NBA: My template has no limit

Of course, the Cardinals are not entirely helpless. Their main scorer, DeJuan Witt, remains consistent, and Walker in the paint also occasionally makes an impact.

As a senior, Witt had already experienced too many intense games on the college stage, and he was much calmer than those young people.

Singh was unable to defend the smaller player, and Witt repeatedly fired from the outside, hitting three three-pointers to turn the tide for his team.

Singh and Tomei's individual attacks were also easily disrupted by Witt, who could always find a gap in their dribbling and steal the ball.

DePaul's two interior players are both under seven feet tall, and their mediocre physiques and athleticism mean they struggle to provide high-quality rim protection.

But DePaul has Xu Feng, it's that simple.

Witt and Walker's efforts were merely to prevent the game from being blown out by De Paul.

"We can't let him get into the paint anymore. Whenever Xu Feng gets to the three-point line, Damon, you have to double-team him, and so do you, Witt!"

"That doesn't mean you can let him shoot threes. Actively reach out and don't let him easily get open threes!"

"Simms, stick to the tactics, pass the ball to Witt more often, you can't beat Xu Feng!"

With the game halfway through, after Xu Feng scored nineteen points over Sims, Danny gave the team a second set of new tactics.

At this point, DePaul was leading by 8 points.

After the timeout, Xu Feng switched to guarding Witt under Joey's instructions.

The objective is now clear: if Xu Feng can shut down Witt, the last scoring threat, the Cardinals will be completely shut down.

It's an unreasonable matchup to have Xu Feng, who is 2.03 meters tall, defend against Witt, who is 1.83 meters tall, but Joey believes that Xu Feng can do it.

At the start of the second half, Xu Feng's offensive momentum became even more intense!

He hit a three-pointer over Witt shortly after coming on.

Witt was too short to pose any threat to Xu Feng's shot; Xu Feng felt like he was practicing open three-pointers.

On the other side, Witt's attack was greatly restricted, as he was unable to shake off Xu Feng's entanglement!

This is Witt's biggest weakness, and the reason why he will not be able to be selected for the NBA in the future.

At the NBA level, players' skills far surpass those of their college days. When a player like Witt, whose talent is severely lacking, faces a player with more complete skills and greater talent, he will be helpless.

Ultimately, basketball is a sport determined by talent!

Even Zach Edie, who had numerous honors during his college years, had to rely on a weak draft class in his senior year to make a strong showing due to his slow speed.

No matter how many points Zhu Zheng scored and broke through, he couldn't get a star. But if he grew another ten centimeters, the result might be different.

Witt knew that the talent gap was the cruelest reality in competitive sports.

Xu Feng is taller and faster than him. Xu Feng's exaggerated wingspan poses a great threat to his dribbling as long as he opens his arms.

Not to mention breaking through Xu Feng's blockade to make a layup, that's simply unrealistic.

Sims got blocked three times by Xu Feng in the first half. Look at his dejected look now, this is what happens when you don't believe in fate.

He must look for screens to avoid one-on-one confrontations with Xu Feng.

He kept moving around without the ball, trying to find an opening to shoot a three-pointer.

This is too difficult, this match is too difficult, Witt hasn't felt this desperate in a long time!

The Cardinals' outside shooting went completely cold, leaving them with only Walker as a scoring option, allowing Walker to punish Bowden in the paint with his physicality.

Some matches are decided in the first half, but the game doesn't end until the final whistle.

Tomé's through balls and lobs always seemed to land precisely on Xu Feng's attacking routes, causing Xu Feng to create chaos in the paint.

As soon as Xu Feng drives into the three-point line, the Cardinals will double-team him. At this point, Xu Feng can pose a great threat to the opponent whether he draws a foul or passes the ball.

"No one can stop Xu Feng's attack. It's unbelievable. With such physical attributes and skills, I don't know who can defend against him." The commentator expressed everyone's thoughts.

"Yes, I believe this newcomer from the East will soon make his name shine throughout the entire league."

There were many scouts sitting on the sidelines. They had originally come to watch Samaki Walker play, but their attention was drawn to Xu Feng.

"His physical attributes are explosive, his athleticism is extremely strong, he has the ball-handling skills of a guard and the size of a forward, his first step is quick, his finishing is tough, his defense can cover positions 1 through 4, his ceiling is extremely high, and he can also meet the requirements for immediate impact."

Bob Fezullato, the Toronto Raptors' scouting director, wrote down his first impression of Xu Feng in his notebook.

At the same time, many scouts also recorded similar opinions.

The Raptors' main target this year is Marcus Camby. In the past two years, the Raptors' defensive efficiency has been among the worst in the league, and their defense is almost non-existent. They need a defensive stalwart to make up for the shortcomings of their roster.

On offense, the Raptors' only strength is "Little Mouse" Stoudemire, but his 1.78-meter height means the team has no ability to break through defenses.

In conclusion, Xu Feng perfectly fits all of the Raptors' requirements.

But the draft is not that simple.

"The sample size is too small, and further observation is needed. There is a history of susceptibility to injuries."

