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"Jeremy! Jeremy! Jeremy! Jeremy!" O'Neal jumped and danced excitedly outside the commentary booth, completely hyped up.

So happy!

A big win!

Jeremy Lin has already racked up 36 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 steals by now!
Add to that the crucial four points that almost sealed the game, and Jeremy Lin's performance tonight was simply impeccable!
"Perfect! Absolutely perfect! Jeremy's performance tonight was absolutely perfect!"

While jumping up and down excitedly, O'Neal quickly spotted Barkley, the other main character of the evening: "Charles, what do you have to say?"

"father!"

Barkley knew that if he resisted at this point, it would be a futile effort.

Besides subjecting him to more humiliation and ridicule, continuing to be a die-hard and refusing to admit defeat will bring him nothing.

So, he cleanly and decisively conceded defeat, uttering the "Dad" that O'Neal had been waiting for so long.

"Oh! That feels good!" O'Neal sat back in his chair, looking as if he had just had a blissful spiritual exchange with Sharon Stone or Madonna.

That felt so good.

"Boom!"

Just as the commentators were excitedly tallying the results, Lin Tian sat in his chair reminiscing about how he used to casually criticize people on the court, leaving various stars feeling depressed. At that moment, Kobe had already driven up to the frontcourt once again, and then missed another three-pointer.

His shooting touch was really bad for most of the night.

Of course, almost everyone on both teams was having a terrible shooting night.

Otherwise, given the lineups and usual playing styles of both sides, they would never have produced a game that scored 8-90 points.

Next, the Bobcats and Jeremy Lin stopped their aggressive attacks and started to control the time and slow down the pace.

With an 8-point lead and less than a minute remaining, the Bobcats had essentially secured the victory. All they needed to do next was avoid making mistakes.

The goal is to avoid turnovers, prevent the Lakers from launching fast breaks, and stop them from executing 3+1 plays, while simultaneously making free throws yourself.

If they do these basic things, they will basically be able to win the game!

One minute later, the Bobcats were forced to play 24 seconds, and then Durant finally hit a three-pointer.

Unfortunately, this was a classic three-pointer that came after the baby died.

With 40 seconds left and the two teams trailing by 5 points, the Lakers no longer dared to play a steady defensive game. Kobe Bryant quickly fouled Jeremy Lin, sending him to the free-throw line.

At the free-throw line, with Jeremy Lin making both free throws and the Lakers missing their next shot, the suspense of the game was completely over.

The Bobcats didn't attack again on their last offensive possession, instead quietly waiting for the game time to expire.

Finally, when the final whistle blew, the game was over!
After a grueling 48-minute battle, the Bobcats narrowly defeated the Los Angeles Lakers by 7 points!
Led by Lin Tian and Jeremy Lin, they reversed the Bobcats' losing streak when Rose was absent and won four straight games!

85: 92!

In addition to this four-game winning streak, Jeremy Lin also scored 20+ points in his fourth consecutive game tonight, and even scored a career-high 38 points!
This marks his first 30+ and 35+ point games in his career!

More importantly, Jeremy Lin was matched up against Kobe Bryant for the entire second half of the game tonight. Despite Kobe's all-out defense, Lin's performance was still impeccable!

Throughout the second half, despite some turnovers and missed shots, he still managed to score 20 points, including the Bobcats' final 6 points of the game!
These 6 points were what helped the Bobcats kill the game and secure the victory!

Furthermore, tonight's game will be broadcast live across the entire United States!
The previous three matches were not like that.

In other words, tonight is the first time Jeremy Lin has played in front of fans across the United States!

Although he had already gained some popularity and a considerable amount of discussion with his consecutive 20+ point performances in the previous three games, many fans knew that Charlotte had produced another Lin.

But after tonight, he will be famous throughout the United States!

Because of the combined viewership of ESPN and TNT, more than 2000 million people watched this game!

After tonight, Jeremy Lin's name will officially resonate throughout the United States!

The wind force brought by Lin Xuanfeng will experience an explosive increase after tonight.

After tonight, it will be at least a super typhoon of level 17 or higher!
Even looking at the entire league, at this point in the game, there are probably very few people who can rival Jeremy Lin in terms of popularity.

His situation can be described in a single sentence.

So burning!
After the game, Lin Tian's interview further boosted Jeremy Lin's popularity.

"I think he's a lot like me."

"When I first saw him, I knew he was destined for greatness! So my expectations for him were actually very high, so high that I felt I was being a bit abnormal and excessive."

"But I myself am also an Asian player who started at the end of the second round. My situation is almost the same as Jeremy's, and he is even in a bit more difficult situation than me."

"So I know that I have to put this kind of pressure on him, and he has to withstand the pressure I put on him. Only in this way can he possibly stand out from the crowd, and only in this way can he seize the opportunity when it comes and then succeed."

"I'm very happy that he withstood the pressure I put on him and seized the opportunity!"

“When I see him, it’s like seeing myself. I know he can do many extraordinary things, and I know he is destined to be extraordinary! He is like my son, and when I see him, it’s like seeing my successor.”

"I have to say, I love him!"

