章 103: Chapter 103: Miller Moment Activated! Tang Lei’s Path to Glory

With the score at 110-102, an 8-point difference, the ball found its way to Tang Lei again. The entire stadium fell silent as Denver fans watched in dread, haunted by his previous miraculous shots. Every time Tang Lei touched the ball, it felt like a knife twisting in their hearts, a reminder of his relentless spirit.

As he crossed half-court, with two defenders converging on him at the left wing, Tang Lei fearlessly rose up and released the ball.

Swish!

Another three-pointer cut through the net, narrowing the score to 110-105. Tang Lei was on fire, continuing his spectacular display. After making the shot, he threw himself into defense with renewed energy. Sensing the pressure, the Nuggets scrambled to pass the ball and run down the clock, but the urgency led to a mistake. Under Tang Lei's intense defense, Murray mishandled the ball, and Tang Lei seized the opportunity, stripping it away.

Wasting no time, he backed up to the three-point line, spun, and shot over a defender. The ball sailed through the air like a missile, straight into the hoop.

110-108!

The crowd was stunned into silence as if witnessing an impossible miracle unfold before their eyes. In just seconds, Tang Lei had drained six consecutive three-pointers, including a 3+1, scoring an unbelievable 19 points in rapid succession. The Warriors' bench erupted in cheers, completely electrified by Tang Lei's unstoppable performance.

The Nuggets, now visibly shaken, had no remaining timeouts. They managed to inbound successfully, with Jokic receiving the ball. Green instantly fouled him, sending Jokic to the free-throw line. With only 11 seconds left and Denver leading by 2, every second mattered.

Jokic approached the line, knowing the pressure of this critical free throw. A four-point lead would nearly guarantee victory, as long as Denver avoided fouling on a three-point attempt. But with only a three-point lead, an opposing three-pointer could tie the game, leaving the door open for the Warriors to force overtime.

The arena fell eerily silent, with many fans closing their eyes, hands clasped in prayer. On the Warriors' side, every player was poised, towels waving to distract Jokic. Tang Lei himself crouched, ready to spring for the rebound.

Jokic took his shot, but something seemed off—the ball hit the back of the rim and bounced high into the air. Tang Lei leapt, snatching the rebound with perfect timing, and immediately pivoted to push downcourt.

"Foul him! Foul him now!" Nuggets coach Michael Malone shouted from the sidelines. Millsap quickly closed in, grabbing Tang Lei to stop the clock.

Tweet!

The referee's whistle pierced the tension in the arena.

Tang Lei was taken aback for a moment, as were his teammates. Denver had opted for an intentional foul, something the Warriors hadn't anticipated. But thinking it over, they understood the strategy. If Denver forced Tang Lei to shoot free throws, they would still maintain possession and time control.

At the line, Tang Lei faced a wave of deafening boos, with Nuggets fans doing everything they could to shake him. Jokic encouraged the crowd, intensifying the pressure.

Taking a deep breath, Tang Lei steadied himself, focused solely on the rim. He released his first free throw with precision.

Swish!

The ball sailed smoothly into the net. 111-109. The Warriors' bench erupted in support as Curry and Durant exchanged a confident look with Tang Lei.

As the cheering subsided, Tang Lei glanced at Curry, a look of mutual understanding passing between them. Curry's eyes flashed with determination, silently conveying his trust and readiness for whatever Tang Lei needed next.

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