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
  • 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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