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On Thursday, December 2, 2004, after the NBA announced the Players of the Month for the first month, mainstream sports media began discussing the impact of the new rules.
On the TNT show, Charles Barkley once again lamented that "the league has gone soft."
The trio, as usual, previewed the two games scheduled for that night.
The showdown between LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony attracted considerable attention.
In November, Anthony was accused of carrying marijuana, but fortunately, the prosecutor dropped the charges, and the matter eventually fizzled out.
David Stern was very displeased about this, even clashing with the Players Union, believing that such news would damage the league's image.
Since the new century, the NBA has cracked down on marijuana and strictly enforced the dress code.
However, Anthony, who won Rookie of the Year, clearly became overconfident and followed Allen Iverson's rebellious path.
Dreadlocks, hip-hop attire, and off-court incidents made the league somewhat unhappy, and the media wouldn't let go of these juicy stories.
Kenny Smith, as always, took the initiative to speak up while his partners criticized the new rules:
"Steve Nash has led the Phoenix Suns to an 11-3 record after joining the team!"
"Besides his excellent individual statistics, Nash has also increased the Suns' attendance."
"This is the fans' choice. Everyone likes to watch beautiful offense, not an entire game of low-post play and free throws."
He averaged 16.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, 11.4 assists, 1.3 steals, and 3.3 turnovers in 34.6 minutes per game.
He averaged 11.0 field goal attempts per game, with a 55.8% field goal percentage, and 3.1 three-point attempts per game, with a 40.9% three-point percentage.
He averaged 2.9 free throws per game, with an 85.0% free throw percentage.
With these statistics, Nash received recognition from many commentators, as a month's worth of data was already substantial.
Regarding Kenny Smith's praise, Charles Barkley again expressed disdain, confidently stating:
"Why couldn't Nash lead the Dallas Mavericks to a better record before the rules were changed?"
"I admit he's played very well this season, but I won't vote for him. The MVP shouldn't be restricted by rules."
On the MVP rankings, Nash's name naturally appeared on the list because the Phoenix Suns and San Antonio Spurs had identical records.
There are over 450 players in the NBA, and making it onto the list is certainly something to be praised, but this also displeased old-school stars.
Ultimately, they looked down on Nash's playing style.
Ernie Johnson, however, had no prejudice.
Having been at TNT for so many years, he understood the nature of the MVP award.
Players are very smart, and reasonably utilizing rules is part of the game.
Controversy brings buzz, so Ernie Johnson still praised:
"Many people say Dwyane Wade's template is Clay Lee, but now, Nash is more like Lee."
"However, he needs to continue increasing his shot attempts, otherwise this year's MVP will most likely still be Lee's!"
In recent years, Lee usually won the Player of the Month award for November, and the new season was no exception:
He averaged 32.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 10.7 assists, 2.6 steals, 0.5 blocks, and 1.5 turnovers in 34.7 minutes per game.
He averaged 20.2 field goal attempts per game, with a 53.6% field goal percentage, and 9.2 three-point attempts per game, with a 45.9% three-point percentage.
He averaged 7.3 free throws per game, with a 94.7% free throw percentage.
In the games against weaker teams at the end of November, Lee visibly cruised, but his overall stats were still very impressive.
With his usage rate further increasing, his efficiency did not decrease.
If he had to play 82 games against the San Antonio Spurs in a season, Clay Lee might even average 40 points.
The director displayed Lee and Nash's statistics to the audience on television, and Charles Barkley sighed again:
"The New York Knicks and the Phoenix Suns are taking a large number of three-pointers every game, which is not a good sign."
"I certainly don't want the game to turn into a three-point contest!"
The impact of the new rules was still unfolding.
Before this, brutal Defense made it difficult for core guards to perform.
Unless they were exceptionally strong like Lee and particularly skilled at shooting, they couldn't make a name for themselves.
However, after referees restricted some defensive actions, guards like Nash, who are relatively slender and have better shooting talent, were strengthened.
No matter how Barkley disparaged it, most commentators and active players understood that the new rules definitely brought positive impacts.
LeBron James also had a chance to win Player of the Month, but Clay Lee's stats and record were better, so he unfortunately missed out.
In November, James averaged 26.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 2.4 steals, 1.1 blocks, and 3.2 turnovers, with a 51.5% field goal percentage.
