The recent tilt between the Boston Celtics and the Chicago Bulls in the NBA’s new in-season tournament group play stage has sparked controversy and raised questions about sportsmanship in the NBA. The Celtics secured a decisive victory, running up the score to as much as a 35-point lead in the game’s fourth quarter.
This aggressive play, including keeping their starters on the court even with a commanding lead, and playing intense defense until the game’s final buzzer, has led to mixed reactions, with Bulls’ coach Billy Donovan expressing dissatisfaction with how things played out for Chicago.
The reactions from both teams showed a mix of dissatisfaction and understanding, with players like DeMar DeRozan expressing displeasure at the tactic.
The hosts of the CLNS Media “Garden Report” podcast weighed in on the reactions to the tourney on a recent pod — check out their thoughts in the clip above!
Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ
