I woke up feeling very sad Saturday morning after Game 2, but after last night, I woke up this morning just casual. It's obvious they quit. And frankly, I'm souring on a lot of these guys. I'd still prefer to keep the Jays, White, Horford (as a role player beginning next season), but everyone else can be on the table for anything, especially Smart. And if Jaylen truly wants out, then whatever, you can trade him.
We simply can't roll with this same roster next season. And hate to say it, but this is not a mentally tough team. They act tough, and act like they've won it before, but they haven't and the moment they get punched in the mouth, they fold. Same thing happened in last year's Finals.
I'm not expecting Tatum to put up 50 every game, but he certainly can't be having these duds every other game, or poor starts like he did for most of the Sixers series. Look at what Jokic, Butler, etc. are doing these playoffs for example. It's not just about the stats, but consistency.