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On May 5, the Oracle Arena sparkled brightly under the night sky, as if it was lit up by festive fireworks.

Tonight, this is not only a temple of basketball, but also a stage where dreams and reality intertwine, because the Golden State Warriors and the Oklahoma City Thunder will stage a life-and-death battle in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals.

This is a contest of honor and dignity, and it is also the only way to the top of the NBA Finals.

The fierce battles in the first six games have made this game an immortal legend in basketball history.

Today, the Oracle Arena is packed, and every ticket carries the enthusiasm and expectations of the fans. Even if the ticket has been hyped up to a sky-high price of $3, it cannot stop people's love and persistence for basketball.

Zhao Zixuan almost failed to buy a ticket. Even though he spent a lot of money and offered twice the price, it was still difficult to get a ticket.

In the end, it was thanks to Mao Yourong's connections that I was able to get three front-row tickets with the help of Warriors owner Lacob.

Because there were only three tickets, at the beginning of the game, Yuan Shiwei took the initiative to give his ticket to Jiang Qian, and he chose to watch the game from outside the venue.

Even Zhang Lei couldn't stand watching this licking, so he secretly made a bet with Zhao Zixuan - if Yuan Shiwei could catch up with Jiang Qian, he would eat her directly!

Zhao Zixuan asked him what he wanted to eat?
Zhang Lei didn't say anything.

But it can also be seen that Zhang Lei really despises Yuan Shiwei's shameless and unscrupulous behavior of bootlicking.

In this regard, Zhao Zixuan always maintained an attitude of not caring about it, and only occasionally made a joke - when the wholesale price goes up, no bootlicker is innocent.

Before the game started, Zhao Zixuan found Lacob and tried to ask the Warriors owner to make arrangements for his good brother, at least to allow Yuan Shiwei to enter the stadium to watch the game, even if he had to stand.

Lacob was very considerate, and he was a boss who knew the charm of basketball well, so he agreed to Zhao Zixuan's request without hesitation and generously gave the front row seat he had reserved to Zhao Zixuan.

Therefore, Zhao Zixuan had the privilege of close contact with the Warriors players, while Zhang Lei, Yuan Shiwei and Jiang Qian sat in the audience seats on the other side.

Without Jiang Qian and Yuan Shiwei chattering beside him, Zhao Zixuan's game-watching experience was a lot quieter this time.

At this moment, inside the Oracle Arena, the passion of fans of both teams burned like fire. They waved their respective support signs, and the air was filled with a tense and sacred atmosphere.

This is not only a game, but also a contest of faith. Every fan present is a witness and participant of this contest.

Zhao Zixuan stood in the crowd, and every breath seemed to be synchronized with every heartbeat on the court.

He muttered to himself, his words full of admiration for the spectacular scene before him: "This home stadium atmosphere is unparalleled!"

"With this situation, the Thunder's three youngsters are willing to play a game seven with the Warriors?"

Zhao Zixuan felt the enthusiasm of the crowd around him. This atmosphere made him feel as if he was in another world, a dreamland woven by basketball.

As the players came on the court one after another, Curry and Thompson came to Zhao Zixuan and greeted him. Although the time was short, Zhao Zixuan felt honored to be in such close contact.

When the game whistle sounded, Zhao Zixuan's heartbeat accelerated in sync with every collision on the court. He focused his attention on the ten stars on the basketball court. Every attack, defense, and score of theirs made his blood boil.

In his eyes, today's Game 7 is the real NBA Finals, because both teams are very strong, and can be said to be unique. There was not much intervention and care from the referee during the game, unlike the subsequent Cavaliers-Warriors battle, where all kinds of sliding tackles, elbow strikes, and even hurdles were used.

That's something outside of basketball, it's boring!
"Zhao, do you think we can win the tiebreaker?"

Lacob, dressed in a suit, appeared beside Zhao Zixuan at some point and spoke casually in his ear.

Zhao Zixuan responded to the Warriors boss without hesitation: "Of course, this year's Warriors are definitely the strongest, because the Warriors have the strongest backcourt combination in history!"

