Episode 61 - "Somebody's Gonna Have To Make An Adjustment"

Episode 61 - "Somebody's Gonna Have To Make An Adjustment"

From The New Twenty Four by Gavriel Wilkins, Torrence Stagger

April 22, 2026 · 1h 25m · Season 2 · Episode 61

About this episode

Gavriel Wilkins and Torrence Stagger analyze the early stages of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, discussing team performances and coaching changes.

The 2026 NBA Playoffs officially underway and Gavriel Wilkins & Torrence Stagger are back to break down everything that’s unfolded across the league following an intense opening stretch of postseason action in Episode 61 of The New Twenty Four. The duo opens up discussing the latest news out of their hometown of the Windy City, as Billy Donovan steps away from his role as head coach of the Chicago Bulls after six years — leaving the franchise in search of new leadership within the front office and sidelines. Prior to take a moment to reflect back on the respective seasons of the four teams eliminated during the play-in tournament in the Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, and LA Clippers — discussing what all lies ahead for each franchise this upcoming offseason. Before shifting into discussions on all eight first round matchups, beginning with a very highly competitive series in what's shaping up to be the NBA's premier rivalry between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Denver Nuggets, alongside a back-and-forth battle featuring the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks. In addition to also breaking down what's led to the Cleveland Cavaliers taking control against…

People in this episode

Hosts: Gavriel Wilkins, Torrence Stagger

Topics covered

  • NBA Playoffs
  • basketball analysis
  • team performance
  • coaching changes
  • playoff matchups

Keywords

  • NBA Playoffs
  • Chicago Bulls
  • coaching changes
  • play-in tournament
  • first round matchups

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, LA Clippers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets, Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers

Places: Windy City

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