Mike Breen describes challenges of broadcasting NBA playoff blowout

14 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 2

After the Knicks' 140-89 series-clinching win over Atlanta, with a lead peaking at 61, Breen told ESPN New York such games are the hardest to call nationally.
He said the booth shifted to historical context, the Hawks' season and New York's next matchup, while analysts Tim Legler and Richard Jefferson drew on their own blowout losses.
Breen said lopsided games can open other topics, but Thursday also exposed the still-developing chemistry of ESPN's lead trio in its first season working together consistently.

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