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Gus Saltonstall

May 4, 2019
4 min

Five Thoughts: Bucks vs Celtics Game 3

CBS Sports The Milwaukee Bucks are legit. Paul Pierce is backtracking faster than James Dolan scurrying off to band practice. Giannis Antetokounmpo has returned to looking like the MVP of the 2018-19 Season, and the Boston Celtics are in some trouble. The Bucks won Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals 123-116, winning the game in the third quarter, where they outscored the Celtics 40-31 — the difference in the other three quarters between the two teams was actually +2

Five Thoughts: Toronto Raptors vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Nikola Cuvalo

May 3, 2019
5 min

Five Thoughts: Toronto Raptors vs. Philadelphia 76ers

NBA.com The Philadelphia 76ers have taken a 2-1 series lead over the Toronto Raptors, winning back-to-back games after losing the series opener north of the border. Both teams face serious consequences pending the outcome of this Eastern Conference Semifinal; should the Raptors get bounced, they are likely to lose Kawhi Leonard in free agency, and possibly suffer a domino-effect that triggers a serious roster tear-down. If the Sixers lose, they will find it extremely difficul

Five Thoughts: Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets

Kyle Russell

May 3, 2019
3 min

Five Thoughts: Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets

USA Today The last time these two teams met in the playoffs, the Houston Rockets lost to the Golden State Warriors in Game 7 of the 2018 Western Conference Finals after missing a soul crushing 27 straight 3-point attempts. The Rockets revived themselves midseason and came back to try again but currently find themselves down 2-0 to the Warriors in the Western Conference Semifinals. Game 3 isn’t until Saturday so until then here’s five thoughts from the first two games. 1. Here

William Jackson

Apr 30, 2019
4 min

2019 NBA Playoff Awards: Round 1

NBA.com Now that the games have real meaning, we take a look at who’s playing the biggest part in their team's success. These awards will disregard regular season stats and focus on players who might not have a chance to win a full season award. Best Rookie: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Honorable Mentions: Rodions Kurucs, Landry Shamet NBA.com The Clippers (somehow) took two games from the Warriors in the first round, thanks in part to rookie Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. There wasn’t

Reaction to Game 1 of the Celtics-Bucks Series

Gus Saltonstall

Apr 29, 2019
3 min

Reaction to Game 1 of the Celtics-Bucks Series

USA Today The Boston Celtics headed into the series with the Milwaukee Bucks as heavy underdogs. The Celtics season was defined by inner squad turmoil, and an end product only good enough for 49 wins and a fourth place conference finish. On the other hand, the Bucks season was defined by unrelenting success. A 60-win team that led the NBA in a plethora of offensive and defensive statistics. A Milwaukee team featuring the almighty Giannis Antetokounmpo, who led his squad to an

Five Thoughts: Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors Game 1

Justin Levine

Apr 29, 2019
3 min

Five Thoughts: Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors Game 1

RASA Deportes To kick off the rematch of last year’s Western Conference Finals, the Warriors and Rockets provided an entertaining affair that did not see a double digit lead at any point during the game. After careful viewing and reflection, here are five thoughts regarding game one of this fascinating series. The Warriors are currently facing the toughest opponent they will see. While neither team played particularly well Sunday afternoon, the Rockets confirmed they are th

The NBA Outlet Playoff Edition: Warriors vs. Rockets Series Preview

OTG Production

Apr 28, 2019
1 min

The NBA Outlet Playoff Edition: Warriors vs. Rockets Series Preview

The NBA Outlet Playoff Edition: Warriors vs. Rockets Series Preview OTG’s Nick Fay and Kory Waldron preview the Golden State Warriors upcoming matchup with the Houston Rockets. GSW-HOU - Storylines - Matchups - X-Factors - Predictions BONUS - DEN-SAS Game 7 - Quick thoughts on Game 1 of TOR-PHI MORE NBA PODS Music via Chuko Beats NBA Outlet on Itunes #NBA #OTGproduction #NBAPodcast #podcast #Podcast #TheNBAOutlet #NBAOutlet #NBAPlayoff2019 #2019NBAPlayoffs #2019PlayoffPods

