The referee was stunned for two seconds. He was suddenly awakened when he saw Michael Wright covering his crotch with one hand and covering his ditch with one hand, just like he and his wife did when they did it for the first time.

Sound the whistle quickly.

After struggling for a while, the referee gave a penalty for a physical foul.

Two free throws, plus possession of the ball!

Li Ao said to the referee: "If I said that my pants fell down by themselves and I just caught them, would you believe it?"

The referee’s eyes: Do you think I’m a fool?

He really wanted to send this kid out with another technical offender.

But he endured it. As a referee, he naturally understands the game. He knows the importance of this kid to the Trojans.

Indeed, this is not a particularly serious foul. If it were not to take care of the emotions of the visiting team players, it would be a pulling foul against the shooter.

Even a physical foul is a bit too harsh.

When Michael Wright heard this, he was extremely angry and wanted to rush to fight, but the Donald Duck on his pants made him almost die of embarrassment, so he could only roar: "Obviously you tore my pants.

Referee, send him out!"

The referee is more disgusted by the nonsense than by questioning the call.

Li Ao responded: "Mr. referee, don't blame me. The quality of this jersey is not as good as our training uniforms."

The bottom line referee turned around and pretended to communicate with the other referees, ignoring these two people. He was afraid that they would not be able to control the game.

This kid looks like a good boy, and his tone of voice seems to be quite polite, but what he does and what he says can really make people impulsive.

When Michael Wright saw that the referee ignored him, the scene was already boiling and the fans were laughing at him. He even saw his teammates pointing at him. He rushed towards the tunnel in shame and anger and was stopped.

Wildcats backup forward Peter Hanke, who is similar in height to him, took off his pants and threw them to Michael Wright, then covered his face and sprinted 100 meters into the tunnel.

Everyone has two arms and three legs, and they all cover their faces the same way.

After putting on his shorts, Michael Wright still felt embarrassed to see others, but he could only pretend to be calm, get back on the court amidst the urging of the referee, and walk to the free throw line.

The Trojans were laughing so much that the players on the bench and on the field could hardly stand upright.

But seeing Michael Wright play, the pressure made them focus and prepare to grab rebounds.

With two free throws and one throw, the opponent may tie the score or even take the lead in this round.

But Michael Wright was extremely angry and made two free throws!

The Wildcats continued to attack, and an angry Michael Wright continued to ask for the ball for a single. This time the referee kept a close eye on the ball and Li Ao did not make any small moves.

But Michael Wright himself threw too hard and threw it directly over the bridge!

Charles and Li Ao sandwiched Jaft Tokas, and Brusenthal blocked Richard Jefferson and grabbed the defensive rebound.

In the transition between offense and defense, Trey Paganier broke through and scored, Charles caught the ball and scored two points with a hook, 39 to 33, the score difference came to 6 points!

It was the Wildcats' offense again, and the first half was coming to an end. Gardner took the initiative to ask for the ball in singles. Rick Anderson, who didn't know how to make a decision because Michael Wright continued to ask for the ball angrily, breathed a sigh of relief and gave the ball to this man.

First-year point guard.

Facing Nate Haier's defense, Gardner faked a sudden jump and stepped back, then shot a three-pointer from the left side of the top arc...hit!

36 to 39, the Wildcats narrowed the score again.

The players on the Wildcats' bench jumped up and cheered in celebration. Root Olson clenched his fists and shouted "Yes". Although the score was not overtaken, the 3-point difference was acceptable.

With 13 seconds left on the clock, the Trojans attack.

Nate Haier pressed for time and broke through with 7 seconds left, but was blocked by the opponent's zone defense!

Neither Brusenthal nor Charles had a chance to catch the ball. Just when he was about to make a strong shot, he saw someone sneaking into the inside and quickly passed the ball.

Li Ao caught the ball inside. He couldn't get rid of Richard Jefferson, but he had to force the shot. Just when he was about to push the ball out, a person bumped into him.

The shot was destroyed, Li Ao took a few steps back and sat down on the floor.

His butt hurt a little, but he was very happy at the moment.

The referee's whistle blew, Michael Wright fouled, and Li Ao got two free throws!

Michael Wright held his head and squatted down in annoyance. He really wasn't going for the foul. He was just too eager to stop Li Ao from shooting. He didn't notice the distance and rushed out subconsciously. When he reacted, he was already due to inertia.

Can't hold back my feet.

He ruined Richard Jefferson's aggressive pursuit!

Compared to Michael Wright, Li Ao is much calmer.

Walking to the free throw line, Li Ao made two free throws amid the cheers of the fans at the scene!

With 2.6 seconds left, the Wildcats sent the ball out, and Gardner threw the ball directly toward the opposite basket. The halftime buzzer sounded, and the ball went through a long arc and fell into the audience outside the baseline.

