Derek Fisher’s Heroics Conjure Up Memories of the Legendary Dennis Johnson
Derek Fisher had struggled through the first three games and three quarters of the 2009 NBA Finals. Missing his first five three point attempt of the pivotal game four, Fisher typically didn't hesitate to launch his sixth and seventh attempts during the most crucial points of the game.
In typical Fisher style, both bombs swished through the net and broke the back of the Orlando Magic.
Watching Derek Fisher's clutch performance last night brought back memories of another veteran point guard from a generation earlier.
Dennis Johnson of the Seattle Supersonics, Phoenix Suns, and Boston Celtics is remembered as one of the most clutch players of all time.
Though Johnson is a five-time All-Star, he was only selected to the All-Star game once (1985) in...
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