The playoffs are the highlight of Adam's basketball career, but he can't play because it clashes with his operation. Adam joins the team on their night away prior to the playoffs and causes mayhem.
In the finale, The Desperados cheat at Kyle's instigation. They get caught and the Maniacs declared the winners. When it's discovered the Maniacs cheated too, a replay is arranged.
After Adam's death, the team makes sure they do his memory justice in the replay final. Kyle goes even further, making sure Adam gets to play by persuading Jake to put his ashes in the match ball.