‘We are the better team’: James Harden does not hold back on Knicks
James Harden expressed his belief that the Cleveland Cavaliers were the better team despite being swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. He acknowledged the Knicks' dominance in the series but felt that circumstances affected the Cavaliers' performance. Donovan Mitchell echoed Harden's sentiments, admitting that the team did not perform to their potential.
- ▪The New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers 4-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals.
- ▪James Harden stated he believes the Cavaliers are the better team despite the series outcome.
- ▪Donovan Mitchell admitted the Cavaliers did not give themselves a chance to win.
- ▪Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert criticized the team's performance and stated they are not ready to compete for an NBA Championship.
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