The boys looked different now. Jinzo pulled Drex and Mac aside for a few chat, followed by the three NPCs. When they broke apart, all five turned toward the girls' side with weird grins.
Nash watched them closely, eyes narrowing.
On the next play, Jaz powered down the court again. She rose high and slammed the ball through the hoop with a loud bang that echoed across the arena.
[Girls 33 – Boys 7]
The reaction was immediate, one of the three NPCs grabbed the ball and rushed forward like he was going to drive. Jaz and Nia closed in, but at the last second he whipped a long, high pass to the far side, surprising both girls.
Mac caught it, barely glancing at Jaz as she sprinted after it.
Yeah, no time to think. Mac didn't hesitate and fired it straight to Drex, who was already spotting up beyond the arc, far enough from Nash. He planted his feet and let the ball fly. Swish.
[Girls 33 – Boys 10]
The boys cheered, slapping each other on the back.
