Smack!
Rakuzan's turn. The basketball refracted sharply again, flying to Mibuchi Reo's hands on the perimeter.
The latter shot against Ryuhei Kasuga, leaning back, hitting a three-pointer with an extremely difficult movement.
Sky (Earth/Void?) Shot!
"Although much weaker than Yuuto, not something my level can easily lock down." Ryuhei Kasuga wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Despite being mentally prepared, when things actually happened, he was still extremely unaccustomed.
That weird passing caused by Misdirection made it impossible for him to defend effectively.
Even with the intel given by Yuuto, it wasn't enough to guard against Rakuzan's Uncrowned Kings.
"Nice pass, Mayuzumi-senpai!"
"I can only do this much; winning still depends on you guys."
Rakuzan's attitude towards Mayuzumi Chihiro was different from the original work because Akashi tried hard to integrate him into the team.
This was great.
Mayuzumi Chihiro gained many friends in his last year.
Boring life became interesting.
Of course, if possible, he hoped the last year could become even more interesting.
For example, helping Akashi reach the top, defeating his great enemy, that proud Lion from Okushirazome.
Another possession.
Mayuzumi Chihiro received Akashi's pass again. This time he didn't pass, but shot a mid-range jumper directly himself.
Hit again; Rakuzan continued to score.
"Like Kuroko, also possesses scoring ability."
"However, his scoring method is much simpler."
Seirin discovered the difference between Mayuzumi Chihiro and Kuroko.
Rakuzan's Sixth Man, even when scoring, was so simple and unobtrusive.
This was essentially qualitatively different from Kuroko.
"Akashi knows clearly the weakness of the Sixth Man possessing autonomous scoring ability; he avoids Mayuzumi Chihiro attracting attention."
Kuroko listened to his teammates' words, remaining silent throughout.
How could he not know these things?
Yuuto told him the side effects when teaching him offense back then.
That would deepen his presence, accelerating the consumption time of Misdirection.
Mayuzumi Chihiro wouldn't; even scoring, he remained unremarkable.
The opponent could be called a New Model Sixth Man!
"Misdirection's limit is about 20 minutes."
"Seems Akashi intends to borrow Mayuzumi Chihiro to pass the first half, reducing Yuuto's correction speed."
Midorima's mind was clear.
His old teammate Akashi was trying his best to avoid one-on-one duels with Yuuto.
What about Yuuto?
He was instructing teammates, "Stay focused. I can't provide you support for now."
Mystic Eyes' analysis still needed some time.
Currently, he couldn't see Rakuzan's Dead Spots yet.
However, even without seeing Dead Spots, there were things he could do within his ability.
He had analyzed most of Rakuzan's attack intentions.
If Akashi didn't organize personally, he would find a way soon.
Offensive end.
Pass Without Warning continued to make contributions.
Like a pass shuttling through space, no one except Akashi could catch it.
Smack!
The moment Ryuhei Kasuga cut in, the ball had arrived in his hands.
That was his golden scoring area. Receiving the ball, he strode, scoring a layup while shielding off Nebuya Eikichi.
Turning back.
"Tsugawa!"
Yuuto shouted. Almost simultaneously, the ball sent by Akashi refracted sharply again.
Tsugawa Tomoki reacted quickly, reaching out to steal from Hayama Kotaro beside him in the first instance.
They now had to overcome one thing.
Don't follow instinct to chase the basketball, but stare dead at the match-up player beside them.
For the rest, just trust Yuuto!
Trust their captain, their King!
"You're really annoying!"
"Then don't hold the ball!"
One attacking, one defending; mouths engaging simultaneously during the matchup.
They were both players who liked to talk trash, attempting to use words to torture the opponent.
Conversely, they wouldn't be easily affected by the opponent.
Realizing this, the two suddenly stopped laughing, fully focused on defeating the opponent with offense/defense.
"Such high level, surpassing any previous final." Many teams were watching the match.
These two teams were absolutely geniuses destined to win the Winter Cup and Nationals championship.
Not just the leaders of the two teams; other players also displayed super high-level collisions in this match.
Hayama Kotaro used all his skills, posture like a cheetah, speed fast and unpredictable.
Tsugawa Tomoki?
He was like a vengeful spirit claiming a life, clinging to the opponent relentlessly.
The Little Cheetah was uncomfortable being entangled, knowing the result would become unknown if this continued, he chose to pass the ball to a teammate.
"Omuro!"
Yuuto's figure penetrated the air again to convey (information? ball?).
Giichi Omuro immediately withdrew his gaze to look for the defender beside him.
Super strong concentration allowed him to see Mayuzumi Chihiro's figure, not giving the opponent a chance to shoot.
But at this moment, a figure rushed into his line of sight at extreme speed.
Dazzling like the sun, making his gaze shift uncontrollably.
It was Akashi!
That leader of the Generation of Miracles was assisting Mayuzumi Chihiro.
But immediately, another figure followed closely, blocking his line of sight.
"Crap!" Giichi Omuro realized belatedly. Looking in front again, where was Mayuzumi Chihiro's figure?
The moment he turned his head, the crisp sound of the ball entering the net reached his ears.
Vanishing Drive!
Giichi Omuro cursed himself for being distracted.
He had tasted such a move long ago; shouldn't make such a mistake again.
Iwamura picked up the ball with a steel heart to go to the baseline for the inbound, comforting his teammate at the same time.
"He is Akashi; don't blame yourself excessively, Omuro!"
Yes.
The opponent was Akashi, dangerous level second only to Yuuto. He would divert attention; unavoidable.
But this couldn't be an excuse!
Shouldn't happen at this important moment when dreams were about to be realized.
If the team lost because of him, he would probably be stuck in such a nightmare for the rest of his life.
"Is this the New Model Sixth Man you mentioned?"
Yuuto didn't look back, staring at Akashi.
"Compared to Kuroko, not much different."
"Learning is also a kind of progress. Recognizing one's own shortcomings and absorbing their strengths is not shameful." Akashi responded calmly.
However, saying so, Akashi knew clearly in his heart.
The harder match started now.
The Generation of Miracles' biggest enemy wouldn't be easily defeated by such an offensive.
That terrifying correction talent; Misdirection wouldn't be effective forever.
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