The chapter analyzes player statistics, defensive strategies, and transition game comparisons in the NBA playoffs, focusing on key players like Josh Kiddies, Gilsey's Alexander, and Darik Jones Junior. It underscores the impact of defensive transitions, offensive rebounds, and turnover rates in determining the series outcomes. The discussion also includes predictions on matchup outcomes and potential tactics for teams like Oklahoma City against their opponents.
Zach and NBA.com's John Schuhmann discuss the Wolves beatdown of the Denver Nuggets and New York's wild and controversial win over the Pacers -- and what comes next in both series. Then they briefly preview Cavs-Celtics and Mavs-Thunder, make picks, and discuss the fallout from first-round eliminations for the Orlando Magic, Miami Heat, and LA Clippers.
Wolves take both games in Denver (1:45)
Knicks eke out controversial Game One against the Pacers (28:51)
Celtics-Cavs preview (53:04)
Thunder-Mavs preview (58:24)
Magic postmortem (1:06:25)
Pat Riley's presser (1:09:25)
Clippers' off-season (1:14:51)
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