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After exchanging texts with Yao Ming for a while, Lin Feng received a notification from the system that his points had increased by 1000.

[System Prompt: Leading the team to victory grants 500 points. Making a decisive shot grants an additional 500 points.]

Lin Feng realized that taking and making game-winning shots would yield extra rewards.

[Ding!]

[Congratulations to the host for contributing two wonderful lore kills this season. The lore kill lucky bracelet increases the luck value by 5%.]

The system rewarded him with a lucky bracelet that boosted his luck by 5%.

Lin Feng was surprised and opened his attribute panel to investigate.

Host: Raymond Lam

Age: 22

Opposition Strength: 110 (NBA average: 90)

Running Speed: 100 (NBA average: 85)

Physical Energy Consumption: 110 (NBA player average: 85)

Jumping Ability: 100 (NBA player average: 70)

Air Time: 80 (NBA average: 50)

Basketball IQ - Game Reading: 100 (NBA average: 60)

Skills: Smart Positioning, Flying Rebound, High and Low Vertical Board, Fast Break Pass, Genius Rebound, Side Jump Shot, Training Jump Shot, Unreal Breakthrough Slam Dunk, Crossover (Butterfly Through Flowers), Dream Footwork, Court Dominance, Crazy Block, Smart Pass...

Buzzer-Beater Luck Value: 55

It had indeed changed. The buzzer-beater luck value had increased to 55.

This meant that in the future, even with a difficult shot or poor touch, there was a 55% probability of making the game-winner.

Of course, this was contingent on the game remaining competitive. If the Lakers fell significantly behind, even a 100% luck value wouldn't guarantee a comeback.

"Well! Not bad, but sometimes my mid-range and three-point shots aren't consistent. I can't always rely on the system. I need to intensify my training and refine my skills!"

Lin Feng was acutely aware of his weaknesses. He wasn't particularly skilled at forcing shots and lacked Kobe's accuracy.

He needed to develop a reliable shooting ability to ensure that in the more intense playoffs, he could consistently score with mid-range jumpers and three-pointers.

After leaving the locker room, Lin Feng was on his way to the post-game interview when he received a call from Su Muqing.

"Baby, I just got off the plane. Is your game over tonight?"

"Yes, I just finished. Are you back from your business trip?"

"Yeah, just got back. I'm so tired. I won't talk much. I'll contact you tomorrow morning."

"Okay, go home and rest."

After hanging up, Kobe approached and led Lin Feng to the media interviews.

Tonight at Staples Center, Raymond Lam was the undisputed hero.

A throng of reporters surged forward, interviewing Lin Feng and Kobe in turn.

They peppered Lin Feng with questions about how he managed to hit two buzzer-beaters in just six Lakers games.

For an average player, hitting two buzzer-beaters in an entire season was considered an exceptional feat.

In the 2009-2010 season, Kobe was at his peak, yet he only managed six buzzer-beaters that entire year!

Lin Feng had already hit two in just six games.

He was simply incredible, earning the admiration of everyone.

Facing the barrage of compliments, Lin Feng remained composed, attributing his buzzer-beaters to luck. He expressed his unexpected gratitude for Kobe's consecutive game-winning passes.

Hearing this, the reporters chuckled. It was true that Kobe now seemed particularly inclined to share the ball, a departure from the famously ball-dominant "Black Mamba."

Kobe's explanation was straightforward and logical.

He told reporters that in the past, he often didn't pass, and even when he did, it was often futile because some teammates were hesitant to shoot, and the ball would invariably end up back in his hands.

In that case, why not just go it alone?

Now that he had Lin Feng, a basketball prodigy, by his side, he had to learn to share the ball because sharing the ball meant sharing victory.

As everyone knew, Kobe possessed high emotional intelligence and unwavering confidence.

No matter the occasion, he always appeared calm and collected. He never relied on notes, speaking spontaneously from the heart.

This was the embodiment of true self-assurance. Vanessa had once remarked that her husband was the most confident man in the world!

After the main interviews, a white reporter approached Raymond Lam with a smile. "Lin! We had the opportunity to interview Jordan a few days ago and even recorded a video. Would you like to see what the great Jordan thinks of you?"

"Jordan?"

Lin Feng suddenly felt a surge of excitement. Jordan meant Michael Jordan.

Had Jordan commented on his performance?

Was this real?

Raymond Lam was genuinely thrilled. "Oh my god, Jordan commented on me? You filmed a video? What did you ask him?"

"We mainly interviewed Jordan to get his opinion on you and your current performance on the court."

"Okay, I really want to know what the great Jordan would say about me."

Lin Feng eagerly anticipated Jordan's thoughts.

While he hadn't grown up watching Jordan play, his formative basketball years were spent watching Kobe.

However, Michael Jordan's legendary status in the hearts of every basketball fan was undeniable.

Even for Kobe, the best player of his childhood memories was Michael Jordan.

The white reporter turned on his video recorder, ready to play the clip for Lin Feng.

Kobe chuckled and said, "Oh! Lin, if you don't want to get annoyed by that old guy, you'd better not listen to him. I know him; he'll definitely act all high and mighty in the end!"

"Haha, it's okay, Kobe. I just want to hear what Jordan thinks of me."

A small crowd gathered, curious to see the video. The white reporter pressed play, and Jordan's familiar dark face and his natural aura of dominance filled the small screen!

Black Jesus, His Airness!

These nicknames alone conveyed the fans' boundless admiration and love for Jordan.

"Hi, first of all, congratulations to you, Lin! You are the first Asian player who has truly caught my attention. A few days ago, a reporter interviewed me. They mentioned your triple-doubles in every game and even your victory over the Golden State Warriors in your debut. They all asked for my opinion on you, so I gave it."

"It's obvious that you are a significant addition to the NBA and the Los Angeles Lakers. Your performance has been phenomenal. I'm very impressed."

"With you on the Lakers this year, I firmly believe that you and my little brother Kobe can achieve great things."

"Several reporters asked me if getting five consecutive triple-doubles was difficult. Yes, my answer is yes, it is indeed a difficult feat."

"But…"

At this point, Jordan paused in the video.

Those who knew him recognized the tell-tale sign of his impending playful arrogance.

Sure enough, the next second, he smiled and said quietly, "If you absolutely must ask me what the hardest thing about playing in this league is, of course, it's still winning six championships!"

"Hahaha!"

As Jordan finished his sentence in the video, everyone erupted in laughter, and Kobe even doubled over, clutching his stomach.

He knew Jordan's character well; a touch of playful superiority was always to be expected.

Lin Feng also laughed, but with a hint of playful exasperation. "Damn it! That old guy got me again!"