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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has solidified his status as a premier playoff performer, leading his team to a 2-0 advantage over the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. With a postseason-high 33 points, alongside 5 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals in a 124-92 victory, Gilgeous-Alexander has established himself as a force to be reckoned with on the court.

Despite the Clippers’ impressive 18-game stretch after the All-Star break, history suggests that regular season momentum may not translate to playoff success. Over the past 10 playoffs, teams with a higher net rating before the break have a significantly better win-loss record than those with a higher rating after the break.