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Mavericks vs. Celtics Game 2 Prediction: Will Dallas Find a Way to Even the NBA Finals?

After Boston opened the series in convincing fashion, we’re breaking down our Mavericks vs. Celtics Game 2 prediction and revealing the keys for each side. 107-89. And really, it didn’t…

4 months ago Mat Issa

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Celtics vs. Mavericks: NBA Finals Predictions and Storylines to Watch

In making NBA Finals predictions, we utilize our TRACR projection model to size up the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks.

4 months ago Mat Issa

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Do the Playoffs Indicate Luka Doncic is the Best NBA Player Right Now?

Is Luka Doncic the best NBA player right now? There’s been a strong case as he’s led the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA Finals.

4 months ago Mat Issa

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Too Big, Too Skilled, Too Smart: How the Celtics Are Avoiding the NBA’s Upset Trend

The Boston Celtics finished the regular season with a league-best 64 wins. They stampeded through the first two rounds of the playoffs with an 8-2 record despite their arguably second-best…

5 months ago Mat Issa

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NBA Playoff Predictions: Which Teams Have the Advantage in the Conference Finals?

In making NBA conference finals predictions, we utilize our TRACR projection model to size up the four remaining teams.

5 months ago Mat Issa

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Why Some Role Players Thrive and Other Ones Die in the NBA Playoffs

During the NBA playoffs, there’s reason some defense-first role players stand out more than others. Here’s a case study.

5 months ago Mat Issa

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NBA Playoff Predictions: Intriguing Storylines Fill the Conference Semifinals

In making 2024 NBA playoff predictions, we utilize our TRACR projection model to size up the conference semifinals.

5 months ago Mat Issa

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NBA Playoffs: Jalen Brunson and Kyrie Irving Are Exactly Where They Need to Be

Jalen Brunson and Kyrie Irving are positioned just right with their NBA teams, providing high production in different ways.

5 months ago Mat Issa

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2024 NBA Playoffs: How Rudy Gobert Is Dispelling Every Narrative About Him

Rudy Gobert has never won a title, and his teams’ failures have been used against him. But he’s averaged 16.0 points and 12.5 rebounds, and put up a plus/minus of…

6 months ago Mat Issa

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2024 NBA Playoff Predictions: Who’s Taking the First (Round) Step to the Championship?

Our NBA playoff predictions tip off with the eight first-round matchups. Yup, it's the most wonderful time of the year.

6 months ago Mat Issa