Chapter 306 - 45° Assassin - No Look, No Doubt.
"I'm winning it this season," LeBron said, removing his mouthguard and glaring at Han Sen.
"I believe you," Han replied with a smirk that practically begged for a punch.
LeBron clenched his jaw. "You don't actually think you can succeed in Cleveland, do you?"
"What do you think?"
Han's amused expression left LeBron speechless.
Thankfully, the referee's whistle interrupted their tense exchange.
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The Lakers had a sideline inbound with little time on the shot clock. Kobe ran through a screen, caught the pass, and took a contested fadeaway jumper.
Tucker was right there with solid defense, but Kobe's shot still swished through the net.
LeBron's explosive performance wasn't the sole reason the Lakers were a top team in the West. After announcing his retirement, Kobe had found another gear, pushing himself to the limit.
As the Cavs brought the ball upcourt, Kobe and Dellavedova switched defensive assignments.