The Ultimate NBA Playoff Game Analysis

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The Ultimate NBA Playoff Experience “They need a three to tie, Lowry half court heave a prayer at the buzzer, oh Kyle Lowry he hits and we are going to overtime in Toronto (Eastern).” This is what Kevin Harlen, a NBA commentator, said during the game as Kyle Lowry hit a buzzer beater to go into overtime in the playoffs. The NBA playoffs are a huge attraction in the United States, Canada, and even countries overseas to many people. Basketball can be one of the most exciting sporting events in the world. The fans in basketball are always into the action because there is always so much going on like crazy buzzer shots to win the game that makes fans go crazy. There are 30 teams in the NBA and a lot of people would say that the Toronto Raptors …show more content…
Kyle Lowry and Demar DeRozan are best friends on and off the court. Because of their great friendship on and off the court along with their sportsmanship, Lowry and DeRozan are considered to be great role models. In The Achievement Habit Roth says, “When we are young, we learn from those around us (Roth).” Kids always grow up watching professional athletes so it is extremely important to be a good role model for the kids and Lowry and DeRozan show that. Kyle Lowry had a bad game in the playoffs and stayed after in the gym until one in the morning working on his shot because he felt he did not play the way he should have. This is a perfect example of how Lowry is a role model because this teaches people to work hard and put effort in something they want to achieve. Although some say that Klay Thompson and Steph Curry are the best guard duo in the NBA right now, others would argue that Kyle Lowry and Demar DeRozan are the best duo in the league. According to slate.com Lowry and DeRozan average a combined 49 points per game. This dynamic duo draws people from all over the world just to watch them play

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