NBA: The Basketball Miracle

On the evening of November 12, after the game between the 76ers and the Knicks ended, the fans at the scene were still shouting the players' names, and the noise was endless.

In this nationally televised game, Allen Iverson played 44 minutes, made 10 of 19 shots, 5 of 9 from beyond the three-point line, and 10 of 17 free throws, scoring a game-high 35 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals and 5 turnovers.

With the score behind, Iverson continued to attack the basket in the fourth quarter. Charlie Ward and Larry Johnson both fouled out with 6 fouls, and Oakley and Ewing also had 5 fouls.

101:108, the Knicks finally held on to their lead and successfully won the game.

Although Iverson scored high points, the rookie seemed very depressed after the game. After saying hello, he left the court in a depressed mood.

The national live games in the middle of the week are usually broadcast by TNT. At this time, Lee was interviewed by the young Craig Sager with a smile on his face on the sidelines:

"Lee, you broke another record tonight. At the age of 18 years and 316 days, you became the youngest player in NBA history to score 20 points!"

"This is incredible. Few young players can achieve such numbers. Can you share your experience?"

Craig Sager smiled and handed the microphone to Lee. Witnessing history made the TNT sideline reporter look particularly excited.

Lee had never paid attention to these data until he heard the reminder and realized that Excel had not exploded in this era:

"I put up good numbers mainly because I'm on the Knicks. 6 wins and 1 loss, a perfect start!"

"As for the record, it's not important. Don't forget that there are players younger than me in the same rookie class. Maybe in a few days, this record will be changed."

Craig Sager was a little surprised to notice that Lee was not interested in these records, but he was prepared and immediately asked with a smile:

"The scoring record may be broken, but before that, you are still the youngest player in NBA history to get 10 points and 10 assists!"

"18 years and 311 days old, Lee, I believe this record will be hard to break. It is not easy to score and assist in double figures at the same time."

Lee blinked. He had indeed not paid attention to the news on TV or in the newspapers after returning to New York.

When he heard Sager was going to continue bragging, he quickly interrupted and said,

"These records are not important. I played for two years in college and have a deeper understanding of the game. There won't be any more records, right?"

Craig Sager laughed, patted Lee on the shoulder, and joked loudly:

"November is only halfway through, you still have a chance to continue to set records, Lee, you don't look like a young man, look at these enthusiastic fans at the scene, they may care about these data more than you do!"

Lee looked around and found that the New York fans were indeed more enthusiastic, and TNT staff also surrounded them in a large circle.

At this point, Lee has personally experienced the impact of data. As he continues to be interviewed, he sighs in his heart:

"No wonder some people are obsessed with data and records in the future. Excel's influence is indeed not small."

When Lee returned to the locker room, the old guys also took advantage of the situation. Charles Oakley grinned and joked loudly:

"Our big star is back. How does it feel to be in the spotlight?"

Lee returned to his seat and didn't care about the other party's teasing tone. He shrugged his shoulders and replied calmly:

"I'm not a high school student. I've won the NCAA championship. These boring records won't help me much in the competition."

Walter McCarty, a rookie standing by, felt sad. He hadn't established himself in the team yet and couldn't even get playing time, while Lee had already become famous in the league and the focus of media attention. He shot 7 of 12, 3 of 7 from beyond the three-point line, 3 of 3 free throws, 20 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 1 turnover.

Larry Johnson, who was looking at the technical statistics, saw Lee's data and said meaningfully:

"Lee, I like your performance in this game. Maybe you are more suitable to start. Damn it, Charlie, do you think I am right?"

Charlie Ward, who wanted to be invisible, could only laugh dryly when he saw the "grandmamm" looking at him unkindly:

"Lee is indeed very good, but I have to listen to the coach's arrangements. You know, Bro, I just play as required."

In the previous games, Larry Johnson always couldn't catch the ball, so Charlie Ward took the blame.

The "Grandmama" was not polite tonight. She didn't pass the ball and did it herself. She made 10 of 17 shots, 2 of 6 from beyond the three-point line, and 6 of 7 free throws, scoring a team-high 28 points!

(A/N: Grandmama😂 She😂)

Starks didn't want to embarrass Charlie Ward, so he acted as a peacemaker again:

"Don't make things difficult for the rookie. We have a record of 6 wins and 1 loss, which is second only to the Bulls. When Pat comes back, let's discuss and have a celebration party."

The atmosphere group also joined in the fun at this time, and it was time for everyone's favorite free eating and drinking session.

Alan Houston and Lee fist-bumped. In recent games, his playing time was reduced and his hit rate was no more than 40%.

However, he did not complain like the "grandmama":

"Well done! But after this game, you have to be prepared. There will definitely be more targeted defense in the next games."

"If your numbers drop, don't worry about it, it's a process all rookies go through!"

Hearing Alan Houston's advice, Lee smiled and nodded. He wished that his opponent would be stronger, so that he could integrate his talent faster.

At the press conference after the game, Jeff Van Gundy thought he would be praised, but the first question from the picky New York reporter made him frown:

"Can you talk about why Lee didn't get playing time in the third quarter? We all noticed that such a rotation affected his performance."

"We played very well in the third quarter and suppressed our opponents. Charlie has more defensive experience, while Lee still needs to continue learning in this area."

Jeff Van Gundy's answer did not satisfy the New York reporters at the scene, and soon someone asked again:

"Why don't we play faster? Lee set a record against the Warriors. Will he get a chance to start later?"

Patrick Ewing, who was sitting next to Van Gundy, was in a bad mood. In tonight's game, he made 12 of 23 shots and got a big double-double of 26 points and 15 rebounds, but no one paid attention to his performance.

Jeff Van Gundy answered the questions in a formulaic manner with a blank expression, and he was a little annoyed in his heart.

If it were Pat Riley, these New York media would definitely not question it, but instead praise the team's record.

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On the morning of the 13th, Iverson and Lee once again made the front-page headlines of various print media sports sections, and the influence of the live broadcast across the United States began to spread.

Various sports programs also began to praise the two. In TNT's post-match analysis program, McHale did not follow suit. Facing the camera, he said seriously:

"The sample size is too small. I am cautiously optimistic about their performance. Don't forget that they are just first-year rookies."

"The big players are the real core of the team. As the season progresses, it becomes difficult for the small guards to have outstanding performances after their technical characteristics are understood."

When the host Ernie Johnson heard this point of view, he immediately responded with a smile:

"There are exceptions to everything. Lee has broken the league record, and Iverson has scored 30+. Perhaps the era of the short guys is about to begin!"

McHale laughed and retorted cheerfully:

"Given the current environment in the league, it is difficult for the Pistons to be like that again. No one can replicate Isaiah Thomas' experience!"

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