Chris Paul and co. had a lot of fun in Game 2 of the 2021 NBA Finals. The Phoenix Suns took a commanding 2-0 lead in front of the Milwaukee Bucks after nailing 20 three-pointers.
We already knew it would be one of those nights after they finished the first half with 8 triples. After that, Devin Booker took over, leading his squad to a big win. Their 20 three-pointers made them only one of three teams to make 20+ 3s in a single Finals game, joining the 2017 Cleveland Cavaliers and 2019 Golden State Warriors.
Teams to make 20+ threes in a Finals game:
2017 Cavs
2019 Warriors
2021 Suns
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— StatMuse (@statmuse) July 9, 2021
After the game was over, Chris Paul found out about all these details, looking very proud of his team. When somebody asked him if he’s used to being part of a team that attempts so many 3-pointers, he hilariously recalled his time with the Houston Rockets.
Reporter: “You guys hit 20 threes tonight which is actually tied for 2nd most in Finals history. Have you gotten used to how normal it seems for a team to hit 20 threes in a game?”
Chris Paul: “I played in Houston. We shot a lot of 3s.”
The Suns made 20 3s tonight. It didn't feel as abnormal as it probably should've. Chris Paul: "I played in Houston" pic.twitter.com/VO06pZ31dX
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) July 9, 2021
Back in his Houston days, that was a normal thing for CP3. James Harden always looked for that shot and having guys like Eric Gordon also helped Mike D’Antoni’s team.
He’s in a similar position right now, with the Suns having shooters and moving the ball the way it should be moved, creating shots for everybody. They are a well-rounded team that doesn’t hesitate to take these shots. That makes them very dangerous, and the Bucks are suffering that.
