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Having watched/followed the warriors all year, here are my thoughts:
1) The stage has been a bit too big for Curry and Klay (except game 2) and they seem overwhelmed at times. Their body language, for most of the series, has been poor. Looking at the officials for calls, getting down on themselves, making poor decisions and their lack of aggression on offense all speak to the fact that this is their 1st finals. They are playing like guys are who think they'll have more opportunities to come (which is not good). On the flip side, LBJ and the warrior vets (Iggy, Livingston, Lee) are playing like guys who know opportunities like this are very precious.
2) The Cavs have done a good job at trying to force the role players to beat them. If they stick to the game plan, it will be up to Iggy, Barnes, Let, Livingston to carry the warriors to victory (which they are more than capable of).
3) The Warriors have not played well at home in their last 5 games, going back to the rockets series. The psychology of being overwhelming favorites has affected them big time. I heard the other day that the only team in NBA history to win a title in its 1st try, against a team/player (LBJ) who has been there, done that, was Jordan's Bulls (against the Lakers). And that Bulls team had its heart broken many times (against the Pistons, Celtics, etc) so I don't put them in the same category as the Warriors (who have not really experienced that sort of heartbreak).
4) Considering all this, I think this a must win game for the warriors. I don't think the Cavs will let them off the hook if they go up 3-2, though anything is possible.
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I'll be paying attention closely to you on ESPN radio.... feckin tool.
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