Jimmy Butler and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a> are on the verge of elimination against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Boston Celtics</a> in what would be the worst collapse in NBA history. Their 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals has vanished and everything will be settled next Monday at The Garden in Game 7.



The last month has been incredible for the Heat. They lost the first game of the play-in against the Atlanta Hawks and were almost knocked out by the Chicago Bulls in the same stage. Then, in an unexpected turn of events, Miami eliminated the Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks. 


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Now, Miami are surrounded with doubts after losing three consecutive games against the Celtics. However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jimmy-butler">Jimmy Butler</a> went all-in again and guaranteed a win in the series. The entire <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a> will be watching. 



<h2>Jimmy Butler sends another incredible message to the Celtics prior to Game 7</h2>



So, prior to the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals, teams with a 3-0 lead in the playoffs were 150-0 in NBA history. The Miami Heat will be the first to defend that advantage in a Game 7 on the road. If not, the Celtics will have the greatest comeback ever. 


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Even in those circumstances, Jimmy Butler stays confident the Heat won’t be in the record books. After losing Game 6 at home, the star player of Miami was smiling at the challenge.



“We can do it. I know that we will do it. We gotta go on the road and win in a very tough environment, but we’re capable of it. So, let’s get busy. We’re gonna do it as a unit. Everybody’s smiling because we know we’re very capable of it. We’re gonna go in there and we’re gonna win.”



Furthermore, Jimmy Butler took full responsibility of losing Game 6 at home as he had a terrible field-goal percentage just making 5 of 21. The Heat’s star guaranteed that won’t happen again. 


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“I told the guys in the locker room that if I play better (on Game 6), we’re not even in this position. Honestly speaking. And I will be better and that’s what makes me smile because those guys follow my lead. When I’m playing better, I think we’re playing better as a whole.”

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/philadelphia-76ers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Philadelphia 76ers</a> entered the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> season as one of the powerhouses in the Eastern Conference. But not even an MVP campaign from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/joel-embiid" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joel Embii</a>d was enough to get them over the hump.



The Sixers fell in the second round for the third time in as many seasons under Doc Rivers. They let their coach go, but their issues could run deeper, and they will need to find several reinforcements in the offseason.



That could become even more evident if <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/james-harden" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">James Harden</a> winds up leaving as rumored. With that in mind, let’s take a look at three potential targets they should go after.



<h2>NBA Rumors: 3 Potential Targets For The Sixers</h2>



<h3>3. Dorian Finney-Smith</h3>



It’s time to face facts and realize that the Sixers desperately need to move on from Tobias Harris. He’s entering the final year of his contract, so they could finally trade him, even if it costs them several picks.



They could then pursue Dorian Finney-Smith to serve as their new starting SF, as he’s one of the best wing-stoppers in the league, and they could definitely use him against Jayson Tatum and/or Jaylen Brown.



<h3>2. Kyrie Irving</h3>



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This one seems kind of far-fetched, but Daryl Morey has always been an aggressive executive, so we shouldn’t rule anything out when he’s calling the shots.



Kyrie Irving is a free agent, and he could be a suitable replacement for James Harden, providing another explosive scorer and elite ball-handler next to Joel Embiid, albeit he’d come with obvious risks.



<h3>1. Damian Lillard</h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="572" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/05/28121611/damian-lillard-1-1024x572-1024x572.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-3828" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Damian Lillard – Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



For months, Damian Lillard has been tied with a move to multiple teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers. He’d be a big upgrade over the aging James Harden.



The Portland Trail Blazers could look to rebuild around Anfernee Simons and their No. 3 pick, and Lillard wants no part of a rebuild, so this would make sense for both parties.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Boston Celtics</a> are trying to win their first championship since 2008 and only the second one in a span of almost four decades. Last year, they were really close after losing the NBA Finals against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors">Golden State Warriors</a>. 



However, head coach Ime Udoka was suspended following a huge controversy off the court and Joe Mazzulla took over. The Celtics posted a 57-25 record and ended as the No.2 seed in the Eastern Conference.


