The report particularly emphasized: "Li Fei won the FMVP three years in a row, becoming the first player in NBA history to win the Finals Most Valuable Player award three consecutive years. At 23, he was even more dazzling and legendary than Jordan and Magic Johnson had been at the same age."
ABC focused on the "building of a dynasty." One of its sports commentators said on the program, "In just three years, the Knicks have proven their dominance. Since winning the championship in the 1997–1998 season, they've now completed a Three-Peat. They've defeated one powerful opponent after another, with Li Fei leading the team step by step to the summit."
ABC also brought on former NBA superstar Larry Bird, who had the highest praise for Li Fei: "Li Fei is the most complete player I've ever seen. His height, wingspan, and strength, combined with his precise midrange shooting and tough defense, make him an unstoppable force in the league. This Three-Peat is only the beginning of his legend."
Along with television and radio, major newspapers across the USA published special editions, devoting entire pages to this historic victory. The New York Times ran the story as its front-page headline, bold and striking: "Three-Peat! The Knicks Build a Dynasty, and Li Fei Continues His Legend."
The New York Times' report reviewed the entire Finals in detail, from defeating Jordan's Bulls in the Eastern Conference Finals to the seven-game battle against the Lakers. Every pivotal moment was carefully documented.
The report read: "This was a victory born of grit and determination. Led by Li Fei, the Knicks displayed unparalleled team unity and a steely spirit. They stifled their opponents with defense and broke through deadlocks with offense. In the end, they defeated the Lakers in Game 7, completing the Three-Peat on