The 2021-22 NBA playoffs continued, and the Suns, who were playing in the Western Conference semifinals, failed to seize the opportunity and were pulled two games in a row by the Lone Rangers after taking a 2-0 lead. Now, the two sides are 2-2 and are back on the same starting line again. According to the schedule, the G5 series between the two sides will be played at home to the Suns, and whether the Suns can defend the home field will also become the biggest attraction!
From 2-0 to 2-2! The Suns were pushed to the edge of the cliff and lost another set to lose the match point, which is certainly not the result the Suns want to see. If the Suns lose the Battle of Tennosan, it will be difficult to advance to the Western Conference Finals. However, many fans are still beginning to fantasize about the team that will advance to the finals. As we all know, Paul and Harden were teammates, and Harden helped the Philadelphia 76ers win back 2 innings and continue towards the goal of championship, but can Paul and Harden still meet in the finals?
According to the schedule, if the Suns and the 76ers want to advance to the finals, the two sides will first advance to the divisional finals. On the Suns' side, the Lone Ranger needs to be eliminated to advance to the Western Conference Finals, and the opponent will be the winner between the Warriors and the Grizzlies. The 76ers, on the other hand, need to eliminate the Heat to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals, and then the opponent is the winner between the Bucks and Celtics. Judging from the current situation, the 76ers are more difficult to rush the crown. After all, the bucks and Celtics have always had a high probability of winning the championship, and it is really difficult for the 76ers to cross this hurdle.
However, before the series is over, the Suns and the 76ers still have a chance. This season, the Suns have finished first in the league. Even in Booker's absence, the Suns can still play a dominant force. Paul's form is still worth affirming, but in the last 2 Western Conference semifinals, Paul has not helped the Suns win the match point, which also makes the series more suspenseful. If Paul wants to realize his dream, he must win the series G5 and regain the initiative in the series.
The same is true for Harden, with the 76ers also 2-2 with the Heat. However, the Eastern Conference semifinals G5 will be played at home to the Heat, which is not good for the 76ers. Embiid played with an injury, which greatly improved the morale of the team, and Harden also benefited from it, and G4 played a wonderful performance to justify himself. So far in his career, Harden has not won an NBA championship, and this season is indeed an opportunity for Harden, depending on whether Harden can seize it.
Of course, if the Finals can see Harden vs Paul, then it will definitely be very exciting. This means that Harden and Paul will definitely have 1 person win the championship, and look forward to seeing these 2 stars at the top!