'Crisis of a comeback loss just 2 seconds before the end → Two free throws' What came to mind... Sean Long: "My mind went completely blank..." [Busan]

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Sean Long (34, KCC), who sent home fans into ecstasy with just one second remaining before the game ended, smiled broadly.

Sean Long dominated the paint with 27 points and 15 rebounds in the third game of the 2025-2026 LG Electronics Professional Basketball Championship Finals held at Busan Sajik Indoor Gymnasium at 2 p.m. on the 9th, completing an 88-87 comeback victory for his team.

In particular, Sean Long calmly sank both free throws earned with one second remaining to put a period on the contest.

After the game, Sean Long reflected on the final free throw situation, saying, "My mind went completely blank. I only thought I had to make it."

He continued, "KCC has worked incredibly hard to reach this point. If I had missed those free throws, it would have been truly shameful. I focused all my attention, and fortunately, I made them," letting out a sigh of relief.

In fact, Sean Long had been struggling with free throws throughout this game as well. In the third game, he made only 3 of 7 free throws before sinking both of the final two. Sean Long said, "I have confidence in my three-pointers and mid-range shots. I'm also puzzled why my free throws aren't going in. It feels like a task that has persisted throughout my career." He added, "I wasn't nervous, but I had to be mentally fully focused. I'm truly happy to have overcome that hurdle."

He praised Heo Hoon's lob pass that set up the decisive free throws. Sean Long said, "Heo Hoon made an incredible pass. I have the confidence that no matter who throws the ball high, I can catch it." He added, "Actually, I wanted to score right after catching it, but I was fouled. In the end, it was a great play that worked out well."

Video messages from his family, broadcast on the scoreboard before the game, also provided great strength. Sean Long said, "Family is the biggest part of my identity. Watching the video made my adrenaline surge and gave me additional confidence." He added, "I look forward to meeting my family soon with the championship trophy."

He showed confidence regarding tomorrow's fourth game, which follows a back-to-back schedule. He said, "I got used to playing on consecutive weekends during my three years in Japan." He added, "It's true that all my teammates are tired, but I will set aside those difficult feelings and focus only on finishing tomorrow's game."

When asked why he is showing such a strong desire to win, he cited his affection for the team. Sean Long said, "I haven't won a championship yet, but more than anything, this team is the most enjoyable team I've ever been on." He emphasized, "There were ups and downs, including injuries during the season, but the team atmosphere was the best. I feel a responsibility to definitely win a championship for my excellent teammates and for each other."

With just one win away from his first career championship, Sean Long said, "I was certain that KCC was the perfect opportunity and team to become champions," reaffirming his firm resolve toward the trophy.

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