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The Athletic NBA Daily

Weekend Recap | First Weekend of Playoffs in the Books

Apr 22, 2024
Zach Harper, Jay King, and Josh Huestis discuss standout players from the first playoff games, potential MVP candidates like Anthony Edwards and Nikola Jokic, critiques on player performances and team strategies, analysis of team strengths and worries, flaws in coaching styles, and competitive dynamics in the Lakers vs. Nuggets series.
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Quick takeaways

  • Indiana Pacers facing high panic level due to poor defense and lack of offense
  • Dallas Mavericks concerned about offensive flow and countering Clippers' defensive strength

Deep dives

The need for panic

Panic level: 10. The Indiana Pacers are in a tough spot after a rough loss, with a panic meter at a high 10, due to their poor defense and lack of offensive output.

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