Since 2007 when James, and in 2008 when Kobe, won the runner-up, starting from the 2008-09 season, Stern began to hype the 23 VS 24 topic.
As a result, James choked in 2009 and 2010, Kobe choked in 2011 and 2012, and in 2013 Kobe's side almost collapsed. In five years, the two together won 3 championships, but they never met in the finals.
When Stern announced his retirement, the Lakers were still in their adjustment period before the outbreak in January. Over in the East, the Pacers were dominating all the teams, sitting at the top of the league. At that time, it seemed like the finals had nothing to do with number 23 and 24.
Then less than half a year after he retired, the 23 VS 24 became a reality!
The Jew: Are you guys playing me together, huh!
