But the league might have missed a great opportunity. It’s biggest spokesperson — literally and perhaps figuratively — would have been happy to offer his endorsement. “It’s so cool,” said Rockets center Boban Marjanović, a veteran of in-season tournaments in Europe. “Trust me. So cool. “It’s more competitive. The guys, they play really strong and prepare for that game. It’s one game. If you lose, you’re out. If you win, you’re on top of the hill. It’s better (than regular-season games), because I think guys give more effort because that game, it really means everything. You win that tournament, you savor it all season. Every moment, you fight for something. It’s cool.”
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