NBA : Formidable Center

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Randy Finley still hesitated to stake the Miami Heat's future on Wang Song. However, due to John's insistence, he agreed to his scout's request, deciding to attend the championship game in person. He wanted to see just how this Asian center would perform against the team that dismantled Marquette—a team even Dwyane Wade couldn't overcome.

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**The Next Day**

Various media outlets summarized the NCAA semifinals and began analyzing the championship game's odds.

- *"The Cinderella Story Continues: The Underdog Wolfpack Advances to the Finals!"* — *The New York Times*

- *"Unstoppable Kansas Jayhawks: Will North Carolina Be Their Final Stepping Stone?"* — *The Boston Globe*

- *"Teamwork is the Key to NCAA Victory," Says Marquette's Dwyane Wade* — *The Miami Herald*

- *"LeBron James: 'This Year's NCAA Has Been Incredible; Not Going to College Is My Only Regret.'"* — *The Cleveland News*

These and countless other reports flooded the media.

Aside from professional sports outlets, individual commentators also weighed in on the unpredictable championship game.

- TNT analyst Charles Barkley: *"Last year, I had to kiss a donkey for doubting Yao Ming. He's undeniably changed my perspective on Asian big men. But Wang Song is a different player—he's tough in the paint but lacks Yao's finesse in mid-range shots. The Jayhawks' zone defense will give this kid a hard time. I'm betting on Kansas' team basketball to secure the win."*

- Kenny Smith (Barkley's colleague): *"As usual, Charles is way off. Wang Song is the most consistent player in the NCAA. Just look at his stats—no one else can boast such dominance. That insane shooting percentage speaks for itself. If I'm not mistaken, the Jayhawks are already scrambling to figure out how to stop this Asian big man!"*

The pre-game discussions only heightened the hype, capturing the attention of sports fans across the nation. The relentless media coverage turned Wang Song into a household name.

Many neutral American fans, however, were rooting against the North Carolina Wolfpack. After all, having experienced a Chinese player as last year's NBA No. 1 draft pick, the thought of another Chinese player lifting the NCAA championship trophy was difficult for them to swallow.

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**Within the Wolfpack Camp**

Head coach Herb Sendek couldn't have been happier with the growing attention. His frequent mentions of Wang Song in post-game interviews had successfully amplified the player's visibility.

Of course, Herb's intentions weren't entirely selfless. Wang Song's rise directly tied to his own career trajectory. If an unknown Asian player could rise to prominence, the coach who believed in him would naturally share the accolades. Herb knew his reputation for nurturing young talent would soar.

Now that the public spotlight was on Wang Song, NBA teams were bound to take notice.

With the finals approaching, Herb made tactical adjustments, elevating Wang Song's role as the primary offensive weapon. He even devised a series of low-post strategies tailored for him.

For Herb, the championship itself had become secondary. As long as Wang Song delivered an exceptional performance, the coach could already foresee a flood of job offers after the season. If they won the title, his stock would skyrocket even further.

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**Back in China**

Sports forums were abuzz as Wang Song's North Carolina Wolfpack reached the NCAA finals. Fans went into a frenzy, endlessly refreshing their browsers for updates and engaging in heated discussions.

- *"Wang Song's 15 points, 8 assists, 10 rebounds, and 4 blocks lead the team to the finals!"*

- *"Chinese Power! Dominating the Longhorns' Twin Towers to Secure Victory!"*

- *"TJ Ford's 28-Point Performance Falls Short; The 'AI Successor' Can't Carry Texas."*

- *"Comprehensive Analysis: Wolfpack vs. Kansas Jayhawks."*

These articles dominated sports sites like NewFox Sports, with each post garnering hundreds of replies.

Even NBA coverage took a backseat to NCAA news. Although Yao Ming's Houston Rockets were fighting for a playoff spot, the intense experience of following Wang Song's success captivated fans more. The Rockets' updates trailed behind the Wolfpack in attention.

For NewFox Sports, this surge in popularity was a golden opportunity. Having secured Wang Song's endorsement and exclusive NCAA broadcast rights, the platform outpaced competitors.

While rivals scrambled to obtain NCAA broadcasting permissions, NewFox had already locked down the hottest athlete. Once Wang Song finished his season and completed his endorsement shoot, the platform would fully leverage his image, securing dominance in the domestic sports media market.

Looking at the thriving website, NewFox's head, Zhong Yuan, felt like he was living a dream. His late-night browsing had accidentally led to this remarkable opportunity, propelling NewFox Sports to the forefront of the industry.

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