Bob eventually put a question mark next to Xu Feng's name.

"Thomas must like him."

Every team in the league knows that there are almost no supporting lineups for Witt, but no one can do what the answer is here, and Witt still manages to put up a spectacular 19.2 points per game.

What others can't do, Xu Feng can do. If he lacks skill, he makes up for it with numbers.

"The Cardinals were completely paralyzed when Witte's attack failed."

"Xu Feng completely dominated the entire Red Sparrows team. He led the team to an 8-0 run, and the game is about to become garbage time!" The commentator accurately analyzed the situation on the field and helplessly pronounced a death sentence on the Red Sparrows team.

The Cardinals originally had two other big men, Sanders and Osborn, but both failed to meet the NCAA's academic requirements and were unable to play, which means Walker is their only remaining big man.

Walker's stamina was rapidly waning under the double-team of Hottinger and Brian, and with Xu Feng also lurking outside, it was difficult for him to compete for rebounds.

The outcome was already decided; the Red Sea fell silent, and the atmosphere became somber, with only a few blue specks dancing wildly.

As Singh received a pass from Xu Feng and made a mid-range shot, the timer on the clock reset to zero.

The final whistle blew, ending the match.

De Paul defeated Louisville 76-60, and the Blue Devils won!

Xu Feng scored 30 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 blocks, with the highest score in the game and a super triple-double, making his name resound throughout the Liberty Hall!

"My God, this is the first triple-double in DePaul's history! Xu Feng has already achieved the best performance in the team's history in just the second game!"

Ironically, De Paul's historic moment took place at Liberty Hall, the Cardinals' home ground.

The most violent and brutal individual performance on the first day of the league's season.

From today onwards, Xu Feng is a key factor that every team must consider before the game, a talented player that scouts need to re-examine, and the hope for the restoration of De Paul's Blue Devils team.

At that moment, DePaul University in Chicago was in an uproar.

The basketball court was already packed with students wearing DePaul jerseys. The square, the main road of the school, the cafeteria, the dormitory... the whole school was completely blocked!

They learned the full story of the game through school radio and television broadcasts, and they knew that De Paul, led by Xu Feng, had upset the Louisville Cardinals!

Xu Feng's aggressive playing style makes even those who know nothing about basketball fascinate by his power.

"Xu Feng! Xu Feng! Xu Feng!"

"I want to marry you, my charming little handsome guy!"

The students, with excited smiles on their faces, spontaneously shouted the name of the rising star of the East.

A storm that had long disappeared from DePaul University is now sweeping back!

Inside the Freedom Hall, Xu Feng shook hands and embraced each of the Cardinals players under the silent gaze of the sea of ​​red.

Sims lowered his arrogant head from before the match, and didn't even dare to look Xu Feng in the eye.

He was stunned by Xu Feng's attack.

He went 3-for-13 from the field, scoring only eight points, and his scoring drought only broke after the defender was changed from Xu Feng to Singh.

Sims felt the difference was so obvious, so huge, for the first time.

"Very well played, Xu Feng, you are a very strong opponent!"

Although Witt was a man of few words and a cold personality, he was never stingy with his praise for others.

"Thank you, you too."

"Xu Feng, we did it!" Singh exclaimed, drooling, as he tugged at Xu Feng's shirt without any regard for his image. "Tonight I have to bring in two of the hottest girls. We'll battle it out until dawn, and I'll cover all the expenses!"

"Oh no, no, this is just the beginning. Let's talk about it when we're standing in the arena of the Madness Arena." Xu Feng smiled and pushed Singer aside, facing a long-waiting group of reporters, the number of whom far exceeded that of the last game against Chicago State.

"What does this victory mean for you and for De Paul's Blue Devils?"

"This is your second game of the season. What have you been through before? Why are you only starting now?"

"De Paul has had a pretty good start to the season. How far do you think you can go this season?"

"Xu Feng, you only played two games and achieved DePaul's first triple-double record. What are your thoughts on this?"

For the first time, Xu Feng truly became the protagonist of media reports, making the media revolve around him—a rather peculiar feeling.

Xu Feng calmly answered various questions from the media and walked out of the Liberty Hall amidst the spotlight.

Hatred, envy, love, fascination, admiration... all sorts of gazes from all sides converge on Xu Feng, and Xu Feng will respond to all of this with absolute strength!

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A night of history! Xu Feng led DePaul to an upset victory over Louisville, and personally set a new triple-double record for DePaul!

—Chicago Tribune

A nightmare has arrived! Xu Feng single-handedly destroyed the Cardinals; he accomplished everything we feared! Louisville suffered a crushing defeat on the very first day of the season!

—The Louisville Messenger

A Chicago legend: Freshman Xu Feng rises to fame overnight, leading his team to a historic comeback with a triple-double! Is it a phoenix rising from the ashes after injury or just a flash in the pan?

—Sports Illustrated

A powerful dunk over a lottery-bound center, a massive triple-double – Xu Feng, the rising star of the East, set a school record with just two games, racking up 30+14+10!

—Associated Press Sports Headlines