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The Herd with Colin Cowherd
7 May 202415:44

Summary

TLDRThe transcript appears to be a discussion about NBA players and their performance, particularly focusing on Jayson Tatum's standing among the league's best players. The conversation suggests that while Tatum is a great player and a superstar, he may not be considered the best in the world, with other players like Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and potentially even Jaylen Brunson being argued as superior. The discussion also touches on the importance of style in the NBA and how it differs from other sports like the NFL. The speakers contemplate the impact of a team's momentum, the potential for upsets in the playoffs, and the challenges of maintaining a high level of performance over multiple rounds. The summary also highlights the surprising performance of the New York Knicks and the historic achievements of their player, Jalen Brunson, in the playoffs.

Takeaways

  • 🏀 Jaylen Brunson is having a historic playoff run, with four straight 40-point games, putting him in the company of legends like Michael Jordan and Jerry West.
  • 🌟 Jayson Tatum is considered a top player, but there's debate over whether he's the fifth best in the league or somewhere in the top ten; he's not universally seen as the best player in the world.
  • 📉 The Denver Nuggets, despite being a strong team during the regular season, are facing an uphill battle in the playoffs, raising questions about their true competitive level.
  • 🏆 Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance in the playoffs, following his second MVP win, is being compared to a potential championship run similar to his previous year's success.
  • 🤔 There's a discussion about whether Nikola Jokic, as a soon-to-be three-time MVP, should be held to the same high standards as LeBron James in crucial playoff games.
  • 👑 The comparison between Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan is a topic of debate, with Edwards showing similarities in his game but also having his own distinct style and flair.
  • 🚀 The New York Knicks are proving to be a formidable team in the playoffs, with their resilience and ability to compete in close games, regardless of the score.
  • 🎯 The importance of style in the NBA is highlighted, with the suggestion that while efficiency is key, the artistry and entertainment value of a player's game also matter.
  • 🔥 The Dallas Mavericks and Luka Doncic are mentioned as potential contenders for the NBA Finals, with Doncic's performance being a significant factor.
  • 🤷‍♂️ The unpredictability of the NBA playoffs is emphasized, with recent history showing that the team that won the previous year doesn't always continue their success.
  • 📚 A reminder of the historical context is provided, noting that while players like Jordan and Bird had their achievements, today's players like Edwards and Jokic are carving their own paths.

Q & A

  • What is the general perception of Jayson Tatum's ranking among NBA players?

    -The general perception is that Jayson Tatum is a great player and a superstar, but his ranking is not at the top. He is often considered to be the fifth or sixth best player in the league, with some arguing that he could be as low as tenth.

  • Who are some players that are considered to be ahead of Jayson Tatum in terms of ranking?

    -Players like Luka Dončić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and potentially Donovan Mitchell are mentioned as being ahead of Tatum in the current NBA player rankings.

  • What is the significance of the 2008 Celtics Championship in relation to the best player debate?

    -The 2008 Celtics Championship is significant because it was the last time a team with a player like Tatum, who was not considered the best player in the world, won the championship. Kevin Garnett, who was in the five to ten range of players at that time, was the best player on that team.

  • How does the speaker view the current state of the NBA in terms of team dominance?

    -The speaker views the current state of the NBA as being more open and competitive, with no clear dynasty team emerging. They mention that over the last half decade, different teams have won the championship, and there is no consistent winner.

  • What is the importance of style in the NBA according to the speaker?

    -The speaker believes that style is very important in the NBA, as it adds to the art and entertainment value of the game. They suggest that while efficiency is important, the style and flair of players like Antetokounmpo and the potential of young American players are crucial for the league.

  • What is the comparison being made between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokić?

    -The comparison is made in terms of their impact on their respective teams and their potential to lead their teams to a championship. Giannis is seen as having a dominant run in the playoffs after winning two MVPs, while Jokić is discussed as a potential candidate for a similar trajectory.

  • How is the speaker's view on the importance of the playoffs for a player's legacy?

    -The speaker believes that the playoffs are crucial for a player's legacy. They mention that players who have not performed well in the playoffs, even if they have had regular-season success, have faced criticism and their legacy has been questioned.