Three no-sticks!

At the end of the half, the score was 41 to 36, and the Trojans led the Wildcats by 5 points heading into the intermission!

Michael Wright refused to accept it! He walked towards Li Ao and wanted to ask for an explanation. His fists... were loosened, and he turned around and left.

A group of people from the Trojans bench rushed toward Li Ao, led by the villain "Little Laimir" whom he had heard of in high school.

The Wildcats have a minor problem -- lack of unity.

It's okay to play games, there is a famous coach in charge.

But the relationship between the players has been in chaos since a certain No. 0 player joined.

If Michael Wright was beaten, a certain No. 0 player might be able to applaud the opponent.

…

After returning from the intermission, Li Ao drank a gulp of energy drink and then sat on a chair to rest.

He played continuously for more than ten minutes, including timeouts and dead balls, and stayed on the court for nearly half an hour. At the beginning of the second half, the middle-aged handsome man did not send him on, so he was happy to rest.

Made 4 of 4 shots, plus 2 of 2 free throws, scoring in double figures for the first time in his college career!

He has done everything he can and cannot do. He has worked hard to the limit and is ready to take two extreme hits for 0 for 1. Next, just trust his teammates.

At the beginning of the second half of the game, the Trojans sent out a combination of Granville, Trey Paganier, Sam Clancy, Jarvis Wright, and Evanisco.

The Wildcats fielded a combination of Gardner, Arenas, Richard Jefferson, Luke Walton and Woods.

The Wildcats went on an 11-5 spurt, with Gardner and Arenas' double shots beating the Trojans.

47 to 46, the Wildcats went ahead by 1 point!

Li Ao thought that their lineup was no match for the opponent. There were too many powerful players on the opponent's side, but he did not expect to be beaten so badly.

Henry Bibby couldn't sit still anymore and was ready to endure another round. If he couldn't hold on, he would have to substitute players in advance and gamble on the players' physical strength.

This little bit of patience paid off!

First, Trey Paganier broke into the paint and hit Woods' throw.

Immediately afterwards, Granville stole Gardner, counterattacked, and passed the ball to Sam Clancy, who followed up. The latter rushed inside, squeezed out Richard Jefferson and made a layup and caused a foul.

50 to 47, the Trojans regained a 3-point lead.

It's a pity that Sam Clancy added a penalty, but Trey Paganier and Sam Clancy's two tough inside scores shocked the teammates.

When the Wildcats attacked, Arenas broke through and played very calmly. He passed the ball to Luke Walton, who was supporting him. Luke Walton took two steps and then passed the ball. Gardner used Woods to cover the wing and passed around the pick-and-roll.

The ball hit a three-pointer, 50-50.

This time the score was tied, the Trojans players were not as mentally affected as they were two rounds ago, they just gotta do it!

Trey Paganier and Sam Clancy are like two wild dogs. Arenas will savagely attack whoever he is guarding.

Moreover, the characteristics of the two are different. Trey Pagannier is physically strong and technical, and can crush him statically; Sam Clancy is extremely explosive, and his physical fitness is at the power forward level, but he is a bit shorter.

Arenas is okay, he is a top player from the head down, and he accepts the fact that he is scored by his opponent. He is highly conceited and feels that everything can be answered by scoring.

Richard Jefferson has a big head. He can restrict each of these two people, but he cannot separate them.

Disadvantage, the Trojans are still at a disadvantage, and the score is inevitably led by their opponents.

Although Arenas' condition was not as good as the start, he was still outstanding. Li Ao was not present, and he played fairly calmly.

Gardner has been performing very well tonight, scoring 3 three-pointers and a long two-pointer so far.

But the Trojans didn't let the opponent widen the point difference!

Granville's offensive sorting, the wild dog play of the two brothers on the forward and defensive lines, and Evanisco's defense against Woods also played a big role.

At 7 minutes and 22 seconds into the second half, the score reached 61 to 59, with the Wildcats leading the Trojans by two points.

The Trojans called a timeout, and Henry Bibby replaced Shelby Jordan, White Mamba, and Charles, plus Granville and Trey Pagnier, and the starting lineup was complete.

For the Wildcats, Root Olson was paralyzed. With the lineups of both teams just now, they did not have much advantage. The three melons and two dates that the opponent just replaced actually tightened the score.

But there was nothing to adjust at that stage, it was just that two of the opponents broke out. Strengthening the defense might be able to defend against those two, but their own offense would also collapse.

He comforted himself that at least he had overtaken the score.

He replaced the five-man lineup of Arenas, Rick Anderson, Luke Walton, Michael Wright and Woods.
To be continued...