Sam Hauser and the Boston Celtics have experienced an incredible journey during the NBA Finals. After overcoming mental challenges and executing perfect defense against the Dallas Mavericks, the Celtics are just one victory away from winning their 18th championship.
A recent tweet by ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) offers a glimpse into the mindset of Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser as they face a pivotal Game 5 matchup against the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals:
“It would be awesome to get it done, it would be great. If we do lose, it’s not like it’s the end of the world. We’d still be up 3-2.” – Sam Hauser on the Celtics winning Game 5 against the Mavs “
"It would be awesome to get it done, it would be great. If we do lose, it's not like it's the end of the world. We'd still be up 3-2."
Sam Hauser on the Celtics winning Game 5 against the Mavs 👀
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— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) June 16, 2024
Hauser’s comments highlight a balanced approach – acknowledging the significance of winning Game 5 while maintaining perspective on the overall series lead.
The Viral Moment
In Game 5 against the Mavericks, Luka Doncic’s trash talk caught everyone’s attention. However, it wasn’t directed at Snoop Dogg, as some believed. Instead, it was a fearless line aimed at a heckler in the crowd: “Who’s crying now, motherf*cker!”
Joe Mazzulla’s Impact
Joe Mazzulla, the Celtics’ mastermind, knows how to keep his players on their toes. His fatal quote resonated with Sam Hauser and the entire team: “There are no fouls in wars. You either die or you don’t.” These words fueled Hauser’s defensive clampdown on Kyrie Irving and his sharpshooting prowess.
Sam Hauser’s Record-Breaking Performance
Sam Hauser, the Celtics’ sharpshooter, made history by setting a franchise 3-point record. In a win over the Chicago Bulls, Hauser drilled an impressive 7 of 8 shots from beyond the arc, finishing with 23 points. His ability to stretch the floor and provide scoring off the bench has been invaluable throughout the playoffs.
The Unproductive Game 3
Mazzulla’s influence extended beyond Hauser. In Game 3, no Celtics player scored less than seven points. Their collective performance stood in stark contrast to the Mavericks, where four players churned out just six points or less.
Derrick White’s Favorite Quote
Derrick White, another Celtics player, shared his favorite Mazzulla quote: “When he won Coach of the Month and I was like, ‘Hey, congratulations.’ And he just looked at me and said, ‘Nobody cares.’ Something like that.” Mazzulla’s nonchalant attitude keeps the team grounded.
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