Fadeaway jump shot
"Oh my God, Carlos, a rookie center, actually shook off the NBA Draft's first overall pick, guard Wall?!"
"A center shaking off a guard?"
"Hahaha, yes! A center shaking off a guard. This center from Mexico has a unique playing style, and it's so enjoyable to watch!"
"And that block, truly spectacular!"
"Yes!"
Seeing Wall, who had been shaken off and darted into the paint, the home Suns fans couldn't help but cheer, while Wizards fans stared wide-eyed, showing an expression of disbelief.
Even more crucially,
With Carlos shaking off Wall and hitting a mid-range shot, the point difference was only 2 points. With just one 3-pointer, they could tie the 21-point difference and even take the lead.
"Unbelievable!"
In the commentary booth...
Van Gundy shook his head and clicked his tongue, saying, "Mike, can you imagine a few minutes ago, the Suns were trailing by over 20 points, and now the Wizards are only leading by 2 points. There's still 1 minute and 7 seconds left. The Suns have a real chance to hit a 3-pointer, reverse the score... This is truly magical."
"Yeah..."
Mike Breen also nodded excitedly, saying, "Carlos, this seemingly out-of-nowhere kid from Mexico, is making a magical debut in the NBA. The last 1 minute and 7 seconds. Let's wait and see the final result."
On the court...
The game continues...
Wizards in possession, Nick Young dribbles over, faces Carlos on the right arc, gives him a casual glance, as if to say, "Let him be strong, I'm Nick Young."
"Whoosh!"
Against Carlos's 215-centimeter height, he pulls up for a 3-pointer. Once it goes in, it will kill the game.
Unfortunately...
He underestimated Carlos, who had Iverson's talent.
"Bang!"
With Carlos blocking and disrupting, Nick Young loses the ball. The reason why the Wizards' record is mediocre is that they lack a star with a big heart.
Wall is too young!
"General" Arenas is plagued by injuries and is no longer the same.
Despite being the highest scorer on the team, Nick Young has some "big heart," but his shooting percentage is worrisome.
"Smack!"
Frye protects the rebound and passes it to Nash to push forward.
49.4 seconds left.
This time, the Suns' offense could reverse the score with a 3-pointer.
"Bam bam bam!"
At the top of the arc, Nash hands the ball to Carlos, trusting a rookie in such a crucial moment.
Power forward Blatche marks closely.
"Don't let him score!"
Coach Saunders shouts angrily on the sidelines.
Wall understands and immediately goes forward to double-team Carlos with Blatche. For the sake of victory, he has no choice but to forget about one-on-one and try to stop Carlos.
"Hum!"
Seeing the double-team, Carlos decisively passes to Nash in the left corner. His tall stature and lightning-fast reflexes make his passing extremely sharp.
"Smack!"
"Swoosh!"
Nash catches the ball, still unguarded, rises and shoots, hitting a 3-pointer.
Take the lead!
"An assist from center Carlos, Nash hits a 3-pointer, and the Suns, in less than half a quarter, fill the 21-point hole and tie the score."
Van Gundy excitedly says.
Mike Breen also shouts with a smile, "Carlos, this 'unexpected soldier,' is the savior of the Suns tonight!"
The Wizards players look very unhappy; the huge 21-point advantage has been overturned, dealing a big blow to them. Fortunately, there are still 37.1 seconds left, and they hold the ball.
To some extent, they still have the initiative.
"Bam bam bam!"
Nick Young dribbles at the top of the arc, faces Richardson, engages in a physical confrontation, tears through the defense, charges towards the basket, fakes a shot under the basket with Frye defending.
"Bang!"
With a bit more force, it slams against the rim and flies out.
Rebound?
McGee leaps up with great effort, secures the crucial rebound, passes to Wall on the perimeter. The Wizards regain possession, reorganize their offense, and there are 22.5 seconds left on the clock.
Wall controls the tempo, smoothly scores while trying not to give the Suns another chance to attack.
Carlos steps forward to defend.
"Hey, in a crucial moment, a center who's 215 centimeters tall defending a lightning-fast guard, this scene is truly a delight to see."
Van Gundy laughs.
"What's so special about that!"
Mike Breen agrees, "Carlos is not an ordinary center; with his exceptional physical talents, he has the ability to defend guards one-on-one on the perimeter."
On the court...
As the time dwindles down to only 10 seconds, Wall's eyes flash with determination as he dribbles slowly, searching for an offensive opportunity.
Carlos remains focused; this defensive play is crucial for him, a chance to secure his future contracts and endorsements.
But at this moment,
Blatche suddenly rushes up to screen, Wall uses the screen, bypasses Carlos, on the right high post, faces Grant Hill's defense, and takes a mid-range shot.
"Swoosh!"
It goes in...
"Wow—"
"Wall hits this crucial mid-range shot, putting them ahead by 1 point. Truly worthy of the NBA Draft's first overall pick, displaying a calm and collected big heart in his early days in the league."
Mike Breen shouts in excitement.
Van Gundy also praises, "Wall is amazing. With this shot, he has scored 35 points tonight, and there are only 4.4 seconds left for the Suns. The Suns don't have any timeouts left. So... this precise game-winner is going to kill the match!"
On the court...
4.4 seconds left, the Suns without timeouts, inbound from the backcourt, Nash passes to Carlos on the baseline. Carlos receives the ball, racing against time, sprinting at full speed.
2.7 seconds, mid-court.
1.3 seconds, right arc.
0.8 seconds, right high post. Carlos makes a sudden stop, but Blatche and Wall are in front of him. He doesn't have time to think, makes a quick stop, pulls up, and takes the jump shot.
No!
More precisely, Carlos makes a quick stop and fadeaway jump shot.
"Splash!"
Facing the defense of Blatche and Wall, the basketball is released just as the red light comes on, signaling the end of the game.
The basketball, spinning through the air, captivates the hearts of fans throughout the arena.
With countless fans holding their breath and staring wide-eyed, the basketball traces a graceful arc in the air and then... swishes through the net.
"Swoosh!"
It goes in...
Center Carlos, with a fadeaway jump shot, seals the victory!
"Boom!"
The arena falls silent for a moment, then erupts into cheers and shouts like a tidal wave!