Chapter 408: Dunk Duel (Part I)

When the new leader of the Timberwolves, Kevin. When Lefu stood in the center of the field to lift the three-point contest championship trophy, Mike was sitting on the commentary podium. Brin really wished that the annoying reporter had asked all the questions so that Love could get out of the game.

It's not that Brin has any preconceptions about Lefou, but this ESPN ace commentator can't wait to see the dunk contest start early. The process of the three-point contest will not end for a while, and the slam dunk contest will naturally not begin.

"The results of the three-point contest are finally in, and then the much-anticipated slam dunk contest is coming! Hey, this year's slam dunk contest has been complained by fans that the participating players' wrists are too small and they don't have any strong strength. But since announcing the signing of Shambaugh earlier this week, the reaction has taken a 180° turn. Brin, do you think the slam dunk contest will be able to show the performance that the fans are expecting? "It's not just Mike. Brin, his good partner Kevin. Harlan was clearly a little impatient. Before the reporter's interview with Lefu ended, he had already talked about the slam dunk contest.

"I don't think I have to worry about Yi's performance, although in a normal game, I don't dunk much. But almost every time he 'takes off', he can complete a shocking dunk. Now, the Mavericks have a historic dunk like Carter on the roster to help him design his moves. Trust me, no matter what, the dunk king is his! "Mike. Brin probably never imagined that he would be so optimistic about an Asian player winning the championship in the slam dunk contest.

"Don't underestimate Yi, although his yellow skin often makes us ignore his explosiveness. But it turns out that guy can not only dunk, but also dunk. Unfortunately, this year's All-Star Game did not have a role as a live judge, and all the results were voted on by fans. If I could, I'd love to see Yi's dunk up close as a judge instead of sitting on the podium. ESPN's special guest "Glove" Larry. Payton also expressed his opinion, and when he just talked about Yiyang in the three-point contest, Payton was full of affection for Yiyang. Now, he still supports Yiyang, and it seems that everyone is sure that Yiyang will rule this night!

At this time, in the locker room, Yiyang counted the jerseys that he would wear later, and then called his mother Wen Xue and Vignari respectively, telling them to watch the slam dunk contest in front of the TV.

In fact, without Yiyang calling, these two women will definitely stay in front of the TV. But what they don't know is that Yiyang has prepared a lot of surprises for them.

"I was in a really good shape when I first practiced, so don't be nervous when you come on the pitch and just go with the feeling you just had. As long as you can deduct the state just now, the champion will be ours! Carter patted Yiyang's chest and gave the young Asian defender a hard boost.

"I'm just a little worried about whether other people will be better prepared."

"Better? They all put their minds on the props. When it comes to dunks, no one is better prepared than you! Relax buddy, check your gear to avoid injury. When our names are called, let's put on a good show! ”

"Hmm......" Yiyang clenched his fists lightly and performed a slam dunk performance under the expectations of fans all over the world. Yiyang had to admit that he was really nervous.

At this time, on the basketball court, the cabaret performances of the major stars are already warming up for the slam dunk contest. Once all the performances are over, the players will take the stage from the center of the stage.

The All-Star Game is not just a basketball feast, it's an entertainment feast. So, the types of performances are also very diverse. Rock, rap, pop, blues, wind, drums, dance, ensemble, you name it.

At the exit of the players' tunnel, the sound of "boom" on the scene has already made Yiyang's adrenaline soar.

In the players' tunnel, all four contestants stood motionless with their heads bowed, waiting for their names to be called. Although the slam dunk contest is not confrontational, the four of them are more likely to play together. But at this time, under the cheers of the fans and the strong drumbeat, the emotions of all the contestants were still mobilized.

The first person to be called by name was Rockets white forward Zeiss. Badinger, although Badinger is a white athlete, the bounce is very terrifying. During the regular season, he often performed wonderful dunk performances.

The second player to appear was Paul of the Pacers. George, when George was drafted, Pacers fans literally had the heart to strangle the team's general manager. They believe that Xavier should be selected with the tenth pick. Henry should have been a much wiser thing to do. However, the Pacers proved to have a good eye. Although George's current performance is also very mediocre, his potential is already visible to the naked eye.

The third to be called on is considered to be the awe-inspiring Derek of talent. Williams. Williams, the 2011 star of the show, has actually been pretty average this season. But Timberwolves fans still believe that the young guy can play at an All-Star level.

After the first three contestants appeared separately, the lights of the whole audience dimmed, and a spotlight hit the center of the stage to the rhythm of rap music. The cheers at the Amway Center doubled in an instant, and today's protagonist is finally about to appear!

