The Surprising Impact of Missing NBA Stars: How Deep Do Lineup Struggles Really Go?
Ever notice how in the playoffs, NBA teams scramble to keep their stars glued to the court, but during the grueling regular season, lineups can look like a game of musical chairs? It’s fascinating — and a bit baffling — to see just how much a team’s fortunes wobble when marquee players are sidelined. Remember that game on March 17? The Golden State Warriors, riding a hot streak, favored to roll over a Denver Nuggets team missing Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray… and yet, the Nuggets pulled off an upset. What gives? Is it just a fluke, or does missing star power during the regular grind sometimes mask deeper truths about team toughness and strategy? Heck, the Oklahoma City Thunder are practically rewriting the rulebook, winning big when missing two of their top three players. So, how much do NBA lineups really miss their stars during the regular season — and do rivals underestimate these “underdog” squads? Let’s dive headfirst into some eye-opening data and surprising stories that challenge what we think we know about star power in the NBA. LEARN MORE
During the postseason, itâs best for NBA lineups to be at full strength. Itâs not always possible across the long regular season. Weâre looking at the impact when star players are missing.
On March 17, the Golden State Warriors, who were red hot with seven straight wins and 12 over a 13-game stretch, hosted a Denver Nuggets squad that was without its two best players, Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.
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