The San Antonio Spurs' side.
Tim Duncan played all 44 minutes, exploding for 38 points, 16 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 2 steals, nearly carrying the entire team's offense by himself.
David Robinson played 31 minutes and posted 22 points and 11 rebounds, but fouled out early with six fouls, becoming the turning point of the series.
Steve Smith scored 15 points, while Mario Elie contributed only 8.
The role players were collectively inefficient on offense and failed to provide the Twin Towers with enough support.
The screen continued scrolling, revealing the complete series statistics for this Western Conference Finals.
Across six games, O'Neal averaged 31.7 points, 14.8 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks, his dominance in the paint unmatched in this matchup.
Kobe averaged 27.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.7 assists, delivering superstar-level tough-shot performances when the games mattered most.
For the Spurs, Duncan averaged 30.2 points, 13.9 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks in the series, putting on an epic individual playoff performance.
David Robinson averaged 21.5 points and 10.7 rebounds, repeatedly going head-to-head with O'Neal in crucial games.
The TNT broadcast cut to the three commentators. The studio fell silent for a moment before Kevin Harlan's deep voice rang out.
"This Western Conference Finals was Lakers versus Spurs again, exactly the same script as last year."
"But the ending was completely different. Last year, the Spurs got past the Lakers. This year, the Lakers completed their revenge."
Marv Albert let out a long breath, his eyes filled with emotion.
"Six full games of bloody battle, every one filled with physical confrontations and tactical chess matches."
"Duncan had a great series of his own, and Robinson fought until he fouled out. They may have lost, but they fought with honor."
Bill Walton leaned back in his chair and slowly spoke.
"But the Lakers