In a top-floor skybox at the US Airways Center.
Brian nervously clenched his fists, constantly checking the time.
Only 17 seconds remained in the game, with the Phoenix Suns leading 97-96, just a one-point advantage.
Hardaway had the ball, running down the clock at the top of the arc.
Everyone had spread out.
J Kidd stood before Hardaway, arms outstretched, on high alert.
In the stands, many spectators couldn't help but rise to their feet, nervously watching the court below.
Time ticked away. With eight seconds left on the shot clock and eleven seconds left in the game, Hardaway made his move.
He tried a change of pace, but J Kidd read it perfectly, spreading his arms to block the path.
Hardaway pulled the ball back, regaining control. At that same moment, everyone started moving.
O'Neal charged toward the free-throw line, McDyess screened for Marion near the baseline—everyone was in motion, a chaotic mess.
