Logo Killer.

The Warriors lifted their championship trophy for the first time in 40 years, but Curry wasn't happy.

Although he smiled while hugging Han Sen after the game, it was clear that it was a forced smile.

Despite averaging 26 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in the Finals, the Finals MVP went to Klay Thompson, who averaged 18.3 points and 4.3 rebounds.

Not only did Curry not win the Finals MVP, but he didn't even receive a single vote.

The fans immediately questioned the results.

In the history of Finals MVP voting, there had never been a situation like this. It was like giving the Oscar to a stunt double instead of the lead actor.

The media claimed that Curry's decline in performance, starting in Game 3 when Han Sen began guarding him, justified the selection of Klay Thompson as MVP.

Of course, no one believed this explanation — it was downright absurd.

But the reason behind this was clear: it was Silva's balancing act at play.

The Finals being a UA vs. UA showdown was unavoidable, so the award had to go to a Nike player to show the world that the Warriors' victory wasn't about UA, but about Nike.

This move? It was giving major Jerry Krause vibes—like trying to overshadow the players who actually delivered the wins. It might seem clever, but it just comes off as petty and awkward.

Unlike Stern, who openly favored Nike, Silva's manipulation was sloppy by comparison.

Back when the Grizzlies won their first championship despite the infamous '5 vs. 8' refereeing, there were still complaints, but the controversy wasn't as intense as this one with Curry.

While Curry's situation garnered sympathy, Han Sen was facing his own unfavorable situation.

Although rational fans accepted the Cavaliers' Finals loss — considering the mere fact they reached the Finals was already a miracle — many trolls immediately began resurfacing Han's bold proclamations from earlier in the season.

LeBron stans, Kobe stans, and even Jordan stans — all the fanbases Han had offended over the years — were ready to pounce.

They pointed out that Han had vowed to bring a championship to Cleveland this season, and he'd failed to deliver.

For the first time in his career, after years of bold statements, Han didn't follow through.

Even Jordan stans jumped in, repeating the old adage: "Jordan never lost in the Finals. You'll never surpass Jordan."

Han was catching more flak than Curry because, let's be honest, Curry's accomplishments still didn't compare to Han's.

The more famous you are, the more haters you attract.

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📺 First Take: Stephen A. Smith vs. Skip Bayless

Stephen A. Smith: "Skip, I don't care what you say. What Han Sen did this postseason was nothing short of extraordinary. The man took a Cavs team that nobody believed in and dragged them to the Finals. That's the definition of greatness."

Skip Bayless: "Oh, please. He lost. End of story. Great players don't lose in the Finals. Michael Jeffrey Jordan never lost in the Finals, Stephen A. And you want to put Han in the same conversation? Ridiculous."

Stephen A.: "Skip, you're being absurd! You know what? I'm sick and tired of you moving the goalposts. First, you said he couldn't win without a stacked team. He proved you wrong by carrying Cleveland to the Finals. Then you said he couldn't win against the Heat. He beat them. Now you're saying Finals losses disqualify greatness? What's next?! You gonna say he needs to beat Goku in a one-on-one?!"

Skip Bayless: "Stephen A., facts don't lie. Han talked big all year about winning the chip. He didn't deliver. That's what matters. And don't get me started on his postgame antics, chewing gum like some '90s throwback. We're not in Chicago anymore, buddy."

Stephen A.: "Oh, stop it! You're grasping at straws. The man's got grit, heart, and determination. You think this loss will crush him? Hell no! He's gonna come back stronger. You know it, I know it, and deep down, Skip, you know it too!"

Skip Bayless: [pausing] "...Let's see if he can win when it counts."

Stephen A.: "He already did, Skip. He's just getting started!"

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But Han wasn't alone. His fans fought back, too.

For instance, they countered the Jordan narrative with:

"So… losing in the Conference Finals is more honorable than losing in the Finals? Make it make sense."

They also pointed out that the talent gap between Han's Cavaliers and the Heat was far greater than the gap between Jordan's Bulls and the Magic in 1995.

And, of course, there was the biggest argument of all:

"If Kyrie didn't get injured, the Cavs probably would've won the championship."

While the internet was ablaze with debates, Han was calmly scrolling through the chaos. Watching his hater count skyrocket, his mood wasn't as sour as some might expect.

Losing sucked, but like he always said: "No one stays a winner forever. The important thing is to keep moving forward."

For Han, the real prize wasn't in sulking over a loss — it was in converting hate into Hater Points and unlocking new talents.

Two days after the Finals, Han had accumulated enough points to unlock a Tier 1 three-point talent.

His 2.5 million Hater Points weren't all from the Finals loss; he'd been stacking them up ever since he won MVP.

This new talent would cost more points than any of his previous unlocks — but it made sense.

Three-point shooting, after all, was arguably the most impactful skill in modern basketball.

[Kid's Blessing]: Greatly enhances both catch-and-shoot and pull-up three-point shooting. Significantly boosts long-range three-point accuracy.

