Scal and BB smarter then Pop
I think the initial line was made based on the assumption that Kawhi was questionable (i.e. having 50% chance of playing). If he were in, the line would likely go down by 1~1.5 points.
I think the initial line was made based on the assumption that Kawhi was questionable (i.e. having 50% chance of playing). If he were in, the line would likely go down by 1~1.5 points.
Everyone knows that even with a fully healthy Kawhi the Spurs' current chance to win the series is probably less than 15% (that's already a very generous estimate). With a 50% Kawhi the chance is much less. Hence there is little reason to risk the career of a franchise player for less than 10% chance of winning the series.
However, I would not say that sitting Kawhi is suggesting other players to give up. The Spurs had been playing games without Kawhi in the regular season and the playoffs. I personally think they will still try their best to win, although they may not be able to.
Everyone knows that even with a fully healthy Kawhi the Spurs' current chance to win the series is probably less than 15% (that's already a very generous estimate). With a 50% Kawhi the chance is much less. Hence there is little reason to risk the career of a franchise player for less than 10% chance of winning the series.
However, I would not say that sitting Kawhi is suggesting other players to give up. The Spurs had been playing games without Kawhi in the regular season and the playoffs. I personally think they will still try their best to win, although they may not be able to.
The initial line after Kawhi was confirmed to be out was around 8. The extra point was likely driven by GSW money.
The initial line after Kawhi was confirmed to be out was around 8. The extra point was likely driven by GSW money.
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