The Warriors won 73 games in this year's regular season, a record that even the basketball god Jordan has not reached. It is reasonable to say that they are the strongest, but whether the Splash Brothers are the strongest backcourt combination in history is actually a topic worth discussing.

But Zhao Zixuan was also talking out of the question, and in his mind, the Splash Brothers at their peak were the strongest backcourt combination in NBA history.

When Lacob heard what Zhao Zixuan said, a gleam of admiration flashed in his eyes.

He nodded and smiled. “I’m glad to hear that, Zhao. Stephen and Klay are indeed historical players. Their tacit understanding and shooting range have changed the way the entire league plays. But you know, basketball is a game of five people, and everyone has the potential to be the hero of the game.”

Zhao Zixuan nodded in agreement. He understood what Lacob meant. Indeed, basketball is a team sport, and players in any position may step up at a critical moment and become the one who changes the direction of the game.

He added: "Of course, everyone on the Warriors deserves respect. They have a strong team spirit, which is why I firmly believe that the Warriors can win this seventh game."

As the game progressed, the scores of both sides rose alternately, and every attack became particularly crucial.

Zhao Zixuan's eyes were fixed on the court. Every pass and every shot made him nervous. The Thunder's defense was like a solid wall, while the Warriors' offense was like a sharp sword, trying to penetrate the opponent's defense.

In the third quarter, the Warriors fell into a brief slump and were overtaken by the Thunder.

The atmosphere in Oracle Arena became solemn, and the fans' shouts were mixed with worry.

However, there was no panic on Zhao Zixuan's face. He believed in the Warriors' strength and resilience.

Just when everyone thought the Warriors might lose the game, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson began to exert their strength. They hit several key three-pointers in a row, tied the score and surpassed it, igniting the enthusiasm of the entire arena.

The Warriors fans around Zhao Zixuan could no longer contain their ecstasy. They stood up one after another, raised their arms and cheered, applauding the Warriors for their wonderful performance.

Zhao Zixuan felt the same way. He felt his blood boiling in his chest, as if a flame was burning inside him, driving him to release his inner passion. He couldn't help but join the cheering tide, roaring loudly, his voice full of recognition and admiration for the Warriors' strength.

At that moment, Zhao Zixuan merged with the fans around him and witnessed one of the most exciting reversals in basketball history.

As the game entered the final stage, the Warriors' advantage gradually expanded. Zhao Zixuan's mood also became more excited. He high-fived Lacob and expressed his pride in the Warriors' outstanding performance.

In the end, the Warriors defeated the Thunder with a score of 96-88, won the seventh game and successfully advanced to the NBA Finals.

After the game, deafening cheers rang out in Oracle Arena.

Zhao Zixuan and Lacob hugged each other tightly to celebrate this historic victory.

Then he turned and looked at Zhang Lei, Yuan Shiwei and Jiang Qian in the audience in the distance. They were equally excited, waving their arms and cheering for the Warriors' victory.

The post-match statistics are even more impressive:
斯蒂芬·库里贡献了36分、6个篮板、5次助攻和5个抢断；克莱·汤普森砍下21分、5个篮板和3次助攻；而德雷蒙德·格林则拿下了11分、12个篮板和10次助攻的豪华三双数据。

For the Thunder, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook also performed well, but ultimately they were unable to stop the Warriors' winning pace.

This game marked the Warriors' second consecutive NBA Finals appearance, where they will face the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by LeBron James.

A more intense contest is about to take place!

After the game, Lacob took the initiative to walk to Zhao Zixuan, his face filled with the joy of victory.

He patted Zhao Zixuan on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Zhao, to celebrate this victory, I would like to invite you to dinner, how about it?"

Zhao Zixuan was moved by Lacob's sincerity. He knew that this was a rare opportunity to get to know the Warriors' helmsman more deeply.

So he gladly accepted the invitation and replied, "Thank you very much for your invitation, Mr. Lacob. I am honored to have the opportunity to have dinner with you and share this joy."

Afterwards, Zhao Zixuan took Zhang Lei and others and got into Lacob's luxury car.

