Breaking down 10 most intriguing storylines in these NBA playoffs
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“Detroit capped off five straight years of tanking with a 14-68 campaign. Now they’re 60-22 and the top seed in the East.”
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“The Pistons are only the third team in the last 15 years to lead the league in both blocks and steals.”
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“San Antonio is a real threat — plus-50 against OKC in five games with Victor Wembanyama on the court averaging just 25 minutes”
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“LeBron James is in his record-tying 19th playoff appearance and must shoulder ballhandling and shot-creation duties against the Rockets’ withering defense”
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“Donovan Mitchell and James Harden are tied for the most to prove in the playoffs”
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“Boston has the star power, depth and balance to make a run at another ring — even with Neemias Queta, Nikola Vucevic and Luka Garza at the five”
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“New York Knicks need to beat the red-hot Hawks and likely Boston to reach the conference finals”
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“Giannis Antetokounmpo's absence and playoff disappointments may lead to unexpected departures”
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“Peyton Watson and Daniss Jenkins are potential X factors who could influence playoff series outcomes”
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“Atlanta Hawks are considered a sleeper team with a 19-24 record and potential to advance beyond the first round”
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“Kon Knueppel's Hornets have a 28-10 record and are positioned for the playoffs, indicating potential for young players to make an impact”
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