From the lineup perspective, Jordan joining the Supersonics is quite a rational choice and one of the rare moments in Jordan's career where "his judgment of people was spot on."
Gary Payton is indeed in great form, and the backcourt combination with Jordan has immense defensive deterrence.
As for Patrick Ewing, he still has a little bit left in the tank, and as a blue-collar worker, he can somewhat support the interior defense.
At the same time, the Supersonics haven't neglected the construction of the youth squad; several young players have a lot of potential.
Therefore, when facing the mighty Trail Blazers, the Supersonics did not fall behind in the first game and secured a victory with tenacious defense at the last moment.
In contrast, although the Glory team played a lively first game, winning brilliantly and surging to the top of the nation's attention,
