NBA Playoff Games Really Are Different, Data Shows

Jimmy Butler scored 38 points in the Golden State Warriors’ NBA Play-In Tournament win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night. Before then, Butler hadn’t eclipsed 30 points in any regular season game since he was traded to the Bay Area on Feb. 6.Fans rejoiced at the arrival of “Playoff Jimmy”—a nickname minted during past playoffs with the Miami Heat.More from Sportico.comSteve Ballmer's Intuit Dome Wall Hits Target With Free Throw MissesNBA Rookies Haven't Exc