Round 2 Confidence Rankings + NBA Playoffs Risers & Fallers
From Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association by Locked On Podcast Network
May 6, 2026 · 32 min · Episode 3062
About this episode
The episode discusses the confidence rankings of NBA teams after Game 1 of the playoffs, highlighting player performances and strategic adjustments.
Oklahoma City Thunder dominate the Los Angeles Lakers—even with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggling. Are the Thunder poised for back-to-back championships as the NBA Playoffs heat up? Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize debate which teams should feel most confident after Game 1 victories, break down risers like Karl-Anthony Towns and Ausar Thompson and spotlight key adjustments for the San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia 76ers. The episode spotlights Jalen Duren's impact against the Cleveland Cavaliers, scrutinizes James Harden's struggles, and explores critical strategy tweaks that could reshape the second round. Will Joel Embiid's health decide the Sixers' fate? Can the Spurs match the Timberwolves’ intensity before their window closes?
People in this episode
Hosts: Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore, Haize
Topics covered
- NBA Playoffs
- Team Confidence
- Player Performance
- Game Analysis
- Strategy Adjustments
Keywords
- NBA Playoffs
- Oklahoma City Thunder
- Los Angeles Lakers
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Karl-Anthony Towns
- San Antonio Spurs
- Philadelphia 76ers
- Joel Embiid
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Spurs, Philadelphia 76ers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Timberwolves
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