Bill Simmons on Improbable Celtics, 'Cobra Kai,' and Bank Robbery Movies
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- 💡 The Celtics are discussed as an improbable team to reach the NBA Finals, having achieved this with two of their best three players injured.
- 🎯 Al Horford is highlighted as a crucial player, potentially the MVP of the playoffs due to his versatility and impact across multiple series.
- 🔑 Horford's ability to guard top centers like Joel Embiid and create mismatches is emphasized as a key factor in the Celtics' success.
- 🚀 The discussion touches on the rarity of teams reaching the Finals without first or second-team All-NBA players, with Horford being a potential exception this year.
Most Improbable NBA Finals Teams
- 🏆 The 1976 Phoenix Suns are cited as a historically improbable Finals team, having beaten the Warriors in seven games.
- 🌟 Other surprising Finals teams mentioned include the 1978 Sonics, the 1995 Rockets, the 1999 Knicks, the 2007 Cavaliers, and the 2009 Magic.
- 📊 The criteria for
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