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With three out of four conference semifinal matchups set in the NBA Playoffs heading into the weekend, Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Dr. A and Matt Stroup look at what to expect in the next round. We hit the much-anticipated matchup of Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks against the Brooklyn Nets, and see Kevin Durant playing at near-peak levels at age 32. Plus, a closer look at the potential outcomes for Joel Embiid trying to play through a torn meniscus against Trae Young and the Hawks, and who could be the X-factor for each team in that intriguing Eastern Conference matchup. Meanwhile, can Nikola Jokic continue getting a big boost from Monte Morris, Austin Rivers and Aaron Gordon as the Nuggets face the Suns, and how will Chris Paul's troublesome shoulder hold up?