"The fourth contestant, from the far east, was the first Asian player to dare to participate in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest! Let's welcome, Yi ~~~~~~~~ Yang from the Dallas Mavericks! ”

The host deliberately dragged out his shouting, and Yiyang finally appeared in front of everyone under the spotlight. The grim guy just waved at the fans and stepped straight onto the pitch. Yiyang didn't engage in so many bells and whistles, like Carter said, they only focused on dunks today!

The lights are back on, and the four contestants are already eager to try. On the sidelines, countless NBA stars came to the scene and raised their mobile phones to take pictures wildly. The most explosive moment of the night has finally arrived!

"Viewers, welcome to the 2012 Orlando All-Star Game Slam Dunk Contest! This year, for the first time, we've seen an Asian player appear in the slam dunk contest. Moreover, he is also the most championship-looking player of the year! ”

That's right, it's actually a very strong opponent, Badinger was the winner of the McDonald's High School Slam Dunk Contest, George and Derek. Williams is also extremely athletic. If you want to win the championship deservedly, you have to be careful! ”

Under the watchful eye, the dunk contest finally kicked off. The first to take the stage was Badinger, the former winner of the McDonald's High School Slam Dunk Contest is undoubtedly very powerful, and he is also considered Yiyang's biggest competitor.

As soon as Badinger appeared, the famous black rapper "Braggart Daddy" Sean was invited. Combs. As Carter said, these players are trying to attract attention with gimmicks other than dunks.

After that, Badinger flew over the braggart dad to complete the dunk and won a full house. Although it seems that this ball seems to be very powerful, in fact, the braggart dad is only 1.87 meters tall. Leaping over him is actually not that difficult.

In the second dunk, George leaped over Hibbert for a dunk. There is no doubt that it will be more difficult to leap 2.18 meters tall Hibbert than 1.87 meters. Although Hibbert has bent down, no matter how much he leans over, he will not be shorter than the braggart daddy

In the third ball, Williams came out on a cool Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The idea was obviously good, but he never escaped the constraints of using props to attract attention.

Eventually, Williams flew over the motorcycle to complete the back buckle. But to be honest, if he flew over two overlapping motorcycles, it might be somewhat convincing. Just a motorcycle, this is not a visual shock at all. A lot of spectators in the audience may not be able to dunk the dunk, but they can do the same by jumping over a motorcycle.

After the dunks of the first three contestants, the Yiyang that the fans were looking forward to finally appeared! After three slightly disappointing performances, Yiyang shouldered all expectations.

"It's finally here! The whole slam dunk contest is waiting to be saved by him! ”

Just when people were in the spotlight, Yiyang stood directly outside the three-point line with a basketball.

"No, no, no, wait. Is he ...... Is it rare that there are no props or other ideas? "Mike. Brin's eyes widened, Yiyang really wanted to dunk directly.

There are no props, no stars, no lighting effects and no blessings from teammates, under the stunned gaze of everyone, Yiyang hugged the basketball and started running!

In the process of running, Yiyang felt as if his surroundings were still. He could only hear the sound of his own heartbeat and the wind hanging in his ears, this action he had failed countless times in training, at first Carter also seriously discussed with him about the success rate of this dunk, but Yiyang resolutely chose to challenge. But now, in fact, he has some doubts in his heart.

"Don't press a stone in the bottom of your heart, if you press a stone in your heart, you can't fly." Carter's words to him this morning suddenly lingered in Yiyang's mind, he suddenly relaxed, and then took a leap!

After Yiyang jumped, he first spun in the air and held the ball under his waist with his right hand. After turning to the basket with his back to the basket, he holds the ball with his right hand and throws it vertically. The basketball rises in front of Yiyang's body, and at the same time, Yiyang's body continues to spin. After Yiyang turned around 360° in the air, the basketball that was thrown up just rose in front of Yiyang's eyes. Yiyang's right hand, which was originally placed underneath, was thrown up with the inertia of rotation, just caught the basketball, and then slammed it into the frame!

"Boom!" The hoop makes a crunch!

"Boom!" The whole audience is boiling!

All the fans stood up, and the stars watching from the sidelines widened their eyes one by one. And George, who was closest to Yiyang, directly held his head in his hands in disbelief.

"That guy just now, what did he do!?" Mike. Brin pointed to the pitch and shouted, his face already reddened from shock.

"Vince! Did you see that!? God, that's what you two usually practice!? Even Yiyang's teammate Nowitzki was taken aback.

No props, no stars, no lighting effects, and no teammates. Yiyang really blew up the Amway Center with the dunk itself!

Carter may be the calmest in the entire court except for Yiyang himself, and when everyone is in a frenzy, he, a "half-human and half-god", only smiles slightly.

This is just the first impact, and more exciting things are yet to come. Hopefully, Amway Center is strong enough to withstand Yiyang's three consecutive blasts.

Fans all over the world were stunned by Yiyang's dunk, and Yiyang walked to the bench and sat down with a relaxed face. The slam dunk contest should be interesting like this!