Jr Smith On Golden State Mvp Chants I Appreciate It

Ahead of Sunday’s Game 2, the Cavaliers guard received a standing ovation during player introductions:

Later in the game, Golden State fans chanted “M-V-P” while Smith was at the free throw line: 

WATCH: Smith gets standing ovation at Oracle Arena

Following the loss, Smith was asked if the attention bothered him.

“Nah,” Smith said. “I’m always a person who the fans like to talk to, or heckle, whatever. I like it. I’d rather them do that, than not acknowledge me at all. I appreciate it.”