NBA: Rising Superstar!

It was soon time for the Nuggets' interview.

The ESPN reporter asked, "Zeng, tonight you spent almost the entire game avoiding Kowai's defense. Can you share why you chose to face Kowai in the final moments?"

Zeng Xingyang replied without hesitation, "I'm not afraid of him. I'm just playing the most reasonable way. Kowai's defense is great and can limit me somewhat, but in the final moments, regardless of who the defender in front of me is, I will step up to beat him."

"My teammates, coaches, and fans trust me. They give me the ball, and I have to take the shot!"

Zeng Xingyang's words were firm and showed great leadership.

This successful win against the Spurs was closely related to the Nuggets' firm decision to let Zeng Xingyang end the attack.

At that time, the Nuggets had many tactics to play, but it was all about letting Zeng Xingyang finish.

In such crucial moments where a missed shot means a loss, it's all about whose heart is bigger, which coach has more trust in their superstar.

The reporter continued to ask, "You've completed 4 game-winning shots this season. Why are you so strong in clutch situations? Do you have a secret?"

Zeng Xingyang said, "I always remember the boy who couldn't make it to the school team. I have a strong desire for victory in games, and I won't avoid such responsibility at crucial moments. I think my sense of responsibility is my secret."

.....

Zeng Xingyang once again made a game-winning shot.

The target was the Spurs.

Such news quickly exploded on the internet.

Fans love to read this kind of news, especially domestic fans.

They really enjoy the foreign media's praise of Zeng Xingyang.

More and more fans feel that Zeng Xingyang might achieve accomplishments in the NBA that surpass Da Yao.

....

After the Nuggets' game-winner against the Spurs, they started a wave of road trips in the East.

Fortunately, it is generally recognized that the teams in the East are not as tough as those in the West.

The Nuggets headed to Charlotte to face the team that changed its name from the Bobcats to the Hornets.

The Hornets are different from many people's previous impressions of a weak team; this year, they are also a strong team in the East.

The Hornets rank sixth in the East, and as long as there isn't a major issue like a core player being sidelined, they've basically secured a playoff spot.

The current core leader of the Hornets is Kemba Walker.

As the 9th pick in 2011, Kemba Walker has been improving every year since he entered the league, averaging 21 points, 5 assists, and 4.5 rebounds this season.

Zeng Xingyang remembered that Kemba Walker's offense was good, famous for his explosiveness, and had many ways to attack when he charged.

His speed, footwork, and aggressiveness can be perfectly combined.

Kemba Walker is very versatile. He can score from anywhere on the court and can use step-backs, directional changes, and various fakes to shake off defenders and create shooting space for himself.

Of course, his deficiencies are also obvious, as he is only 1.83 meters tall and is physically thin, making him easier to target defensively. This is one reason why he can't become a supergiant.

After all, not every short player is Paul or Iverson.

Kemba Walker, for his height, is already considered a top player.

Zeng Xingyang didn't waste such a good matchup opportunity and went all out targeting Kemba Walker as soon as he got on the court.

Kemba Walker quickly got into foul trouble.

Although Batum, Marvin Williams, and others resisted slightly, they didn't cause too much trouble for the Nuggets.

The final score was 102 to 95, with the Nuggets easily defeating the Hornets on the road.

Zeng Xingyang recorded 33 points, 11 assists, and 6 rebounds in this game, performing brilliantly.

After playing the Hornets, the Nuggets headed to New Jersey, where they would challenge the Brooklyn Nets.

The Nets currently don't have a clearly defined star player, as they are still in a rebuild phase.

However, the previous trade with the Celtics hit them hard, and the fruits of their tanking seasons have gone to the Celtics.

Currently, the highest average scorer for the Nets is Brook Lopez, followed by Thaddeus Young.

These two are clearly not suitable as reliable core figures for the team.

The Nets are also one of the few "soft spots" in the Nuggets' recent schedule.

Even on a back-to-back, the Nuggets easily won with a score of 121 to 108.

After playing the Nets, the Nuggets quickly set off for New York, where they would rest for two days before challenging the New York Knicks.

...

"Oppa."

"Your stamina is amazing."

"My waist is so tired."

The gentle voice had a bit of a coquettish tone.

The bed was a mess, and an Asian-faced girl lay on her side, her long hair spread across the sheets, her long legs draped over Zeng Xingyang's waist.

Clearly, the two had just experienced an intense match.

Zeng Xingyang took a deep breath, savoring the perfume scent lingering in the air.

The girl in his arms had delicate features, a full forehead, a high nose bridge, and soft, fair skin...

But she was from Korea, seemingly from a T-something girl group.

Zeng Xingyang felt like he had been endlessly encountering Korean influences lately.

She was a girl he met yesterday during a fashion magazine cover shoot.

She was also there for a cover shoot.

She knew Zeng Xingyang, but Zeng Xingyang didn't know her. Zeng Xingyang just vaguely felt her face was familiar.

However, after the shoot, the two exchanged numbers, and with Zeng Xingyang's natural charm, he invited her out for a game last night.

Zeng Xingyang once again rolled over and pinned her down, whispering in her ear, "By the way, what's your name again?"

This girl was attractive among Asian girls, both in looks and figure, otherwise, Zeng Xingyang wouldn't have taken interest.

