Comeback Kings: NBA Teams Shatter 20-Point Deficits in Record-Breaking Season
March 12, 2024![Comeback Kings: NBA Teams Shatter 20-Point Deficits in Record-Breaking Season](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/81e1469bec15a84daf59b21486a2ff3a0246f86bb195fc428b42f95c1717aa09389a98e99ceabdacfaabda5be459398e4edd1265fc8993e2130ae20ea8d26cdd.jpg)
The 2023-24 NBA season is experiencing an increase in teams winning games after trailing by 20 or more points.
The uptick in comebacks is attributed to the game's faster pace, improved 3-point shooting, and the reduced difficulty in overcoming large leads.
NBA coaches and players are adjusting strategies to accommodate for the volatility in game leads.
Even top-tier teams are finding it challenging to maintain substantial leads throughout games.
The Cleveland Cavaliers notably halted the Boston Celtics' 11-game winning streak with a remarkable comeback spearheaded by Dean Wade.
A significant trend emerged as four teams overcame 15-point deficits to secure victories on the same night for the fourth time this season.
International player Wembanyama regards a 20-point lead in the NBA as surmountable, reflecting a sentiment common in international basketball competitions.
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ESPN • Mar 11, 2024
'20 is the old 12': Why no lead is safe in the NBA anymore - ESPN