The Whole Court is Shocked, Has This Kid Been Holding Back? Host: Tang Long

Age: 20

Nationality: Chinese

Strength: 85 (NBA average: 80)

Speed: 85 (NBA average: 80)

Stamina: 85 (NBA average: 80)

Jumping: 70 (NBA average: 70)

Hang Time: 40 (NBA average: 30)

Basketball IQ - Game Reading Ability: 90 (NBA average: 80)

Skills: None yet.

Center Base Attributes:

Mid-Range Shooting: 55

Three-Point Shooting: 40

Dunking: 90

Layups: 90

Rebounding: 85

Blocking: 85

Stealing: 30

Passing: 45

Dribbling: 55

Low Post Offense: 90

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After reviewing his base attributes, Tang Long had a clear understanding.

As a traditional center, his low post offense, rebounding, and blocking were undoubtedly commendable.

In 2007, the league was no longer dominated by big centers.

The 1990s were the golden age for centers.

Back then, there were legends like Hakeem Olajuwon, David Robinson, Patrick Ewing, and Karl Malone, who could play both power forward and center.

Even Shaquille O'Neal, who had just entered the league, was a top-tier inside player!

Looking at this era, quality centers were becoming scarce. The only notable centers in the league were Yao Ming, Dwight Howard, and Shaquille O'Neal.

Moreover, Shaq was getting older and had already passed his prime.

In other words, at just 20 years old and having fused with Atsushi Murasakibara, Tang Long was destined to become a top-tier center in the league!

One day, when the Cavaliers faced the Rockets and the Magic, Tang Long would have the chance to go one-on-one with Yao Ming and Dwight Howard, two super inside players.

Just thinking about it was exciting!

Before his transmigration, Tang Long had always admired Yao Ming.

Now that he had traveled back to the NBA in 2007, he had a real chance to face his idol in a low post showdown!

"Haha, this is awesome! This is like a dream come true. Watch me dominate the league!"

Tang Long's heart was filled with ambition.

At that moment, as the Wizards' DJ announced the starting lineups, the game was about to begin.

Wizards Starting Lineup:

Point Guard: Gilbert Arenas, nicknamed "Agent Zero" or "The General."

This guy was a sharp scorer with deceptive moves and accurate shooting. Tang Long was very familiar with him.

Back in the day at the Staples Center, Arenas could go toe-to-toe with Kobe Bryant in scoring!

Shooting Guard: DeShawn Stevenson.

Stevenson started with the Utah Jazz and was later traded to the Washington Wizards.

With the Wizards, he was an average player, scoring 11.7 points per game. He was a blue-collar player for the Wizards.

Small Forward: Caron Butler.

Unlike Stevenson, Caron Butler was the Wizards' main scorer.

He averaged 21.4 points per game, even more ferocious than Gilbert Arenas!

Whether in the low post or high post, Caron Butler had his ways.

Tonight, Tang Long would be tasked with shutting down Caron Butler's scoring.

If he dared to drive into the paint, Tang Long would serve him a big block!

Power Forward: Antawn Jamison.

Center: Brendan Haywood.

Cavaliers Starting Lineup: Larry Hughes, Aleksandar Pavlović, LeBron James, Drew Gooden, and finally, Tang Long.

Due to Big Z's injury, LeBron suggested Tang Long take his place, giving him his first start tonight.

Playing on the same team as LeBron, Tang Long didn't have to worry about not getting the ball.

After all, the whole world knew that LeBron loved to share the ball with his teammates.

The game began, and the referee carried the ball to the center circle.

The first possession was usually decided by a jump ball between the two centers.

LeBron said to Tang Long, "Hey, Tang, don't be nervous. Just play like we do in practice. We don't need you to score a lot. Just focus on defense, and we won't lose this game!"

LeBron thought that this young man from the dragon country might be nervous in his first start, so he encouraged him.

Tang Long smiled at LeBron, a somewhat comical smile.

"You don't need me to score much? Buddy, you have no idea how monstrous Atsushi Murasakibara is. Besides his indestructible defense, his offensive firepower is no less than prime Shaq's!"

With this monstrous dimensional template, not scoring 30 points tonight would be a failure for Tang Long.

"LeBron, don't worry. I won't let you down on both ends of the court. Just watch my performance!"

As soon as Tang Long finished speaking, LeBron's eyes widened.

What the hell?

This kid from the dragon country is so confident?

Confidence is good, but don't let it turn into arrogance.

"OK, Tang, we're looking forward to your performance."

LeBron also smiled, not taking it seriously.

Who would believe the words of a waterboy?

He probably just talks big.

But what happened next truly stunned LeBron.

At the opening jump ball, Tang Long out-jumped Haywood. His jumping attribute was superior to most NBA players.

Moreover, at 7'1", Tang Long's height completely outmatched Haywood.

The first jump ball was effortlessly won by Tang Long, who tipped it to the Cavaliers' side.

Point guard Larry Hughes quickly controlled the ball.

LeBron and the others were shocked by Tang Long's jump.

"OMG! Tang, you're amazing! Your jump is incredible. You completely outplayed Haywood. Have you been holding back during practice?"

LeBron looked at Tang Long with newfound interest, as if he had discovered a new continent.

Tang Long's jump had genuinely surprised LeBron.

On the bench, Coach Mike Brown adjusted his glasses, looking at Tang Long with disbelief.

No one had expected Tang Long's physical attributes to be so impressive!

Earlier scouting reports hadn't highlighted such excellence.

Why such a drastic change tonight?

Was it an illusion?

Or had this young man from the dragon country been possessed by a Saiyan?

As Coach Brown was lost in thought, the Cavaliers began their offense.

Larry Hughes drove to the basket, drawing the defense, while Tang Long positioned himself. Seeing Hughes drive in, Tang Long raised his hand, signaling for the ball.

Originally, Hughes planned to pass the ball out to LeBron.

But seeing the rookie Tang Long asking for the ball, Hughes didn't think much and instinctively passed it to him.

Tang Long caught the ball and, without hesitation, initiated a low post move. He backed down Haywood and, right over him, threw down a ferocious dunk!

Boom!

The beastly dunk was powerful.

Right from the start, Tang Long sent a message to Haywood, dunking over him to finish the Cavaliers' first possession.