His overall performance was extremely efficient.
The defensive-counterattack system built by Stan Van Gundy amplified James's advantages, and the Cavaliers visibly grew stronger.
In that night's game, the Denver Nuggets were easily handled.
98:72, the Cavaliers transformed into a no-fly zone, crushing the Denver Nuggets!
Dwight Howard and Drew Gooden, partnering in the paint, delivered 8 blocks for the entire game, and LeBron James easily scored 20 points simply by driving and counter-attacking.
Carmelo Anthony shot 6-for-20 for the game, with only 14 points.
And the Denver Nuggets' highly anticipated beasts, Kenyon Martin and defensive anchor Marcus Camby, both fizzled out, combining for 13 points.
At the end of the game, everyone on the Cavaliers was beaming, and Stan Van Gundy even spoke about the future at the post-game press conference:
"The Cavaliers are still growing, but we have already established a new team culture."
"Without a doubt, we will eventually fulfill our talent and bring a championship to Cleveland!"
On December 3rd, the Heat, coached by Stan Van Gundy, also didn't fall behind.
105:81, the Heat defeated the Chicago Bulls, bringing their record to 11 wins and 6 losses, and due to head-to-head results, they pushed the Cavaliers down to third place.
Currently, the Heat are troubled by the health issues of Dwyane Wade and Shaquille O'Neal.
If not for previous injuries, they might have already secured the second-place position.
That night, the Knicks also defeated the "Orlando Rockets." (Lol đ)
108:92, the Magic, who lost the game, now had a record of 5 wins and 10 losses.
After Allan Houston was confirmed out for the season, Steve Francis, Cuttino Mobley, and Kevin Cato became the team's core.
The Orlando sports media was already numb.
The new season seemed to be heading into tanking mode prematurely.
When facing weaker teams, Amar'e Stoudemire usually goes all out.
In tonight's game, Lee dished out 15 assists, feeding Amar'e Stoudemire repeatedly with pick-and-roll plays.
The "Rookie Killer"'s stats began to climb, and Derek Fisher's chemistry with Lee also grew stronger.
After winning this game, the Knicks also achieved a 9-game winning streak.
Starting this Saturday, they have another four consecutive road games, but fortunately, their opponents are not strong, and New York fans believe the team will maintain its winning streak.
When attending the press conference, Lee was asked mostly about the MVP award.
It is well known that Lee was consistently ranked first in the MVP standings last season, but Kevin Garnett ultimately won the award.
Lee didn't care too much about this situation.
It was a matter of selection.
If he lost the trophy, the fans would question the voting media.
Although he cruised, his record was not bad, so when talking about this award, Lee didn't hold back:
"I no longer need to rely on the MVP to prove myself. Compared to that, I want to achieve the three-peat that is within reach."
"I like this kind of challenge. The Knicks are in great shape right now, everyone has the same goal, which is to accumulate more wins before the All-Star Game to secure home-court advantage."
A New York Post reporter, more interested in gossip, suddenly asked about a rumor:
"Lee, have you been following the recent Lakers news? Vanessa caused Kobe Bryant and Karl Malone's relationship to break down!"
When the rumor from late November was brought up, many reporters in the audience began to whisper.
This kind of gossip was not only loved by fans but also welcomed by media reporters.
Lee naturally didn't pay attention to what happened before Thanksgiving, but he knew that if the New York Post reporter brought it up, the evidence was likely conclusive:
"I'm more concerned about Manchester United's shareholder meeting. As for the Lakers? It will be difficult for them to appear in the Finals in the next few years."
"I only care about potential opponents in the Finals!"
On Saturday, December 4th, TJ Simers, a reporter for the Los Angeles Times, vividly described in the newspaper how Karl Malone harassed Vanessa.
Karl Malone's agent, Dwight Manley, and Kobe Bryant both confirmed the news.
During the Lakers' game against the Milwaukee Bucks before Thanksgiving, Karl Malone's wife, Kay, gave her husband's phone to Vanessa.
The latter called Karl Malone and his children to come watch the game with her.
It was normal for Vanessa to invite her elder brother and family to watch the game at the Lakers' home court, but Malone's agent, Manley, revealed an extraordinary conversation:
"Hey! Cowboy, are you hunting?"