  • What does the speaker think about the New York Knicks' performance?

    -The speaker is impressed by the Knicks' performance, noting that they have a never-say-die attitude and that they are fun to watch. They also highlight the historic performance of Jalen Brunson, who has been scoring consistently high points in the playoffs.

  • What is the comparison between Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan?

    -The comparison is based on their playing style and the impact they have on the game. The speaker notes that Edwards has a similar game to young Michael Jordan, with a better outside shot. However, they also point out the differences, such as Jordan's six rings and five MVPs compared to Edwards' achievements so far.

  • Why does the speaker believe that the NBA needs a homegrown American player to be a top-tier player?

    -The speaker believes that for the NBA to maintain its appeal and competitiveness, it needs a homegrown American player who can compete at the highest level. They mention that such a player would bring excitement and a sense of national pride to the league.

  • What is the speaker's opinion on the importance of in-game rest for players?

    -The speaker suggests that in-game rest can be useful, especially for players who are performing at a high level. They use the example of Josh Hart, who has been playing extensive minutes without rest, to argue for the importance of allowing players to catch their breath during games.

Outlines

00:00

🏀 NBA Player Rankings and Playoff Performance

The first paragraph discusses the debate over NBA player rankings, specifically focusing on Jayson Tatum's standing among the league's best. It mentions Tatum's consistent recognition despite the playoffs' outcomes for many stars. The speaker argues that Tatum is likely the fifth or sixth best player, with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Dončić being ranked higher. They also touch upon Donovan Mitchell's performance and the importance of defense. The paragraph further explores the concept of being the best player on a championship team versus being the best in the league, using examples from past champions.

05:00

🏆 Jokić's Playoff Struggles and the Pressure of MVP Status

The second paragraph shifts the focus to Nikola Jokić, the soon-to-be three-time MVP, and the expectations that come with such a title. It questions whether it's fair to hold Jokić to the same standard as LeBron James, given their ages and experience. The discussion also includes the pressure on Jokić to perform well in the playoffs, especially after winning the MVP award twice. The speaker compares Jokić's current situation to Giannis Antetokounmpo's path to a championship and the resulting narrative shift.

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🚨 The Knicks' Resilience and Brunson's Heroics

The third paragraph highlights the New York Knicks' surprising performance in the playoffs, emphasizing the historic achievements of Jalen Brunson, who has been scoring consistently high points in consecutive playoff games. The speaker likens the Knicks' unpredictability and resilience to a fidget spinner's brief popularity, questioning the sustainability of their success. They also discuss the team's style of play, comparing it to other teams and noting the importance of style in the NBA. The paragraph concludes with a nod to the Knicks' potential matchup against the Boston Celtics.

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🔥 Josh Hart's Impact and the Herd's Closing Remarks

The final paragraph praises Josh Hart's exceptional performance, noting his increased scoring and rebounding contributions. The speaker calls for recognition of Hart's efforts and suggests that he deserves a break from media attention due to his intense play. The paragraph concludes with a promotional message from the speaker, inviting viewers to subscribe for more content and expressing gratitude for their viewership.

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Keywords

💡Jaylen Brunson

Jaylen Brunson is a professional basketball player in the NBA. In the context of the video, he is highlighted for his exceptional performance during the playoffs, with the speaker discussing his potential to be ranked among the top players in the league. His performance is significant as it influences the narrative around the best players and the dynamics of the ongoing basketball season.

💡MVP ballots

MVP ballots refer to the voting process for determining the Most Valuable Player in the NBA regular season. The speaker mentions Jaylen Brunson and Jayson Tatum as being among the top candidates for this honor, indicating their strong performance throughout the year and how they are perceived by fans and analysts alike.

💡Donovan Mitchell

Donovan Mitchell is another NBA player who is part of the discussion regarding player rankings. The speaker compares his performance to that of Jayson Tatum, noting Mitchell's defensive shortcomings and suggesting that Tatum could be ranked ahead of him based on overall play.

💡Playoffs

The NBA playoffs represent the championship series of the league where teams compete in a tournament format. The script discusses the impact of playoff performance on player rankings and team expectations, with various players and teams being evaluated based on their success or failure in these high-stakes games.

