Close game

Blackstone Academy's starting line-up was surprised to see that they were almost drained from the first quarter, except for one player.

Alexandra suddenly spoke up and said

"The first quarter was too fast-paced, making you guys more tired than usual. Akihiko, are you able to play 4 quarters straight?"

Alexandra was able to notice how steady Akihiko was.

The other guys looked at Akihiko and were surprised to see it looked like it didn't affect him at all.

"Yes." that was all Akihiko replied

"One more thing, keep your usual pace. Starting from the second half, I want you to be more aggressive."

"Yes, coach." Akihiko said as he stood up.

"As for the rest of you, I'll be subbing Henry out for Gay. Now, proceed to win the game as planned."

Henry nodded obediently because he himself knew his capabilities.

"Yes, Coach!" Everyone replied in unison.

Meanwhile on the other side of the court

"Alright Lonzo, it's time for you step up. It's the same for you LiAngelo, I better not catch you slackin'. The other team's decent but you guys are better than this. So show 'em what you got!"

LaVar said

"YEAH!" The team said as they made their way to the court

....

The 2nd quarter is about to commence,

Akihiko received the inbound pass while the rest of his teammates already went to their positions.

As Akihiko reached front court, LiAngelo was already on him. Akihiko was tightly guarded while he dribbled the ball calmy, as if he wasn't affected by the pressure of his defender.

Akihiko stepped towards the right side with one foot. This made his body's direction point towards the right. LiAngelo immediately noticed this as he prepared for Akihiko's drive.

Out of nowhere, Akihiko did a spin towards the left side.

"Sh*t, he fooled me" LiAngelo said, he wasn't able to react in time so Akihiko dribbled towards the elbow. No one was there to guard him so Akihiko pulled up and shot the ball

*Swoosh*

The ball went in, signifying Akihiko's first point of the game.

Lonzo patted LiAngelo's back as he cheered his brother up

"Let's get them back"

LiAngelo nodded as Lonzo got the inbound pass.

Nash was right on him, he was ready to intercept any pass that Lonzo will make.

But Nash guessed wrong because Lonzo immediately drove towards the paint.

LiAngelo also rotated towards the paint, Akihiko chased after. Lonzo then passed the ball to LiAngelo who easily laid the ball up.

..

Nash held the ball in a triple threat position while Lonzo was on him.

Lonzo was anticipating what Nash was going to do next. Nash then jumped while Lonzo did the same for him to block Nash.

But mid-air, Nash threw the ball directly towards the backboard. Adebayo didn't expect this while Jason jumped and catched the ball. He then proceeded to slam the ball in.

"What a genius play!!"

"That kid can dunk for days!!"

Admiration was heard from the crowd.

Nash and Jason proceeded to go back to the defense as they walked alongside each other

"I have to admit, those two kids have terrifyingly good chemistry" LaVar said

"Nice play" Mike complimented as he patted the two's backs.

Akihiko and Gay nodded while they got back on defense.

Meanwhile, more and more people were watching the game. Even some players were here to watch.

....

Lonzo passed the ball to Adebayo, who posted up against Jason.

"You think you can handle me?" Adebayo provoked Jason

"Huh?!"

Jason's veins twitched as he heard that.

Adebayo then turned as he went for another hook shot. But this time, Jason was able to react in time.

Jason then caught the ball mid-air, gaining cheers from the crowd

But there was no time to waste as Jason passed the ball to Gay, who then passed it to Nash as they started the fast break.

Nash who was nearing the paint was stopped by Lonzo. Lonzo then said

"You're not getting past me!"

"Who said I needed to?" Nash smirked as he threw the ball right in the air

"No way!" Lonzo said while he looked at the air. Jason was there to catch the ball as he proceeded to dunk it right in.

"An alley-oop?!" Similar reactions were heard from the crowd.

Lonzo looked at his father, as if he was asking a question. His father nodded. Lonzo then looked at LiAngelo, who got the sign as they got ready for the next possession.

..

LiAngelo who received the inbound pass was dribbling towards half court. Akihiko didn't plan to tighten his defense against him. But this seriously back fired as he suddenly pulled up from near half court.

"What?!" Nash thought while he guarded Lonzo who had a faint smile on his face

LaVar was nodding approvingly.

Akihiko was able to discern what was going on.

"It's the exact same shot his brother Lonzo did earlier." He felt something was off

..

In their next possession, LiAngelo was the one who held the ball. He then proceeded to pass the ball to #26 who pulled up while Mike contested the shot.

The ball hit the corner of the rim as Adebayo and Jason fought for the rebound. But an unexpected hand caught the ball and proceeded to put it back in, it was Lonzo.

Akihiko thought

"These two brothers are becoming more troublesome, their abilities are becoming so similar to each other, not only that. I feel their game suddenly improved to another level'

LaVar had a smile on his face as he thought

'This is the special ability of the ball brothers.'