For a number of first-round matchups in the NBA playoffs, the action is just beginning. The rest of these series will be decided by the performances of a few players.
In reality, teams like the Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics could likely start planning for the offseason after falling behind 3-0. However, the remaining matchups could go either way after the first few games.
These players might not be the biggest stars in the league, but they will determine which teams advance to the second round of the NBA postseason.
Deron Williams, Brooklyn Nets
As one of the most talented point guards in the NBA, a lot is expected out of Deron Williams. After an up-and-down season, he has been disappointing in the playoffs.
After leading the Nets to a Game 1 victory with 22 points and seven assists, he has followed that up with two poor performances in the next two games. He took bad shots and missed open ones, as well as struggled to find teammates consistently.
Unsurprisingly, this led to two losses as the Chicago Bulls took a 2-1 lead in the series.
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