The First Match Against Each Other!

"Hey Lin, let's fight side by side. I'm really looking forward to competing with you!" Camby's excitement was palpable as he adjusted his basketball gear and patted Lin Tianhui on the shoulder.

"To be honest, I'm looking forward to it too!" Lin Tianhui replied, sharing Camby's enthusiasm.

The previous night's celebration had been brief for Lin Tianhui. While he did invite two girls out, he found a polite excuse to leave early. He wasn't opposed to dating, but he valued meaningful relationships over casual encounters. 

Instead of heading back to the dormitory, Lin Tianhui returned to the court to practice his shooting. Reflecting on the shooting technique of a white player he had seen earlier, he worked diligently on his own shots. Though his shooting accuracy wasn't perfect yet, his consistency had significantly improved after an hour of practice.

Now, with his debut game about to begin, Lin Tianhui was both nervous and excited.

As they arrived at the stadium, players were quickly divided into teams. Camby ensured Lin Tianhui was placed on his team, clearly showing he cared about his friend's performance.

The game kicked off swiftly, and Camby's dominance in the post made it easy for his team to gain possession of the ball first.

Lin Tianhui, new to the game, found himself somewhat disoriented. He had practiced ball control and shooting, but his understanding of game tactics and movement was lacking. As a small forward, he was unsure of his role on the court. His erratic movements resulted in a disorganized offense.

With no other option, the ball handler opted for a solo drive, but the defense anticipated the move and blocked it successfully.

"Hey bro, you okay?" Camby asked, surprised by Lin Tianhui's lack of offensive strategy.

Lin Tianhui shook his head, frustrated. "I'm just getting used to it. Don't worry."

Without much offensive experience, Lin Tianhui found himself equally inexperienced on defense. His effort was evident, but his effectiveness was lacking. The opposing forward easily outmaneuvered him with a fake, leaving Lin Tianhui grasping at air.

Comments from the sideline echoed Lin Tianhui's struggles:

"Who is this guy? Is he really up to the challenge?"

"With his physical stats, he should be doing a lot better!"

"Seems like he's just a pretty face, not a real player."

Despite the acclaim for his looks, Lin Tianhui's performance was underwhelming on the court.

At halftime, Camby's team trailed by 10 points.

"Hey, we need to step up. This isn't working!" Camby rallied his teammates, encouraging them to perform better in the second half.

Lin Tianhui nodded in agreement. Although he felt he had contributed to the team's struggles, he had gained valuable insights into on-court movement and defensive positioning. His perfect imitation ability meant he could quickly adapt and improve.

The second half began, and Lin Tianhui, now more familiar with basketball gameplay, started to leverage his talents.

The opposing team, having seen Lin Tianhui's poor performance in the first half, targeted him once again. This time, however, they were in for a surprise.

"Snapped!" Lin Tianhui, perfectly positioned, intercepted the ball as the opposing forward made his move.

With the ball securely in hand, Lin Tianhui initiated a fast break. His dribbling was smooth, and his 100-meter sprint time of 10.5 seconds gave him explosive speed.

"Bang!"

Lin Tianhui charged down the court like a force of nature, driving towards the basket.

"Boom!"

Just inside the free-throw line, he leaped into the air, executing a powerful tomahawk dunk. The height and extension of his dunk surpassed even Camby's impressive slams.

"Oh my god!"

The spectators, who had previously mocked him, watched in stunned silence as Lin Tianhui's athleticism and skill were displayed in full force. Their disbelief was evident in their wide eyes and dropped jaws.

The crowd's reaction was a mix of awe and astonishment. Lin Tianhui had transformed from the team's weak link into a game-changer in just one half. The once-skeptical audience was now captivated by his remarkable performance.

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