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Now, the Celtics are in the middle of a thrilling series facing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jimmy-butler">Jimmy Butler</a> and the Heat. It could end up being an instant classic in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a>. Read here to find out what happens if Boston lose to Miami.



<h2>NBA&nbsp;playoffs: What happens if the Celtics&nbsp;lose against&nbsp;the Heat&nbsp;in the Eastern Conference Finals?</h2>



If the Celtics&nbsp;lose to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Heat&nbsp;in the playoffs,&nbsp;Boston&nbsp;will be officially eliminated. Then, as the champions of the East, Miami would advance to the NBA Finals and their next rival would be the&nbsp;Denver Nuggets.


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In case the Heat beat the Celtics, there’s no other scenario for Miami. Next Thursday, they will go to Denver in a blockbuster matchup between&nbsp;Jimmy Butler and Nikola Jokic.


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Considering the&nbsp;Heat&nbsp;were the No.8 seed in the Eastern Conference, if Miami advance, the Nuggets will have home-field advantage in the NBA Finals. In case the Celtics win tonight, Game 7 is scheduled for next Monday at Boston.

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A few weeks ago, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a> lost against the Atlanta Hawks in the start of the play-in tournament and then were almost knocked out by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-bulls">Chicago Bulls</a> in that same stage.



From that point on, something extraordinary happened. As the No.8 seed in the East, Miami shocked the NBA by eliminating Milwaukee. The Bucks were the best team during the regular season with spectacular performances by Giannis Antetokounmpo.


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Then, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jimmy-butler">Jimmy Butler</a> and the Heat took care of the New York Knicks and built an incredible 3-0 lead against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Celtics</a> in the Eastern Conference Finals. Read here to find out what happens if Miami lose to Boston.



<h2>What happens if the Miami Heat lose against the Boston Celtics?</h2>



The Miami Heat won the first three games of the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals, but the Celtics answered taking Games 4 and 5. Boston could become the first team in NBA history to come back from a 3-0 deficit.


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If the Heat lose to the Celtics, the series will be 3-3 going to Game 7 on Monday at The Garden in Boston. That matchup would be scheduled to start at 8:30 PM (ET).


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The winner of the Eastern Conference will face the Nuggets in the NBA Finals which are set to start next Thursday. It’s important to remember that Nikola Jokic’s team will have home-field advantage in that series if the Heat advance. Otherwise, four of seven games (if necessary) will be at Boston.

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Over the past couple of weeks, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Nuggets</a> coach Mike Malone has put <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> media on blast for the lack of attention his team and superstar<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Nikola Jokic</a> have gotten.



Some members of the media even admitted that they hadn’t actually watched him play, which is unacceptable, considering he’s perhaps the best offensive force in the league right now.



However, as great as Jokic is, his game isn’t ‘sexy,’ for the viewers, which is why former All-Star <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Ja-Morant-and-NBA-players-suspended-because-of-guns-20230308-0029.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gilbert Arenas</a> believes he and his team don’t get the recognition they deserve.



<h2>Gilbert Arenas Says NBA Fans Don’t Care About Great Teams Anymore</h2>



“Nobody wants to watch great teams play. They want to watch great dominant players,” Arenas said. “For the consumer, Jokic’s game is not sexy. It’s sexy for basketball players, like, oh man, what he’s doing is unreal.”



“But if you’re not like Giannis or Ja Morant, jumping out of the gym, putting your elbows in the backboard, or you’re shooting 50-foot three-pointerss,” added Arenas. “Other than that, what are the stars doing in those big cities? So, no matter how you sell them, unless he’s in Boston, New York, LA, no one’s going to be paying attention to their game.”



“You know Jokic can win this championship,” Arenas concluded. “No one’s going to care. Let’s just be honest. I’m sorry. He’s not gonna go from where he is right now to this super megastar because he’s not doing anything kids want to see.”



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This is the harsh truth and what’s wrong with highlight culture. Hopefully, history will one day give the players like Jokic and the teams like the Nuggets their rightful place.

Gilbert Arenas explains why no one cares about Nikola Jokic

Gilbert Arenas explains why no one cares about Nikola Jokic - Bolavip US

For years, people have debated who’s the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/The-15-greatest-NBA-players-of-all-time-20200329-0002.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">greatest player in NBA history</a>. Unsurprisingly, names like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LeBron James</a>, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Wilt Chamberlain, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/michael-jordan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Michael Jordan</a> have often surfaced in that discussion.



