In the end, the players' relentless insistence left the coach with no choice—Raphael was getting on that court. And the moment he stepped in, everything shifted. The air thickened with intensity, the team’s energy surged, and even their opponents faltered at the sudden shift in momentum.
Like it or not, Raphael—despite his solo tendencies—was the key player.
The game flipped. Their team went from struggling to relentless, playing faster, sharper. Raphael thrived on speed, using his run-and-gun style to tear through the defense. The rhythm of the match changed, and with every drive, every calculated play, the tide turned.
Against all expectations, they won. The final buzzer rang out like a declaration—they were headed to the finals.
"Nice play, brat." Adrian smirked as the team approach