"You can call me Jiyeon," the girl said, her eyes filled with tenderness as she looked at Zeng Xingyang. She was trying hard to make him remember her name.

"OK, Jiyeon, I remember. You're welcome to come watch me play..."

"Sure."

This girl was nice, obedient, and sensible.

Zeng Xingyang pulled her up for a morning exercise.

The figure of the K-pop girl group is really impressive, with a slim waist and explosive body.

They can do the splits, and touch their shoulders with their legs.

Most importantly, their basketball skills are excellent.

The sun is high in the sky.

It's 12 o'clock, almost lunchtime.

Zeng Xingyang finally gets up and leaves the hotel room.

.....

Madison Square Garden.

When the Nuggets' bus arrives.

A large group of female fans gathered at the entrance of the arena.

Zeng Xingyang's female fan club organized to come to Madison Square Garden to watch the game.

This kind of gathering of female fans is quite spectacular, reporters rarely see such a scene.

"Click, click, click!!!"

"Zeng is right behind."

When getting off the bus, a female fan originally wanted Jokic's autograph, but Jokic decisively abandoned his good friend, saying this and then quickened his pace into the arena.

Walking at the back, Zeng Xingyang was immediately surrounded by a crowd of fans, unable to move forward.

"Swish!"

"Swish!"

"Swish!"

Zeng Xingyang could only start signing autographs.

The female fans were very excited to see Zeng Xingyang, each one screaming, and even one excited fan fainted on the spot.

Zeng Xingyang's autograph was very serious; he was very attentive to his fans.

Most of the fans were still students, who started watching Zeng Xingyang's games in school.

"Zeng, are you still single?" a Caucasian female fan asked excitedly.

Being so close to her idol for the first time, the fan was very thrilled.

"Yes, what's up." Despite having many female fans, Zeng Xingyang was indeed still single.

"Do you mind having a girlfriend with a 36D figure now?" the Caucasian female fan asked excitedly.

This fan was about 1.7 meters tall, with a very explosive figure, stretching out her arms toward Zeng Xingyang, ready to offer a kiss at any time.

"I don't mind, haha." Zeng Xingyang said with a smile.

"Get lost, bitch, I'm 37E!" another female fan pushed her away.

"....."

Soon, the scene became noisy.

Before long, security personnel came over to intervene and protect Zeng Xingyang into the arena.

It's not that the security here wasn't strict, but that the craziness of Zeng Xingyang's fans exceeded the security personnel's estimation.

New York's large population base leads to a concentrated number of fans, something that usual small cities wouldn't experience like tonight's madness.

...

During the pre-game interview.

The Knicks' star, Anthony, was asked by the media about his views on this year's best rookie.

Anthony straightforwardly said: "KP is the best player of this class, he's my brother, I support him."

Reporters asked: "The public generally recognizes Zeng Xingyang as this year's best rookie, what do you think?"

Anthony disdainfully said: "That's all bullshit!"

Anthony was very unhappy with the current Nuggets team.

One reason was that after he left the Nuggets, the team seemed to be heading in a better and better direction.

Also, his number 15 with the Nuggets was given to a rookie, which was seen as disrespectful to him.

A Chinese reporter supporting Zeng Xingyang directly retorted Anthony: "Cameron, may I understand this as jealousy? You're a scorer, but Zeng's average points per game are higher than yours. If you're a leader, then his team's performance is better than yours."

Anthony gave the reporter a sideways glance before saying: "I don't need to be jealous of him; let him lead his team into the playoffs before talking. NBA games aren't just about playing well for a period; they require consistently strong performance. Tonight, I'll show him what a super scorer is."

After finishing, Anthony left with an arrogant face.

When reporters relayed this to Zeng Xingyang, Zeng Xingyang said: "Cameron is a good scorer, but just a scorer. His playing style can't win a championship in the NBA."

"Sorry, not to mention a championship, he should work on getting into the Eastern playoffs first; this isn't to humiliate him, just hoping he can achieve it."

Zeng Xingyang always adhered to the principle of not making trouble but not afraid of it either.

If the opponent dares to provoke him, then be ready for his counterattack both on and off the court.

"Click, click, click!"

Reporters rapidly pressed the shortcut keys.

"Zeng, there are media reports of you being seen with T-ara's Jiyeon at a hotel, what do you have to say?"

"Sorry, there's nothing to comment on unrelated basketball matters."

"A member of Girls' Generation mentioned in a variety show that you're her ideal type, what do you want to say to her?"

"Thank her for the support, I'll listen to their songs when I have time."

"Taylor Swift mentioned a Denver basketball player story in her new song, is it about you?"

"I don't know, next question."

Zeng Xingyang didn't mind female fans using him for their popularity.

In a way, these are also part of the transaction.

Zeng Xingyang then turned and left, heading back to the locker room.

Zeng Xingyang wasn't concerned with Anthony's provocation; in his view, Anthony was just a decent scorer, whose playing style could produce great stats, but didn't help the team win significantly.

Indeed, Anthony's ability to elevate teammates had always been weak, which was related to his style of play.

Many times, Anthony cared more about his stats on the court than the team's win or loss.

It's enough for him to lead his team to defeat Anthony tonight.