Will we ever see a 3-0 comeback in the NBA playoffs?

[sp6r=underrated]

In 2003 the Blazers came back from 3-0 against the Mavs to tie it at 3-3, but the Mavs won Game 7. Blazers were even up 2 at the end of the 3rd, but the Mavs outscored them by 14 in the 4th and won going away.

I think that's the closest we've seen.

I still remember that vividly. The relief I felt after that fourth quarter was immense. It felt like Bonzi Wells was killing us in that series

That is one of the great forgotten playoff series.

Blazers had lost 10 straight playoff games before rolling off Games 4-6
Mavs had fully taken the leap to legit contenders.
And a very stressful 3 quarters before the 4th Q comeback/collapse

[falcolombardi]

In 2003 the Blazers came back from 3-0 against the Mavs to tie it at 3-3, but the Mavs won Game 7. Blazers were even up 2 at the end of the 3rd, but the Mavs outscored them by 14 in the 4th and won going away.

I think that's the closest we've seen.

I still remember that vividly. The relief I felt after that fourth quarter was immense. It felt like Bonzi Wells was killing us in that series

That is one of the great forgotten playoff series.

Blazers had lost 10 straight playoff games before rolling off Games 4-6
Mavs had fully taken the leap to legit contenders.
And a very stressful 3 quarters before the 4th Q comeback/collapse

dirk reputation between that and 2007 would have been in the gutter, even 2011 may not fully have changed it

[bradybunch]

If the NBA feels ratings slip and revenue not at tip top shape, then of course.

The NBA will decide that.

[gbball]

Raptors would be coming back from down 0-3 if not for FVV’s hip strain.

Actually, I think if Fred is out, it helps the Raptors. He's been hobbled since before the all-star game and he hurts us on defense...also hasn't been as accurate from the field.

I think no Fred is better than hobbled Fred.

If the Raps somehow win game 5, I can't see the series not going at least to 7 games.

As people have mentioned, the 3 point prevalence makes Basketball a bit more like Baseball and Hockey where even if a team is playing well if their 3s don't drop, they're likely to lose.

So far this series...
-Philly has outperformed from 3
-Raps have underperformed from 3
-Fred's play has hurt us...if he's out, advantage Raptors, if he plays hobbled, advantage Philly.
-Trent was sick and basically a no-show games 1&2...but has been trending upwards since game 3.
-Philly has no answer for Siakam, and Siakam finally started asserting himself in game 4.
-Barnes was out 2 games, but just came back game 4.
-Raps, from the coach on down believe they can win this series
-Embiiid's thumb is banged up and he's clearly bothered by it.
-Philly has a history of choking and the pressure on them will only grow the longer this goes.
-Raps have already cut it to 3-1 and it's now a conversation because of Doc's history...if they don't finish things off game 5...we'll be back in Toronto with the series at 3-2...Toronto's belief growing and all kinds of pressure on Philly to get the job done. Toronto would have to be favored in this game.
-If they get there, game 7 would be a toss-up, but Raps would have all the momentum and Philly would have all the pressure with a potentially hostile home crowd

With Boston/Nets
-Nets were super close in game 1.
-Nets big 2 have underperformed
-Simmons coming back will be an x-factor

In that series, I don't see as clear of a path for a comeback, but you can't count Kyrie and KD out until they're officially eliminated.

Imagine the narrative if Simmons helps lead his team to a 0-3 comeback while Harden's team loses after being up 3-0.

Super unlikely to happen with either series but I can absolutely see the path. Moreso for the Raptors than the Nets though.

[Duke4life831]

You think this man is going to retire without putting that on his resume?


But in all seriousness, Im not saying its going to happen to Doc this series. But ya if I were to put money on the coach I think it happens to, it would be Doc.

[warriorschamps]

Maybe, one day. Will be super had though. If you are down 0-3 it means you are the inferior team to begin with. Then to think an inferior team is going to win four straight against a better team who most likely would have home court advantage in a game 7.

But if it does happen one day it will be a one off, flukish type thing and not something to expect again anytime soon.

[kg01]

You think this man is going to retire without putting that on his resume?


But in all seriousness, Im not saying its going to happen to Doc this series. But ya if I were to put money on the coach I think it happens to, it would be Doc.

This is just proof that you're my burner account 'cause I was about to post the exact same thang. Down to the gif and everything.

Wait, does this mean I'm your burner?

[bearadonisdna]

My 1st instincts is that refs would not allow it

[Duke4life831]

You think this man is going to retire without putting that on his resume?


But in all seriousness, Im not saying its going to happen to Doc this series. But ya if I were to put money on the coach I think it happens to, it would be Doc.

This is just proof that you're my burner account 'cause I was about to post the exact same thang. Down to the gif and everything.

Wait, does this mean I'm your burner?

I was going to say, I think my seniority and overall post count would mean you are my burner...

[Profound23]

Unless some economic shift happens that completely shuts down sporting events, making them irrelevant......yes

[Wolfgang630]

Yes. All it takes is big injuries to the team up 3-0

[Message Boar]

Yes, but most likely a big injury will somehow be involved.

[kg01]

You think this man is going to retire without putting that on his resume?


But in all seriousness, Im not saying its going to happen to Doc this series. But ya if I were to put money on the coach I think it happens to, it would be Doc.

This is just proof that you're my burner account 'cause I was about to post the exact same thang. Down to the gif and everything.

Wait, does this mean I'm your burner?

I was going to say, I think my seniority and overall post count would mean you are my burner...

... exactly what a burner would say.

[Duke4life831]

This is just proof that you're my burner account 'cause I was about to post the exact same thang. Down to the gif and everything.

Wait, does this mean I'm your burner?

I was going to say, I think my seniority and overall post count would mean you are my burner...

... exactly what a burner would say.

I think we have found ourselves in the Inception of burner accounts...

[picc]

I’m just here for the Doc slander. Let it rain. Lets go Raps.

[seanbig]

Raptors would be coming back from down 0-3 if not for FVV’s hip strain.

absolutely Not

FVV has been a dumpster fire, back in 2019 he was unplayable vs the sixers and he has been downright
horrible with a bum knee on defense and just trash shooting from three

hes' just too small and him being off the court is a blessing in disguise

[Cubbies2120]

I’m just here for the Doc slander. Let it rain. Lets go Raps.

Embiid's too good to let that happen...and I fear we wouldn't see eyeatoma or Hussein around these parts til next season...

[d00lttle]

[PlatinumState]

Yes, we'll get to see it this friday

[Homer38]

Best coach in the league!