyang directly launches a three-pointer from a 45-degree angle on the right, another high-arcing shot, hitting again!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two consecutive three-pointers, the Bulls sense danger, Phil Jackson stands up loudly blowing his whistle, warning players to pay attention to Gan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next play, Pippen attempts an answer ball but misses, and Gan Guoyang collects another rebound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a headache, with Gan Guoyang there, offensive rebounds are almost hopeless, can only rely on luck to pick up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking the ball, Gan Guoyang quickly drives the fast break, reminiscent of 1992 when he pierced through the Bulls’ defense alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Bulls immediately converge on Gan Guoyang, Gan immediately passes the ball to Sabonis who is assisting him nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sabonis, the tall tower, easily receives the pass, holds it high over his head without worrying about opponents stealing the ball.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, due to defensive rules, the Bulls can’t double-team Gan Guoyang anymore, otherwise it would be a violation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only Rodman is left to defend Gan Guoyang, maintaining a certain distance, and Sabonis returns the ball to Gan Guoyang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing Rodman, Gan Guoyang smiles slightly, takes a probing step, and before the double team arrives, shoots another three-pointer!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gan Guoyang’s three-point shooting always has a high release point and quick speed, making it very difficult to defend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Rodman barely reacts before the ball gracefully arcs through the air, swishing into the net!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Rose Garden Arena erupts again, with three consecutive three-pointers, Gan Guoyang uses his skilled long-range shooting to quickly expand the lead back to 8 points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Bulls worked hard to catch up, but when Gan Guoyang’s hand explodes, all their efforts seem futile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the playoffs, Gan Guoyang actually takes fewer three-point attempts compared to the regular season; he is more cautious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he feels his long-range touch is off, or the rhythm is wrong, he will abandon the three-pointer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when he feels good and in rhythm, he shoots like rapid-fire cannonballs, shaking his opponents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, examining Gan Guoyang’s stats often shows games with 0\u002F2 or 0\u002F1 from three-point range, while the next game changes to 5\u002F8 or 6\u002F9.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, more often it’s conservative attempts like 2\u002F3 or 1\u002F2.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the pioneer of inside-outside shooting and a top performer of this era, his performance has surpassed other shooters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Reggie Miller wouldn’t dare say, \"My three-point shooting is better than Gan’s\"; in terms of three-point explosiveness, no one compares to this human cannon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Phil Jackson sees the unfavorable situation and immediately calls a timeout for adjustments, not allowing Gan to continue shooting freely, needing tight defense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Gan Guoyang exits, he raises his hand, shouting, \"Make way, be careful of the heat!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bird shakes his head helplessly, what else is there to say?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jackson’s timeout strategy didn’t have much effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the timeout, Jordan assists Lang Li to score a shot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But soon after, Gan Guoyang exploits a gap from the Bulls’ defensive change, drives the ball to the basket, and draws a foul.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He steps to the free-throw line, makes both shots without even aiming, his touch is evidently remarkable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wouldn’t chant spells like Malone before making free throws, fiddling for ages and still uncertain of scoring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once Gan Guoyang starts this streak, the trouble multiplies as his height makes him difficult to defend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jordan has to go full throttle, continuing to duel Gan’s scoring to keep the gap from widening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the efficiency difference between twos and threes, the inherent disadvantage of guards against centers, leaves Jordan always a bit behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The score reaches 42:50, an 8-point difference remains, Jordan has already scored 28 points, yet the Bulls still trail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With 30 seconds left in the first half, each team has one offensive chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Confronted by Riddle and Brellock enclosing him, Jordan skillfully dribbles and muscles his way through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing Gan Guoyang up close, Jordan rises, switches hands in mid-air avoiding the block, and places the ball into the hoop!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jordan really gave it his all, at 35, he’s already flying low, noticeably less airborne compared to before, but still relies on outstanding athleticism to score.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>44:50, leaving only 5 seconds for the Trail Blazers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Trail Blazers quickly inbound from the backcourt, Gan Guoyang takes the ball, and the Bulls players close in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, they don’t dare get too close for fear of fouling; foul count is high, a foul means free throws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gan Guoyang takes big strides dribbling, crosses half court, then shoots a horseback riding ultra-long three-pointer!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jordan leaps from behind attempting a block but can’t manage, Pippen reaches out in front but is a step late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ball speeds towards the hoop, carrying intense spin, hits the backboard, and bounces into the basket!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bang!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bill Walton in the commentary booth can’t help but shout, jumping up with the Rose Garden Arena’s fans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gan Guoyang hits the fourth three-pointer of the second quarter, rewriting the halftime score to 44:53, Trail Blazers lead by 9 points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Jordan and Pippen, it’s like a nightmare revisited, the 1991 finals game six when Gan hit 6 out of 7 from three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also the 1992 finals game five, Gan Guoyang’s last-second three-pointer game-winner, using his height and strength outside to launch uncontested missiles, leaving the Bulls extremely frustrated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Gan Guoyang shrugs at Jordan and Pippen, spreads his hands indicating, \"I can’t help it, my touch is just too good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The camera captures Jordan and Pippen’s resigned expressions, seemingly sealing their fate in this series.\u003C\u002Fp>",1127,"2026-06-06T01:42:05.612Z",1,"novelbin.me","d53cac0e4ac56788167ee00e8bc38d25f8c7204d3a7e6b1afe7916686f8f22c4","the-golden-age-of-basketball-chapter-1612","the-golden-age-of-basketball-chapter-1610",2033,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-golden-age-of-basketball-cover.jpg"]