Washington Wizards: 5 Crucial Players To Force Game 7

By Josh Wilson | May 15, 2015

May 13, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Washington Wizards head coach Randy Wittman (center) talks with guard John Wall (2) and forward Paul Pierce (34) in the fourth quarter of their game against the Atlanta Hawks in game five of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 82-81. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

3 of 6

May 13, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) reacts to a play against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half in game five of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Wizards 82-81. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

Paul Pierce

Although Paul Pierce hit a huge shot that looked like it sealed the win for the Wizards in Game 5, they ended up losing due to a put-back effort on the other end of the floor from Al Horford. Although Pierce was a key component of Game 5, he only scored 11 points. We’ve seen him and gotten used to him scoring closer to 15 this year in the playoffs.

In Game 3 he hit a huge game-winner from the elbow, exclaiming to ESPN’s Chris Broussard, “I called game.”

It’s no secret that Pierce is a huge part of the Wizards’ wins.

It’s going to be important for Pierce to score and shoot accurately. I would also like to see Pierce get more active on the defensive side of the floor, as he’s only had one game with a block in the entire Hawks series.

Next: Porter

Home/Washington Wizards