The next second, every player on the China Team rushed toward Tang Tian.
Wukesong Stadium was engulfed by thunderous cheers.
The China Team had become world champions. Now was the time for them to savor the taste of victory!
The celebration went on for quite a while before the referees came over and signaled for both sides to complete the Handshake Ceremony, bringing it to a brief halt.
Most of the USA Team players were still unwilling to accept it, including Brothers of Hard Work like Thompson and Drummond.
Tang Tian tried his best to encourage them during the Handshake Ceremony.
But when he saw Durant, Tang Tian found the latter's expression strangely unusual. It was one of immense relief.
As they shook hands, Tang Tian suddenly understood Durant's feelings somewhat.
This World Cup final might have been the last time Durant faced him.
It would have been great if the USA Team won, but losing was not all that terrible either.
At least he would not have to face Tang Tian and suffer defeat again in the future.
Put another way, Tang Tian was like a mountain pressing down on him, and now that mountain had finally been moved away.
"Work hard next season."
Tang Tian spoke after they shook hands.
Durant nodded. Next season would be the season in which he fought for his first NBA championship on his own.
Tang Tian nodded as well.
From last season to this World Cup, he felt that Durant had matured and was now fully capable of competing for a championship through his own abilities.
After the Handshake Ceremony ended, the USA Team players returned to the locker room first.
The China Team players remained on the court, continuing to enjoy the moment of victory with the fans.
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