I really assumed Celtics would win this game, I even wagered on it, Miami really plays differently, they are really a great modern team, I assumed Celtics was the modern NBA team prototype because of how they have wings who could shoot, defend and go inside as well, those wings are very important, but Miami once again showed the world it is not about just one star player, it is about the whole team and when you have "role players" that are doing their role amazingly, and I mean like perfectly execute it, you will not lose.
They came thus far thanks to everyone knowing what their strength and weakness is and they optimized their talents to get the most out of it. They remind of late 2000's or early 2010's Spurs in a way, playing this amazing team basketball to get most of out every possession and player.
Coach Spoelstra managed to combined 3 stars and win a championship. I think he could also control these young players to play at their best.
That's a good comparison with the Spurs team back then but they will need a championship to seal that.
Last time there are no minutes for some players like Kelly Olynyk. I am more worried about this.
The rotation of players should still be there to get the best chemistry they could.
You don't want them getting cold on the bench then getting out if something bad happens.
I think the plays are design based on the opponent, if they'll win this, they might change the rotation in the NBA finals.
Kelly Olynyk is no doubt good, knows how to play defense do some hassle play or play hard but he does not fit in the current opponent of his team, plus he is not shooting 3s well, yes he shoots 3s.
Nuggets lose. I mean this is the start. Just like Coach Malone joked about.
‘We petitioned to start Lakers series 3-1 down’
Never lose home, it's the start of the journey for the Denver, they came back in the 1st and 2nd round, they could do the same and that would be written in the history if they haven't made yet.
