But being qualified to participate in the Christmas showdown is also a form of recognition from David Stern, isn't it?
This year, due to picking Qin Yue, as the NBA's rising "internet famous team," the Golden State Warriors were already noticed by David Stern when the league scheduled their games.
Originally, when arranging the Warriors' schedule, Stern planned for a Chinese Derby in this year's Christmas showdown.
However, considering that the Rockets were too strong and the Warriors too weak at the time, and because Chinese fans care more about the Spring Festival than Christmas...
So after careful consideration, under Stern's directive, the Warriors' opponent for this year's Christmas showdown was finally determined to be the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The league is well aware that after the Warriors picked Qin Yue, the Nike Empire is currently undergoing a grand expansion.
Maybe the Messiah and the Chosen One both need time to grow...
