"What a pity!" Goodwin watched the Golden State Warriors get eliminated by the San Antonio Spurs, shaking his head with regret as he sighed.
A trace of regret and disappointment showed in his eyes, as if he could see the Warriors players' dejected backs.
However, that was the cruelty of competitive sports. Only the strong could laugh in the end.
Experience trumped youth! Facing the young and unseasoned Golden State Warriors, the experienced San Antonio Spurs displayed their composure and maturity.
They played steadily, relying on outstanding teamwork and tactical execution to win two consecutive crucial games. In the end, they eliminated the Golden State Warriors 4:2 overall and sent them home to fish.
The San Antonio Spurs' opponent in the Western Conference Finals would be the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Last season, the two teams had also met head-on in the finals. In the end, the Oklahoma City Thunder emerged victorious and successfully advanced to the NBA Finals.
This season, though, who would have the last laugh? Countless fans were eagerly anticipating the answer.
Meanwhile, in the Eastern Conference, just as Coach Jack had said, the New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls had once again been pushed to a Game 7.
This Game 7 would be held on May 20 at the Chicago Bulls' home court—the United Center.
So, which team would win this game and challenge the Boston Celtics, the demon kings who had advanced early? Stay tuned!
Time quietly passed, and in the blink of an eye, it was May 20.
On this special day, the atmosphere inside Chicago's United Center was electric, with every seat filled. Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals series between the New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls was about to tip off here.
Derrick Rose clenched his fists tightly. How could he