On January 18, the atmosphere inside Boston's TD North Shore Garden Arena was exceptionally electric, because a highly anticipated basketball showdown was about to take place—the Boston Celtics would face the Chicago Bulls.
It was worth noting that this was already the third meeting between the two teams this season, and the Boston Celtics had won each of the previous two matchups. Even so, the Chicago Bulls had put immense pressure on them, making every contest full of suspense and tension.
At this moment, the two teams occupied first and second place in the Eastern Conference standings respectively, and that contrast in strength undoubtedly made this game the focal point of all focal points.
For that very reason, countless fans had completely maxed out their expectations for this fierce battle!
Even before the game began, supporters from both sides could no longer contain their excitement, arguing and shouting at one another without end.
Yet no matter how noisy and rowdy the fans were outside the court, they seemingly had no effect on the subtle and far-from-friendly relationship between the players on the floor.
Before the game, Derrick Rose, the Chicago Bulls' star player, took the initiative to walk over to Goodwin in the opposing camp and strike up a conversation.
Of course, this so-called conversation was more like a provocative exchange.
Derrick Rose fixed Goodwin with a sharp gaze and boldly declared, "Goodwin, just wait and see. We'll definitely win this game and get our revenge!" His tone was unwavering, as though victory were already in his grasp.
Faced with Derrick Rose's aggressive manner, Goodwin merely smiled faintly, without showing the slightest hint of fear.
Then he fired back without yielding an inch. "Rose, you should hurry home and get a good night's sleep. Maybe your wish will come true