NBA Star Damian Lillard Reveals Real Reason Why Canelo Alvarez Lost to Dmitry Bivol

NBA Star Damian Lillard was not surprised that Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol's match over the weekend took another turn in favor of the Russian boxer.

The Portland Trailblazer star took to Twitter on Thursday to express why he thinks Alvarez lost to Bivol during their bout on Saturday, claiming that he thought at first the Canelo would win the match.

Lillard then noted Alvarez's great jab and good feet, and that the Mexican boxer throws his combination attacks well. However, he claimed that he also knew that Alvarez would be challenged in his match against Bivol.

"[I] knew Canelo would have a hard time getting close... and that high guard wasn't it in this fight. And Bivol was unbothered throughout the whole build-up," Damian Lillard underscored.

Dmitry Bivol on Canelo Alvarez's Performance

Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol had their bout on Saturday at the T Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the same venue where the Mexican boxer was defeated by Floyd Mayweather in 2013, according to CBS Sports.

Alvarez, a four-division champion, landed a career-low 84 punches overall in 12 rounds. All three judges scored 115-113 in favor of Bivol.

During their match on Saturday, Bivol's jab was on point and he consistently responded to any single punch Alvarez gave.

Bivol allowed the Mexican boxer to stand close range in front of him but he did not give clean ground for Alvarez to have his strike zone, per CBS Sports.

"I felt his power. As you can see from my arm, he beat my arm up but not my head... It's better. He had a good speed and power," Bivol underscored, adding that Alvarez's mistake was that he only threw hard punches after hard punches.

Bivol also opened up about what he felt in general during their match, highlighting that he felt great and that his bout with Alvarez was the biggest fight of his career. He also pointed out that when the people booed him, it gave him more energy to fight.

Dmitry Bivol then congratulated Alvarez despite his loss.

Bivol described Alvarez as a great champion, adding that he respects him.

When asked if he is open to a rematch, Bivol answered positively, contending that he took the fight against the Mexican boxer because he appreciated the opportunity.

"I am ready for the rematch, I just want to make sure I win and am treated like a champion," Bivol added.

Canelo Alavarez Opens Up About Loss to Dmitry Bivol

Canelo Alvarez opened up about what he feels after losing to Dmitry Bivol during their weekend bout on T Mobile Arena.

Speaking in front of his supporters, Alvarez assured his fans that he was not hurt at all in the aftermath of the bout. However, he pointed out that his heart hurts over the match.

Alvarez noted that he has to accept his loss to Bivol like a man. He then pointed out that his loss to the Russian boxer will make him stronger, as he waits to see what comes next after their bout.

Alvarez also left a lesson to his fans, saying that those who do not take risks and challenges never do anything. He added those who are scared become no one in life.

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Written By: Joshua Summers

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