Manley specifically emphasized that Vanessa said this sentence twice, and Malone, wearing a cowboy hat, after hugging Vanessa, quickly responded:
"I'm looking for a Mexican girl!"
Vanessa later told Kobe that Malone had approached her again and said some very inappropriate things, and she also called Kay, asking her husband to stay away from her.
Kobe was naturally furious when he received this news, knowing that their relationship was very good last season, and their two families often had dinner together.
As a result, Malone was unable to return in the new season due to knee surgery.
The elder brother no longer focused his energy on basketball, but instead wanted to cuckold him?
When he called Malone, Kobe cursed at the old man, who did not deny his words, giving a silent response.
The explicit invitation shocked the onlookers, and the agent's revelation was even more outrageous:
"Karl Malone did not deny it, he just wanted to cuckold his little brother!"
The New York Post quickly followed up, and in the morning news report, it even vowed that fans had seen Malone give Vanessa a big hug.
The public knows about the character of NBA players, but the matter of disrespecting a friend's wife still shocked everyone.
After flying to Charlotte, the Knicks players also asked Derek Fisher for advice.
Everyone was particularly interested in this gossip.
Derek Fisher didn't expect Malone to have such an idea.
Last season, Kobe was isolated in the locker room, and only two veterans took care of him.
Looking back now, Derek Fisher understood why Malone always took care of Kobe.
In the visiting team's locker room, Derek Fisher, who had changed into his training uniform, showed a clear expression, then spat and said confidently:
"I knew Malone was up to no good a long time ago, he's a complete jerk!"
"It's just that I couldn't remind Kobe at the time. You know, I'm not a bigmouth who likes to badmouth people behind their backs."
"At first, we were all joking with Kobe, wanting to pursue Vanessa. Now it seems that Malone might have joined the Lakers with other motives."
Derek Fisher is very popular in the Players Union, and his words made the Knicks players nod repeatedly.
Malone is indeed a jerk, and they also understood why Lee refused this veteran at the time.
No one wants their girlfriend to be coveted by a teammate!
Barnes stepped forward and fist-bumped Derek Fisher, then joined in cursing Malone:
"The old guy even allowed his agent to leak information! Fuck! He's a scumbag!"
"At his age, he should go home and retire! If I were Kobe, I would definitely go to Malone's house and demand an explanation!"
Dikembe Mutombo coughed lightly and chuckled, teasing from the side:
"Age is never an issue. I also like pretty girls, but Malone really shouldn't make a move on a teammate's wife!"
"Maybe in a few days, he will officially retire."
"Damn it! Not long ago, I saw news that Buss thought Malone would return to the Lakers sooner or later, and he almost succeeded!"
The conversation got more and more off-topic, and Lee kept shaking his head.
No wonder Kobe broke down.
The elder brother's true intention was not alcohol, and his previous concern was all fake.
There were also onlookers in Charlotte.
Before the game started that night, the fans who arrived were also gossiping.
The Bobcats currently have a record of 3 wins and 10 losses.
With only half of the salary cap, the quality of their players is naturally not high.
Emeka Okafor is the absolute core of this team, and the smaller Knight successfully got a starting position.
Everyone exchanged pleasantries before the game, but Pau Gasol didn't show the Rookie any mercy during the game.
At the end of the first half, the score was 58:45, and the Knicks easily secured a double-digit lead.
Although the veteran Steve Smith on the Bobcats' bench suddenly found his shooting touch in the second half, Emeka Okafor kept missing shots, going 1-of-6 in a single quarter.
Fortunately, Charlotte fans didn't mind the home team losing.
In the 4th quarter, they even shouted Clay Lee's name.
Under the cheers of the enthusiastic fans, the Bobcats ultimately suffered a crushing defeat.
113:84, the Knicks easily secured their 10th consecutive victory!
For Lee, this game was more like an internal team practice.
Knight had played for the Knicks for several years, and the two were extremely familiar with each other.
The Bobcats' commander was suppressed throughout the game, so it was naturally difficult for them to win.
The gossip in Los Angeles was still fermenting.
Karl Malone still did not come forward to deny it, seemingly determined to "pursue" his teammate's wife.
After flying to Memphis, old friend Mike Fratello invited Lee to dinner.
The old coach Hubie Brown failed to revitalize the Grizzlies, and this team is still out of the playoffs.
