India Breaking News reported Team DEA Emerges Victorious From T1 League, that Team DEA emerged victorious in the T1 League Championship by defeating GhostHawks with a final score of 120-93 in Taiwan. The New Taipei City Taiwan Enterprise Bank DEA secured their first league championship after completing a four-game winning streak in seven games.

T1 League Championship

DEA’s triumph marked the culmination of a nearly flawless season, during which they dominated the league with a remarkable 25-5 record in the regular season. Subsequently, they clinched victory in all seven playoff games, clinching the championship trophy.

In the playoff final held on Sunday, the game remained closely contested in the first half, with GhostHawks trailing DEA by only two points at halftime, with a score of 60-58. However, DEA maintained their unbeaten streak against GhostHawks, extending it to 15 games over the past two seasons.

The tide turned in the third quarter when the home team faced adversity, committing 11 turnovers and struggling with their three-point shooting. DEA capitalized on these opportunities, swiftly building an insurmountable 96-73 lead, securing victory with ease as the final buzzer sounded.

DEA’s point guard, Lin Wickham, who averaged 14 points and 10.5 assists per game in the series, was emotional upon receiving the Finals MVP award. He expressed gratitude to his family and teammates for their support throughout the season, particularly during challenging times.

GhostHawks’ general manager, Qian Weicheng, congratulated DEA on their victory while acknowledging the progress made by his team. Despite their defeat, GhostHawks demonstrated significant improvement compared to the previous season, finishing with a 19-11 record and securing the second position in the league.

Team DEA defeats GhostHawks

DEA’s success was attributed to their team-oriented approach, focusing on teamwork and collective effort rather than individual performances. Both the head coach, Li Yihua, and the general manager, Liu Zhiwei, were recognized for their roles in implementing this strategy.

Liu Zhiwei emphasized the importance of building a Taiwanese team capable of competing internationally, highlighting the signings of experienced local players alongside skilled international recruits.

Despite their victory, DEA remains focused on continuous improvement, with senior center Zeng Wending emphasizing the importance of humility, hard work, and self-improvement in the upcoming season.

Meanwhile, in the P.LEAGUE+, the New Taipei Kings suffered a defeat against the Fubon Sunshine Dreamers in a semifinal series, led by Kenny Manigault’s stellar performance. The Kings will look to bounce back in the series, aiming to secure victory in the upcoming games.