Doing what I want

Press Conference

"Y/n, congratulations on an incredible victory and your historic quintuple-double performance in Game 7. Can you put into words what this accomplishment means to you?"

"Thank you. First off, I want to thank my teammates, the coaching staff, and the fans for their unwavering support throughout this journey. Winning the championship and contributing in every facet of the game is truly a dream come true. It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved. I couldn't have done it without them."

"There was a moment during the game where you fell to the floor seemingly due to exhaustion. Some fans are speculating that it might have been a strategic move to catch the defense off guard. Can you clarify that for us?" Shannon

Y/n chuckled, shaking his head. "No, that was not intentional. The game was incredibly intense, and I was giving it my all out there. The fall was just a result of the physical and mental toll the game was taking on me. I was in no condition to think about anything other than playing my heart out for my team."

"Thank you for clearing that up. You've been dubbed the 'option' rather than the 'fourth option,' and your performance tonight certainly solidifies that. How do you feel about this transformation and the impact you've had on the team?"

"It's an incredible feeling to know that my efforts have resonated with my teammates and fans. Being called the 'option' instead of the 'fourth option' speaks to the belief and trust that everyone has in each other on this team.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again: we win as a team. The individual titles are great, but they only mean something when we're lifting that championship trophy together."

"Thank you for your time, Y/n, and congratulations once again on your remarkable achievement."

"Thank you, and thanks to everyone who supported us. This is for the Lakers family and for all our fans out there."

"Y/n, many are calling your Game 7 performance one of the greatest in NBA history. How do you react to that level of praise?"

Y/n smiled modestly. "It's incredibly humbling to even be mentioned in the same breath as some of the all-time greats. I've always believed in pushing myself to the limit and leaving everything on the court, and tonight was a culmination of that mindset.

But at the end of the day, this game is about the team and the championship. Individual records are a bonus, but it's the collective victory that truly matters."

"Given that you've achieved something historic tonight, let's address a hypothetical scenario. If you had the opportunity to give up your Finals MVP award to ensure that Anthony Davis and LeBron James were not injured, would you do it?"

Y/n's expression turned thoughtful. "Absolutely, without a second thought. The pressure and expectations that come with these moments can be overwhelming. While I'm proud of what I've accomplished, having both AD and LeBron healthy and on the court would have made this journey even more special. Championships are won as a team, and I would gladly trade individual accolades for the chance to share the court with my teammates in their full strength."

"Thank you for your honesty, Y/n. Your dedication to your team's success is truly admirable."

"Thank you. We're all in this together, and I'll always prioritize the collective goals over personal achievements."

"Y/n, tonight you've shattered numerous records: most assists per game in a finals series, highest points per game in a finals series, most steals per game in a finals series, most steals in a single playoff game, most blocks per game in a finals series,

most blocks in a single playoff game, most points in a single playoff game, and you've become the youngest Finals MVP in history. Additionally, you've achieved the first-ever quintuple-double in NBA history. How does it feel to have accomplished all of this?"