After Lin Tian's praise, the media immediately turned their attention and microphones to Jeremy Lin next door.

"Tell me, Jeremy, how did our Lin abuse you?"

"It was really like hell." Jeremy Lin said with lingering fear, "Before and after each training session, the coach would ask me to do an extra hour of training each time. Of course, he would stay with me and train with me."

“During the time I was relegated to the Development League, the coach didn’t forget me. He would ask me to come see him, whether it was after practice or after a game, and then he would continue to train with me for 1-2 hours.”

"Many times, after playing an away game, I would immediately fly or drive back to Charlotte at my own expense to train with the coach."

"Honestly, I'm exhausted. I feel incredibly tired and in pain every day, and I often have this thought."

"Is it worth it? Is all this hard work really worth it? Can I really succeed?"

"Then, I think about how much I love basketball, how many people have looked down on me and thought I couldn't play in the NBA, and I think about the expectations my coaches, teammates, family and everyone who cares about me have for me."

"Every time I think about this, I grit my teeth and keep training!"

"Then, I waited for my opportunity, I seized it, and I succeeded! That's my story with my coach."

"Of course, I know I can't achieve what the coach has achieved. I can't have the same career as him. I know my talent isn't that high, or that great."

"But that's not a reason for me to give up or relax. On the contrary, I will work even harder and strive even more! And I will continue to do my best to achieve success!"

After Jeremy Lin finished speaking, the room fell silent for a moment. Then, someone started clapping, showing Lin a very high level of respect.

They were also genuinely moved by Jeremy Lin's perseverance.

The standard American Dream.

Americans love this!
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, starting tonight, Jeremy Lin's agent will be incredibly busy, with countless business collaborations and endorsements coming his way, and countless people trying to ride this wave of popularity.

Fortunately, he had already signed the kid to his and Pelinka's agency.

For entertainment companies, the profits that such a phenomenal superstar, who is a phenomenon across the United States and even the world, can bring are absolutely enormous!

Of course, as I said before, Jeremy Lin's foundation is unstable. He has only played four good games. Although he is currently being lauded, he lacks a fan base. If he performs poorly in the next few games, he will be brought back to square one and lose all the popularity he currently enjoys.

But of course, with these four consecutive outstanding performances, even if he plays poorly in the following games and has no more highlights, it will be enough for him to survive in the league for 3-4 years.

But clearly, Jeremy Lin's madness is not over yet!
Next, the Bobcats faced the Timberwolves, and Jeremy Lin led his team to another victory with 20 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 steals!
After a three-day rest, Jeremy Lin delivered another career-best performance against the Raptors.

The Bobcats were dominated by the Raptors throughout the game, trailing by more than double digits for 80% of the first three quarters.

While Jeremy Lin's stats were decent, he was clearly targeted and made numerous mistakes during the game, committing six turnovers in just three quarters!
Just when everyone thought the Bobcats' winning streak was about to end, Jeremy Lin stepped up once again in the fourth quarter!
He scored 12 points in a single quarter with a combination of inside drives and outside shots.

In the final minute of the game, when the Bobcats were down by 3 points, Jeremy Lin first drove into the paint and scored a 2+1 to tie the game. Then he successfully disrupted Calderon's shot, preventing Calderon from hitting his game-winning three-pointer.

With 20 seconds left in the game, Jeremy Lin held the ball to keep the clock running, dribbled slowly, and then decisively took a three-pointer with 3 seconds remaining.

"Shh!"

With a crisp sound, the clock struck midnight, and Jeremy Lin made the game-winning shot!

最后1分钟轰下6分，第四节单节12分，全场比赛27分11次助攻外带一次3分绝杀！

The wind in Lin Feng's area has intensified and increased pressure once again!

The Bobcats have won six straight games!

His popularity is becoming increasingly uncontrollable.

But according to industry insiders and coaching staff of various teams, everyone is quite certain of one thing.

Jeremy Lin's popularity may remain high, but his magic is coming to an end.

As the saying goes, the taller the tree, the more the wind will blow against it. Teams have become increasingly adept at studying Jeremy Lin, and many of his weaknesses have been exposed.

Against the Timberwolves, Jeremy Lin scored 20 points, but shot 8-for-24 and committed 6 turnovers.

Including that game-winning shot against the Raptors, Jeremy Lin actually had 8 turnovers!
Neither the Timberwolves nor the Raptors are defensive powerhouses. On the contrary, both teams seem to prioritize speed and offense over defense to increase the entertainment value of the game, attract fans to the arena, and boost ticket sales.

Against these two teams, Jeremy Lin's weaknesses, such as being prone to turnovers, liking to jump to pass, lacking power and accuracy in his passes, and often making assumptions about passing, have been thoroughly exposed.

As the competition continues, his weaknesses will certainly become more apparent.

Then, just one day later, the Bobcats faced another weak team in the Western Conference, the Sacramento Kings, at home in a back-to-back game.

In this game, the Kings' containment of Jeremy Lin was more thorough, and Lin's weaknesses were exposed more clearly.

