CHAPTER 80: CHAPTER 80, CHAMPIONSHIP NIGHT, 1ST ASIAN MOP!

Calipari didn’t care about his image, put his suit aside, rolled up the sleeves of his white shirt, and celebrated passionately on the sidelines, punching the air.

"I love him to death!"

"Well done."

Not only Calipari was going crazy, but assistant coach Kenny Payne was too.

The entire audience was chanting Zeng Xingyang’s name, while the Duke University bench was very quiet.

Zeng Xingyang.

This Asian guard, once considered just a 3D player, has turned this into his stage for fame.

All kinds of shooting displays, he made shot after shot, causing everyone to applaud him!

Zeng Xingyang used his shooting to dismantle Duke University’s defensive system.

Winslow swore, it was the first time he encountered such a crazy player.

His most confident defense crumbled under Zeng Xingyang’s repeated shots.

OMG!

How is this guy so good at shooting?

Barkley, Smith, O’Neal, Miller, and others were also shocked by Zeng Xingyang’s performance.

No one expected the second half of the game to turn into Zeng Xingyang’s shooting show.

Barkley couldn’t help but say, "This guy is the spitting image of Klay Thompson, and I’m not talking about his college days, but now."

Smith said, "If any team needs a shooter, then pick him; he won’t let you down."

O’Neal said, "I’m increasingly looking forward to seeing him enter the NBA."

Miller said, "He has the talent to become a top NBA shooter; I see the old me in him."

The score quickly widened to double digits, soon reaching 92 to 77.

With 3 minutes and 11 seconds left, Calipari chose to call a timeout to let Zeng Xingyang rest for a bit.

Since starting in the second half, Zeng Xingyang had not left the court and was constantly moving on the floor.

Duke University used all kinds of defenses against Zeng Xingyang, but ultimately they were all broken.

This toll was significant for Zeng Xingyang too, and he was starting to show fatigue.

Returning to the bench, Calipari proactively handed Zeng Xingyang a bottle of water.

Zeng Xingyang took it and drank; Towns, Booker, Koulistan, Lyles, and others beside him were visibly excited.

This score difference meant the game was about to be won, bringing them ever closer to the championship.

After drinking water, Zeng Xingyang was gasping for breath to rest; he too was near his limits.

During the timeout, the entire crowd was chanting Zeng Xingyang’s name, drowning out the voices of Duke University fans.

"MOP!"

"MOP!"

"MOP!"

Zeng Xingyang’s performance deeply moved the fans.

"Nearly the entire audience is cheering for the same player; it’s a rare sight," O’Neal said.

Zeng Xingyang waved to acknowledge the fans from the bench.

Thunder’s general manager Presti clenched his fist; he was eager to select Zeng Xingyang for the Thunder!

He knew Zeng Xingyang would explode eventually, but never thought this explosion would happen in the last college game.

This breakthrough made it much harder for the Thunder to pick him.

His draft position becomes completely unpredictable!

If someone is willing to use a top-five pick on Zeng Xingyang, Presti wouldn’t think it’s excessive.

Calipari didn’t bench Zeng Xingyang but sent him back to continue challenging the opponents.

The game quickly reached the final 1 minute and 23 seconds.

Towns cut off Okafor’s ball on defense.

The ball landed in Booker’s hands.

Booker grabbed the ball and quickly pushed the fast break, Zeng Xingyang following on the left.

In high-speed motion, Booker drew the defense and passed the ball to Zeng Xingyang.

Zeng Xingyang positioned himself outside the left three-point line.

At that moment, Duke University’s defense wasn’t fully set.

Receiving the ball, almost instinctively faked, dodging the pouncing Winslow.

Zeng Xingyang moved sideways with a dribble, and shot a three.

The basketball traced a beautiful arc.

"Swish!"

Right on target!!

This three-pointer pushed Duke University into despair.

Zeng Xingyang made a "goodnight" gesture as a celebration running back!!

"Click-click-click!!"

This goodnight celebration gesture is bound to become the most captivating move of this season.

Compared to the shooting gesture, Zeng Xingyang felt "goodnight" suited this scenario more.

The crowd roared!!

They were all celebrating University of Kentucky’s impending championship win!!

Duke University desperately called a timeout.

Coach K slapped a hand on his forehead, utterly helpless.

To encounter such an explosive shooter in the finals, what bad luck.

Duke University became the stepping stone for Zeng Xingyang’s glorious rise.

points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 blocks, 4 steals, 3 turnovers.

Zeng Xingyang scored the highest personal score in University of Kentucky’s tournament history!

With shot after unstoppable shot, Zeng Xingyang became the brightest star of the night.

Even top draft prospects Towns and Okafor, at this moment, their brilliance was completely overshadowed by Zeng Xingyang.

Zeng Xingyang’s performance was impeccable, embodying the ultimate showcase for a forward.

If Zeng Xingyang’s sudden burst in the last game had some element of chance, this night’s continued elevation undoubtedly demonstrated his current fighting strength!

