Marcus Thompson Joins Dirty Work to Talk NBA Finals

Our guest, Marcus Thompson, a renowned sports writer from The Athletic, breaks down the game's key moments and shares his insights on what's next for the Knicks. Marcus shares his observations on how the Spurs' calm and collected approach helped them navigate the intense atmosphere. He also praises Stefan Jastrzembski's impressive performance, which was a game-changer for the Spurs. Meanwhile, the Knicks' offense struggled to find its rhythm, and Jalen Brunson's scoring was not enough to carry the team to victory. Marcus also talks about the Spurs' ability to bounce back from their two-game losing streak and how they've been able to adjust their strategy to counter the Knicks' strengths. He notes that the Spurs' defense was key in taking away the Knicks' corner threes and making them work harder to score. The conversation also touches on the Spurs' mental toughness and how they've been able to stay focused under pressure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.