Dyson Daniels on CJ McCollum leadership: 'was what we were lacking'

In this episode of Dukes & Bell, Dyson Daniels joins the show ahead of Game 3 between the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks, reflecting on the team's playoff journey and his role as a physical, defensive enforcer. Daniels discusses the importance of leadership, particularly highlighting CJ McCollum’s impact in providing stability and experience, calling him 'what we were lacking' on the team. He shares anecdotes from his youth, including a legendary moment at a Boomers training camp where he declared he could 'bash everyone in this room,' underscoring his competitive fire. Daniels also addresses the physicality of the game, his approach to playing through refs’ calls, and his willingness to ride the bench when needed, showing team-first mentality. The conversation touches on team dynamics post-trade, the importance of shared roles, and the Hawks’ focus on playing for each other defensively. As the team prepares to play at home, Daniels expresses confidence in their ability to close out games and capitalize on the Knicks’ past struggles in clutch moments.