"61 points! Kai Chen once again scored a career-high 61 points!"
"This is also the first time in NBA history that a rookie has scored 60+ points during his rookie season!"
Previously, in the 2009 season, rookie Brandon Jennings scored 55 points in his seventh career game.
That performance set the NBA rookie single-game scoring record, as well as the youngest 50-point record.
But now, that record has been shattered by Kai Chen!
At the same time, Kai Chen's 61-point outburst made him the first rookie in NBA history to score more than 60 points in a single game.
Even legendary scorers like Michael Jordan, the God of Basketball, and Wilt Chamberlain, the Emperor of Basketball, never achieved such an astonishing performance in their rookie seasons.
"The Clippers have completed their rebuilding. With Kai Chen as the centerpiece, they are destined to create a new dynasty!"
"It's also worth mentioning that the Clippers remain undefeated this season and have firmly entered the league's top tier!"
After the game, O'Neal and Smith were still immersed in praise for Kai Chen.
A rookie like this deserves every bit of acclaim.
"Kai has scoring ability far beyond his age. His offensive arsenal is incredibly complete and extremely difficult to contain!"
Celtics coach Stevens, interviewed after the game, gave Kai Chen the highest possible praise: "Honestly, we haven't seen a rookie play like this in a very long time."
"He will become a legend of the new era!"
Meanwhile, across the ocean—
The moment the referee blew the final whistle, major overseas media outlets had already splashed Kai Chen's performance across their front pages.
Tencent Sports: "61 points! Kai Chen's scoring ability rivals any super scorer in history!"
Hupu Sports: "History made! Kai Chen single-handedly blows up the Celtics' core!"
Sina Sports: "A first in league history—Kai Chen's story continues!"
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At the same time, social media platforms were flooded with highlights of Kai Chen's 61-point explosion.
Without question, the hottest topic of the day—and the most talked-about figure—was Kai Chen.
And it wasn't limited to overseas coverage.
Almost simultaneously, major American media outlets rolled out their own headline stories.
TNT: "Strongest third overall pick! Kai Chen overwhelms two third-overall selections by himself!"
TNT clearly continued its flair for sensational headlines—but this time, it wasn't exaggeration.
In this game, the Celtics' two third-overall picks, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, combined for just 36 points, far less than Kai Chen's 61 on his own.
ESPN: "One game locks up Rookie of the Year—Kai Chen sets a new record with 61!"
Sports Illustrated: "Transcending ancient and modern times, Kai Chen is King!"
Among all outlets, Sports Illustrated stood out the most.
In the article, they meticulously listed the highest-scoring rookie-season performances by legendary players throughout history.
Their final conclusion:
Transcending ancient and modern times, Kai Chen is King!
The entire basketball world was engulfed by Kai's 61-point masterpiece.
Nearly everyone was talking about his explosive scoring feast.
Oakland — Oracle Arena
Curry and Durant stared at the stat line on the TV for a long time without saying a word.
Their original plan had been to study how Kai Chen dismantled the Celtics.
But as the game unfolded, Kai Chen's performance grew more and more dazzling, pushing both superstars into deep reflection.
Their biggest obstacle to a three-peat this year—was it the Rockets? The Spurs? The Celtics?
Or the rapidly rising Clippers?
That question lingered in both their minds.
"Kai Chen was originally ours—but you traded him!!!"
Atlanta
The Hawks' owner slammed the table, shouting at the general manager beside him. "Look at this stupid shit you've done! We could've rebuilt just as fast as the Clippers!"
The general manager stood there in silence.
He had expected Kai Chen to succeed in the NBA—but he never imagined this.
Five career games.
Sixty-one points.
And against the Celtics, the team with the best defensive efficiency in the league.
If the owner had known Kai Chen would be this explosive, he wouldn't have traded him even if Jerry West had asked for the entire roster.
"Propose a trade!"
The owner, still furious, continued, "Except for Trae Young, they can ask for anyone else on the roster!"
"If you can't trade Kai Chen back, you're fired!"
On the other side, on TNT's evening show.
O'Neal asked Barkley how he viewed the Suns passing on Kai Chen and selecting Ayton instead.
"It's hard for me to imagine Suns management skipping Kai Chen to take Ayton."
"I'd rather give up a few extra picks and still get Kai."
After that, Barkley—a Suns legend—launched into a furious rant, opening with a loud "fuck," blasting the Suns' front office live on air.
As Barkley tore into Suns management and the Hawks drowned in regret over trading Kai Chen, that original three-team deal once again returned to the spotlight.
This time, fans no longer cared about what the Clippers gave up—
Only that they got Kai Chen.
"The Suns are beyond saving. Their decisions this summer were criminal!"
After a blowout loss at home to the Lakers, the Suns' home commentator exploded: "Deandre Ayton is not worthy of the number-one pick!"
"They gave up Kai for Ayton!"
"And now Kai Chen is leading the Clippers toward the top of the Western Conference, while Ayton looks soft as fucking toilet paper out there!"
It wasn't just commentators piling on.
Even fans outside of arenas held up massive banners:
Stupid management, resign immediately!
We don't want Ayton—we want Kai Chen!
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