After the curtain fell on this fiercely contested Game 5 of the series, the entire basketball world seemed to explode.
The Boston Celtics' starting five became the hottest topic of discussion, with speculation and analysis pouring in like a tidal wave.
At that moment, Pat Riley, known for his bold remarks, spoke out again on social media. He declared that this was the future trend of basketball—there would no longer be clear positional distinctions, and every player should be capable on both offense and defense.
Pat Riley's words had already sparked endless arguments among fans, but something even more shocking happened.
In the postgame interview, Goodwin revealed an even more astonishing piece of information. "This isn't even the most perfect version of this lineup! In the future, you'll witness its true peak form with your own eyes."
Everyone: ????
If even such a powerful lineup was not its perfect version, then what kind of combination could possibly be called flawless?
Coach Jack, who was interviewed immediately afterward, was also completely baffled by the reporters' and media outlets' repeated questions on the matter, saying he knew nothing about it.
It seemed that Goodwin alone knew what that legendary perfect version actually looked like.
When this earth-shattering news reached the San Antonio Spurs players, they instantly felt a wave of despair and helplessness.
After all, in the game that had just ended, they had already been beaten so badly by the lineup before them that they could barely fight back.
And now they were being told that this was not even its strongest form, which meant the Boston Celtics were very likely still hiding even more terrifying strength that had yet to be revealed.
Then what the hell were they even playing for? They were tired! Just end it all!
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