The outcome is no longer in doubt.
But this game is still very interesting.
In addition to Rose's unremitting pursuit of points, the other question is whether Jiang Chen can break the Bulls' home scoring record.
With 2 minutes left in the third quarter, Jiang Chen scored 17 points in the quarter and 60 points in the first three quarters!
Just 4 points away from breaking Michael Jordan's home scoring record.
The big screen at the scene has begun to constantly remind the audience that Jiang Chen is about to break Jordan's record.
The fans were all staring at the court nervously, with very complicated emotions.
I don't want Jiang Chen to surpass his idol Jordan's record, but I also expect him to break it.
After all, Jiang Chen scored 60 points in less than three quarters. It would be a pity if he didn't break the record.
In this wavering.
Jiang Chen made another three-pointer at Ben Gordon, which pierced Gordon's heart like a sword.
This was simply the most disastrous defeat in his career.
He never understood why this Chinese player was targeting him so madly.
After seeing Jiang Chen and Rose flirting with each other, Gordon finally realized that this Chinese player was helping Rose!
This is really outrageous beyond belief.
"63 points! Jiang Chen is only 1 point away from tying Jordan's record. Another 2 points and he will break Jordan's record!"
"I actually thought of this possibility before the game, but I thought it was too shocking, after all, Jiang Chen had broken the record before."
"But I didn't expect Jiang Chen to do it! This Chinese player really has unlimited potential! Although his rookie season was wasted and he served as a water dispenser manager for a season, it's not too late for him to break out now."
Barkley said excitedly, his eyes sparkling.
He knew that with Jiang Chen's scoring ability, breaking the record was a foregone conclusion.
"Yes! Other players are improving at a walking pace, one step at a time, and their growth trajectory is very obvious, but Jiang Chen went from being a water dispenser manager to a Lakers starter, and then he got on the Rockets directly. He is improving at a rapid pace!"
Smith exclaimed, shaking his head.
"Jiang Chen should hurry up and break the record before the end of the third quarter, otherwise there will be no need to play in the fourth quarter when it enters garbage time."
Barkley said anxiously, looking at the game time, which was not much left.
"When Kobe scored 62 points in three quarters, it was already amazing and caused great craze at the time. But now Jiang Chen has scored 62 points or more in three quarters twice in less than eight games. I think he will cause craze in the whole United States."
Smith said, already looking forward to it.
"No! You're wrong. It's not the whole United States, it's the whole world."
Barkley said lightly, pretending to be cool for Jiang Chen.
On the stadium.
The Lakers attack.
Jiang Chen missed a three-pointer from the outside.
The rebound was grabbed by Noah and then passed to Ben Gordon, who dribbled across half court alone and controlled the offensive time outside the three-point line at the top of the arc.
There were less than 20 seconds left in the third quarter.
This will be the last attack of the third quarter.
Barkley and Smith both shook their heads when they saw this.
After Jiang Chen missed that three-pointer, they knew it would be difficult for Jiang Chen to break Jordan's record.
Because judging from the current situation, the Bulls will inevitably use up all the time in this final attack.
After the game enters the fourth quarter, Jiang Chen will definitely not play again.
There is no way to break the record this way.
Just this one goal!
What a pity.
The shot clock is ticking quickly.
With 10 seconds left, Noah moved up to the high post and set a pick-and-roll for Ben Gordon.
He broke through to the free throw line with the help of a screen, intending to end this final attack with a quick stop jump shot.
Just at this moment.
Gordon suddenly slipped, lost his balance, and fell to the ground.
The basketball hit the floor and bounced twice.
It just rolled to Jiang Chen's feet.
Ben Gordon: "???"
Barkley: "???"
Smith: "???"
Audience: "???"
Jiang Chen picked up the basketball with a confused look on his face. Without thinking too much, he subconsciously dribbled towards the front court to initiate a fast break.
There are 5 seconds left.
After Jiang Chen dribbled across half court, he stopped outside the three-point line and shot a three-pointer.
The basketball drew a high arc.
Swish.
Hollow into the net.
Jiang Chen scored 66 points, breaking Jordan's record of 64 points at the Bulls' home court in just three quarters.
beep!
Then came the whistle that marked the end of the third quarter.
Jiang Chen raised his hands high with a look of surprise on his face.
Is this a record-breaking one?
Is Gordon trying to trick me, or is he trying to give me some warmth?
If it is to send warmth, then I hope there will be more steals like this...
This really proves the old saying: If it is destined to be yours, it will come to you eventually; if it is not destined to be yours, don't force it.
Jiang Chen was actually prepared to play for two more minutes in the fourth quarter, but Gordon's warmth allowed him to complete his task ahead of schedule.
This way you can clock out early.
The Bulls players all looked at Gordon who was lying on the ground, and then looked at the coach on the sidelines.
Now they finally understand why the coach benched Gordon at the critical moment.
With this operation, it will be difficult for the Lakers to lose!
And he helped Jiang Chen break Jordan's scoring record at the Bulls' home court. I wonder what Jordan would think if he knew that.
Ben Gordon staggered to his feet, feeling like crying but unable to do so, and began to doubt his life.
This mistake was undoubtedly historic and left the most significant mark on his Battle of Waterloo.
Because of his mistake, Jiang Chen had the opportunity to steal the ball, which allowed Jiang Chen to break Jordan's record.
Undoubtedly, at this historic moment, Ben Gordon's name will go down in NBA history along with Jiang Chen's record-breaking performance.
This can no longer be described as a shame.
I think his mistake will become a laughing stock among fans for many years to come.
"Shhhhh!"
The audience burst into huge boos.
But this time the booing was not directed at Jiang Chen, but at Ben Gordon.
This guy's performance was really disappointing.
Can he become the team leader with such performance?
Look at the performance of rookie Rose, he really took on the responsibility of a leader!
"Gordon, get off the field!"
"Gordon, don't say you are the Bulls' ace anymore. It's too embarrassing."
"Gordon, you are a disgrace to Chicago and an enemy of Jordan!"
...
Some radical fans shouted angrily, not giving Gordon any face at all.
Of course, some of Gordon's fans stood up to defend Gordon, but his performance today was really disappointing!
Even the Bulls coach sighed helplessly.
In just one game, Ben Gordon destroyed all the prestige and popularity he had built in Chicago.
When Gordon is no longer trusted by the fans, or even by his coach, his career is in danger!