The talent description was brief but packed a punch.

Especially that last bit about long-range threes.

Han couldn't help but think ahead to next season. It was going to be Curry's year.

Curry's long-range shooting would earn him the first and only unanimous MVP in NBA history.

When defenders have to guard a player starting at the half-court line, the spacing and offensive dynamics completely change.

Han didn't necessarily plan to play exactly like Curry, but having this talent would make defending him harder than ever before.

(TL/n: Lmk which talent name you guys prefer: [Infinite Range], [Logo Killer] or the current one.)

After unlocking the talent, Han immediately texted Cunningham to meet him at the training facility.

"Boss, aren't you going to take a couple days off?"

Cunningham wasn't complaining. He'd shown up even earlier than Han, but he was surprised Han was already back to work.

Han's response?

"We're not having a championship parade this year, so no need to rest."

It was simple logic, and it shut Cunningham up immediately.

Han hadn't called Cunningham over to just rebound for him, though.

He wasn't planning to test his deep threes just yet — he wanted to test his contested threes.

His existing three-point talent, [Eagle Eye], was just a Tier 3 starter skill.

It had gotten him into the NBA as a reliable 3-and-D player, but its impact was mostly on wide-open looks. It didn't boost his contested three-point shooting, which was crucial for top-tier shooters.

Now, with his new Tier 1 talent, Han wanted to see just how much his ability to shoot under pressure had improved.

"Go all out. Don't worry about fouling. Just do whatever you can to stop me from getting my shot off."

Han's instructions were clear.

Cunningham didn't ask why — if Han told him to do something, he'd do it.

Of course, he wasn't going to actually foul Han. But he'd give it everything he had to disrupt Han's rhythm.

After more than half an hour of intense training, Han Sen couldn't hide the grin tugging at the corners of his mouth.

Although he had just unlocked his new shooting talent, and his overall shooting percentage hadn't drastically improved yet, he could feel the difference.

The key point? Cunningham's best defensive efforts barely affected him.

More importantly, he was still using his two-motion shooting form — a style that relies on separating the shot into two phases, allowing for greater balance and stability.

And that was a good thing.

Switching to a one-motion shot, like Curry's, wasn't necessary. Curry adopted that form because his physical build couldn't handle the rigors of the two-motion shot. For someone with Han Sen's physique, sticking to the traditional style made more sense.

In fact, most players in the league use the two-motion form for a reason — while it's slightly slower, it's much more resistant to defensive pressure.

Over the next few days, Han Sen and Cunningham practically lived in the gym, honing his shooting with relentless focus.

During one of these sessions, Han Sen checked his Hater Points after practice and noticed a huge spike.

Curious, he checked the news — and instantly understood why.

It had to do with the Warriors' championship parade.

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@WarriorKing91: "Draymond really out here calling it a dynasty after ONE ring? Slow down, bruh."

@CavsFanForLife: "Han Sen is HIM. Dude just made history in the playoffs, and people still doubting? Y'all crazy."

@SkipGoated: "Skip Bayless is right. MJ never lost in the Finals. Han ain't the GOAT. Period."

@StephenAHive: "If y'all don't stop disrespecting Han Sen... dude carried Cleveland on his back and made it to the Finals. That's GOAT material."

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During the event's Q&A session, Draymond Green, never one to shy away from the mic, boldly declared:

"We took down Han! This is the start of our dynasty!"

Classic Draymond.

Green had no filter. He wasn't about to analyze the Cavs' roster limitations or Han's heroic performance. Nope. All that mattered to him was talking his talk.

In fact, this was peak Draymond energy — reminiscent of when LeBron casually dubbed himself the GOAT. It cheapened the concept of a dynasty, making it sound like a stroll in the park.

Han Sen? He loved it.

The Warriors winning the title had inadvertently helped cultivate the ultimate Hater King: Draymond Green.

Over the past season, the Warriors had amassed a passionate fanbase, and Green — despite being despised by opponents — was beloved by Warriors fans.

They viewed him as their very own Dennis Rodman.

For Han Sen, this was a goldmine. As long as the Warriors kept winning and Green kept yapping, his Hater Points would never dry up.

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📺 Inside the NBA: Post-Finals Roundtable

Kenny Smith: "Alright, fellas. Let's talk about this Finals. Warriors win the chip after 40 years, but man, what a postseason for Han Sen and the Cavs."

Charles Barkley: "You know I love me some Warriors. They deserved that title. But let's be real—this Finals MVP thing? It's straight-up bizarre. Klay over Steph? Come on, man."

Shaquille O'Neal: [laughs] "That was crazy. And listen, I love Klay—big-time player, big-time moments—but how you gonna tell me Steph doesn't get a single vote? That's like saying I wasn't the most dominant big man on the court when I was killin' everybody."

