NA LCS Playoffs Preview: Semifinals

After finishing their rookie split an improbable 17-1 this past spring, Immortals famously faltered in the playoffs, despite being the overwhelming favorites to take first. Their inexperience together was on display as the vaunted lineup overextended, reeled, even tilted its way to a 0-3 exit at the hands of Team SoloMid. With that being Immortals’ very first best-of-five series, it became easy to question the team’s poise and unity in high-pressure scenarios. Equally questioned were their picks, specifically Huni’s refusal to play the tank champions that were so dominant at the time. They marginally redeemed themselves, in the third-place match, stomping Team Liquid 3-0 in dominating fashion. Third-place won’t be good enough this time; however, as Immortals seek to take out Cloud 9 and reach their first ever NA LCS final.

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