In the case of the New York Knicks, recent games can show a blueprint for how to beat them. During New York's three-game losing streak, the team has looked slow, tired, and in desperate need of rest.

Orlando Magic superstar Paolo Banchero caused a bit of a stir on social media Tuesday by saying that "the wait is almost over," presumably referring to his impending return from a torn right oblique.

Damian Lillard has not played well in those last few games, either. In the last five games, he's shooting just 32.5 percent ...