His weaknesses, such as mediocre mid-range shooting accuracy and slow shooting release, began to be exposed. Throughout the game, the Kings matched up Tyreke Evans, who is tall, strong, and quite fast, against Jeremy Lin.

Players whose physical abilities completely overwhelm him are Jeremy Lin's nemesis!

Throughout the game, Jeremy Lin only scored 10 points and committed 6 turnovers!
His incredible streak of scoring 20+ points in six consecutive games finally came to an end tonight.

Fortunately, although his scoring was low and his turnovers were high, he still delivered a career-high 13 assists tonight, and the Bobcats' offense was well organized under his direction.

Yao Ming, Carlos Boozer, and others all performed well tonight, and the Bobcats still managed to win this game, successfully defending their home court and extending their winning streak to 7 games!
However, it is undeniable that as the season progresses and the games continue, the formidable capabilities of the NBA's scouting department and coaching staff have become evident.

As the saying goes, the taller the tree, the more the wind will blow against it; all the teams have studied Jeremy Lin quite thoroughly!

Lin Tian also knew that he would have to change his tactics for the upcoming matches.

He must reduce Jeremy Lin's ball-handling percentage, decrease his shot attempts and playing time. This is not only to protect Jeremy Lin, but also to protect the Bobcats. It is the best way for them to continue to maintain the team's competitiveness!
You can't use the same moves over and over again; if you do, they'll all become weaknesses.

But at the same time, Lin Tian also felt somewhat helpless.

If Rose returns, then reducing Jeremy Lin's playing time or his shot attempts will be no problem at all.

Rose's injury is still in the process of recovery, and although it has not worsened, the recovery is going smoothly.

However, according to the latest schedule provided by the team doctor, Rose will miss this year's All-Star Game. He will not be able to return until at least late February, or at the latest early March.

Lin Tian was not in a hurry for Rose's return at all, and even told the team doctor: You can postpone it.

He must be 100% fully recovered before we talk about returning to play.

However, before Rose returns, Lin Tian's idea of ​​reducing Jeremy Lin's ball-handling pressure and shot attempts can only be temporarily shelved.

Why is it that besides Jeremy Lin, the team only has D.J. Augustin, an even less reliable and less competitive point guard?

Instead of giving time to Augustine, we should give it to Jeremy Lin!
At the very least, it will give the Bobcats some extra attention and more exposure!

After all, although it took less than half a month from Jeremy Lin's sudden emergence to the Bobcats' seven-game winning streak, the exposure and actual benefits he brought were already quite insane!

Both TNT and ESPN changed their broadcast plans at the last minute due to Jeremy Lin's phenomenal performance, switching to nationally televised Bobcats games, giving the Bobcats several more nationally televised opportunities.

In addition, the Bobcats' home attendance during their seven-game winning streak has increased significantly, especially for the last two back-to-back games, where tickets sold out and demand exceeded supply. At the start of both games, the plaza outside the stadium was filled with fans.

They wanted to find a kind person to buy them a ticket so they could go in and watch the game.

In addition, the Bobcats' remaining season tickets that hadn't been sold before, as well as tickets for the next few home games, were all sold out in an instant!
In addition, all kinds of Bobcats-related merchandise have seen prices skyrocket.

Especially Jeremy Lin's jersey.

In the past two weeks, Jeremy Lin's jersey sales have surged, with his jersey sales climbing to number one in the league!

Regardless of Kobe, James, Wade, or Paul, their jersey sales this week all paled in comparison to Jeremy Lin's! Furthermore, Lin's jersey sales were overwhelmingly ahead of everyone else!

Of course, a major reason for this result is that the jerseys of the other star players are already in high demand; everyone has them.

Previously, there were very few people who owned Jeremy Lin's jersey. Apart from his relatives and friends, it's likely that there were very few fans in the entire United States who owned Jeremy Lin's jersey.

This is also the biggest reason for the surge in his jersey sales.

But no matter what, Jeremy Lin has become an absolute sensation!

At the same time, due to the significant increase in exposure and the number of nationally televised games, the sales of various merchandise related to the Bobcats players and the team have also steadily increased, and everyone has benefited.

The Bobcats have made a fortune during this seven-game winning streak.

Results, exposure, popularity, profits, team chemistry, unity, and the acquisition of high-profile rising stars—they got it all!
In addition to Jeremy Lin, who became a sensation across the United States and even the world during this winning streak, another thing that everyone talked about was Shaquille O'Neal's latest episode of Shaqtin' a Fool.

This episode of Shakespeare 5 didn't focus on the court or the players, nor did it showcase the players' predicaments on the court.

In this episode, all the cameras were focused on Barkley; it was practically a Barkley special.

"father!"

"father!"

"father!"

.........

O'Neal spent a full two minutes showing fans a compilation of Barkley calling him "Dad" with a constipated expression on his face in different situations.

Throughout the entire episode of Shaqtin' a Fool, 70% of the footage showed Barkley looking constipated, 25% showed O'Neal looking blissfully satisfied, and the last 5% featured a special thank you.

Thanks to Jeremy Lin's outstanding performance, he gave me such an opportunity to humiliate Barkley. (End of Chapter)