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CJ McCollum: Block vs. Nuggets 'Mini Version' of LeBron's Famous Chasedown Swat

Scott PolacekMay 12, 2019

LeBron James has a litany of memorable highlights, but one defensive play in particular stands out—his block of Andre Iguodala in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals when he led his Cleveland Cavaliers to a dramatic title over the Golden State Warriors.

Now Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum has his own version of that play.

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McCollum spearheaded the Trail Blazers during a 100-96 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Sunday's Game 7 with 37 points, nine rebounds and one head-turning block of Jamal Murray. With Portland nursing a four-point lead and less than five minutes remaining, McCollum blocked Murray and kept momentum on his team's side.

He compared it to the King's famous play:

McCollum also hit a number of clutch shots in the final minutes and now has a chance to do exactly what James did—beat the powerhouse Warriors.

The Blazers face Golden State in the Western Conference Finals after their dramatic win over the Nuggets and will need McCollum and Damian Lillard to play their best to have a chance at beating the defending two-time champions.