On this episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the New York Knicks' offensive struggles. Could they actually blow this series to the Detroit Pistons?

Plus, Tom and Dan have unearthed the numbers that prove this is one of the most exciting NBA postseasons of ALL-TIME, and the 1st round is still going!

The duo also recap the Milwaukee Bucks blowing a 7-point lead with 40 seconds left on Tuesday night to end their season, and perhaps the Giannis Era in Milwaukee. How did things get so bad for the Bucks that they may have no choice but to entertain offers for their generational superstar? It's here on this installment of The Big Number.

(1:05) - What makes this first round so competitive

(16:05) - Cade Cunningham’s early dominance

(18:55) - Knicks’ concerning pace of play

(24:35) - Jalen Duren making plays for Detroit

(28:25) - Knicks offensive struggles without Brunson

(32:20) - Should Bucks trade Giannis?

(46:55) - Cavs-Pacers thoughts & predictions

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On today's episode of The Big Number, Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dug up the data that proves Luka Doncic is LeBron James' greatest teammate of all-time. Sorry Dwyane Wade, our bad Kyrie Irving, apologies Anthony Davis -- Tom and Dan have the data that shows why #77 on the purple and gold gets this honor. But is Head Coach JJ Redick putting too much on the shoulders of his newcomer? And what does Anthony Edwards need to do offensively to break out in this series as it shifts back to Minnesota?

Plus, Jayson Tatum has been Mr. Durability for the Boston Celtics for nearly a decade now, but this latest wrist injury has Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine concerned.

(3:05) The Big Number: Luka’s points in playoffs

(11:18) Luka’s minutes on the bench

(15:30) Minnesota wide-open 3-pointers vs. LAL

(19:35) Gobert impact on Wolves defensive rating

(23:16) Edwards pick-n-roll points per possession

(27:30) Jayson Tatum doubtful for Game 2 vs. Magic

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Join Tom Haberstroh and Henry Abbott, of TrueHoop.com, as they delve into the intricacies of the current NBA injury crisis. Henry shares insights from his upcoming book, "Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance," exploring the alarming injury rate in the NBA and the world at large.

The two talk about how biomechanics, particularly the role of hips, are pivotal for athletes to achieve peak performance and longevity. Abbott shares his experiences with Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3) and emphasizes that injuries are not inevitable but avoidable with the proper prevention care.

(0:41) Henry Abbott joins the show

(2:26) The Big Number: 6,000 NBA games missed due to injury

(17:46) Little Number: 72% decrease in heart disease deaths

(20:46) Little Number: 11,000 newtons of force

(28:00) Little Number: 300% increase in chances of back pain

(32:52) Little Number: $45 million Suns performance facility

(40:26) How to prevent injuries now & in the future

(43:20) P3 breathing exercise

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