Larry Bird arrived in Los Angeles before the start of Game 5 of the Finals.
When he saw Su Xi, he gave him a big hug. He hadn't been this excited in a very, very long time.
The Pacers reaching match point meant that Bird had achieved the most perfect and complete accomplishment of his career. Many people are invincible as players, but mediocre as head coaches, and a complete mess as executives. But now, Bird had proven himself in all three areas.
As a player, he was a champion. As a head coach, he led his team to the Finals. Now, as an executive, he had acquired Su Xi through a trade, brought the team to the Finals again, and was just one step away from the championship.
Su Xi was also very happy. Bird's arrival brought him just one step away from the 'Super Sense of Distance Talent'.
