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Porzingis Is Hurt Again. Plus, J. Kyle Mann on Game 3 Adjustments.

Brian also talks about Jaylen Brown’s defense, Jayson Tatum’s shooting efficiency, and more

By Brian Barrett and J. Kyle Mann
2024 NBA Finals - Game Two Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images


Brian discusses the latest injury news surrounding Kristaps Porzingis and his injured ankle, and how the Celtics will fill his shoes if he can’t go in Game 3 (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s J. Kyle Mann about the NBA Finals, adjustments the Mavericks need to make as the series shifts to Dallas, Jayson Tatum’s shooting efficiency and his play overall, Jaylen Brown’s tight defense, and more (13:15). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on Porzingis’s injury, and Finals media day on Tuesday (58:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett
Guest: J. Kyle Mann
Producer: Jamie McClellan
Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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