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ABC Accidentally Shows Eastern Conference Finals Promo For Cavaliers-Knicks

ABC Accidentally Shows Eastern Conference Finals Promo For Cavaliers-Knicks

Summary

ABC accidentally aired a promo for the NBA Eastern Conference Finals showing the Cleveland Cavaliers playing the New York Knicks before the Cavaliers had won their Game 7 to advance. The promo created confusion and reactions on social media since the Cavaliers still had to defeat the Detroit Pistons to move on.

Key Facts

  • ABC released a promotional ad showing the Cavaliers vs. Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.
  • The promo aired before the Cavaliers had won their deciding Game 7 against the Detroit Pistons.
  • The Cavaliers lost Game 6 at home but forced the Game 7 with an overtime win in Game 5.
  • The Knicks had already swept the Philadelphia 76ers and were waiting for their next opponent.
  • Social media users noticed and reacted to the early promo, calling it a mistake.
  • Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham led his team with 21 points in a Game 6 win.
  • The promo showed a game time of Sunday, May 17 at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • The Cavaliers are considered underdogs but have previously won important elimination games this playoff season.
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