The Rush: Steph Curry’s historic night is foiled by Celtics who steal Game 1

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WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE to see today’s piping-hot, fresh-outta-the-oven episode of THE RUSH with Jared Quay! We’ll let you know everything you didn’t know you needed to know about sports. Other stuff too. But mostly sports.

It’s Friday, June 3, 2022, and here’s what Jared’s cookin’ up:

  • Steph Curry makes history and the Celtics make a massive comeback to shock Golden State in Game 1 of the NBA Finals

  • LeBron James becomes the first billionaire active player in NBA history

  • Coco Gauff is trying to make history of her own, showing poise, strength and maturity en route to the French Open championship match

THE RUSH will be back on Monday. Until then, stay safe and don’t forget to check out our previous episodes here.

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