Chapter 169 At the Critical Moment You Can Always Trust Paul_2

This trash talk that had spanned over more than a season left Kobe both amused and exasperated.

Then, when Kobe moved to the frontcourt to actively receive the ball, Hansen also took the initiative to switch his defense onto him.

Hansen had not only matured but also, as before, dared to take responsibility at crucial moments.

After the strong side cleared, Kobe chose to play back-to-the-basket, and after continuous footwork, he executed the signature turn-around fadeaway shot.

Hansen's defense was on point, and he could clearly feel Kobe's pace was slower than before.

Finally, under Hansen's intense interference, Kobe's fadeaway clanged off the rim.

Kobe was about to turn 34, and while he could still play the full game, the fact that he wanted to handle both offense and defense in the fourth quarter meant a decline in efficiency was inevitable.