Pope of Basketball.

Summary

The chapter discusses the contrasting fortunes of the Clippers and the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals. The media praises the Clippers and criticizes Cavaliers' coach Adelman, who is nearing retirement and struggling with health issues. Wade and Bosh, part of the Cavaliers' "Big Three," face backlash for their performances, which have declined since joining the team. NBA officials are concerned about the Finals being uncompetitive and decide to change the Finals format to enhance home-court advantage. The Clippers dominate the series, leading 3-0, with strong performances from their players, particularly Griffin and Curry. Despite James' efforts, the Cavaliers struggle, with poor shooting statistics and reliance on their "Big Three." In Game 4, despite a valiant effort from James and bench player Miller, the Cavaliers lose again. The Clippers ultimately celebrate their championship victory, with analysts praising their teamwork and Yang Rui's coaching philosophy of building a strong team from within.

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