LeBron to Frye: 'We've got work to do'
Notes from Cavaliers shootaround on Wednesday, June 8 before Game 3.
Cavs are fired up to be back home
LeBron James and Channing Frye were both asked about what the atmosphere will be like at Quicken Loans Arena.
LeBron has some fun with a question about Game 3 atmosphere at Q. Says it'll be great. #Cavs#Warriors#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/z8rQwiUg6Q
— Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
Frye said, "It's gonna be cracking tonight" and got his answer in before LeBron cut his media appearance short because there was "work to do."
"It's gonna be crackin tonight. I'mma tell you that." Frye on Q, then LeBron gets irritated again. #Cavs#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/0fG1Zet4Rl — Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
"Come on man, we've got work to do!" LeBron interrupts Channing Frye as he's answering questions. #Cavs#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/wwdpvNsrrY — Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
How do you get JR Smith going again?
Despite the great job Golden State's done in taking him out of the game, LeBron says the Cavs have to do a better job of getting Smith involved.
How does LeBron think #Cavs can get JR Smith going on offense again? #Warriors#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/RQZG6wJxhn
— Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
LeBron was also asked whose responsibility it is to get the rest of his teammates engaged and back into a rhythm on offense.
LeBron on whose responsibility it is to get his #Cavs teammates back into a rhythm. #Warriors#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/mWtRBLmGHc — Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
I followed that up with a question about getting away from the overanxiousness.
Asked LeBron about #Cavs getting their offensive fluidity back. His answer was brief, but confident. #NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/8f3Y5Ry3rn
— Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
Frye: No hard feelings for lack of playing time
Channing Frye says he'll give it his all not matter how much he plays, doesn't blame Lue. #Cavs#Warriors#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/Z90jYATnTI — Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
"It's not a pity party." Frye on his lack of minutes, says he needs to take advantage when playing. #Cavs#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/nbcn60STGZ
— Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
"We haven't played us," said Frye regarding the lack of energy in Oakland.
"We haven't played us." Frye says #Cavs are same team, just haven't brought same intensity vs. #Warriors#NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/s1NHwnxHC3 — Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
With the sharpshooting Warriors, it's a difficult task to get out and guard the perimeter--but Frye says the Cavs can do it.
How does Channing Frye think #Cavs can improve their close outs on outside vs. #Warriors? #NBAFinalspic.twitter.com/8K3PylLTn4
— Spencer Davies (@SpinDavies) June 8, 2016
Other notes:
- Kevin Love has been ruled out by the team for Game 3 as he's still dealing with a concussion.
- Richard Jefferson practiced in a red jersey Wednesday morning, which is usually what starters wear on game days. Frye wasn't wearing a jersey at all.
