He scored 40 points at half-time, which was the first time since Kobe Bryant in 2003, and 60 points in three quarters was the second time after Kobe Bryant in the past 20 years. In this way, Tang Shen seems to be great enough, not to mention the record of 37 points in a single section.
Let's take a look at Kobe's three games at that time. He hit 3 18 18, 4 10, 22 of 25 free throws, 8 rebounds, 2 turnovers and 3 fouls.
Let's take a look at Tang Shen's data today: 33 shots 2 1, 14 8, free throws 1 1 free throws 2 rebounds 1 assists 0 mistakes 0 fouls 0 steals.
They can be said to be neck and neck, and Tang Shen can be said to have defeated his teammates. As soon as Curry Durant started, Tang Shen won an excellent position. Anyway, the defensive players dare not be so reckless, let alone double-team, so Thompson can score 60 points, and Curry and Durant also contributed.
Seeing Kobe is different. At that time, the Mavericks can be said to have two or three people directly double-team Kobe Bryant, because there was only one Kobe Bryant in the Lakers at that time, so just stick to him. In that case, 62 points is not easy.
More importantly, at that time, the Mavericks scored 6 1, which was called "five for one shot, five for one shot", and Thompson's scoring ability was outstanding at most. Kobe's 62 points in three quarters are more precious and harder to get!