Jimmy Butler's Warriors Return SINKS Rockets | Cavs DESTROY Heat Culture | Spurs to ADD Giannis or KD? 🧨

On today’s Locked On NBA, the playoff tension hits a fever pitch. Jimmy Butler returned from a nasty fall and showed exactly why he’s still Playoff Jimmy, but it wasn’t just him—the Warriors’ experience and sneaky contributions from names like Brandin Podziemski helped push them past the Rockets. But are the Rockets just not ready for the moment? We break down what’s missing and if Ime Udoka is getting outcoached.

Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers didn’t just win—they obliterated the Heat by 55, ending the most lopsided playoff series in NBA history. Does this mark the official death of Heat Culture? And are the Cavs the real threat to Boston in the East?

Then we dig into the West: can the Lakers hang on against the Wolves? Are the Bucks officially cooked? And which 3-1 series actually has a comeback brewing?

Finally, we hit the latest news out of Sacramento and debate a major rumor: should the Spurs pair Victor Wembanyama with Giannis or KD? Locked On Spurs says they’re watching everything—including coaching changes—for signs that San Antonio is skipping steps.

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