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The Young Man and the Three

NBA Finals: Celtics vs. Mavs Game 5 Preview | OM3 THINGS with Tim Legler

Jun 17, 2024
ESPN analyst Tim Legler joins JJ Redick on the podcast to discuss the blowout win by the Dallas Mavericks over the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. They also preview the upcoming Game 5 and analyze the strategies, key players, defensive tactics, and momentum shifts for both teams in this crucial match.
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Quick takeaways

  • Boston's defensive focus on containing Luca Doncic is crucial for closing out the series.
  • Dallas's success in the series depends on role players stepping up alongside Luca Doncic and Kyrie.

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The Importance of Defense in Setting the Tone

Boston's key to closing out the series lies in improving defensive strategies against Luca Doncic. The defense must avoid indiscriminate switching onto Luca, prioritizing defensive matchups with key players like Jalen Brown and Jayson Tatum. A strong defensive start can help set the tone, disrupt Luca's orchestration, and generate offensive opportunities from defensive plays.

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