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          Winners and losers of the NBA playoffs after a wild weekend

          Outplaying his MVP rival and winning by 31 put Harden in a celebratory mood. Bob Levey/Getty Images
          • Kevin Pelton, ESPN Senior WriterApr 17, 2017, 11:00 AM
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            • Co-author, Pro Basketball Prospectus series
            • Formerly a consultant with the Indiana Pacers
            • Developed WARP rating and SCHOENE system
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          A whirlwind first weekend of the NBA playoffs, featuring eight games in 33 hours, is in the books.

          Let's look at some key takeaways from Game 1 of opening-round series around the league: