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Throughout March, the Bulls played 16 games, winning 11 and losing 5, maintaining a stable winning rate of over 68%. This solidified their place ahead of the Heat, second only to the Pistons in the Eastern Conference standings.During these games, Wang Chong delivered a jaw-dropping performance, averaging 38.2 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game. He shot an impressive 54% from the field and maintained a three-point shooting percentage above 40%. His stellar stats caused his season average to climb to 34.9 points per game, just shy of the 35-point mark.
However, Kobe Bryant, his closest competitor, was just ahead, with an average of 35 points per game, leading Wang Chong by a narrow 0.1-point margin. The race for the scoring title was incredibly tight, and any game could tip the balance. This added pressure for Wang Chong, who was determined to win the league's scoring title at any cost. He knew Kobe wasn't about to back down, especially considering Kobe's historic 2005-06 season, where he averaged over 40 points per game in April.
The Final Stretch Begins
On April 1, 2006, the Bulls defeated the Boston Celtics 110-94 at home, with Wang Chong scoring 42 points. He shot 18-for-28 from the field and 10-for-11 from the free-throw line, overshadowing Paul Pierce in their matchup.
The following day, Kobe Bryant responded by scoring 43 points in a home game against the Rockets. Thus, the final sprint for the scoring title between Wang Chong and Kobe began.
On April 4, Wang Chong dropped another 40 points in a 106-95 home win against the Indiana Pacers. Meanwhile, Kobe outdid him with a 51-point performance, although his Lakers lost. Kobe shot 45 times but made only 17, giving him a subpar shooting percentage of 37.8%. Kobe's focus had shifted entirely to the scoring title, and he seemed unconcerned about his team's record.
On April 7, Wang Chong and Kobe continued their scoring duel. The Lakers lost to the Suns 96-107, with Kobe scoring 47 points on 42% shooting. Wang Chong scored 45 points in a Bulls win, keeping pace with Kobe. The NBA world was stunned as these two superstars continued their back-and-forth battle, with the media dubbing it "The Greatest Scoring Duel in History."
Despite standout performances from stars like LeBron James, Steve Nash, and Allen Iverson, the league's focus was squarely on the Wang Chong-Kobe scoring duel.
Turning Point in Game 77
The pivotal moment arrived in the 77th regular-season game. The Lakers defeated their crosstown rivals, the Clippers, 100-83. Kobe scored 38 points, with a shooting percentage of 52%. Although impressive, it was below the 40+ point pace Kobe had set earlier.
On the same night, the Bulls defeated the Atlanta Hawks 96-90. Wang Chong scored 44 points, continuing his string of 40+ point performances. Kobe, however, faltered in the next game against the Golden State Warriors, scoring just 31 points on 10-for-32 shooting.
Meanwhile, Wang Chong maintained his consistent scoring, adding 40 more points in a win over the Washington Wizards. Kobe's scoring average slipped slightly, and Wang Chong caught up. The two now had almost identical averages, with Kobe slightly ahead due to total points.
Feeling the pressure, Kobe responded with a 50-point explosion against the Portland Trail Blazers on April 14, but it wasn't enough to pull away from Wang Chong, who scored 52 points in his own game. With just two regular-season games left, the battle was set for an epic conclusion.
Final Two Games
The Bulls' last two games were against the Magic and the Raptors, both weaker teams, while the Lakers faced tougher opponents in the Suns and the Hornets. Both Kobe and Wang Chong were primed for strong individual performances.
Kobe scored 43 points against the Suns in a 109-89 win, and in the final regular-season game on April 18, he stayed on the court for the entire 48 minutes against the Hornets, scoring 55 points to end the season with an average of 35.5 points per game. This was a historic achievement, as no player had averaged such a high number since Michael Jordan.
Yet, the suspense wasn't over. The Bulls' final game was one day later, and Wang Chong had one more chance to surpass Kobe. After scoring 49 points in the previous game, he needed at least 50 points in this last contest to clinch the scoring title.
The Final Game: April 19
On April 19, the Bulls' home court was packed. The Bulls, with a record of 55 wins, were comfortably in second place in the Eastern Conference. However, the outcome of this final game was irrelevant to the standings. What mattered was Wang Chong's pursuit of the scoring title.
For Bulls fans, this was a monumental moment. Michael Jordan, the franchise's legendary star, had won the most scoring titles in NBA history with 10. Wang Chong was on the verge of becoming the Bulls' first scoring champion since Jordan, sparking hope among fans that he could be the next iconic star for Chicago.
As the game tipped off, the stakes were clear. ESPN highlighted that Wang Chong needed at least 50 points to surpass Kobe. Given his recent scoring rampage, many believed he could do it.
Wang Chong faced off against Chris Bosh, another top pick from the 2003 draft. Though Bosh had a solid season with averages of 22.5 points and 9 rebounds, he couldn't match Wang Chong's dominance.
By halftime, Wang Chong had already scored 27 points, and the Bulls were leading the Raptors 69-43. Fans anxiously watched as Wang Chong continued to chase the 50-point mark.
In the third quarter, Wang Chong added 6 more points, bringing his total to 33 points. He rested for most of the quarter, saving his energy for the final push. Fans began to worry. Could he score the necessary 17 points in the fourth quarter?
As the final quarter began, Wang Chong came out with renewed energy. He relentlessly attacked the Raptors' defense, scoring almost effortlessly. In what felt like a surreal turn of events, the Raptors' defense seemed to soften, almost as if they were allowing him to score.
Wang Chong seized the opportunity, scoring 22 points in the fourth quarter alone, bringing his total to 55 points for the game. This performance pushed his season average to 35.6 points per game, surpassing Kobe and crowning Wang Chong as the league's scoring champion for the 2005-06 season!
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