After coaching a few games in the new season, Hubie Brown voluntarily resigned, and finally, Mike Fratello became the Head Coach of the Grizzlies.
Although he spoke eloquently from the commentary box and could easily talk theoretically, when it came to actual coaching, Mike Fratello also found it difficult to reverse the Grizzlies' decline.
With 5 wins and 13 losses, Jerry West no longer seemed magical.
The Grizzlies were still the same in the new season, entering a state of constant losing early on.
During the interview in the afternoon, Jerry West not only thanked the old coach Hubie Brown but also talked about the wrong choices made earlier with the Lakers:
"We made a wrong decision at the time. Without a doubt, Clay Lee is the best player from the '96 class."
"I even imagined more than once that if Lee and Shaq had teamed up, the Lakers might have surpassed the Celtics' consecutive championship record of that year."
"This is the charm of the draft. Now, what the Grizzlies need is time. After accumulating enough excellent talent, the team will definitely get on the right track."
Selected as the third overall pick in 1996, Rasheed Wallace has already become a Grizzlies legend.
However, to enter the playoffs in the Western Conference, an excellent big man is indispensable, and the Grizzlies clearly still have to wait.
After an easy victory over the Grizzlies, the Knicks, flying to New Orleans, looked relaxed.
The big beard Davis is likely out for the season, which has brought the Hornets' current record to 1 win and 15 losses.
Such a start meant the team was tanking early.
Head Coach Scott was somewhat helpless about this, but he also knew that tanking was the best option.
Although the Knicks started large-scale rotations again in this game, the Hornets were simply not competitive.
After the 3rd quarter ended, many fans left early.
Ultimately, 108:75, the Hornets lost again, continuing their dive for the top pick!
On Friday, December 10th, the Knicks welcomed their last game of the week.
After the start of the new season, the Wizards had a record of 10 wins and 6 losses.
Despite a slow start, they gradually found their game form after entering December.
Gilbert Arenas, Larry Hughes, and Antawn Jamison became the Wizards' perimeter core.
The twin towers combination of Brendan Haywood and Jared Jeffries also did a good job of protecting the rim.
The Wizards got rid of Michael Jordan and completely got on track.
Head Coach Eddie Jordan even actively praised Gilbert Arenas before the game:
"Gilbert is the hardest working player I've ever seen. On some levels, he's even better than Clay Lee!"
"Talent doesn't determine everything. Gilbert dedicates himself completely to basketball, and I prefer to coach players like that."
The Washington Post also often hyped up the hard-training Gilbert Arenas.
In his 4th year in his professional career, this second-round pick visibly became stronger!
The Knicks did not continue their previous tactic of crushing weaker teams in the 7 PM game that night, but instead returned to Defense.
The MCI Center had a good attendance tonight.
Compared to the game against the Atlanta Hawks, which only had over 8,000 spectators, the over 18,000 fans were more than double the number of the opponent's.
After the opening, Gilbert Arenas, as always, took on the offensive task, but after half a quarter, he was 0-for-3, which made him lose face a bit.
The Wizards started with a 3-2 zone Defense.
According to the game plan set before the game, they naturally wanted to double-team Lee at the top.
However, as the game progressed, Gilbert Arenas started showing off.
The more he missed shots, the more he wanted to prove himself, trying to pull Lee down to his level.
"Defense!"
Amidst the defensive cheers, Gilbert Arenas waved his hand, instructing his teammates not to help defend.
Rolling up his shorts, Gilbert Arenas lowered his center of gravity and started clapping to encourage himself before Lee even crossed half-court.
In the NBA, performative personalities are actually very popular.
Wizards fans, seeing their home team's star provoke Clay Lee, enjoyed the spectacle and cheered him on.
Lee, who had moved to the right wing, began to slow down.
After one crossover dribble, he held the ball in his left hand, dropped his shoulder, and accelerated.
Gilbert Arenas naturally anticipated the offensive move, slid quickly, and used his body to block the driving lane.
Crushing his way through, Lee broke through and approached the right elbow area, then suddenly stopped short, followed by two extremely quick behind-the-back dribbles.
Watching Lee feint left and right in front of him, Gilbert, who had stopped his feet, could only adjust his center of gravity to follow his Defense.
