The New York Knicks' fireworks lit up the Cleveland sky, but for the countless fans of the Cavaliers and LeBron James, it felt like they'd lost their way home.
A 4-0 sweep!
For them, this was more than just a shocking humiliation. It deeply shook their very faith.
Was LeBron James, the man they considered their future hope, truly up to the task? Could their beloved Cleveland, under James's leadership, really win the first championship trophy in franchise history?
LeBron James was undoubtedly great. Choosing him with the first overall pick was definitely not a mistake. He brought unprecedented exposure to the small city of Cleveland and led the Cavaliers back to the Eastern Conference Finals. Among all the first overall picks in NBA history, his talent easily placed him near the top.
And yet, they could have had someone even better.
They once had Su Xi.
Since entering the NBA, Su Xi had led his team to the Finals for three consecutive seasons.
