UCL head coach Mr. Ben Holland walked to the sidelines and signaled Jordan Farmar to lower the tempo and win steadily.

However, Farmar is obviously a bit superior.

Having been eaten continuously on both offense and defense, he is now like a bull whose tail has been stepped on, and he can't wait to push back.

At this time, he didn't know that even if he pushed back, the NBA would have a very bad impression of him: the NBA doesn't like such a hot-headed defender.

What's more, he doesn't have much advantage against Li Zhen now.

He was able to get whatever he wanted from Li Zhen before because of his absolute advantage in physical strength. But now... although there is still a gap, it is no longer enough to support Farmar to do whatever he wants.

Phew! Phew!

After two consecutive hits to no avail, Farmar quickly changed direction and tried to complete the assault directly, but was once again enveloped by Li Zhen's broad wingspan. He could only accelerate and break through one step, quickly retreat, and then take off to take action...

…boom!

Basketball blacksmithing.

"With Bruce's physical condition, as long as he keeps up with his strength and body, his agility and coordination, and his explosive power, he can definitely become a defensive hero at the No. 1 position. Look at his long arms, look at his huge

He is completely equipped for a top defensive player."

Jason Kidd was full of praise.

Kobe Bryant nodded. He not only agreed that Li Zhen’s long arms and big hands were very suitable for defense. He also found that Li Zhen’s positioning was also very smart. Although his lateral movement ability was weak and his tracking footsteps were not fast...but his excellent stance

Position selection is the main reason why Farmar failed to break through directly this time.

In other words, Li Zhen's basic conditions and brain are top-notch. But... he lacks strength, explosive power, coordination, agility... and other talent points.

These things can be improved the day after tomorrow, but I just don’t know how much they can be improved.

This is also the reason why many teams are waiting and watching.

At the same time, Scott forcibly knocked the rebound off Bias' head, and then handed it to Li Zhen again.

When Li Zhen brought the basketball to the frontcourt, the UCLa head coach on the sidelines quickly made defensive adjustments. He asked the top defensive expert Afflalo to mark Li Zhen.

In an instant, Li Zhen felt the overwhelming defensive pressure.

Afflalo's height and wingspan are at the level of an authentic small forward, and he has quite a lot of defensive experience. He neither presses forward nor relaxes his vigilance.

Just standing in front of Li Zhen is already a natural barrier!

Li Zhen tried several attacks, but was blocked all the time... The weakness of his explosive power made it impossible for him to dodge and break up the defense.

At this time, Scott quickly came out to cover him.

Under Scott's cover, Li Zhen's speed advantage finally came into play in the second step. He quickly cut into the three-point line and left the pursuing Afflalo nearly one step behind.

Afflalo is actually a little puzzling about this: Why is a person with such poor explosive power so fast after opening up?

At this moment, Bruce Lee had already rushed into the free throw line. Facing the oncoming help defender, he paused briefly, attracted Bias to lift up further, and then hit the basketball directly to the ground... Bang.

!The basketball quickly rebounded into the depths of the penalty area. Frank Benson received the basketball and faced the defense of the UCL small forward. With his physical advantage, he easily put the basketball into the basket.

Whoosh!

73:78.

Only 5 points left.

There are more than three minutes left in the game.

The UCL Bruins Alliance requested a timeout, and coach Ben Holland felt a real threat. If this game is eliminated by Stanford's counterattack, then the entire UCL will be disgraced.

Serious adjustments must be made.

Legendary alumnus Reggie Miller praised Ben Holland's timeout on the TV: "The timing was very good. I believe that as long as the Bruins wake up and advance the game at the right pace, there is absolutely no possibility for Stanford to overtake. Between the two teams,

The real strength between them is not at the same level at all."

In fact, everyone agrees on this point.

Before the game, most people thought UCL would win easily.

Judging from the current situation, Stanford has even performed extremely well.

But Li Zhen didn't think so. He called the players together for the first time on the bench and everyone gathered together.

He told everyone in a firm voice: "The purpose of our coming here is not to witness the UCL Bruins breaking into the Elite Eight again, and then to raise our hands arrogantly and accept the cheers of the audience."

"Many people are saying that we have created miracles, and it is amazing that we can achieve the results we have now...but!"

"Screw it! Why can't we go further?"

"There are still 3 minutes left and we are only 5 points behind. Why should we give up our spot in the quarterfinals to UCLa? Just because this is their home court? Just because they are a traditional giant?"

"Believe me, guys! As long as we unite, defend well, and run in the right position, I will definitely lead everyone to the quarterfinals. The Crimson Storm will never stop today."

"I hope that twenty years from now, when everyone looks back on their college years, when talking about today's game, their blood is still boiling and their eyes are still filled with tears!"

Bruce Lee is roaring like a tiger in everyone's heart.

Jamie Lin, who was standing nearby, saw with his own eyes that the expressions on the faces of all the players, even T.J. Walton, were becoming resolute and their fists were clenching tightly.

As Li Zhen said, why should we give up the game? Why can't we continue to create miracles? This is... the greatest moment of our college career!

"Put your hands up."

"one-two-three, fighting"

When Bruce Lee took the lead in shouting the slogan, the Stanford Crimson Team displayed the momentum they felt like soldiers marching onto the battlefield!

Li Zhen's fighting spirit was completely ignited.

Jamie Lin murmured in his heart: Bruce has changed. He is no longer the invisible man sitting silently at the end of the bench. He not only showed his own strength, but also showed his leadership charisma. Everyone was impressed by him.

.

He is right, everything must be fought for by oneself. It is difficult to survive in the American basketball world with a golden mean.

Jamie Lin had some thoughts in his heart. In fact, his basketball life also unknowingly embarked on another path.

…

ESPN's camera was always focused on Stanford's bench, so Bruce's words were broadcast verbatim to audiences across the United States.

When Li Zhen shouted the words "I hope that twenty years from now, when everyone looks back on their college years, when talking about today's game, their blood is still boiling and their eyes are still filled with tears!" Many people were touched by it, and the little ones in their hearts were touched.

The flames were ignited irresistibly.

Many middle-aged men even begin to think of a certain sports competition in their middle school days that determined the outcome in one fell swoop...Looking at their fat and sagging belly now, what a wonderful time it was, how many people shouted their names, and how many girls passed their names to them.

The little note really makes people's blood boil and tears come to their eyes just thinking about it!

As a result, the mentality of watching the game subconsciously changed from neutral or leaning towards UCL to supporting Stanford.

They can empathize with this. For this second-rate team that is not optimistic, today is indeed the most glorious moment in their basketball career.

Reggie Miller rubbed his eyelids in the live broadcast room and looked at his excited partner Hollinger next to him.

Then he muttered: So, our UCLA has just become the kind of foil team that is killed by the weak and the strong in the plot of the movie?
Chapter completed!