💡Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum is a professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics and is a central figure in the discussion. The speaker debates Tatum's ranking among the best players in the league, suggesting that while he is undoubtedly talented, he may not be considered the best in the world.

💡Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo, often referred to as 'Giannis', is an NBA player who has won multiple MVP awards and is considered one of the best players in the league. The script contrasts his potential dominance in the playoffs with the pressure and expectations placed on him as a top-ranked player.

💡NBA Style

The term 'NBA Style' refers to the flair, personality, and manner in which the game of basketball is played in the NBA, often emphasizing the entertainment value and the aesthetic appeal of the players' performances. The speaker discusses how style matters in the NBA, differentiating it from other sports like the NFL, and how it contributes to the appeal of players like 'Jokic' and 'Ant'.

💡NBA Championship

The NBA Championship is the title awarded to the winner of the NBA Finals at the end of the playoffs. The script touches on various players and teams that have won championships and how their performances in the playoffs contribute to their legacy and the perception of their skill level.

💡NBA Twitter

NBA Twitter refers to the community of NBA fans, analysts, and commentators on the social media platform Twitter. The speaker uses this term to describe the general sentiment and discussions happening within the basketball community, particularly in relation to the Knicks' performance and the impact of their games.

💡Rest in the Playoffs

The concept of rest in the playoffs refers to the strategy of allowing players to have time off to recover before or between games. The speaker discusses the potential downsides of too much rest, suggesting that being in a rhythm of play might be more beneficial for some teams, especially younger ones.

💡Jokic

Nikola Jokic, referred to as 'Jokic' in the script, is a professional basketball player who has been a consistent MVP candidate due to his exceptional skills and performance. The speaker talks about the expectations from Jokic in the playoffs and how his performance is scrutinized in comparison to other top players.

Highlights

Discussion on whether Jayson Tatum is among the top players in the league, with arguments suggesting he is ranked around fifth or sixth.

Comparison of Tatum's performance to other stars like Jaylen Brunson and Donovan Mitchell in the playoffs and regular season.

Debate on whether Tatum's team, despite being favored for the championship, makes him the best player in the league.

Historical context provided on past champions and the best players on those teams, like Kevin Garnett in 2008.

Speculation on the potential of a non-dynasty situation in the NBA, with different teams winning each year.

Concerns raised about overvaluing certain teams like the Denver Nuggets, and the impact of injuries on players like Jamal Murray.

Analysis of Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance and the pressure he faces as a two-time MVP to win a championship.

Comparison of the styles of play between different NBA stars and how they contribute to the game's entertainment value.

Discussion on the importance of an American player being among the top in the league and the potential of Luka Dončić.

Commentary on the New York Knicks' surprising performance and the historic achievements of their player, Jalen Brunson.

Brunson's scoring streak in the playoffs and the Knicks' grueling path to the conference finals.

Concerns about player fatigue, particularly for Josh Hart, and the sustainability of the Knicks' current play style.

Predictions and opinions on potential playoff matchups, including a possible Boston-New York series.

Reflection on the impact of rest on team performance and the preference of some teams to maintain momentum.

Commentary on the media's portrayal of players and the need for fair comparisons to legends like Michael Jordan.

Anthony Edwards' potential and his current performance in comparison to young Michael Jordan.

The unique situation of the Knicks and their ability to stay competitive regardless of the game's progress.

The importance of style in the NBA and how it affects the viewers' enjoyment of the game.

The unpredictable nature of the NBA playoffs and the potential for upsets in series matchups.

