2023-12-11 01:13:09
Something more than a game for the NBA. Confirmation of a competitive tournament that has achieved its main objective. The interest on the part of the world of basketball fans which has followed a weekly series of rounds that classified each of the teams in the competition.
For many considered a minor tournament with respect to winning the ring, but the confirmation of a tournament that allows teams with less quality and chances of succeeding in the playoffs and qualifying for a big prize.
The Lakers win the old way
Who would have thought, once again we have seen a competitive team that has fought until the end to win a tournament that was making its debut on the international scene. Two teams that were not in the highest predictions and who have shown great regularity to obtain a unique opportunity.
LAKERS WIN THE FIRST EVER NBA IN-SEASON TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP ???? pic.twitter.com/DISzcw9Kd9
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 10, 2023
For their part, it has been seen how the Lakers themselves have implemented a clear and effective strategy. The automatic use of paint to show all possible superiority. Quite a few misses on three-pointers and free shots in the outside zone. The Western Conference team finished with 51% on field goals against some Indiana Pacers who were not able to defend their rivals due to physicality.
You just have to see the work of the pivots by each of both teams. On the one hand, Anthony Davis They added 41 points and 20 rebounds compared to 10 points and 7 rebounds of the Indiana Pacers center. A difference so abysmal that they have been overcome throughout the game.
The tournament reveal
For many it was considered a waste of time that does not represent any type of advantage during the season. Not only must it be said that the economic difference that the teams make has set the tone in the competition. The player par excellence who led his team was Tyrese Haliburton.
HOW DID HALIBURTON MAKE THAT PASS??? ???? ????#NBAxESPN | #InSeasonTournament pic.twitter.com/NBPPgRhEPU
— NBA Broad (@NBALatam) December 7, 2023
He did not fail in the final with more than 10 assists. A privileged mind available to very few. With an efficiency that borders on perfection, he makes very few mistakes and is one of the best assists in the entire league. The game that distributes and distributes has generated an efficiency who has taken a small team to the cup final.
The MVP of the tournament
Above anyone else, the great revelation has been the 38-year-old player called Lebron James. The Cristiano Ronaldo effect of basketball with an unnatural prodigy due to his age and his physical care to be at his best level in each of the games he plays.
LeBron James is the first ever NBA In-Season Tournament MVP ????⭐ pic.twitter.com/ro1TMgzaXo
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 10, 2023
I had a challenge before history. Being able to do something unique and continue reaffirming your name as the best in history. For some it is, for others it is not… but what is truly impressive has been this victory that sums up a team made in his image and likeness.
A solid and united team with many changes during the summer that sees the light at the end of the tunnel. A total of 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists completes a historic final for the franchise. It can already be said that they have one more trophy than their eternal rival, the Boston Celtics. A victory for the ages that opens Las Vegas as a paradise for the NBA.
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