Wilt was arguably the first superstar in the game, one that was so dominant that he literally forced the league to enforce several rule changes. As for Jordan, he later took over as the most impactful player of his era, and arguably all time.



However, as good as Jordan was, it seems like Chamberlain wasn’t all that impressed by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-bulls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chicago Bulls </a>star, going as far as to say that he would’ve gotten ‘crushed’ in his era.



<h2>Wilt Chamberlain Didn’t Think Michael Jordan Could Thrive In His Era</h2>



“Michael Jordan is one of those rare specimens that could have played in any particular time and is a gifted athlete and is using those gifts in basketball incredibly so,” Chamberlain told Conan O’Brien. “Well, his playing style is that he’s 6’7” and he’s like 197 pounds. Coming into what we called, ‘our domain,’ the pivot for us big guys, would not have been very wise for Michael if he was playing during our time.”



“So we would say you know, ‘Michael, as long as you’re doing those fancy things outside of where we are, that’s fine.’ So it wouldn’t have been good for Michael,” Chamberlain continued, “I don’t think. I know he would have been crushed.”



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Ironically, that’s pretty much the same thing people say about LeBron James and the 80s and 90s. Truth be told, we’ll never know for sure, and that’s why there’s no point in comparing different eras.

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Wilt Chamberlain once took a massive shot at Michael Jordan - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a> will face <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Boston Celtics</a> in what will be the Game 6 of the 2023 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba">NBA</a> Conference finals. Here you can find all you need to know about this game, such as when, where, at what time, and how to watch or live stream it online in the United States.



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The Boston Celtics could pull off something truly historic. After starting losing 3-0, many already thought that the Massachusetts team was dead. However, they had a great reaction to win two games in a row and put the series 2-3.



The Miami Heat still have a chance to advance to the NBA Finals by just winning one more game, but they’ve already missed two chances. Never in history has a team come back from 0-3, but at the moment the Celtics are 2-3 and are known to be a strong team, so the Heat shouldn’t be overconfident.



<h2>When will Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat be played?</h2>



The game for the 2023 NBA Playoffs between Boston Celtics and Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida will take place today, May 27 at 8:30 PM (ET).



<h2>Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat: Time by State in the US</h2>



ET: 8:30 PM CT: 7:30 PM MT: 6:30 PM PT: 5:30 PM



<h2>How to watch Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat</h2>



This 2023 NBA Playoffs game between Boston Celtics and Miami Heat can be watched in the United States on <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100543762-15484336" rel="sponsored nofollow">DirecTV Stream (5-day free trial)</a>. Other options: TNT.


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Watch Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat online free in the US today: TV Channel and Live Streaming for Game 6

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Scottie Pippen and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/michael-jordan">Michael Jordan</a> won six championships together with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-bulls">Chicago Bulls</a>. One of the greatest dynasties in NBA history led by legendary head coach Phil Jackson.



Though Michael Jordan was extraordinary since his debut, the arrival of Pippen became a crucial factor to develop a winning team. Prior to that duo, there were no trophies to show for.


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Now, in an incredible turn of events, the relationship between <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/scottie-pippen">Scottie Pippen</a> and Jordan seems to be absolutely broken. That was confirmed in another controversial episode which involved <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">LeBron James</a>. 



<h2>Scottie Pippen destroys Michael Jordan while praising LeBron James</h2>



After LeBron James and the Lakers were eliminated by the Denver Nuggets, Scottie Pippen appeared on social media to talk about LeBron James and his possible status as the greatest player of all time. 


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“LeBron will be the greatest statistical guy that ever played the game of basketball and there’s no comparison to him. None. So, does that make him the greatest player ver to play the game? I’ll leave it up for debating. I don’t believe that there’s a great player because our game was a team game and one player can’t do it.”



Of course, that answer was totally surprising considering he played alongside Michael Jordan. Then, in an incredible statement, Scottie Pippen just took it to another level. 