The car has spacious space and comfortable seats, and the group quickly immersed themselves in the relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

Sitting in the comfortable car, Lacob and Zhao Zixuan began to talk about basketball and the future of the Warriors.

Lacob asked: "Zhao, what do you think about the future of the Warriors? Do you think we can continue to be so competitive?"

Zhao Zixuan pondered for a moment and replied: "I think the Warriors' competitiveness does come from many aspects, including the strength of the players, the tacit understanding of the team, and the diversity of tactics. But when it comes to the soul of the Warriors, I firmly believe it is Curry."

Lacob smiled and said, "Oh? Why do you think so? I think Coach Kerr's tactical arrangement and leadership ability have also contributed a lot to the team."

Zhao Zixuan shook his head and said firmly: "No, I don't think so. Although Coach Kerr is an excellent coach and his tactics and leadership have helped the team a lot, Curry is the real core of the Warriors."

"Curry's leadership and influence on the court are unmatched. His shooting, passing and ball-handling abilities are all top-notch, and more importantly, he has the kind of mental strength that can inspire his teammates and lead the team to victory."

After listening to this, Lacob nodded, indicating that he agreed with Zhao Zixuan's point of view.

He said with emotion: "You are right, Curry is indeed a special player. His talent and hard work make him the soul of the Warriors. His presence makes the team more united and more combative."

Zhao Zixuan added: "Yes, the Warriors' brilliant achievements are inseparable from Curry's contribution. He is not only the team's top scorer, but also the team's leader and role model. I believe that as long as Curry is still there, the Warriors will be able to continue to maintain their competitiveness, create more glory, and even establish a Warriors dynasty in NBA history!"

Lacob's eyes lit up, especially after hearing about the Warriors dynasty, as if he had found a goal to pursue.

The conversation between the two made the atmosphere in the car more lively. Zhang Lei and others were also attracted by their discussion and joined in.

They talked about the future of basketball and the Warriors, and looked forward to the Warriors' peak match against the Cavaliers in the next round of the finals.

At Lacob's invitation, Zhao Zixuan and his party came to a high-end restaurant in the San Francisco Bay Area.

This place is crowded with celebrities, with soft lighting and melodious music, which is in sharp contrast to the hustle and bustle of Oracle Arena and creates a quiet and noble atmosphere.

Lacob and Zhao Zixuan sat around the exquisite dining table, continuing their in-depth discussion about basketball and the future of the team, while Zhang Lei, Yuan Shiwei and Jiang Qian enjoyed the food and occasionally interrupted to share their insights and stories.

In a hidden corner of the restaurant, several mysterious Jews sat at a dark wooden table, their eyes occasionally cast towards the table where Zhao Zixuan was sitting.

One of them, a Jewish merchant named Edmund, was whispering their plan to his companions.

Edmund tapped the table and said firmly, "Zhao Zixuan's position in the short video industry is becoming increasingly solid, and his Heguang Technology is a major obstacle for us to enter the short video field. We must find an opportunity to catch him and make him hand over the shares of Heguang Technology."

Another Jewish businessman, named Simon, said calmly: "I have made a detailed plan. Using Jiang Qian as a breakthrough point, I will create a sexual assault scandal. This will not only weaken Zhao Zixuan's social image, but also get him into legal disputes, and eventually force him to give up his shares."

Edmund nodded in agreement. "Very good, Simon. We need to create an illusion that Zhao Zixuan and Jiang Qian have an improper relationship. Once this news gets out, his reputation and image will be severely damaged. Then, we can threaten him and make him hand over his shares in Heguang Technology."

"However, we must ensure the rigor of the plan." Another Jewish businessman, named Jacob, reminded, "Once Zhao Zixuan notices something is wrong, or if we are negligent in any way, he may take measures to protect himself."

Edmund smiled confidently. "Don't worry, I've thought about this. We will use the restaurant's surveillance video and pre-arranged personnel to create a seemingly real scene. At the same time, we will also prepare some false evidence in case of emergency."

They continued to discuss the details of the plan in a low voice, making sure every step was perfect. Zhao Zixuan, Lacob and the others were unaware of this and continued to enjoy their dinner and pleasant conversation. (End of this chapter)