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Season Journal
Standings
| # | Team | W | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Detroit Engine-Roar | 13 | 2 | 26 |
| 2 | player coach | 13 | 2 | 26 |
| 3 | Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest | 11 | 4 | 22 |
| 4 | Denver Horse-Track | 11 | 4 | 22 |
| 5 | New York Over-Timers | 11 | 4 | 22 |
| 6 | Boston Ring-Chasers | 10 | 5 | 20 |
| 7 | San Antonio Skyscrapers | 9 | 6 | 18 |
| 8 | Cleveland Twin-Towers | 8 | 7 | 16 |
| 9 | Los Angeles Nursing-Home | 7 | 8 | 14 |
| 10 | Houston Blast-Off | 7 | 8 | 14 |
| 11 | Toronto Border-Patrol | 6 | 9 | 12 |
| 12 | Minnesota Ice-Wall | 4 | 11 | 8 |
| 13 | Phoenix No-Defense | 4 | 11 | 8 |
| 14 | Orlando Magic-Beans | 2 | 13 | 4 |
| 15 | Philadelphia Injury-Report | 2 | 13 | 4 |
| 16 | Miami Heart-Attack | 2 | 13 | 4 |
Pre-season
Get comfortable because tonight, we are about to witness something special. I can feel it. It's in the air, it's in the eyes, it's in the low rumble of 20,000 people who know they're about to live through a moment. The franchise about to step onto this court has seen it all, lived it all: legendary triple-doubles, buzzer-beating heartbreaks, 15-point fourth-quarter comebacks, and losses that shatter careers. But they're here, still and always, with that burning desire to tear everything apart. Ladies and gentlemen... Player coach! Yeah sure, it's a team sport, we all agree on that. But when you've got Phil Jackson on your roster, the word "team" basically means him plus four guys who pass him the ball. Standing at 203 cm, a first step more explosive than a rocket launch, and a fadeaway so silky that even the defenders applaud as they watch him score. Scouts had this dude flagged at 14. By 16, he was beating pros. Today? He's embarrassing them. But what truly terrifies opponents isn't his highlights, it's his head. Look into his eyes during crunch time. There's nothing there. No stress, no doubt, just a killer's stare that says "give me the ball and get the hell out of the way." Opposing coaches have tried double-teams, triple-teams, zone defense, trash talk, Hack-a-Shaq... Nothing works. The man is programmed for clutch moments. It's genetic, and there's not a damn thing anyone can do about it. The budget, let's talk about it. Or actually, let's not, because it'll make you dizzy. We're beyond the luxury tax, beyond the second apron, we're in a zone that even the league's tax accountants struggle to calculate. The owner burns cash like others burn firewood, and he doesn't bat an eye. Every season this team doesn't win the title is a financial scandal. The pressure is absolute, the talent is maximal, and the margin for error is zero. Welcome to the world of superteams, where failure isn't an option, it's a public humiliation.
Matchday 1 — vs Detroit Engine-Roar
93-124 (L)
Tip-off! Pat Riley gets us started! Let's go!
Bill Sharman forces up a double-clutch layup over the defense! Shaky emotions under pressure! Bad decision!
Pat Riley throws it into the stands! What was that from this player on the come-up!
Phil Jackson reacts too late to rotate! Hot head on the help side!
Phil Jackson pulls up and drills a catch-and-shoot triple! Can't teach that!
Halftime. Mitch Kupchak is holding his ribs walking toward the tunnel. Little scoop: Mitch Kupchak collects Pokemon cards. That Charizard is worth more than his first contract. The players charge out of the tunnel. Smells like a comeback.
Pat Riley, this seasoned vet, with the frustrated foul! Limited stamina in tough moments!
Mitch Kupchak misses the open look! This who-is-this-guy player can't believe it! Hot head!
Steve Kerr, this tweener, sets a brick-wall screen! A killer instinct on full display!
Mitch Kupchak, this newcomer, sucking wind after that sprint! The 4 periods of 12 minutes of battle!
This surprise package Mitch Kupchak stares at the scoreboard. Not the outcome this surprise package wanted.
Phil Jackson snaps at the bench on his way out. Pat Riley says nothing, but his look says everything. Your commentator broke his personal screaming record tonight. My throat is not thanking me. Good night! And now, 'The Bachelor: Stray Cat Edition.' Who will find love in this dumpster?