“I’ve seen Michael Jordan play before I came to play with the Bulls. He was a horrible player. He was horrible to play with. He was all one on one. He’s shooting bad shots and, all of a sudden, we become a team and we start winning. Everybody forgot who he was.”


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As a consequence, Pippen became a trending topic on social media as nobody expected that kind of statement. We’ll see if there’s an answer from Michael Jordan.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers">Los Angeles Lakers</a> have gone way further than predicted, if we consider the position they were in before the trade deadline. But Rob Pelinka made the right adjustments on time to significantly improve the team’s position.



In the end, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Denver Nuggets</a> were too much for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">LeBron James</a> and company, but they still managed to turn the season around. From not even appearing in Play-In spots to making the Conference Finals is a remarkable improvement.



However, the purple and gold are a successful franchise, which is why everything they’ll do from now on will be to try and get back to glory days. According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, they won’t offer D’Angelo Russell the two-year, max extension he’s eligible for.



<h2>Rumor: Lakers won’t offer Russell two-year max extension</h2>



“Russell is eligible to sign a two-year, $67.5 million extension by June 30, which the Lakers will not pursue at the max number, sources familiar with the situation told ESPN,” McMenamin wrote.



… Beyond James’ retirement decision — which could be a nonissue, with a source close to James telling ESPN on Thursday that he believes the Lakers star will indeed be back for season No. 21 and fulfill his contract — the biggest question facing the Lakers this offseason is figuring out what to do at point guard.“



<h2>D’Angelo Russell wants to stay in LA</h2>



Russell may explore his options in the open market, but he already said he would love to continue in LA next season. It’s unclear whether the team plans to move on, but the guard is happy with the Lakers:



“As far as the future goes, I have no idea,” Russell said, via LakersNation. “I think when you put a group out there that knows the game and everybody wants the same goal I think you’ll have some success. But at some point, you’ll see you need that 50 games, you need that training camp, you need that offseason to kind of get over the hump and we didn’t have that. We made it to the Western Conference Finals, so I think the future’s bright. I think Rob Pelinka has some decisions to make, but that’s what his job is not mine. So would love to be here and be able to attend to it and contribute to that so we’ll see.”



Russell has been a key contributor for the Lakers in the second half of the season, playing a pivotal role in their run to the playoffs. However, he couldn’t deliver when the stakes were high, so his future with the team looks up in the air.

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The Denver Nuggets are in the 2023 NBA Finals after eliminating the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers">Los Angeles Lakers</a>. However, according to head coach Michael Malone, they still don’t get the credit deserved.



The Nuggets were the best team in the Western Conference following a 53-29 record. In the playoffs, Denver dominated the Minnesota Timberwolves and then took a care of a supposed superstar team like the Phoenix Suns which included Kevin Durant, Chris Paul and Devin Booker.


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In the Western Conference Finals, the Lakers and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">LeBron James</a> were no match. A 4-0 sweep for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nikola-jokic">Nikola Jokic</a> and company. However, Michael Malone has had enough of the narrative.



<h2>Mike Malone sends epic message to LeBron James and Lakers</h2>



Right now, the Denver Nuggets are resting and preparing to face either the Boston Celtics or the Miami Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals which start next Thursday. Nevertheless, according to Mike Malone, the narrative just doesn’t change. 


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“Well, if anybody is still talking about the Lakers in the NBA Finals, that’s on them. I mean, they’ve gone fishing and we are still playing. The narrative should be on whatever two teams are still alive. Let’s salute and appreciate the greatness of each and everyone of those players on the court.”


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During the entire Western Conference Finals, the Nuggets’ head coach criticized the media for only talking about the Lakers. He’s going at it again. “To get to that point is historical for us. It’s the first time in franchise history that the Denver Nuggets have made the NBA Finals and we’re not satisfied with that. I just hope that the narrative is on the two teams that are representing their conferences. Let’s get all the negativity out of the way.”

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The season ended in a very bad way for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers">Los Angeles Lakers</a>. They reached the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba-playoffs">Western Conference Finals</a> as the N°7 seed in a bit of a surprise, but then they were swept by the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-nuggets">Denver Nuggets</a> in a clear way.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">LeBron James</a> played at a really high level in the playoffs. He even almost averaged a triple double against the Nuggets in Lakers’ big loss, although he did so while playing through a foot injury. Now he will have a decision to make in the offseason.


