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Last updated: April 21, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

NBA Coaching & Playoff Intensity

Following a disappointing season, Billy Donovan parted ways with the Chicago Bulls after six years at the helm, signaling sweeping organizational changes in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Western Conference semifinals saw the Minnesota Timberwolves take a commanding 2-0 series lead over the defending champion Denver Nuggets fueled by aggressive defense and pointed commentary. Following the Game 2 victory, Jaden McDaniels directly called out the Nuggets roster, claiming they are "all bad defenders." This defensive focus was personified by Rudy Gobert, who, despite finishing fourth in DPOY voting that day, completely stifled three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, holding him to just 1-of-8 shooting in the crucial contest helping secure the win.