The victory in Barcelona was a seismic event. It wasn't just a win; it was a statement. Beating Monaco proved they could out-gun a talented team. Beating Barcelona, at the Palau, in a grinding defensive war, proved they could out-will and out-smart a legendary one. For the first time since his arrival, Kyle Wilson wasn't just a intriguing project or a reclamation story in the Spanish press; he was a central pillar of a championship contender.
The attention was immediate and intense. Training sessions were now ringed by journalists. His social media, which he rarely checked, was flooded with messages from nostalgic Celtics fans and curious NBA observers. A highlight clip of him locking down Mirotić and hitting the dagger three had gone viral, accompanied by the caption: "Don't forget about Kyle Wilson."
