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Some players seem comfortable in high-pressure situations while others struggle when a game is on the line. Is clutch performance mainly about preparation and experience, or can pressure genuinely change how a player performs? How should fans judge players who have very different postseason records?

I think pressure can genuinely change how a player performs, even when they have plenty of experience. Preparation helps, but confidence and the ability to stay calm matter too. Postseason records are worth considering, but they shouldn’t tell the whole story. One series or moment shouldn’t define a player’s entire career.