In this episode of NBA Talk, Erik Torenberg is joined by Dan Barto and Reuben Torenberg as they reflect on NBA disappointments (76ers, Suns) and surprises (Thunder, Rockets) while delivering playoff predictions.

They debate player valuations and strategic approaches across both conferences, and analyze coaching decisions, systematic team-building philosophies, and injury concerns with bold claims including potential Lakers-Celtics and Knicks-Warriors finals matchups.

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(00:15) Season Reflections: Disappointments

(04:00) Dan on Philadelphia & Other Disappointments

(06:06) Reuben on Coaching Firings

(08:00) Positive Player Surprises

(11:02) Impressive Team Turnarounds

(13:56) Front Office Decision-Making

(17:01) Knicks Playoff Scenarios

(21:00) Systematic Team Building

(27:40) Personal Season Prediction Misses

(31:10) Eastern Conference Playoff Predictions

(38:31) East Finals Predictions

(40:46) Western Conference Playoff Predictions

(43:01) Finals Predictions

(48:18) Why Isn't Kuminga Playing?

(51:01) Final Thoughts: Coaching & Officiating

(53:05) Wrap