From the paper strength perspective, the Lakers are not inferior to the Warriors.
But during the actual matchup, the omnipresent influence of the GOAT on both offense and defense fills one with a long-lost fear.
After halftime, the third quarter begins.
Kobe just secured two points for the Lakers and turns around, observing Odom backing away in front of him. Qin Yue takes the initiative with a crossover to close the distance with Odom, then makes a crossover in the other direction.
At this moment, Odom, wearing the Lakers' number 7 jersey, is instantly turned into the famous Premier League Route 66 by Qin Yue.
Qin Yue drives straight into the Lakers' paint and scores with a floater in front of the Gasol Brothers.
This is the GOAT.
Perhaps, physical talent allows the GOAT to overpower most defenses.
But in an NBA filled with superhumans, only those incredible skills can truly solve all theoretical defenses.
