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Unbelievable NBA First-Round Upsets That Shook the Basketball World Forever

Unbelievable NBA First-Round Upsets That Shook the Basketball World Forever

2011: Memphis Grizzlies (8) def. San Antonio Spurs (1)

The Grizzlies claimed their first playoff series win in franchise history by upsetting the 61-win Spurs, with five of the six games decided by single digits. The Grizzlies advanced to the Western Conference semifinals but ultimately lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 4-3.

2012: Philadelphia 76ers (8) def. Chicago Bulls (1)

Back in 2012, the Bulls secured the top seed after tying for the league’s best record, and it seemed like they were destined for a deep run. However, everything shifted dramatically in the final minute of Game 1 when star guard Derrick Rose tore his ACL, giving the Sixers a huge boost. Philadelphia went on to take the series in six games, but its playoff run came to an end in the second round against the Boston Celtics.

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