The 2023 NBA Finals are underway, and the Denver Nuggets clinched a great 104-93 win over the Miami Heat in Game 1.
The Heat were completely outplayed by the Nikola Jokic-led team. Jimmy Butler struggled in the game, as he had 13 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists his name. During the postgame conference, Butler talked about how he still trusts his teammates despite a brutal defeat in the opening game of the series.
“I think I’ve done well in that area,” Butler said. “I’m always gonna pass the ball to my teammates. I have so much belief and faith in them that they’re going to take and make shots, and If they can’t, then they are gonna make the next play. That’s how we played all year long, that’s not gonna change now that we’re in the Finals.”
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Jimmy Butler is the leader of the 2023 Miami Heat team. Sure, there have been times when Butler has been a one-man show, but he has shown trust in his teammates throughout the postseason.
In Game 1 of the NBA Finals, Bam Adebayo took charge of the team with 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 assists to his name. Butler came up short and took complete responsibility for the defeat. The 33-year-old has vowed to be more aggressive and attack the rim for the rest of the series.
Can The Miami Heat Make A Comeback In The 2023 NBA Finals?
The Miami Heat reached the 2023 NBA Finals after defeating the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks, red-hot New York Knicks, and second-seeded Boston Celtics. But they were completely outplayed by Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in Game 1.
The Nuggets cruised past the Western Conference and are the clear favorites to win the series. They handled the Heat without breaking a sweat. Evidently, the players are soaring high with confidence.
Is the series over? Certainly not. The Nuggets currently have a 1-0 lead, but they shouldn’t make the mistake of underestimating the Heat. Game 2 of the series will be played on June 04 at Ball Arena.
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