the NBA The playoffs are as competitive as they’ve ever been in the postseason.
There seems to be no clear favourite, and any team that feels hungry can walk away from the cup.
One of the teams hoping to return to the Finals is the Philadelphia 76ers.
They haven’t played in the Finals since 2001 when they lost to the Los Angeles Lakers.
But Brandon Marshall seems to think head coach Doc Rivers is holding his team back.
He said on a recent podcast appearance that he believes Rivers is “just not that guy.”
The Sixers lost to Boston in Game 2 of the EC Semis by 34 points 😳
“I’m worried Doc Rivers will lose this opportunity. It’s out of his control. He’s just not that guy.” – @employee
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Marshall doesn’t think Rivers is a good enough coach to keep up with the Boston Celtics.
Playoffs are about adjustments, and it could be a soft spot for Rivers.
While Boston adjusted in Game 2, the Sixers welcomed back Joel Embiid and had a much worse game.
The Sixers seemed a little content with the fact that they already took Game 1.
Now the series shifts to Philadelphia as the 76ers look to protect their home stadium.
If the Sixers can win their next two games at home, they will take a 3-1 lead.
But, there will be a lot of pressure on Rivers to get his team ready to go.
Rivers is one of the most successful coaches in the history of the NBA.
He even had one championship to his name with the Celtics.
Now he must eliminate his former team in hopes of helping Team 76 end their championship drought.
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