@NatTurnerNeph@sixers It was loud during A.I. years. And loud every year before & after. It’s a great bball city. In 2001 they weren’t expected to win it bc of the Lakers.
Last night I said this is the most anticipation in the city in terms of a 76ers title since the 80s. I think that’s accurate.
Thoughts on the @Sixers from the first 2 games. They present a lot of problems to solve for opposing defenses, but their own defense has them 2-0. They turned up the pressure on the Cavs in the 2nd half. The impact of LBJ , Jaylen Brown, and KCP on that end was impressive
@jamma789@sixers There are going to be some rough stretches early. Remember, they have 4 guys who have been #1 options. That’s going to lead some turnover heavy nights. But the options those guys provide is going to be too much for opponents to solve most nights.
And now… the West! OKC & SA still separate themselves, but the fight for 3-10 is going to be the best part of the story. Some major changes make it interesting. Check it out
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I was blessed to share the green room many nights in Bristol with Barry Melrose as we watched NBA and NHL games awaiting our studio shows. He was one of a kind. And I cherish those memories. Praying for comfort for his loved ones. He will be dearly missed. 🙏
Monday, @ESPNNBA continues its exclusive, wall-to-wall coverage of the '26 #NBAFinals as the series shifts to New York for a pivotal Game 3 between the @spurs & @nyknicks
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@Adam_Mares and @LegsESPN breaking down:
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@killianhoops What I said was compared to other top guys, getting a bucket or quality shot off will be harder bc of his height. Manipulating the defense off the dribble is tougher at 7’5”. Doesn’t mean he couldn’t become the consensus best player in the league. He’s close now
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We’ll get into both series today. Spurs were suffocating last night and Knicks are playing at an elite level on both ends. Let’s dive in. See you at Noon est
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Big night tonight! @ATLHawks, @sixers & @nuggets trying to force game 7s. The wild ride of the 1st round continues. See you tonight. Courtside from Atlanta
Thursday, @ESPNNBA continues its coverage of '26 #NBA Playoffs with a doubleheader on ESPN
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