As a fan of English football, I've seen a couple of miracles this week so it would be greedy to expect more.
For better or worse, we expect greatness and miracles out of Dame. I see no reason to have tempered, reasonable, or rational expectations for this team. Therefore ... get greedy.
Me, when something is an if, i prefer to go with the cup is half full road. Its half in thier head. They need to get the confidence back. And im not talking Dame. Im talking role players. Aminu. Hark. Etc. ...whoa. I almost said et. we know that wont happen. Lol. Anyhow i think it is just as important, the things said and the demeanor of the team in the locker room as much as anything else. They have to believe they can do things. Make the shots. Their inconsistency comes from self doubt, in my opinion. They have proven they can play lockdown defense, even with Kanter, who has improved considerably considering his history, making leonard look like an all defensive team player. I think the demeanor of our team going into tip off and the first few minutes, will dictate how the game is going to end.
For what more could you ask? One game for the series. Pepsi is a tough place to play, but I think our team has the character to withstand the pressure. At this point, it's who wants it more. I have no doubt the refs will give Jokic and Dame all kinds of breaks, so both sides will have plenty to complain about. Really, I think our two stars will cancel out their two. After that, it's about who steps up? Go Blazers!
