Mike Breen emphasized the difficulty of winning close-out playoff games before Game 5 of the Western Conference final, a crucial moment for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Minnesota Timberwolves. The Thunder, a dominant force, had already won the first two games in the series convincingly. Breen's somber expression reflected the tension surrounding the game; while the Thunder had a strong record at home, the Timberwolves faced a must-win situation to keep their playoff hopes alive.
"NBA people will tell you the toughest game to win in the playoffs is the close-out game," explained Mike Breen, laying down the stakes before Game 5.
Breen struggled with an expression conveying burdened hope, as the Thunder faced pressure with a commanding lead but the Timberwolves fought for survival.
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