A few observations from Game 2 of the 2022 NBA Finals.
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BARO NOTES:
• GREAT bounce back W by the Warriors; 4/5 starters reached double figures, while Steph lead the charge with another incredible outing (29 pts, 5 triples) - Steph’s making a point to show out/take command at the start of games, setting the tone for everyone else
• INFAMOUS GSW 3rd quarter strikes again! (outscored BOS 35-14)
• Very physical game w/ multiple techs issued out; Draymond got into it w/ Grant Williams & Jaylen Brown (amongst others)…barked at the refs but played a crucial role in setting the nature of the game and facilitating on offense (7 dimes v. 1 TO); Klay struggled again in Game 2, while Jordan Poole got into a nice rhythm in the second half w/ a pair of huge triples
• Celtics (obviously) can’t afford for three starters (Horford, Smart & Rob Williams III) to combine for just six points - D. White provided solid bench relief but, from an offensive standpoint, it’s too much of a burden for Tatum (28 pts) & Brown (17 pts) to bear for sustainable success
• Speaking of J. Brown…Celtics are still waiting on a consistent performance from him (same w/ the Dubs & Klay!)