Weber hadn't played poorly this game. He was the main reason the King were still in it, managing to keep the score tight even as Ewing demolished their bench.
After all, with Olajuwon back at the five, the defensive pressure on Weber had lessened considerably.
Gugliotta was playing hard in this game, likely because he saw a chance to get his starting spot back. But no matter how hard he tried, his defensive fundamentals were what they were, so he could only do so much to limit Weber.
So far in the game, Weber had already shot 10-for-19 and, with free throws, had racked up 25 points.
But in Adelman's eyes, 25 points wasn't nearly enough. If the King wanted to win, Weber needed to score 35, maybe even 45.
Weber stared blankly at Adelman, his expression slowly turning serious. He nodded with conviction.
It wasn't just Adelman; the players also knew exactly what losing the Celestial King Mountain game would mean.
