Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast DET/NYK; LAC/DEN; MEM/OKC Game 3s
Apr 25, 2025
The Knicks powered through Detroit’s vibrant atmosphere to seize a series lead with impressive offensive strategies. Meanwhile, the Clippers exploited the Nuggets' turnovers, placing Denver's playoff future in jeopardy. In a historic comeback, Oklahoma City overcame a 26-point deficit against Memphis, showcasing the fierce competitive spirit of the playoffs. The discussion also dove into key injuries, vital management decisions, and the implications of executive changes across the NBA.
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Knicks Utilize Towns Effectively
- The Knicks improved by better involving Karl-Anthony Towns in their offense, especially with pick-and-roll plays.
- Pistons' Tobias Harris's foul trouble weakened their defense against Towns, exposing lack of adaptable defensive schemes.
Impact of Tobias Harris's Presence
- Pistons outscored the Knicks when Tobias Harris played, but Knicks outscored Pistons when he rested.
- This highlights Pistons' lack of alternative defensive schemes to handle Towns when Harris was out or in foul trouble.
Innovate Defensive Matchups
- Pistons should explore defensive switches involving Simione Fantecchio or Assar Thompson to better guard Towns.
- Creativity in defensive assignments is crucial to contain Towns and improve overall defense efficacy.