# The Playoff Crucible Outlook 2026

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Podcast: [Hollinger & Duncan NBA Show - NBA Basketball Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hollinger-duncan-nba-show-nba-basketball-podcast-558561)
Published: 2026-04-16T22:47:25+00:00
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## Resource

John and Nate look ahead to the playoffs, picking all 4 rounds and the eventual champions. Plus, they pick their: Most interesting series Least interesting series Best Individual Matchup Star player with the toughest matchup Star player with the easiest matchup Best coaching matchup Biggest coaching mismatch Series with the most variables Rotation players most likely to have their roles cut Deep rotation players who could emerge Most important non-star player Best playoff defense Best playoff offense Projected first round MVP

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