Matchday 2 — vs Miami Heart-Attack
126-86 (W)
This solid pro Steve Kerr gets the crowd going early! The energy is building!
Bill Sharman, this versatile guy, elevates for a monster floater!
This hooper's hooper Bill Sharman leads the fast break and dishes! Easy bucket off the assist!
Bill Sharman strings together a double-clutch layup under the basket. A gym-rat work ethic on full display!
Mitch Kupchak strips the ball cleanly! Veteran move right there!
Halftime! Mitch Kupchak looks in the mirror and shakes his head. I've been told Mitch Kupchak always puts his left shoe on first. The one day he switched, gave up 40 points. Here they come. You can read the determination on their faces.
Mitch Kupchak knocks down a buzzer-beater driving to the hoop! Ice in the veins!
This name that's buzzing Bill Sharman takes a bow! A slide across the hardwood! This was clinical!
Mitch Kupchak, this titan, accidentally passes to the ref! Nice assist this hungry young player!
This respected competitor Phil Jackson raises the arms in triumph! A fist pump toward the bench! The crowd follows!
That's the game! Pat Riley finishes with a monster performance! This name that's buzzing victorious!
Steve Kerr climbs onto the scorer's table. Phil Jackson joins him. Security is unsure whether to intervene. Meanwhile, your favorite commentator spilled coffee on the mixing board. Twice. That's a wrap for tonight. Coming up: 'The Amazing Race: Subway Line 13.' Viewer discretion advised.
Matchday 3 — vs Orlando Magic-Beans
112-89 (W)
Mitch Kupchak, this long boy, takes the court! The roaring arena is electric!
Mitch Kupchak, this surprise package, operates at the top of the key with an and-one! Clinic!
Mitch Kupchak times it perfectly and rejects the shot! A clutch steal in transition!
Phil Jackson drives and creates! Another assist under the basket! Quarterback!
This name that's buzzing Pat Riley calls the audible! Changed the play and it works!
Break. Pat Riley's socks are soaking wet — quick change on the spot. Locker room intel: Pat Riley has a tattoo of a basketball hoop on his butt. That's commitment. The players jog toward the court. The air is electric.
Phil Jackson crosses over the orange beautifully for a half-court heave! What touch!
This seasoned vet Bill Sharman turns the hostile crowd into stunned silence!
This hooper's hooper Bill Sharman defers to the hot hand! Smart basketball!
This guy with a proven track record Bill Sharman silences the noise! Ridiculous creativity locked in! Nothing else matters!
Final buzzer! Steve Kerr is the hero! This hooper's hooper with a game for the ages!
Bill Sharman cries tears of joy in Phil Jackson's arms. Steve Kerr is also crying but nobody knows why. While you were watching the game, I was desperately searching for my pen. Still haven't found it. Good evening! Coming up: 'Dancing with the Stars: My Cousin's Wedding Edition.' Open bar.
Matchday 4 — vs Philadelphia Injury-Report
107-101 (W)
Phil Jackson, this beanpole, is introduced and the arena explodes! This league veteran is in the building!
Mitch Kupchak lets fly to the rack for a fadeaway jumper! Can't contain this tree of a man!
Pat Riley, this dude putting the league on notice, clamps down on the star player! An off-the-charts basketball IQ on the assignment!
Steve Kerr threads the needle! Beautiful assist at half court! Unreal court vision!
Mitch Kupchak pulls up the ball out of the trap! Night-in night-out consistency under pressure!
That's a wrap for now. Phil Jackson dives into the tunnel. Fun fact: Phil Jackson is unbeatable at arm wrestling in the locker room. Even the center is scared. The tunnel spits the players out. The war resumes.
Mitch Kupchak with the tough free throw through contact! This hidden prospect won't be denied!
Steve Kerr, this league veteran, waves the crowd up! An incredible energy rising!
Phil Jackson sprints back on defense! This guy with a proven track record leading by example!
Pat Riley, this combo guard, evolves before our eyes! A dramatic twist!
This player making noise Bill Sharman led from start to finish! Comprehensive win!
Phil Jackson blows a kiss to the camera. Pat Riley blows twelve. Mitch Kupchak blocks the lens. Tonight I lost my voice, rediscovered my passion, and forgot where I parked. A complete evening. Good night! And now, 'The Bachelor: Stray Cat Edition.' Who will find love in this dumpster?
Matchday 5 — vs Phoenix No-Defense
133-89 (W)
Phil Jackson opens with a fadeaway jumper! This next-level player making an early statement!
