Jason Kidd’s Surprising Steph Curry Comment Before NBA Finals Game 5
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd made an unexpected statement before Game 5 against the Boston Celtics. The Mavericks staved off elimination and avoided a sweep with a dominant Game 4 victory, extending the NBA Finals for at least one more game. Displaying a palpable sense of urgency, the Mavericks overwhelmed the Celtics, demonstrating their resilience.
A standout in this crucial game was veteran guard Tim Hardaway Jr., who erupted for 15 points, nailing 5 of his 7 three-point attempts, particularly after the game was largely in hand. This performance was a significant turnaround for Hardaway, who had been struggling throughout the series. Kidd likened Hardaway’s sharpshooting to that of NBA legends Ray Allen and Steph Curry. “He looked like Ray [Allen] and Steph [Curry]. So we’re gonna need that here in Game 5,” Kidd remarked. “Hopefully, he’s able to knock down those same shots.”
“He looked like Ray [Allen] and Steph [Curry]. So we’re gonna need that here in Game 5… Hopefully, he’s able to knock down those same shots.”
Jason Kidd on Tim Hardaway Jr.'s performance in Game 4 🗣️
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Hardaway’s breakout game could lead to an increased role in the pivotal Game 5. Despite his earlier struggles, his Game 4 heroics have injected a new sense of hope into the Mavericks. As they face a determined Celtics team and a fervent Boston crowd eager for a championship, the Mavericks will need contributions from every player to keep their championship dreams alive.