""It's a few. I think Atlanta and New York, I think Detroit and the Magic, and I think the Nuggets and the Timberwolves. I think being able to go in and steal one on the road is always a good sign of a good series.""
""With Detroit being the No. 1 seed and the Magic having to fight to get in, and to go in and steal in is very important. I think Atlanta is feeling the same way, feeling like they're underdogs to New York.""
""To give one up to Minnesota with a hobbled Anthony Edwards, I think that was important to Minnesota. So those three probably were the most surprising.""
Rashad McCants, a former NBA player, shares insights on the 2026 NBA playoffs, noting surprising performances from teams like Atlanta, New York, Detroit, and the Magic. He emphasizes the significance of underdogs stealing games on the road, particularly mentioning Detroit's status as the No. 1 seed and the Magic's fight to qualify. McCants also points out the importance of the Timberwolves' victory over the Nuggets, especially given the injuries to key players like Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards, which could impact their playoff journey.
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