The chapter delves into strategic challenges faced by NBA teams, including the effective use of big men in defensive schemes and the impact of coaching on player synergy. It discusses competitive positioning in playoff series, the importance of key players, and concerns about team weaknesses against strong opponents. Player performances, lineup weaknesses, and potential improvements for playoff success are also analyzed, with a touch of humor and personal preferences added to the conversation.
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to talk an upcoming stretch of challenging games for the top teams in the Eastern Conference including the Cavs, Celtics and Bucks. Plus, can Milwaukee beat Boston in a best of 7 series, should the Thunder be concerned about their lack of size against the Lakers and why the Kings have been a roller coaster at times.
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