Friday, June 2, 2023

Heat must solve Jokic-Murray one-two punch to have shot in NBA Finals

The Heat can allow one of those Nuggets players to have a breakout performance but not both − at least if they want a chance at winning the NBA title.

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Fri Jun 2 2023

 
Nikola Jokic controls the ball while defended by Jimmy Butler during the second quarter in Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals.

The Heat can allow one of those Nuggets players to have a breakout performance but not both − at least if they want a chance at winning the NBA title.

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