Transcripts

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and I know that lands as oh you don't

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like Tatum but I do feel like ant we

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talked about him and then he shows up

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and you're like okay that may be the

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best player in the world I've been

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hearing this for five years on Tatum all

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the stars are out of the playoffs or

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many of them and I still think he's like

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the fifth or sixth best guy is that a is

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that what you're

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seeing well so I would if it's based on

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these playoffs then that's why that's

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the argument to having Jaylen Brunson of

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him but also this regular season You

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could argue Jaylen Brunson you know was

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probably fifth on a lot of MVP ballots

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Tatum fifth on a lot of MVP ballots Shay

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was better throughout the year I when I

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look at it on your list right here the

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one guy ahead of Tatum that I would

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definitively have Tatum ahead of is

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Donovan Mitchell Donovan was great in

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game six and seven but really struggled

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games one through five and Donovan's

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defense leaves a great deal to be

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desired so we could bump him up one but

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you also could make the argument that

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you have to bump Shay ahead of both of

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them anyway so no I think that's right

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like I I don't think it is a criticism

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of Jason Tatum to accurately rate him

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and I think the accurate rating of Jason

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Tatum is the absolute best case scenario

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is he is the fifth best player in the

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league that is the most generous ranking

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you can possibly give him because if

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we're just talking about players overall

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you have to have joic Luca Giannis

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ant ahead of him at a minimum so at the

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at a minimum you have at best he's five

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and at worst he's 10 I think that in my

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opinion that is the fair tier he drops

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in I don't think that's picking on him I

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also though don't think maybe I'm wrong

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I don't think many people argue he's the

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best player in the league I think what

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they are arguing is he's the best player

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on a team that they think is going to

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win the championship and that usually

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carries with it a gravity rightfully so

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but that is not always the best player

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in the league the last Celtics

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Championship 2008 the only one that's

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happened in the last 35 years Kevin

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Garnett was the best player on that team

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at no point during that That season did

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anyone think Kevin Garnett was the best

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player in the world he was like Tatum

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somewhere in that five to 10 range at

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this point in his career I don't think

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Dirk in 2011 while he was the best

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player in those playoffs I don't think

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he was the best player in the world when

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they won that Championship so that's how

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I look at Tatum a great player a

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superstar but his ceiling is not that of

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the best player in the world and I don't

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think it ever has been so um in the 70s

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when I fell in love with the NBA there

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was a different team that won every year

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Washington Philadelphia Golden State

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Knicks Blazers Sonics it was there was

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no Dynasty and I'm watching Denver last

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night who I thought could be the Spurs

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and I'm like all right last five years

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I've gotten Warriors Lakers Raptors

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bucks nuggets and the tea wolves look

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significantly better than Denver and

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Boston is better and I thought to myself

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did we overvalue maybe not joic did we

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overvalue Denver I certainly did I

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thought they had a Spurs feel and they

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don't look athletically even close to

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Minnesota and ants only getting better

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Jamal Murray isn't

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so so if I tell you so uh International

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player wins two MVPs but doesn't break

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through in the postseason then finally

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the year after he wins his second MVP

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finally wins a championship is dominant

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from start to finish of those playoffs

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and it feels like well who's going to

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stop this guy I just told the story of

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Giannis not joic but now all of a sudden

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it feels like the stories might be a

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little more similar because Giannis the

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next year they looked like they were

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going to win the title and then Chris

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Middleton gets dinged Jason Tatum to his

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credit has the game of his life in a

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game six they lose game seven because

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Boston hits a million threes they have

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not been out of the first round since a

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Bucks team that looked like they were

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poised to be the team since they won the

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title has not played a single Conference

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Finals game the Nuggets looked like the

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team to beat all year and now all of a

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sudden are facing an 02 hole just got

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absolutely dog walked in their building

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in a must-win game when the other team's

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best offensive player wasn't there and

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you start to ask some really tough

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questions we always assume the team that

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just won is going to just keep winning

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but to your point it actually hasn't

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happened over the last half decade and

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so yeah I I'm not going to act as if the

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nuggets are you know some wildly flawed

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team but I don't think they're going to

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win this series and then you never know

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when when Milwaukee was up 32 on Boston

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as the defending champs it looked like

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well they you know they've got the best

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player he's playing great they're just

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going to win again who's going to stop

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them they have not been close since then

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and they made a maybe Panic trade and

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remade their team the other question I

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have about this series is this Colin and

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I the people are going to say I'm being

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unfair but once again I think I'm the

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only fair person out there it heavy as

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the head that wears the crown is it fair

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to ask can we hold Nicola yic soon to be

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three-time MVP

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universally accepted best player in the

