Jack Armstrong shares five quick thoughts on Game 7, Ben Simmons and more:
TSN Basketball Analyst Jack Armstrong returns with his five quick thoughts on the benefits of hosting a Game 7, a confidentLove it when you get to host a Game 7 at home. The Toronto Raptors are in that position now. I picked the Raptors in seven games and I’ll stick with that pick. The formula for victory is so similar when they’ve been excellent against the Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers.
You have to take that away from him early on Sunday.If you get a chance, take a look at the Boston point guard’s pointed comments about his team’s season and his role as well. He’s not a happy camper. After reading what he said, it’s pretty obvious why Boston underachieved. Basketball is a team sport and you can’t have individual agendas. Too many existed for the Celtics this postseason. Tough news hit the champs with his injury Thursday night. The Houston Rockets have life now.
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