The Ryen Russillo Podcast Mavs Take Control, Boston Advances, and NBA Obituary Season, Plus Bob Ryan Talks Jokic Historically and Not Trusting These Celtics
May 16, 2024
Bob Ryan from The Boston Globe joins to discuss Jokic's dominance, Celtics criticisms, and media changes. Life advice on avoiding dad smells is shared. Don't miss out on exclusive clips and live streams!
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Defense Decides Dallas-OKC Series
- Dallas' improved defense, not just Luka's scoring, is the decisive factor in their lead over OKC.
- OKC's supporting cast hasn't produced consistent secondary scoring, exposing their playoff inexperience.
Playoff Comfort Trumps Regular-Season Numbers
- Young playoff teams often show volatile shooting and confidence under pressure.
- Oklahoma City's role players are missing shots and comfort, which magnifies reliance on SGA and Chet.
Post-Elimination Obituaries Skew Perception
- Obituary-style deep dives on eliminated teams reveal underlying dysfunction but can feel excessive and unfair.
- Every franchise has grievances; publishing them immediately after elimination amplifies negativity.