You could argue that the Sixers are so young that they don’t even realize how big the moment will be. Therefore, the pressure is mitigated.
Either he's not feeling any playoff pressure.
Or
He's so nervous he forgot to get dressed.
It's possible...but that's not typically what happens.
Agreed. I’ve got no clue what to expect out of the 76ers. Just enjoying the ride. It’s been a good season.
There it is. The Cavs are kryptonite to the Raptors and the Sixers are too young. They will fold under pressure.
I think it is a combination of a couple things:
All the intrigue and uncertainty of this year's first round matchups, and the ascension of young superstars like Anthony Davis, Giannis and Lillard. I can't find a single first round series that doesn't have a reason to watch. Can't remember that ever being the case.
2 years ago, it was 100%. Last year it was 95%. This year it is more like 55%.
Would you rather be Miami who went down by 27 on the ROAD or Cleveland who went down by 18 AT home?
100% is WAY too high for 2016.
100% is WAY too high for 2016. 95% is too high for last year. Imo, 55% is too low for this year.
This is the way it works with LeBron though. "This is the year it isn't a Lock! There are some real challengers!! This is gonna be tough for LeBron!!"
Until LeBron gets to the Finals and the narrative swaps. Suddenly. "It was obvious the whole time. All those eastern teams are pretenders. There was never a doubt in anyone's mind".
I guarantee if the Cavs make the Finals this year, the narrative will flip right back.
Would you rather be Miami who went down by 27 on the ROAD or Cleveland who went down by 18 AT home?