The moment the basketball returned to his left hand, Lee accelerated again, successfully gaining half a step, leaning against the defender, and crushing his way into the paint area.
With the sudden stop and start, Gilbert lost more than half a defensive step.
Directly in front of the basket, without waiting for the big man inside to help Defense the basket, Lee gathered the ball early while moving, decelerated, and exerted force.
Gilbert, who was chasing him from the side, was knocked backward and didn't have time to jump up and block the shot.
He watched as Clay Lee used the momentum to drift to the left, and with his left hand, he threw the ball in!
"Boo! Oh!"
Boos and cheers erupted simultaneously.
Lee's seemingly effortless offense made Gilbert appear particularly disheveled.
"Buddy, you still need to practice more!"
Lee patted Gilbert, who was about to complain to the referee.
In this kind of one-on-one performance, the referee wouldn't call minor physical contact.
19:14. Antawn Jamison felt his teammate was getting a bit hot-headed and loudly reminded Gilbert to calm down.
Amidst the fans' cheers, Gilbert, who received the ball at the baseline, quickly dribbled past half-court, then immediately passed the ball to Brendan Haywood in the left elbow area.
After his teammate received the ball, Gilbert first feigned a cut through the middle, then suddenly ran back to the left wing.
Brendan Haywood's pass was a bit slow, and Gilbert was already inside the three-point line when he received the ball.
Near the left block area, he faked a shot.
Noticing that Lee was unmoved, Gilbert protected the ball on his left side and quickly took a probing step with his right foot.
Just as his front foot landed, Gilbert clearly changed his rhythm, pausing slightly, then suddenly released the ball with his left hand, pushed off with his back foot, and lowered his shoulder to accelerate.
Amidst the fans' cheers, Gilbert didn't feel any contact from his side.
With a surge of joy, he suddenly took a quick step, cradled the ball with his left hand, leaned forward, and extended his body for a scoop layup.
"Oh!"
Still in the air, Gilbert heard the fans' exclamations, and then he saw the basketball slapped against the backboard.
Although the run-up distance was short after adjusting his steps, Lee jumped higher and had a quicker bounce, effectively compensating for his slight arm-span deficiency.
Pau Gasol twisted his body to control the ball and passed it back to Lee.
The Knicks players began to rush past half-court.
Gilbert almost fell at the baseline.
He wanted to quickly get back on Defense, but then he saw Lee slowly dribbling the ball, seemingly waiting for him to get into position.
Enraged, Gilbert again waved to his teammates, activating his tenacious Defense mode.
A repeat performance!
The fans at the MCI Center didn't mind, joining in the loud jeering.
On both benches, the hype squads also started shouting.
When he reached the right wing, Lee shielded the ball with his body, first passing it back to Raja Bell at the top of the arc, then turning his body again and extending his hands to ask for the ball back.
After receiving the ball, he turned to face the basket, protecting the ball on his right side.
Lee quickly took a probing step with his left foot towards the right front.
Gilbert, sticking close, still tried to interfere, but just as Lee's front foot landed, his body paused slightly.
After faking the opponent's center of gravity, he quickly released the ball with his right hand and pushed off with his back foot.
Lee, accelerating with a lowered shoulder, was about to squeeze past the Defense in the blink of an eye.
Gilbert, instinctively increasing his stride, desperately shuffled backward to the left.
The moment he was about to complete the breakthrough, Lee suddenly stopped short, powerfully bounced the ball on the spot with his right hand, then followed with a behind-the-back dribble.
The anticipated tight Defense didn't materialize.
Gilbert couldn't control his body, stumbled, and slipped to the floor, finally sliding into the paint area.
"OHâ!"
The fans at the MCI Center gasped in unison, and even the Washington Wizards' hype squad involuntarily covered their mouths.
Lee truly didn't expect to shake off the Defense so easily.
He showed no expression on his face, gathered the ball effortlessly with no defender, and calmly made a jump shot near the elbow area!
On the Knicks' bench, everyone was beaming with laughter.
Dikembe Mutombo and Barnes, draped in towels, roared with laughter.
Gilbert, pulled up by his teammates, grew angrier the more he thought about it, completely losing his composure.
In the next possession, when Gilbert slipped along the baseline and popped out to the right elbow area to receive the ball, he saw Lee chasing him on Defense.
He didn't shoot immediately but stopped.
