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Paul Pierce Says the Cavs Have “A Lot Riding” on This Playoff Run
Pierce said Cleveland enters the postseason with “a lot riding” on this run, pointing to pressure on Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. He questioned whether Harden can “shake the ghost” of past playoff stumbles and noted Mitchell has never reached a conference finals. Pierce still expects Cleveland to handle Toronto, saying the Cavs should finish the series in six.
By Raahib Singh
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James Harden Refuses to Underestimate Raptors Ahead of First Round Playoff Matchup
Harden refuses to underestimate a Raptors team that has been good all year long. "Probably one of the teams that the league hasn’t really been talking about," Harden admitted. He highlighted how they're defensively sound while having multiple scoring threats in Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram and other impactful players. Harden stated that the Cavs have to prepare for a challenge.
By Pranay Mukherjee
about 1 month ago
Udonis Haslem Explains Dillon Brooks and Draymond Green’s Intense Rivalry
With the Suns set to battle the Warriors for the 8th seed, Haslem revisited the Brooks-Green rivalry. He stated that Brooks and Green impact the game the same way, which causes the friction. "They're exactly the same person, that's why they can't get along," Haslem said. He added that Green and Brooks both bring energy, effort and hold guys accountable.
By Pranay Mukherjee
about 1 month ago
Dirk Nowitzki Was Happy Seeing “Old Heads” Steph Curry and Draymond Green Dominate Play-In
Nowitzki was excited to see the "old heads" take over the game vs. Clippers, with Curry, Green and Al Horford having impactful performances. "They got emotional after. They were celebrating like they'd won a championship," Nowitzki said. He was happy to watch Curry's incredible 3-point shooting and Green's suffocating defense, which helped seal the game for the Warriors.
By Pranay Mukherjee