Barkley: "Well, we know what's up. That's the league trying to send a message—'this isn't about UA.' Jerry Krause vibes all over again. 'Organizations win championships'? Nah, Chuck Daly once said, 'Superstars win championships.' And that's what Han Sen is—he's a superstar."

Kenny Smith: "But let's focus on Han for a second. The guy carried the Cavs through the entire playoffs. 64 points in the Eastern Conference Finals, and he almost knocked off a dynasty-in-the-making Warriors squad without Kyrie. That's wild."

Shaq: "It's simple. Han's got that dawg in him. Ain't no quitting in that man. He's different. When we talk about great playoff performances, this one goes right there with the best of them. And you know what's scary? He's still getting better."

Barkley: [grinning] "Yeah, and you know he's sitting in a gym somewhere right now, watching Draymond talk about a 'dynasty' and thinking, 'Bet. I'll see y'all next season.'"

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Around this time, Cavs GM David Griffin visited the practice facility to discuss the upcoming NBA Draft.

Cleveland didn't have a first-round pick this year — they'd traded it to Memphis. The Cavs were left with just the 56th overall pick in the second round.

Of course, there were ways to improve their draft position. Teams often bundled late-second-round picks with cash to move up, or even outright bought a higher pick.

Han Sen skimmed through the draft prospects and mock drafts.

The projected first overall pick? Karl-Anthony Towns from Kentucky.

Han wasn't surprised. The draft wasn't weak, but it wasn't exactly stacked either. Towns had been the consensus No. 1 for a while.

What did surprise him was the team with the first pick — the Boston Celtics.

Caught up in the playoffs, Han hadn't paid attention to the draft lottery results. But seeing Boston at No. 1? The butterfly effect was in full swing.

Historically, the Celtics hadn't had much lottery luck. Their only previous No. 1 pick was in 1950.

Han couldn't help but think of Red Auerbach, who had once moved mountains trying to land Tim Duncan. Stern denied him back then.

If Auerbach could see the Celtics finally land another top pick after 65 years, he might've shed a tear in the afterlife.

Meanwhile, the Cavs? They'd won the lottery six times — the most in NBA history. And yet, none of those picks had ever led to a championship.

As Han reviewed Towns' scouting report, he noticed something curious: Towns' NBA comparison was Andrew Bogut.

That made him pause.

In his memory, Towns was always seen as an offensive powerhouse with defensive deficiencies. Yet this profile flipped that narrative.

Then again, Towns landing in Boston could change everything. The Celtics had a reputation for molding players into defensive studs. His development there might differ from what it had been with Minnesota.

Skimming the first-round predictions, Han took note of two names:

Kristaps Porziņģis and Devin Booker. Both stood out — but both were out of the Cavs' reach.

Turning to the second-round prospects, two more names caught his eye:

Josh Richardson and Norman Powell.

The latter name made him chuckle. 'Powell Kobe,' as East Coast fans liked to call him.

The scouting report for Powell? 'Tony Allen.'

Han rolled his eyes. These scouts weren't even trying.

Still, there was a reason these players were projected to go late.

It's like Kawhi Leonard's pre-draft report — no one thought he'd develop a jumper. Sometimes scouts just whiff.

In the end, Han chose to target Richardson and Powell.

Not just because they were potential steals, but because the Cavs' small-ball lineup needed more guard depth.

A lack of capable guards had hurt Cleveland in the Finals. Players like Delly and Mo Williams weren't built for that level of competition.

Just as they wrapped up their draft discussion, something clicked in Han's mind.

"Wait… Jokic!"

The Cavs had drafted Nikola Jokic the previous year, but he'd stayed in Serbia for further conditioning.

Why hadn't he reported to Cleveland yet?

"He said he'll come by the end of July," Griffin replied, looking a bit uncomfortable.

"Why so late?" Han frowned.

"Apparently, he wants to finish competing in some local horse racing event."

Han rubbed his temples. "Kid's serious about his horses, huh?"

Jokic wasn't just a fan — he lived for horse racing.

The guy would probably celebrate a horse race win more than an NBA championship.

"Bring him over."

"Excuse me?" Griffin blinked.

"If he won't come, I'll fly to Serbia and drag him here myself."

Griffin wasn't sure if Han was joking — but knowing Han, he probably wasn't.

Han was already planning a trip to Africa to adopt a lion, so making a pit stop in Serbia didn't sound too far-fetched.

Griffin, wisely, took the hint. "I'll handle it."

Watching him leave, Han couldn't help but shake his head.

"That kid better be ready. The Cavs' frontcourt isn't exactly intimidating. He's gonna need some tough love this summer."

And tough love?

Han Sen was the best in the business at delivering it.

-Chapter End-

Translator's Note: If you've noticed, this chapter is larger than usual. It's because I wrote and added all the media segments myself. As promised, I featured different media peronalities.

I also added more fan reactions from social media. The ones that have a username were added by me lol.

Let me know what you think. Was it too much? Does it flow well with the story?