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Nick Nurse Praises VJ Edgecombe’s Halftime Adjustments in Game 7 Win vs. Celtics

Nurse was happy Edgecombe scored 23 points and shot 5-11 from 3-point range, but his adjustments at halftime made Nurse prouder. "(VJ) kind of came out of the halftime saying I got White and I'm gonna do better on him because White was cooking," Nurse said. He credits Edgecombe for helping restrict White to 2 points in the 3rd quarter.

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Joel Embiid Says “You Can’t Win Alone” After Series Victory vs. Celtics, Praises Teammates

Embiid stated that it's impossible to win on your own, and that you need a team to do so. "The way we're playing right now, we're in sync, offensively and defensively," Embiid said. "Guys understand what they have to do." He's happy with the team playing winning basketball, something he's wanted for a long time, with everybody locked in.

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about 2 months ago

Joe Mazzulla Admits That Joel Embiid’s Presence Changed the Series for the 76ers

Mazzulla stated that there were no changes between the regular season and the playoffs for the 76ers, but Embiid's return was a turning point. "What changed in the series was Joel Embiid came back and then it's a completely different team," Mazzulla said. He and the Celtics' coaching staff didn't prepare for an Embiid matchup which cost them.

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What Playoffs Games Are on Tonight? NBA Schedule (May 3rd)

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What Playoffs Games Are on Tonight? NBA Schedule (May 3rd)

Pistons host the Magic in Game 7 at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC, after Detroit rallied from 24 down in Game 6, with Orlando's 19-point second half the worst in playoff history. Then at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC, the Cavaliers host the Raptors in Game 7, where the home team has won every game this series.

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Larry Nance Jr.: Donovan Mitchell Once Stopped a Film Session to Call Himself Out

During a film session, Mitchell stopped the tape mid-play to call himself out before any coach could, Nance revealed. "He stopped the film and said, 'Fellas, that's unacceptable for me.'" Nance said it set the tone for the roster. "For the rest of us, we see him hold himself accountable... who are we? It speaks to his hunger. His drive."

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about 2 months ago

Raymond Felton Says the Cavaliers Have the Talent for a Deep Run but Lack Toughness

"I just don't see the toughness," Felton said of the Cavs ahead of their Game 7 against Toronto. Jaylon Tyson has seen limited minutes this series despite being their most physical option. "That little toughness is gone...their only toughness is the smallest guy on their team. And that's Dennis Schröder. That ain't been Don persona."


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