3 Underrated Important Matchups in the Celtics vs. Bucks Series

Gus Saltonstall

Apr 28, 2019
3 min

3 Underrated Important Matchups in the Celtics vs. Bucks Series

ESPN I stand firm in the notion that whoever comes out victorious in the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Boston Celtics will represent the Eastern Conference in the NBA Finals. The two teams played a fantastic seven game series in last years’ playoffs, and it looks like the 2019 version of the series will be even better. Names like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kris Middleton, Kyrie Irving, Jayson Tatum and Al Horford are all expected to play large roles in deciding the fate of the two teams, b

Why the Bucks Depth Will Prove Key in the Postseason

Cody Kluge

Apr 27, 2019
4 min

Why the Bucks Depth Will Prove Key in the Postseason

Paul Rutherford of USA Today Sports The postseason started just as expected for the Milwaukee Bucks. With a 60-win regular season, the Bucks locked up the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Milwaukee faced the eighth seeded Pistons as their reward, a team that snuck into the playoffs on the regular season’s final night. As the 1 vs. 8 matchups typically go (especially in the East), the Pistons were absolutely no match for the Bucks. Blake Griffin sat out the first two game

2019 NBA Playoff Preview: Celtics vs. Bucks

Alder Almo

Apr 27, 2019
4 min

2019 NBA Playoff Preview: Celtics vs. Bucks

Before the season started, the Boston Celtics were the odds-on favorites to win the East. But as the season went on, the Milwaukee Bucks changed that narrative. While we all could wish that this matchup should happen later rather than sooner, there’s no denying that this second round series has all the trappings of a conference finals. Both the Bucks and Celtics have made quick work of their opponents in the first round to forge this grudge rematch. Last season, the Celtics b

It’s About Dame Time: Lillard Masters The Art of War

Alder Almo

Apr 25, 2019
2 min

It’s About Dame Time: Lillard Masters The Art of War

Despite everything, Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers are moving on. Dame’s endured All-Star snubs, back-to-back first round series sweeps, ‘Jenny tweet’ memes, Westbrook’s ‘too small to defend me’ & his rock-the-baby taunts, and more, Still, Lillard is advancing to the next round following a pulsating 118-115 victory over Oklahoma Thunder Tuesday night. Portland’s 28-year old Portland superstar humiliated one of the game’s biggest personalities to earn what is a

2019 NBA Playoff Preview: 76ers vs. Raptors

Cameron Tabatabaie

Apr 25, 2019
3 min

2019 NBA Playoff Preview: 76ers vs. Raptors

Your 76ers v. Raptors second-round series preview USA Today There was never any doubt who the top dogs in the Eastern Conference were this season. And indeed the Milwaukee Bucks, the Boston Celtics, the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Toronto Raptors represent the final four in the East. The steady, rather discreet Raptors host the gaudy, turbulent Sixers in what will be a fascinating series. Toronto is only slightly favored in the series, and the oddsmakers believe this has the

The NBA Outlet Playoff Edition: Over in 5?

OTG Production

Apr 22, 2019
1 min

The NBA Outlet Playoff Edition: Over in 5?

The NBA Outlet Playoff Edition: Over in 5? OTG’s Nick Fay, Kory Waldron, and Jac Manuell talk NBA Playoffs - Thunder-Blazers - Spurs-Nuggets - Clippers-Warriors - Rockets-Jazz - Pacers-Celtics - Magic-Raptors - Pistons-Bucks - Nets-Sixers MORE NBA PODS Music via Chuko Beats NBA Outlet on Itunes #NBA #OTGproduction #NBAPodcast #podcast #Podcast #TheNBAOutlet #NBAOutlet #NBAPlayoff2019 #2019NBAPlayoffs #2019PlayoffPods

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Brooklyn Nets Series Checkup: Games 1-4