A deep three by Phil Jackson! The building is rocking! This league veteran takeover!
This surprise package Mitch Kupchak zips the pass through! Another dime from this beanpole!
Steve Kerr explodes past everyone for a step-back three! This smooth operator on a mission!
Mitch Kupchak a clutch steal and starts the fast break! Defense wins championships!
The locker room fills up. Bill Sharman has already eaten three oranges. Confession: Bill Sharman believes the away locker room is haunted. Refuses to go in alone. Both teams return. You can tell the coach gave them an earful.
Bill Sharman lets fly the basketball into a devastating dunk! Unreal swagger shining through!
Bill Sharman, this legit talent, wraps it up with a flourish! Total destruction!
Phil Jackson, this walking skyscraper, steps on the teammate's foot! Down goes this respected competitor!
Pat Riley drives and pounds the chest! A chest bump! Warrior mentality!
Bill Sharman, this all-around player, celebrates the win! A raised fist! What a game!
Phil Jackson grabs the PA announcer's mic and shouts Bill Sharman's name. The announcer chases him. I discovered tonight that my mic was off for three minutes. Three minutes of pure genius, lost forever. Sleep tight! Coming up: 'Forensic Files: Who Finished the Milk Without Telling Anyone.'
Matchday 6 — vs Los Angeles Nursing-Home
108-86 (W)
Pat Riley, this solid pro, embraces the standing ovation! Game on!
A thunderous slam from Phil Jackson! This guy with a proven track record reminding everyone why they're on top!
This name that's buzzing Pat Riley with the volleyball spike a crucial offensive board! Emphatic!
This unknown gem Mitch Kupchak orchestrates the offense under the basket! Maestro!
Steve Kerr, this smooth operator, posts up the smaller defender! Mismatch hunting!
Heading in. Pat Riley's eyes are bloodshot from sheer effort. Intel: Pat Riley once called an imaginary timeout in the middle of a game. The ref actually hesitated. Back to hostilities. Faces have changed in the locker room.
Mitch Kupchak shoots past the defense for a floater! Size advantage from this this beanpole!
Deafening noise! Phil Jackson shoots and the building shakes!
Phil Jackson shoots the pick-and-roll to perfection! Chemistry on display!
Mitch Kupchak goes to work into the record books! This dark horse making memories!
Mitch Kupchak daps up the opponent! Respect from this guy nobody was talking about after the battle!
Phil Jackson grabs the arena mic and screams. Just a scream. Steve Kerr applauds. I drank so much coffee tonight I'm going to commentate in my sleep. Alright, good night! Up next: 'Planet Earth: Exploring the World from My Couch.' Immersive documentary.
Matchday 7 — vs Toronto Border-Patrol
133-92 (W)
The game begins and Phil Jackson is ready! You can see scary good handles written all over his face!
This rising star Mitch Kupchak goes to work from the right corner! A reverse layup drops beautifully!
Pat Riley shoots and finds the trailer for a free throw! Great awareness!
Mitch Kupchak takes off the ball with scary good handles. And it drops! Nothing you can do!
Steve Kerr, this versatile guy, alters the shot! Unreal swagger at the rim!
Halftime! Pat Riley looks in the mirror and shakes his head. Little scoop: Pat Riley collects Pokemon cards. That Charizard is worth more than his first contract. Play resumes. The DJ drops a beat to hype up the crowd.
This legit talent Steve Kerr converts in transition! An alley-oop right on cue!
Bill Sharman, this respected competitor, with the dagger and then some! A hook shot!
Bill Sharman takes off and the Wilson goes into the stands! Free souvenir!
Pat Riley, this versatile guy, does the shimmy! A chest bump! The arena goes crazy!
This name that's buzzing Phil Jackson is all smiles! The stats back up the brilliance!
Steve Kerr and Bill Sharman play rock-paper-scissors to decide who carries the ball. Steve Kerr loses. I tried taking notes during the game. My notebook is full of incomprehensible scribbles. That's it for tonight. Coming up: 'True Confessions: I Put Ketchup on Pasta.'
Matchday 8 — vs Minnesota Ice-Wall
123-91 (W)
This well-respected player Bill Sharman in the starting lineup! Let's see what this well-respected player brings!
Steve Kerr with the decisive buzzer beater! An unmatched feel for the game when it matters most!
Phil Jackson with the huge double team at the top of the key! This established player says no!
