Paul Pierce Downplays Madison Square Garden as 'Not Intimidating'
Summary
The New York Knicks will play their first home game in the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden (MSG) since 1999, holding a 2-0 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs. Former player Paul Pierce said MSG is not as intimidating as some other arenas, suggesting the Spurs could still come back in the series.Key Facts
- The Knicks have not played an NBA Finals home game at MSG since 1999.
- The Knicks currently lead the series against the Spurs 2-0.
- The Knicks are trying to win their first NBA title since 1973.
- Paul Pierce is a former Boston Celtics player.
- Pierce said MSG lacks the intimidating history that other arenas, like Boston Garden, have.
- MSG is known for its celebrities and loud atmosphere, but Pierce feels great players are comfortable there.
- Pierce believes the Spurs have a chance to win because MSG is "not a big history" arena.
- Game 3 of the NBA Finals will be held at MSG on Monday at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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