Analysis: The NBA playoffs have entered survivor mode
Injuries to key players have diluted the NBA postseason’s star power, and led to criticism of the league’s condensed 2020-21 schedule, which placed a heavy load on players
(Mark J. Terrill | AP) Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard holds his knee after stepping awkwardly during the second half in Game 4 of a second-round NBA basketball playoff series against the Utah Jazz Monday, June 14, 2021, in Los Angeles.