Experience matters in the NBA playoffs

Difference between actual and expected wins for NBA playoff teams since 2002-03, based on a roster's average previous postseason experience (weighted by regular season playing time)

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Expected wins were determined by a regression analysis using a team's regular season net rating.

Chart: Neil Paine/The MessengerSource: Basketball-ReferenceCreated with Datawrapper