Li Fei's 50 Points, 22 Rebounds, and 7 Blocks Defined What It Meant to Be the League's Best Player!

Li Fei raised his head and looked at his head coach.

"Coach, we understand."

"The series has only just begun. We won't let up."

Van Gundy walked over to Li Fei and patted him on the shoulder.

"You played all forty-eight minutes tonight. Your performance was flawless."

"But remember, this is only the first game."

"In the games ahead, the Lakers will do everything they can to contain you."

"They'll study your shooting, your defense, and every habit you have."

"We need to be ready for even greater challenges."

A quiet atmosphere continued to spread through the locker room.

Outside, Madison Square Garden was still cheering for the Knicks' victory.

But inside the locker room, not a single member of the Knicks was lost in the joy of winning.

They had clearly seen the Lakers' edge.

They had witnessed Kobe Bryant's terrifying scoring ability when pushed into a corner.

They had experienced O'Neal's dominance in the paint.

This Game 1 victory was only the beginning.

After a brief moment to catch their breath, an even more brutal battle awaited them.

Li Fei raised a hand and picked up his basketball shoes.

The shoe bore the logo of his personal brand.

He had already begun replaying the game in his mind.

He considered the tactical adjustments the Lakers might make next game and how to deal with the OK Duo's relentless waves of attack.

Jordan sat nearby, his eyes closed as he recalled the offensive and defensive possessions from the final minute.

Every detail replayed over and over in his mind.

The Knicks Dynasty held a 1-0 series lead.

But no one dared lower their guard.

The Los Angeles Lakers were gathering their unwillingness and fury, ready to strike.

The smoke of the NBA Finals was far from gone.

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