Stephen A. Smith criticized Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson for claiming his team was “analytically winning” despite being down 0-3 in the Eastern Conference finals against the Knicks. During ESPN’s “First Take,” Smith suggested Atkinson could face dismissal if the Cavaliers are swept in Game 4. He deemed Atkinson’s comments egregious, emphasizing the importance of results over analytics in crucial playoff moments. The Knicks aim for a series sweep after a strong playoff performance, while Atkinson’s future hangs in the balance.
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