Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith disagreed over Celtics’ strategy

Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith had a spirited debate regarding the Boston Celtics’ strategy during their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Barkley questioned the Celtics’ approach, feeling that they should have closed out the game earlier, especially considering their lead. Smith, on the other hand, disagreed, arguing that the Celtics’ dominance was a clear sign that their strategy was working, with their starters showing they were in championship form. Their disagreement reflected differing views on managing leads and handling pressure in high-stakes games.