In this episode of The WY Network, Dwyane Wade, Bob, D Wright, and Coach Chris Johnson dive into the hype, heat, and heart of the NBA playoff season. From Boston’s championship-level focus to OKC’s rising momentum, the crew breaks down their favorite matchups, sleeper teams, and the gritty reality of the play-in tournament.
They debate whether the play-in system rewards mediocrity or fuels competition, celebrate elite coaching minds like Spo and Jason Kidd, and reflect on how experience and adjustments can make or break a playoff run. With teams like Dallas, Miami, and the Lakers clawing for position, and stars like Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, and AD stepping up—this episode delivers straight hoops talk.
The crew also makes early predictions, weighs in on playoff pressure, and shouts out the underdogs, including a heartfelt moment about Dwyane’s brother stepping up for the Knicks.
It’s an insightful conversation about competition, coaching, and that final push—running through the tape.
Music Credit: Khari Mateen.
What We Discussed:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 01:12 The NBA Playoffs
- 09:33 The Right Coach & Not Quitting
- 14:20 The Big Names Are Back
- 17:16 Playoffs Predictions:
- 20:05 Celtic Vs Magic?
- 21:53 Knicks Vs Pistons?
- 28:30 Tobias Impact in Playoffs
- 29:11 Pacers Vs Bucks?
- 34:07 Thunder Vs Grizzlies?
- 42:03 45 Matchups: Nuggets Vs The Clippers
- 47:43 Lakers Vs Golden State?
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