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The King might need surgery to repair <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/Lakers-dodge-a-massive-bullet-with-LeBron-James-injury-20230303-0005.html">a torn tendon in his right foot</a>, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. This is something that should be determined in the next few weeks, so a potential timeline for James is the next big topic.



<h2>How long will LeBron James be out if he gets surgery?</h2>



James scared every fan in Los Angeles when he got injured during the regular season. It was the game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-mavericks">Dallas Mavericks</a> on February 26 when the King went down. Back then the fear was he was going to be out for the rest of the season, but he missed just 13 games.



LeBron would be out for about two months if he gets surgery to repair the torn tendon in his right foot, per Charania. Despite the great performances he put together to eliminate the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/memphis-grizzlies">Memphis Grizzlies</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/golden-state-warriors-t101550">Golden State Warriors</a>, the injury limited him throughout the postseason. He talked precisely about it after Game 4 against Denver.



“I’m going to get an MRI on it and see how the tendon either healed or not healed and go from there. We’ll see what happens. I knew I could get to the finish line. I knew I had to deal with it and deal with the pain or deal with not being able to be myself before the injury, but there was nothing that made me feel like I couldn’t get to the finish line”, LeBron said in an interview with ESPN.

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Jaylen Brown and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Boston Celtics</a> seemed to be lost in the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals after the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a> won the first three games of the series, including two of them on the road.



However, in an incredible turn of events, the Celtics are still alive after beating the Heat in back-to-back matchups with a combined margin of 30 points. Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart, Derrick White and Brown all scored double digits in Game 5.


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So, the Celtics are really close of becoming the first team in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a> history to return from a 3-0 deficit in the playoffs. Now, Jaylen Brown has put all the pressure on <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jimmy-butler">Jimmy Butler</a> and the Miami Heat with a massive warning.



<h2>Jaylen Brown’s threat for the Miami Heat prior to Game 6</h2>



After Game 5 at home, Jaylen Brown was asked if the Boston Celtics have finally found their rhythm. He not only answered that, but also sent a very interesting threat to the Miami Heat. 


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“They let us get two (victories), so don’t let us get another one. Only thing that can stop us is us. We just gotta come up and play our game and have fun. We had a great team win.”


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The Celtics were spectacular on offense, especially in 3-pointers, but Brown believes the other side of the ball was crucial. “It started on defense. We came with intensity and played good basketball tonight. It looked fine out-there. Tonight we were the tougher playing team and we set the tone from start to finish.”

Jaylen Brown's threat for Jimmy Butler and Miami Heat ahead of Game 6

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Jimmy Butler and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a> had a 3-0 lead in the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals. However, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/boston-celtics">Boston Celtics</a> are back and, thanks to two consecutive victories, there are a lot of doubts surrounding Erik Spoelstra’s team.



The Heat have been spectacular in the playoffs eliminating the top seeded Milwaukee Bucks and then the New York Knicks. It’s important to remember they lost against the Atlanta Hawks in the play-in tournament and almost got knocked out by the Chicago Bulls. The turnaround is just impressive.


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However, after two losses, everyone’s counting out the Miami Heat. To lose a 3-0 advantage would be unprecedented in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba">NBA</a> and, as a consequence, the pressure is on. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jimmy-butler">Jimmy Butler</a> had an answer for the doubters.



<h2>Jimmy Butler guarantees a win in Game 6 against the Celtics</h2>



After Game 5 at Boston, Jimmy Butler was asked about what’s the situation inside the Heat’s locker room following two consecutive losses by a combined margin of 30 points. The superstar calmly sent a massive warning.


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“It’s gonna be all smiles. We’re gonna keep it very consistent knowing that we’re going to win the next game. We just have to close out at home. The last two games are not who we are. It just happened to be that way. We stopped playing defense halfway because we didn’t make shots. We just gotta come out and play harder”.