Bill Sharman with the transition assist! This seasoned vet pushing the pace with eyes in the back of the head!
Mitch Kupchak steps back with purpose every possession! This newcomer chess master!
Back in the locker room, Pat Riley sits down and stares at the ceiling. Did you know? Pat Riley launched a basketball podcast. Two episodes. Zero listeners. Still going. Back in action! The coach got the message across.
Bill Sharman, this next-level player, absolutely nails a catch-and-shoot triple from the right corner! Take a bow!
This dude out of nowhere Mitch Kupchak gets the crowd into it! An electric crowd at fever pitch!
Steve Kerr, this smooth operator, sets the perfect screen! Freakish explosiveness for the team!
This respected competitor Phil Jackson is living their best moment right now from the right corner!
Steve Kerr, this up-and-coming baller, with the post-game interview smile! Eyes in the back of the head all night!
Bill Sharman throws chalk powder like LeBron. Steve Kerr coughs for two minutes straight. On my end, the AC in the booth broke down. I sweated more than Steve Kerr. Thanks for tonight. And now: '60 Minutes: The Secrets of the Office Coffee Machine.'
Matchday 9 — vs Houston Blast-Off
124-78 (W)
Phil Jackson, this mammoth, sets the tone immediately! Freakish explosiveness from the jump!
Pat Riley, this solid pro, drops a bucket at the top of the key! Pure artistry!
Pat Riley with the touch pass! This hooper's hooper barely had the leather and found the man!
Phil Jackson, this name that's buzzing, threads the needle for a hook shot in transition!
Steve Kerr, this all-around player, contests everything at the buzzer! Eyes in the back of the head on full display!
Break! Mitch Kupchak grabs an ice bag and slaps it on his knee. Did you know Mitch Kupchak knits to unwind? Made a scarf in Houston Blast-Off's colors. By accident, obviously. The players emerge from the tunnel. Stern faces, clenched fists.
Bill Sharman, this all-around player, showcases that dawg mentality with a gorgeous finger roll!
This diamond in the rough Mitch Kupchak finishes with a statement game! A gym-rat work ethic throughout!
This up-and-coming baller Bill Sharman accidentally dunks on the wrong basket! Confusion!
Mitch Kupchak blows past to center court! An ice-cold stare at the opposing bench! This newcomer owns the moment!
This up-and-coming baller Pat Riley seals the deal! Victory with that dawg mentality!
Bill Sharman grabs the PA announcer's mic and shouts Steve Kerr's name. The announcer chases him. Your commentator broke his personal screaming record tonight. My throat is not thanking me. Good evening! Now: 'Destination Unknown: The Roundabout in Scranton, PA.' Total adventure.
Matchday 10 — vs Denver Horse-Track
110-112 (L)
Steve Kerr, this solid build, announced to huge cheers! A Playoff atmosphere!
This seasoned vet Bill Sharman with a picture-perfect free throw! The crowd goes wild!
Pat Riley gives up the back door! Lack of consistency when overplaying!
A bank shot from Bill Sharman catches the back rim and pops out! So close!
Steve Kerr dunks with desperation and skill! This guy with a proven track record not done yet!
The locker room fills up. Pat Riley has already eaten three oranges. Anecdote: Pat Riley threw up before his first pro game. No more pre-game burgers ever since. The players emerge from the tunnel. Stern faces, clenched fists.
Mitch Kupchak forces the hero ball and misses! This guy nobody was talking about with defense that's basically a suggestion!
Bill Sharman slams the leather in frustration! Ego the size of Texas on full display!
Pat Riley, this versatile guy, sets the tone with natural-born leadership! Leader!
Phil Jackson misses in the clutch! A catch-and-shoot triple off the mark in the first half!
Pat Riley blows past to the tunnel in disappointment. This player on the come-up will learn from this.
Bill Sharman's brow is furrowed, lips pressed thin. Mitch Kupchak breathes through his nose, hard, steady, trying to calm down. I spent this game nervously chewing gum. I'm on my seventh piece. Thanks for the game! And now, tonight's feature film: 'Fast and Furious 47: The Quest for a Parking Spot.'
Matchday 11 — vs New York Over-Timers
120-88 (W)
Mitch Kupchak lets fly with energy from the opening whistle! This newcomer locked in!
This raw talent Mitch Kupchak is automatic back to the basket! A scoop layup drops again!
Steve Kerr rises up and dishes! Gorgeous feed from the right corner! That dawg mentality!
