John Wall and the Washington Wizards are about to tip-off against the Boston Celtics. It's Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semi-finals, and many expect it to become a great rivalry. The game will be broadcast live on ABC, starting now.
John Wall will have to put in 110%, as he goes one-on-one against the 3rd best scorer this season, Isaiah Thomas. Thomas is undoubtedly an MVP candidate this year, after an amazing performance all season long. Wall is excited to showcase his talent against another elite point guard.
“It’s always great to go against another great point guard,” Wall said. “I just went against another good one, a young player in Dennis Schroder that’s proving himself in this league and trying to get better. The first time ever having the keys to the team, he did a great job running that group.
Now you got a different matchup in Isaiah, who’s the head of their snake, one of the best scorers in this league.”
Wall's teammate and backup point guard, Brandon Jennings, thinks this is
John's biggest opportunity he's had so far.
“It’s definitely exciting,” Wizards backup point guard Brandon Jennings said. “John’s come into his own. I just feel like this series right here is going to put him to where people are going to want to pay attention to him and know who John Wall is. I think this is his opportunity right here to show the world. Because Thomas, you know, he’s like an MVP candidate. And John wants to be an MVP candidate, too. Isaiah averaged 30, he had a great year, their team is No. 1 in the East, so yeah. It’s an opportunity.”
This is definitely a must-see matchup for every basketball fan. We may be a little biased, but here's hoping Wall puts on a great performance during this series, and solidifies himself as an elite point guard in the NBA.
For more on today's game and the Eastern Conference semi-finals, follow this link to the
Washington Post.
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