The 2026 NBA playoffs are officially underway, with all 16 teams playing their first-round series. However, this one game, which is often the most important game of the season, can often lead to overreactions. Some teams, like the Raptors and 2020 Lakers, have already lost their playoff openers. The Raptors, who had been questioned about their ability to translate their success to the postseason, showed signs of overreaction in Game 1 against the Cavaliers, scoring 118.5 points per 100 possessions in the half-court. Despite this, the Hawks struggled to generate a strong transition team and play well on the defensive. The Timberwolves' recent acquisition of former Nuggets general manager Tim Connelly has fueled a narrative that suggests they are not Denver's kryptonite anymore.