Phil Jackson blows past and it's a deep three! This dude putting the league on notice proving the doubters wrong!
Mitch Kupchak sprints to close out! A monster swat along the baseline! Great effort!
End of the first act. Pat Riley is puffing like a steam engine heading back. Rumor has it Pat Riley has been wearing the same lucky underwear for three seasons. The medical staff is concerned. Back for the second half. The coach slammed his fist on the table.
Bill Sharman, this up-and-coming baller, knifes through for a deep three along the baseline! Wow!
Bill Sharman and the garbage time lineup! This up-and-coming baller can rest easy!
Mitch Kupchak trips over the orange! Even this guy nobody was talking about has those moments!
Bill Sharman, this tweener, chest bumps the teammate! A fist pump toward the bench! Pure joy!
Mitch Kupchak tosses the pill in the air! A team high-five! This dude out of nowhere mission accomplished!
Mitch Kupchak takes Phil Jackson by the hand and they bow to the crowd like stage actors. Your commentator broke his personal screaming record tonight. My throat is not thanking me. Until next time! Up next: 'Life Unplugged: A Day Without WiFi.' A shocking documentary.
Matchday 12 — vs Cleveland Twin-Towers
100-95 (W)
Steve Kerr, this player making noise, wins the opening tip! Great start for the team!
This legit talent Steve Kerr capitalizes off the pick and roll! An off-balance shot with night-in night-out consistency!
This player making noise Phil Jackson with a sky-high block from mid-range! Intimidating!
Bill Sharman picks apart the defense! Assist leads to a reverse layup!
This legit talent Steve Kerr recognizes the over-help and punishes it!
Cut! Halftime. Steve Kerr's jersey is completely drenched in sweat. I've been told Steve Kerr once ordered a pizza during a timeout. The coach was not amused. Both teams return with fresh instructions from the coach.
This league veteran Phil Jackson erupts for a half-court heave! The floodgates are open!
Palpable tension as Phil Jackson, this colossus, is introduced! Goosebumps!
Pat Riley celebrates the team's success! This next-level player knows together is better!
This surprise package Mitch Kupchak flips the script! From struggle to dominance!
Mitch Kupchak, this total unknown, points to the crowd! A bench mob celebration! This was for the fans!
Pat Riley gives his headband to a kid in the crowd. Bill Sharman gives his shoes. Mitch Kupchak gives his water bottle. The kid is overwhelmed. I spent the evening explaining basketball rules to my new intern. He still thinks you can walk with the ball. That's all for today. Up next: 'Dateline: The True Cost of a Cup of Yogurt.' Deep investigation.
Matchday 13 — vs Boston Ring-Chasers
108-103 (W)
Bill Sharman looks dialed in from the start! Ridiculous creativity preparation showing!
This well-respected player Phil Jackson reads the play and intercepts! Brilliant anticipation!
Pat Riley fires an and-one driving to the hoop but can't connect! Tendency to rush showing!
Mitch Kupchak, this 7-footer, with a silky thunderous slam in transition! Smooth operator!
Steve Kerr reads the defense perfectly! Night-in night-out consistency and a sky-high basketball IQ!
Well-deserved break. Steve Kerr looks like someone who just ran a marathon. The staff told me Steve Kerr sings in the shower. Badly. Very badly. The locker room empties, the court fills up. Act 2.
Pat Riley comes alive in the first quarter! A step-back three in transition! Clutch!
Phil Jackson, this titan, blankets the shooter in the paint! No daylight!
Pat Riley, this combo guard, basks in immense pressure! This is home!
This dude putting the league on notice Phil Jackson drains the pressure shot! On the decisive possession! That's a superstar!
Pat Riley pumps the fist as the buzzer goes! This seasoned vet savors the win!
Phil Jackson and Pat Riley fake a wrestling match. Mitch Kupchak plays the referee and calls a timeout. I spent the fourth quarter standing. Not by choice. My chair gave out in the third. Good evening! Up next: 'Fixer Upper: Renovating a Studio on a Twelve-Dollar Budget.' Challenge accepted.
Matchday 14 — vs San Antonio Skyscrapers
116-100 (W)
Bill Sharman fires up the crowd to open the game! This up-and-coming baller starting strong!
A buzzer beater by Mitch Kupchak! The crowd erupts! Scary good handles personified!
Steve Kerr reads the play and picks off the pass! Transition opportunity!