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Even though reporters questioned how he could be so confident in this situation, Butler never hesitated. “We just gotta player better. Start the game better. Make it more difficult for them. They’re on a rhythm since the beginning of the game, but we’re always going to stay positive knowing that we can and we will win this series.“

Jimmy Butler's warning to Celtics for Game 6

Jimmy Butler's warning to Celtics for Game 6 - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/golden-state-warriors" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Golden State Warriors </a>entered the season as the reigning <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA </a>champions. But even though<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stephen-curry" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Stephen Curry </a>was once again at his best, that just wasn’t enough to get the job done.



The Western Conference is stacked, and the Warriors are no longer the best team in town. They need to assess their roster and start making some tough decisions ahead of next season.



So, now that they’re reportedly considering moving on from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Rumors-3-potential-landing-spots-for-Jordan-Poole-20230510-0026.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jordan Poole</a> and other players, we take a look at three players they should target in free agency and/or the trade market.



<h2>NBA Rumors: 3 Targets For The Warriors</h2>



<h3>3. Justise Winslow</h3>



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Justise Winslow never turned out to be the two-way stud some thought he could be, but the Warriors have found plenty of success by bringing careers back from the ground.



Winslow will be a free agent and struggled to stay healthy with the Portland Trail Blazers. But he could give them another versatile defender and athletic wing at a massive discount, allowing them to trade Jonathan Kuminga for a star.



<h3>2. Dorian Finney-Smith</h3>



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Likewise, the Warriors could turn to the Brooklyn Nets to add another versatile wing defender. They may not want to keep him as they pursue a bigger name or younger players, so he could be a part of a trade package to the Bay area.



Dorian Finney-Smith is one of the most underrated defenders in the league. The Warriors could lose Donte DiVincenzo, who’s got a player option for next season, so he’s a name to keep an eye on.



<h3>1. OG Anunoby</h3>



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Obviously, landing OG Anunoby would be the biggest win the Dubs could even dream of in the offseason. He fits their timeline as a win-now player and could also be their franchise player once their championship core is gone.



Anunoby is one of the best defenders in the league and a high-IQ player who’s slowly turning into an offensive force as well. His athleticism and brains make him a seamless fit for this roster.

NBA Rumors: 3 potential targets for the Golden State Warriors

NBA Rumors: 3 potential targets for the Golden State Warriors - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">LeBr</a><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">o</a><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lebron-james">n James </a>surpassed every single expectation he had when he entered the league in the legendary 2003 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/NBA-Draft-2023-How-good-is-Victor-Wembanyama-Video-20230516-0003.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA Draft</a>. Still, some people expected him to lead the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-lakers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Lakers</a> to another ring in year 20.



Not many 38-year-olds would be able to withstand a 38-minute basketball game, let alone in the NBA. So, why would one expect James to be as good as he was when he was 27?



Still, even James was obviously disappointed for not getting the job done this time. Unfortunately for him, Stephen A. Smith believes this might have been his final shot at that fifth <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nba" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBA</a> championship.



<h2>Stephen A. Smith Says LeBron James Won’t Win Another Championship</h2>



“It’s not about LeBron, it’s about what you can put around him. Rob Pelinka has done a phenomenal job of transforming this roster, but it still ain’t enough and I’m wondering what else they can get,” Smith said. 



“I think it would be a miracle if they got Kyrie Irving,” the pundit continued. “I’ll pencil in LeBron for 25 points a night, but when you look at Anthony Davis. If we can’t rely on him to show up in consecutive games now, are we gonna be able to do that next year?”



“So to me if you’re LeBron who is approaching his 39th birthday — that with Anthony Davis and with how strapped the Los Angeles Lakers are in terms of what assets they have available, how can I definitively sit here when I’m looking at Denver, when I’m looking at Devin Booker and Kevin Durant wondering if they’re gonna get additional assets in Phoenix, how can I look at some of these other teams and go ‘the Lakers can take them?&apos;” Smith concluded.



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Well, all great things eventually come to an end, and it’s not like LeBron has anything left to prove at this point in his career. Still, it’s crazy to think that his reign might finally be over.

Stephen A. Smith has terrible news for LeBron and the Lakers - Bolavip US

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