Verno and KOC analyze the key moments and storylines from Monday night’s NBA playoff games, including Jamal Murray’s game-winner against the Lakers, the Knicks’ gritty win over the Sixers, the Cavs’ new-found identity, the Timberwolves’ potential with Anthony Edwards, Khris Middleton’s importance to the Bucks, the Mavs-Clippers series dynamic, and the Pelicans’ chances against the Thunder.
The Minnesota Timberwolves will look to extend their 1-0 playoff lead over the Phoenix Suns in Game 2 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series on Tuesday. After a dominant 120-95 win in the series opener, the Timberwolves expect the Suns to make adjustments and are preparing to do the same. Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker were key contributors in Game 1, and the Suns will need to find ways to contain them. Phoenix, who struggled offensively in the opener, will look to Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal to step up in Game 2. The Suns are also dealing with an ankle injury to Grayson Allen, who is hoping to return for Game 2.
