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What word encapsulates the state of the Celtics, Pacers, Mavs and Wolves as they take part in the conference finals?
The coach went 170-159 in four seasons in Cleveland and led the team to 50 wins each of the past 2 seasons.
Kyrie Irving discusses his big 1st half, matching up with Anthony Edwards and the importance of winning Game 1.
The Mavs had a 62-38 advantage in points in the paint in Game 1. That has to change in Game 2 or the Wolves are in trouble.
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