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world can he be held to at least as hard

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of a standard as we hold 39y old oldest

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player in the league LeBron James to can

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we are is it fair to say that joker

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needed to be better last night in a

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must-win game yeah is it fair to say

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that we just watched Anthony Davis score

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at will in round one and now in Joker's

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defense has somehow gotten worse in

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round two every other guy who has been

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up to to this point LeBron Durant Steph

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those guys Giannis when they all of a

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sudden have not shown up in the playoffs

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if that has happened they have gotten

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crushed and even if they have shown up

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they but they lose they have been

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harshly criticized the discussion

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surrounding joic this year has been is

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he going to run down Shaq AEM and Larry

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Bird in the alltime rankings well then

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he better be masterful over these next

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10 days cuz this is a really tough one

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to swallow right now you know it it's

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interesting sometimes the media does

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this they're trying to offer protection

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for somebody that doesn't need it Mike

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Conley said yeah he looks like MJ to me

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and I read these media people whoa slow

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down on the comps that's not fair well

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he's literally saying I want to dominate

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KD and did he plays like him he's

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vertical he's aggressive he's a good

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Defender maybe better than good he has

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now like Jordan become really efficient

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almost more so in the playoffs than the

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regular season um and I watch him and

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I'm like oh this mid-range game the

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fallway stuff it's like the trash

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talking yeah it's like Dominique or

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Michael but it feels more Michael than

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Dominique I trust his jumper more I

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don't think he needs protection Kobe

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leaned into the Michael stuff tiger

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leaned into the Jack Nicholas stuff like

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I'm okay saying I'm not saying he's

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going to be Michael aesthetically and

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everything but that's got an MJ feel to

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it has not oh listen there's a lot of

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similarities but to be fair to both

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players there's a lot of differences

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obviously Michael six rings five MVPs

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Anthony's got a long way to go also

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obviously in Anthony's favor Anthony's

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22 and about to make the Conference

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Finals at you know at 22 Jordan was

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getting bounced in the sweet 16 I just

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to be fair if we're going to set we're

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going to be an honest portrayal of the

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history here Jordan didn't win his first

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series till he's 25 years old I you know

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Anthony Edwards already got that under

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his belt so there's similarities and

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differences between the two but ant is

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listen ant's funny because he said six

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hours before this game stop with the

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Jordan comparisons and then he literally

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did the Jordan

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shrug a direct and so I think ant knows

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what he's doing yes I also think that

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there's nothing he can can do about the

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fact that their games are he has a very

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similar game to young Michael except

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with a far better outside shot now

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there's just there are a lot of ways for

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him to grow and we'll see what these

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next steps are but a if the NBA needs

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yes this from Anthony Edwards I love

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Luca and I think Luca might be able to I

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think the Mavs I think there's a world

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that exists where the kber wolves

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nuggets series ends up being a war and

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whoever comes out of it the Mavericks

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end up beating and I think this could be

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actually Luca's time to make his first

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NBA Finals when nobody seems really to

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be talking about I know jm's been big on

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Luca being the best player all year and

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I think that take might end up aging

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quite well I but as much as I love Luca

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and as brilliant as Joker is offensively

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right or wrong the NBA needs one of

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these homegrown guys to be on that level

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and he's the only one that I think can

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do it he's the only 20s something year

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old American player that I think does

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have best player alive ability yeah and

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I think the NBA Style matters it doesn't

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in the NFL Brady didn't have a style he

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was almost robotic at times he was

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efficient in the NBA it's more about art

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uh style absolutely matters you know

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again it doesn't really engulf or if

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you're you know big strong off the te's

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cool but you got to win Majors ants Scot

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style and flare and it's fun to I like

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Luca it's not as much fun to watch I

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like yic a lot it's not that fun to

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watch this is dynamic fun it's good TV

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now here's the here's the other thing we

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were talking about JM and I were that

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you got to be very careful screwing with

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a Knicks and I and I compared it a while

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ago about an hour ago to a fidget

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spinner when the fidget spinner got

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popular in America I was like there's no

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there there that's not sustainable

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there's nothing to it the Rubik's Cube

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was kind of mathy and I'm like this

