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Busan KCC has transformed once again. Just as it did two years ago, with the playoffs underway, the team is once again displaying the grandeur of a "super team."
On the 24th, KCC secured a decisive 91-75 victory over Anyang Jeongkwanjang in the first game of the 2025-2026 LG Electronics Pro Basketball Quarterfinal Playoffs held at Anyang Jeongkwanjang Arena. This win has put KCC in a favorable position on the path to the championship finals.
In fact, KCC was expected to be at a disadvantage in this game. Looking solely at this season's regular season standings, Jeongkwanjang was in second place, while KCC was in sixth.
However, the outcome was completely different when the game began. The atmosphere remained tight until early in the third quarter, but KCC quickly scored in succession, widening the gap to double digits. In the end, KCC secured the victory with ease.
Although KCC barely made the playoffs this season, it has shown a completely different face in the PO. In the quarterfinals, KCC defeated Wonju DB, the third-place team in the regular season, with a clean sweep of three wins and no losses. It continued its upward momentum with a win in the first game of the quarterfinals.
The scent of two years ago is back. At that time, KCC also finished fifth in the regular season. However, in the playoffs, it displayed the qualities of a super team and went on to win the championship.
This is likely because the team is filled with star players who possess exceptional individual skills and extensive experience, allowing them to demonstrate their power in crucial games.
Lee Sang-min, KCC Head Coach, explained, "(In the playoffs) it seems the five players are coming alive as a unit, creating synergy. All players are playing responsibly on the court, and their desire to win is strong." He added, "Jeongkwanjang is good, but in terms of experience, I don't think anyone matches us. They are players who know how to handle big games. I only ask them to focus on basics like box-outs and turnovers."
Choi Jun-yong also commented on KCC's playoff surge, stating, "Unlike the regular season, every game in the playoffs is extremely important. Moreover, we are players with strong competitive spirits. Our strong desire to win seems to have sharpened our focus. Even though everyone looks tired, many are pretending not to be." He continued, "There are eyes that refuse to lose. Plus, our individual skills are too good, so I believe we will win in any matchup."
He further emphasized, "I feel like we can win every season. As long as there are no injuries to our players, there is no way we cannot win."
Of course, the cheers from KCC fans are also playing an important role. Today's game was held before a sold-out crowd of 5,196, with passionate cheering on display. The support from Jeongkwanjang home fans was immense. However, the away support was no less impressive.
KCC fans filled the cheering section despite being away. A KCC team official stated, "Through recruitment prior to the game, 700 KCC fans came along. If we include fans who came without recruitment, the number is likely around 1,000."
Choi Jun-yong said, "Did you see our fans? Seeing the KCC fans made my body heat up. I only thought about repaying that support. That's why I performed more actively in my celebrations." He expressed his gratitude.
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