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Analyst David Dennis Jr. remarked that with Holmgren back in the lineup, the Thunder have the vital scoring and defensive capabilities required to contend seriously in the Western Conference playoffs.

The Rising Tides of the Eastern Conference

As the night progressed, attention turned to the battle between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. Both teams entered with solid performances this season, with the Celtics boasting a robust shooting percentage, contrasting with the Knicks' struggles to defend the three-point line.