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The Athletic NBA Daily

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Strategic Defensive Tactics and Matchup Dynamics in the NBA Playoffs

The chapter delves into the strategic defensive tactics employed in the NBA Playoffs, focusing on preventing star players from dominating the game and challenging role players to step up. It also highlights the matchup dynamics between key players like Luca, Kyrie, Tatum, and Porzingis, setting the stage for an intense finals series. Additionally, the importance of defending against corner threes and limiting star players' opportunities near the basket is emphasized for a successful championship win.

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