I was too tired to watch. Glad for the result. Couple of things I heard... Thoughts?
- People remarked that Halliburton thought he was going to be awarded the MVP, was it the right call to give it to Siakam? I thought Halli led that team well
- Already hearing noises that Knicks players blame KAT for missed defensive assignments. Surprised... NOT surprised! Hard to figure who won that trade!
1. Halli was the better player throughout the series. Siakem showed up like 2 games and made a dent. I know people don't want to think about it, but it's possible the establishment didn't take too kindly to Halli's choking gesture in game 1. I know why he did it, but felt it was completely inappropriate. Man, just ball. That's what you get paid for. He's too good. Doesn't need any extra-curricular histrionics.
2. Yes, KAT missed some defensive assignments, FTs and had a few turnovers. But NY need not point the finger to anyone but the mirror. That was a collective effort of slop. It was always an uphill battle to beat Indy, but after they imploded in game 1, it was extremely difficult seeing them winning the series anyway. Poor Brunson was on fumes. Dude been carrying the whole team on his back all season. Why do you think Thibs gave him those extended rest periods? He was so exhausted I saw him turn the ball over late in games, allow himself to get trapped in a double team and then throw up a prayer that had no chance of going in.