Kyle Russell

Apr 22, 2019
3 min

Philadelphia 76ers vs. Brooklyn Nets Series Checkup: Games 1-4

NBC Philadelphia The first round of the 2019 NBA playoffs has a number of interesting series. The Denver Nuggets vs. the San Antonio Spurs is a clash of the new young team vs. the old grizzled veterans. The Portland Trail Blazers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder series has been defined by the point guard battle between superstars Damian Lillard and Russell Westbrook. But perhaps the most interesting series, and certainly the most physical, has been the Philadelphia 76ers vs. the Bro

Five Thoughts: Toronto Raptors vs. Orlando Magic

Nikola Cuvalo

Apr 22, 2019
4 min

Five Thoughts: Toronto Raptors vs. Orlando Magic

John Raoux/ AP Photo The Toronto Raptors have taken a commanding 3-1 lead in their first round series against the Orlando Magic, and are primed to wrap up the series in Game 5. After losing the opening game, the Raptors have blown out the Magic in two of their last 3 encounters, leaving little doubt among viewers as to which of the two teams deserves to move on to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The following are five thoughts based on the action we've seen thus far. Kawhi

Gus Saltonstall

Apr 22, 2019
2 min

Playoff Spotlight: Derrick White

Fox Sports Asia The San Antonio Spurs perform in the playoffs. David Robinson, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobili and Kawhi Leonard all led teams to championships in the past 25 years under the master tutelage of Gregg Popovich. Even with the Spurs coming into the 2019 playoffs as a seven seed, very few people were picking the two seed Denver Nuggets to blow the Spurs out of the water—let alone beat them in a seven game series. It looks like people were justified in their

Gus Saltonstall

Apr 21, 2019
4 min

Top 5 Playoff Players of Week 1

NBA.com Top 5 Playoff Players of Week 1 (Not including games played on Sunday, April 21st) The first week of the NBA Playoffs has already led to a collection of fantastic moments between the 16 teams participating. With the Orlando Magic’s D.J. Augustine’s hesitation three to upset the Toronto Raptors in the first game of the series, to the Clippers huge comeback win against the defending champion Golden State Warriors, and the heated rivalries between Russell Westbrook/Damia

The Brooklyn Buzz Playoff Edition - The Nets Can’t Grab the W

OTG Production

Apr 20, 2019
1 min

The Brooklyn Buzz Playoff Edition - The Nets Can’t Grab the W

The Brooklyn Buzz Playoff Edition - The Nets Can’t Grab the W Nick Fay, Jac Manuell. and Will Jackson recap the Nets’ Game 4 loss Game 4 - The Nets can’t finish off Game 4 - Last few plays of the game - Caris LeVert balled - Joel Embiid quotes - The scuffle - Spencer Dinwiddie needed more minutes - D’Angelo Russell struggles - Dudley after the game - Jarrett Allen is fine - Brett Brown throwing shade - The Nets need more from Carroll and Harris - Atkinson’s thoughts on the n

Five Thoughts: Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Clippers

Marc Cantave

Apr 20, 2019
3 min

Five Thoughts: Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Clippers

Clutch Points The Golden State Warriors are currently 2-1 through three games against the Los Angeles Clippers and there’s been much to discuss about this series. Here are five thoughts on this series thus far. 1. Turnovers and fouls are hurting the Warriors Everyone knows that the Warriors are the favorites to return to the NBA Finals. Everyone also knows that the Los Angeles Clippers aren’t much of a threat to them. However, the Warriors are going to have to get rid of thei

Five Thoughts: Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers

Kory Waldron

Apr 20, 2019
3 min

Five Thoughts: Boston Celtics vs. Indiana Pacers

Winslow Townson/AP Photo The Boston Celtics have taken a commanding 3 - 0 series lead over the Indiana Pacers, and here are five thoughts following Game 3. 1. The Boston Celtics just aren’t that good. Now, I know that may seem like I’m being a hater or a salty Pacers fan, but think about it. They win 84-74 in Game 1, 99-91 in Game 2, and 104-96 in Game 3. Not to mention in Game 3, 41 of those 104 points came in the first quarter alone. Kyrie Irving has been stellar and Jayson

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