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It's already been an eventful start to the NBA's postseason. We've seen five of the eight first-round matchups split the first two games, with huge performances from players with extensive playoff experience -- including former champions Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kawhi Leonard -- and from young stars such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Cade Cunningham. It all sets up for an intriguing second weekend of the playoffs -- with three games Friday and all eight series in action over Saturday and Sunday -- with the potential of some teams getting swept if they don't grab a win. With that in mind, here's a look at where things stand in each first-round series and what to watch as we await which eight teams will advance to the conference semifinals. Jump to an East series:
Bucks-Pacers: Can anyone help Giannis?
Knicks-Pistons: Expect a long series?
Cavs, Celtics in control: Should they worry? Jump to a West series:
Nuggets-Clippers: Peak Kawhi is back?
Rockets-Warriors: Butler's injury the X factor?
Lakers-Timberwolves: Which star will rise up?
Thunder vs. Grizzlies: A collapse spells doom?
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