Toronto Raptors striker Pascal Siakam. (John E. Sokolowsky-USA Today Sports)
Raptors forward Pascal Siakam made the most of a penalty during Game 4 of Toronto’s playoff series against the 76ers.
The Raptors took a much-needed win in Game 4 against 76, and stuck to it to avoid a sweep on Saturday.
They did so thanks to 34 points from Pascal Siakam, who also came in with eight rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks.
While it was an impressive performance of power forward, it also came with an embarrassing moment.
This fluctuation of Pascal Siakam was ridiculously ridiculous
Tobias Harris squeezed Sikkam’s chest, but the way the defender responded, as if he had been hit in the throat, was amazing.
Immediately, people on Twitter noticed the embarrassing volatility.
Flipping is an unfortunate reality in the NBA. It happens and referees are empowered to punish players for it. But sometimes at real speed, they miss it. They also miss dozens of calls in other situations, so it’s rare that a single flop really affects the game in a meaningful way.
So it’s not the end of the world. It’s mostly a funny moment that deserves a GIF and referenced for laughter or sarcasm.
The Raptors and 76ers will return to Philadelphia for Game Five on Monday. Siakam and his buddies will attempt to extend the streak with a road victory while the 76ers will focus on getting past it.
We’ll see if the flop comes again.
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