He, Zeng Xingyang’s college career, was not inferior to anyone!

Coach K seemed to age five years, unable to fathom the curtain falling on Duke University in such a manner!

The electronic buzzer sounded.

The final score was frozen at 99 to 85, with the University of Kentucky defeating the formidable Duke University by a 14-point margin.

As soon as the game ended, the sky was filled with confetti, and the University of Kentucky fans in the stands all rose to cheer.

The University of Kentucky’s substitutes and coaches roared and rushed onto the court.

Coach Calipari was surrounded by players, shouting and celebrating.

This year, after entering the tournament, Kentucky has successively defeated powerful opponents like the University of Notre Dame, Ohio State University, UCLA, Wisconsin, and won the championship strongly.

Along with their pre-tournament record, they achieved an undefeated season.

This championship is incredibly prestigious!!

Zeng Xingyang was lifted by his teammates and tossed into the sky.

Zeng Xingyang was worried that no one would catch him, and he might time travel again.

Such a thing wouldn’t happen, as he was tossed into the sky repeatedly by his strong teammates.

Barkley shouted loudly, "Zeng Xingyang has become the first yellow player to win the NCAA championship."

"In both successive games, Zeng Xingyang was the hero of the University of Kentucky’s victory."

"He has made history for Asian players, allowing future Asian players to look up to Zeng’s style for NBA aspirations."

Beside him, Kenny Payne watched as Zeng Xingyang was mobbed by teammates, his eyes red.

Kenny Payne witnessed Zeng Xingyang grow from a position close to being eliminated by the school team to the current phase of shining star.

He is part of Zeng Xingyang’s development, akin to nurturing in basketball games.

Winslow watched this scene from afar, gritting his teeth.

He accepted the loss gracefully, but it was somewhat hard to digest such defeat.

Once Zeng Xingyang was let down by his teammates, the team only then, with the coach’s reminder, went to shake hands with the opponents and watched them leave the court.

The Duke University players walked back to the locker room, accompanied by tears.

After this final, many players will enter another stage in their careers.

Not long after.

With the staff’s signal, Towns hoisted Zeng Xingyang onto his shoulder.

Zeng Xingyang took the scissors, went to the hoop, and cut down a piece of the net.

The NCAA has a tradition where the championship team can cut down the net to keep.

After cutting down the net, the award ceremony was also ready.

The NCAA championship trophy was already placed, and the assistant coach brought the championship hats.

Zeng Xingyang touched the Kentucky sign on the championship hat, feeling much emotion.

In his previous life, he could only watch championship team members wear the hats and celebrate madly on TV.

Back then, he felt nothing, but now, when it’s his turn, he is very excited.

"Hey, what are you thinking about, put it on," Booker first wore the hat backward, prompting Zeng Xingyang.

Booker’s voice pulled Zeng Xingyang back to reality.

Zeng Xingyang laughed and patted Booker’s back, then put on the hat and stood on the podium with Booker.

The Kentucky fans on-site kept cheering.

The staff handed the championship trophy to Calipari, who touched it and passed it to Towns.

Towns excitedly kissed the trophy and then raised it high.

Afterward, Towns handed the trophy to Booker, who touched it and then passed it to Zeng Xingyang.

Zeng Xingyang’s hand also covered the trophy, feeling cold and refreshing.

At this moment, Calipari picked up the microphone to speak.

Watching his beloved disciples, Calipari said emotionally, "One season, I witnessed your hard work; you are the best bunch of players I’ve coached. Your self-awareness and team atmosphere eased my efforts significantly."

"Carl, you are the most gifted player, Devin, you are the most skilled player, Kouli, you are the best jumper, Zeng, you are the hardest working....."

"Together, we created a perfect season’s undefeated legend. You will be written into University of Kentucky’s school history and NCAA’s history."

"I am honored to fight alongside you, achieving the goals we set at the season’s start."

"I am proud of you."

Calipari almost named everyone for praise.

This is the first time in his professional career that he won with an undefeated record; he knows how challenging it is to achieve this.

Unfortunately, they will only be a team for one year. Next year, many will enter the NBA.

The camera focused on Towns, Booker, Zeng Xingyang, and other players, their faces filled with excitement.

After Calipari’s speech, the host also received a card.

The host shouted loudly, "The MOP of the 2014-15 NCAA Final Four is......"

The host deliberately stretched his voice, while at this moment the camera and everyone’s eyes were on Zeng Xingyang.

Without any surprise.

"Zeng Xingyang!"

Well-deserved!

"Zeng, you have become the first yellow player to win the MOP; do you have anything to say?"

The host handed the microphone to Zeng Xingyang, who said, "I’m very happy we could stand here to achieve the goal, we defeated many strong opponents, and I’m already eager to enter the NBA."

Zeng Xingyang did not hide his ambition at this moment.

The finals are over, and he can discuss NBA topics at any time.

For him, the NCAA was only a periodic goal.

His next goal is in the NBA!

Zeng Xingyang is full of expectations for his future NBA career.

Which team will he go to in the future?

He is very curious too!