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can't last forever and I said the Nicks

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have become that I'm like Josh Hart this

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is not what he is brunson's not MJ this

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team's not this good and you stop

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playing guy I mean like three Villanova

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guys scored 92 points and I say to

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myself this this is the fidget spinner

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we're all going to get it's gonna we're

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going to go this is nonsense and I keep

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watching and and waiting and it never

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happens so what are the Knicks

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yeah I mean a son of a gun to play Man a

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team that no matter what H pardon

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happens over the first 45 minutes of

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action the game's going to be tied with

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three minutes left and good luck man I

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mean that's that's what it is like uh

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NBA Twitter great and also does a great

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radio show on serus uh Rob Perez

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worldwide wob who's a DieHard NBA fan

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but a Knicks fan through and through

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he's been saying it all year just like

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playing the Knicks Welcome to Hell we'll

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see you at the finish line that's how

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they play now and Brun what Brunson is

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doing is truly historic yeah I the the

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guys with four straight or more 40-point

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uh playoff games it's now Brunson

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Bernard King MJ and Jerry West Jerry

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West actually did it six straight times

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but he lost a bunch of finals so I guess

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he's disqualified from any of the

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conversations he was pretty damn good if

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you read your history books about the

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league I Brunson also though the game

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before the 40-point streak started he

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scored

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39 he is their offense everyone knows it

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and they nobody can stop him now do I

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think that if they get to Boston which I

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think they will that they are going to

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be able to deal with Boston's length and

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the fact that Boston has been basically

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will likely have been resting for a few

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days gone through two easy series and

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the Knicks will have just gone through

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hell to get there playing I mean Josh

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Hart this playoffs is averaging

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averaging 47 minutes per game does that

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feel sustainable for four rounds it

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doesn't but they keep winning man and

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Brunson is a at last night you Fuel and

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DraftKings all the sports books had his

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over under for points Colin going into

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the game it was an even money bet on

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either side he's as likely to go over as

13:25

under at 37 a half they went into a

13:29

playoff game like yeah we expect

13:30

jaylen's going to get

13:32

3738 and the over hit like it is I it is

13:36

remarkable what they're doing and they

13:39

have taken on this is like the perfect

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tibs team they are as fun to watch the

13:45

the the the as any Nicks team of my life

13:48

since really the spr well Allen Houston

13:51

99 team which I thought was great they

13:54

ended up losing in the finals to the

13:55

Spurs I I think they'll make the

13:58

conference fin it would be crazy to pick

14:01

them over Boston but man oh man I don't

14:04

think Boston's looking forward to that

14:06

matchup I'll tell you that much yeah

14:08

plus sometimes being rested even in the

14:10

NFL you think by weeks are so valuable

14:12

and you find out they're really not if

14:14

you're hot young teams want to play the

14:16

next night the next night so I think

14:17

that Boston New York series would be a

14:19

lot feistier than I think I would take

14:21

the Celtics in

14:22

six yeah yeah but I mean if it goes six

14:26

then all of a sudden weird things can

14:27

happen and while you might be right

14:29

about being rested can be overrated I

14:32

think ingame rest could be useful just

14:35

one note to the broadcast partners of

14:37

the league when Josh Hart has not sat

14:40

for a single minute in a week and is

14:42

playing his ass off on both ends can we

14:44

not be like hey Josh can you give us the

14:47

between quarter interview that poor guy

14:50

is hyperventilating it's his only time

14:52

to sit down and he's like no we feel we

14:55

feel great about this pace let the guy

14:57

rest for a moment yes so unbelievable

14:59

yeah it's like Olympic coverage somebody

15:01

wins the marathon and the NBC's over

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there with the what are you doing one

15:06

continent to the other can we give him a

15:08

break uh great see anybody Nick Wright

15:10

first things first yeah Josh Hart is and

15:13

it's just crazy because Josh Hart's like

15:15

double the player he usually is he's

15:16

like a rebounding demon he's a I mean

15:18

he's like a ninepoint a game four team

15:20

in the league guy now he's giving you 18

15:22

19 points his effort is you know it's

15:25

it's it it's what the next your favorite

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