Gilbert, holding the ball with his left hand and turning his body, had just waved to signal his teammates to clear out when Lee suddenly rushed up, bumped the opponent, and directly completed a steal.
"Shit!"
Knocked off balance and losing possession, Gilbert immediately cursed under his breath.
But looking at Lee's back, he realized he couldn't catch up to defend.
A 1-on-0 fast break.
Lee rushed into the paint area, jumped off both feet, grabbed the ball with his right hand, quickly spun 360 degrees in the air, and, amidst the fans' cheers, easily slammed the ball into the basket!
Head Coach Eddie Jordan, standing on the sidelines with his arms crossed, shook his head helplessly.
This was not the game plan set by the coaching staff before the game.
23:14. Lee's two successful Defenses helped the team extend the lead to 9 points.
At the Head Coach's urging, Gilbert had no choice but to pass the ball to Antawn Jamison.
In the latter half of the 1st quarter, Antawn Jamison and Larry Hughes became the team's main offensive players, helping the team stay close in score.
The game turned into a back-and-forth battle, much to the delight of the fans at the MCI Center.
In the last possession of the 1st quarter, Gilbert's forced three-point shot clanked off the rim again, and he immediately threw a frustrated punch.
34:24. The lead still reached double digits.
In the subsequent game, Gilbert, despite his poor shooting touch, didn't give up.
The more he missed, the more he shot!
Gilbert, always confident that he could make his next shot, occasionally led the Knicks on a small scoring run.
Especially after the 3rd quarter began, when the lead reached 14 points, as Raja Bell and Ron Artest both hit corner threes, Gilbert realized it was too late for a double-team.
The game continued into the 4th quarter, with the final score settling at 114:98, as the Knicks extended their winning streak.
Gilbert, who played 41 minutes, did not seize the opportunity to avoid peak traffic:
7-of-24 from the field, 2-of-10 from three-point range, 3-of-4 from the free-throw line, for 19 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, and 3 turnovers.
With a field goal percentage of less than 30%, Gilbert indeed displayed the confidence of a top scorer.
The Washington Wizards fans were very supportive, loudly chanting Clay Lee's name after the game, and some even gleefully shouted:
"MVP! MVP! MVP!"
In recent years, the Knicks have always visited the White House, and even the internal staff there have become Lee's fans.
After joining the Washington Wizards last season, Gilbert didn't particularly like the atmosphere there and occasionally complained to the Media.
After the new season began, Gilbert, seemingly awakening his big mouth attribute, complained to the Washington Post:
"I don't know why the NBA always schedules the Knicks to play in the Christmas War!"
"How many times have they played? The Washington Wizards should receive more attention."
The Christmas War is the pride of New York fans.
While they can't compare to the Celtics in championships, their number of Christmas War appearances is definitely far ahead!
The Washington Wizards seemed to have shed their underdog status this new season.
Naturally, Lee had to respond forcefully and make a statement to the fans.
Playing 40 minutes, he shot 15-of-24 from the field, 6-of-9 from three-point range, and 6-of-6 from the free-throw line, for 42 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists, 3 steals, 1 block, and 1 turnover.
Clay Lee, who was going head-to-head, could only give his performance a 9 out of 10.
After waving to the fans, he actively encouraged Gilbert, who had come to his side:
"Bro, what a great matchup! I believe the Washington Wizards can make the playoffs this season."
"I liked the Defense tonight. It made me feel pressure for the first time in a long time!"
"..."
At the MCI Center, the fans hadn't left yet.
Everyone seemed to want to watch the show.
Gilbert was held by Lee, who was imparting winning experience, and for a moment, he could only force a smile.
"An excellent scorer must believe in himself. You know, I never care about efficiency, and even less about shooting slumps."
"Training is the same. I like to push my physical potential to the limit."
"Basketball doesn't lie. What you do on the training court will eventually translate to the game!"
"..."
Watching Lee earnestly share his experience, Gilbert felt a tiny bit of joy in his heart.
After all, Lee wouldn't have said these things before, which seemed to indicate that he had been recognized.
Walking vaguely towards the player tunnel, Gilbert thought of the New York Media's revelations and suddenly realized that Lee might be tricking him:
"Manhattan at 4 AM? Shit! Go lie to ghosts!"
"..."
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