This seasoned vet Bill Sharman creates for others! Unselfish play with unreal swagger!
This well-respected player Phil Jackson runs the pick-and-pop to perfection! Tactical mastery!
Halftime! Pat Riley walks barefoot on the cold tunnel tiles. True story: Pat Riley walked into the wrong locker room during his first game against San Antonio Skyscrapers. Awkward. We're back! The DJ cranks the volume, the players charge onto the court.
Mitch Kupchak, this giant, rises above and hammers a sky hook!
This raw talent Mitch Kupchak acknowledges the fans! Palpable tension of mutual respect!
Mitch Kupchak finds the open teammate! This unknown gem making everyone better!
Bill Sharman is writing the story tonight! This hooper's hooper with an and-one from downtown!
Bill Sharman, this hooper's hooper, embraces the teammates! A slide across the hardwood! Sweet victory!
Mitch Kupchak throws chalk powder like LeBron. Phil Jackson coughs for two minutes straight. During halftime, I tried to interview the mascot. It ignored me. I'll recover eventually. This was your favorite commentator. Coming up: 'Extreme Makeover: Garage Edition.' Don't change the channel. Or do.
Matchday 15 — vs Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest
112-92 (W)
This up-and-coming baller Pat Riley opens the scoring! A buzzer beater! Early advantage!
Steve Kerr buries an off-balance shot at half court! This name that's buzzing is on fire tonight!
Bill Sharman, this solid build, walls off the drive on the low block! No way through!
This player making noise Phil Jackson with the wraparound pass! How did that get through!
This league veteran Phil Jackson uses the floater over this titan coverage! Smart!
Break! Pat Riley has left a puddle of sweat at every step through the tunnel. Rumor has it Pat Riley has been wearing the same lucky underwear for three seasons. The medical staff is concerned. The players are back on the court. Here we go again!
Bill Sharman fires away and converts! A thunderous slam in transition! Money!
Standing room only! A Finals-like atmosphere as Steve Kerr takes over in the paint!
Steve Kerr dishes the rock with patience! This league veteran trusting the system!
The stadium knows it! Bill Sharman is special! This established player writing legacy!
Phil Jackson, this name that's buzzing, soaks in the moment! Victory under the basket! A raised fist!
Bill Sharman runs the full court high-fiving everyone. Steve Kerr follows doing the wave alone. Final confession: I still don't know how to pronounce Bill Sharman's name. Forgive me. We're packing up. Time for the late-night feature: 'Unsolved Mysteries: Where Is My Left Sock.'
player coach finishes #2, a fantastic season! 13W-2L. Season MVP: Phil Jackson.
Season Journal
Get comfortable because tonight, we are about to witness something special. I can feel it. It's in the air, it's in the eyes, it's in the low rumble of 20,000 people who know they're about to live through a moment. The franchise about to step onto this court has seen it all, lived it all: legendary triple-doubles, buzzer-beating heartbreaks, 15-point fourth-quarter comebacks, and losses that shatter careers. But they're here, still and always, with that burning desire to tear everything apart. Ladies and gentlemen... Player coach!
Yeah sure, it's a team sport, we all agree on that. But when you've got Phil Jackson on your roster, the word "team" basically means him plus four guys who pass him the ball. Standing at 203 cm, a first step more explosive than a rocket launch, and a fadeaway so silky that even the defenders applaud as they watch him score. Scouts had this dude flagged at 14. By 16, he was beating pros. Today? He's embarrassing them.
But what truly terrifies opponents isn't his highlights, it's his head. Look into his eyes during crunch time. There's nothing there. No stress, no doubt, just a killer's stare that says "give me the ball and get the hell out of the way." Opposing coaches have tried double-teams, triple-teams, zone defense, trash talk, Hack-a-Shaq... Nothing works. The man is programmed for clutch moments. It's genetic, and there's not a damn thing anyone can do about it.
The budget, let's talk about it. Or actually, let's not, because it'll make you dizzy. We're beyond the luxury tax, beyond the second apron, we're in a zone that even the league's tax accountants struggle to calculate. The owner burns cash like others burn firewood, and he doesn't bat an eye. Every season this team doesn't win the title is a financial scandal. The pressure is absolute, the talent is maximal, and the margin for error is zero. Welcome to the world of superteams, where failure isn't an option, it's a public humiliation.
player coach finishes #2, a fantastic season! 13W-2L. Season MVP: Phil Jackson.
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