He once again referenced Kobe Bryant's famous quote from the 2009 Finals when they went up 2-0 against the Orlando Magic. After the last game as well, when Turner was asked about the impact of the win on the team's morale, he used the same quote from Bryant.

The Timberwolves might have to make more cuts this summer—Nickeil Alexander-Walker could be a name to watch in free agency—but it will find a way to keep Reid, probably on a four-year pact worth a shade over $100 million.

Indiana has reached the Eastern Conference Finals for consecutive years. That's not lucky, this team is for real.