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The Best Episodes of Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1

Every episode of Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1!

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An in-depth look at the 2024 NBA Playoffs on and off the court featuring Zion Williamson, Tyrese Maxey, Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton, P.J. Washington, Jaylen Brown, and others.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 1 - Changing of the Guard
    8.8/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Changing of the Guard

    S1:E1

    As NBA legends LeBron James and Steph Curry reach the twilight of their storied careers, the league is witnessing a seismic shift. The Pelicans’ Zion Williamson and the Kings’ De’Aaron Fox are vying to step into the spotlight. In high-stakes play-in games, Zion challenges LeBron, while Fox takes on the Warriors dynasty as he looks to create his own legacy in nearby Sacramento. Can these two players meet the standard set by their heroes?

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 2 - Foundation First
    8.0/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Foundation First

    S1:E2

    In the NBA, team chemistry correlates to success and championship aspirations. The New York Knicks’ core, featuring NBA All-Star Jalen Brunson alongside his former Villanova teammates Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo, aim for the Knicks’ first title in over fifty years. Meanwhile, OKC Thunder’s young core captured the top seed in the Western Conference, led by All-NBA guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Can these close-knit teams advance past the first round and shake up the playoff landscape?

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 3 - Killer Instinct
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Killer Instinct

    S1:E3

    Indiana and Milwaukee square off in a heated First Round matchup. Making his playoff debut, All-Star Tyrese Haliburton is out to prove he has what it takes to lead the Pacers. Standing in his way is the Buck’s Patrick Beverley. Back in his hometown of Chicago, Beverley details what made him a relentless player. Meanwhile, the Celtics finished with the best regular season record in the league, but questions linger about their championship pedigree.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 4 - Hunter vs Hunted
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Hunter vs Hunted

    S1:E4

    The defending champion Nuggets hope to repeat, but teams such as the Timberwolves are built to beat them. In the Western Conference Semifinals these combatants battle in an epic 7-game series. The pressure is intense for the Nuggets’ Jamal Murray and the Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell to sustain their reputations as elite playoff performers. Expectations are high in Boston where unproven second-year coach Joe Mazzulla is determined to show he’s worthy of leading this storied franchise.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 5 - Make Your Name
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Make Your Name

    S1:E5

    NBA history has shown that you can’t win a title with superstars alone. As the conference semifinals continue, key contributors such as the Knicks’ Josh Hart, the Pacers’ T.J. McConnell and Mavericks’ PJ Washington are determined to help their teams advance. Whether it is grabbing a big rebound, running the fastbreak or “standing on business”, these role players are looking to rise to the occasion and bring their respective franchises closer to Championship glory.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 6 - Redemption
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Redemption

    S1:E6

    For Kyrie Irving, the 2024 playoff stage is an opportunity to reaffirm his superstar status and rewrite the narrative. Meanwhile the core members of the Celtics are driven by the chance to overcome past disappointments and live up to the history of ‘Titletown’. Confronting the harsh reality of stepping into the playoff spotlight for the first time, the Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton is out to prove that he is one of the future faces of the league.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 7 - Beyond the Game
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Beyond the Game

    S1:E7

    With just four teams remaining in the NBA Playoffs, several players and coaches ponder their status as difference-makers at the highest level of basketball. Celtics’ All-Star Jaylen Brown strives to leave a lasting legacy in Boston, while Mavericks’ rookie Dereck Lively reflects on his teammates’ support after his mother’s passing. Lively’s coach Jason Kidd channels his time-honored connection with Dallas, while his counterpart in Boston, Joe Mazzulla, reckons with his first brush with NBA greatness.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Season 1 Episode 8 - Finally
    9.2/10(6 votes)

    #8 - Finally

    S1:E8

    After 6 grueling weeks of playoff basketball, The NBA Finals are here. Celtics duo Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown zero in on an 18th championship banner for their city, supported by the veteran leadership of Al Horford, who might only have one last chance to win a title. Meanwhile, in his inaugural Finals appearance, transcendent talent Luka Dončić fights to keep pace with Boston’s explosive offense.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Changing of the Guard" is the best rated episode of "Clutch: The NBA Playoffs" season 1. It scored 8.8/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/9/2024. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Foundation First".