NBA Playoffs

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Ranking the best matchups for the Rockets among play-in teams

Steve Kerr left Jonathan Kuminga in the dark about season-finale benching

Pistons steal idea from the 76ers to ensure their homecourt advantage against Knicks

The Whiteboard: Nasty NBA Playoffs series, coaching carousel, and the Battle for Face of the NBA

New York Knicks v Detroit Pistons

Karl-Anthony Towns and the Knicks might have the most to gain — and lose — with postseason performance

Miami Heat v Boston Celtics - Game Six

5 greatest Mic Drop moments in NBA playoff history

Apr 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) controls the ball against the LA Clippers during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Jimmy Butler and 2 other trade deadline additions who will decide the NBA Playoffs

Orlando Magic v Atlanta Hawks

Hawks are ready to deploy their secret weapons heading into the Play-In Tournament

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

What is the easiest possible path for the Lakers to make the NBA Finals?

Golden State Warriors v Los Angeles Lakers

A Lakers vs. Warriors first-round matchup would be the NBA's dream, and it's very likely

Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) defends against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Ranking the 3 best potential first-round NBA Playoffs matchups, including LeBron vs. Steph

Dec 28, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau (R) and Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) look on during a stoppage in play against the Washington Wizards in the third quarterat Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Knicks stars likely won't fail them in the playoffs, but their 3-point shooting might

Los Angeles Clippers v New Orleans Pelicans

A sleeping NBA championship giant in LA has awakened, and it’s not the Lakers

LeBron James and Luka Dončić are heating up just in time for the playoffs

2 Lakers peaking at the perfect time, 1 who could be a playoff problem

New York Knicks v Detroit Pistons

The Knicks want to avoid the Pistons, and it's all because of Cade Cunningham

Minnesota Timberwolves v Milwaukee Bucks

3 Milwaukee Bucks trying to find consistency in the past 10 games

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts while watching a tribute video before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

NBA playoff standings upon Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas heightens trade insanity

Apr 8, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) has a technical call against him during the second half of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Ref Show: Lakers fans call out blatant NBA hypocrisy after absurd Luka Dončić ejection

The Nuggets have knocked the Lakers out of the playoffs each of the past two years. Is this the year the Lakers get revenge?

The Nuggets aren't the only team the Lakers would love to see in the first round

Luka Dončić's 30-point performance against the Thunder's top-rated defense gives Lakers fans reason to believe that a run through the Western Conference is possible

3 reasons why the Lakers need another win against the Thunder on Tuesday

Milwaukee Bucks v Detroit Pistons - Emirates NBA Cup

Milwaukee Bucks tiebreaker scenarios for the NBA Playoffs: Seeding implications

Atlanta Hawks v Milwaukee Bucks

2 teams heating up, 2 teams falling apart going into NBA Playoffs

Golden State Warriors v Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James and Steph Curry may give the world another NBA Playoff series after all

The Lakers beat the Nuggets in their most recent meeting, a result that could have big implications on both teams' playoff seeding

Los Angeles Lakers tiebreaker scenarios for the NBA playoffs

Mar 30, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) runs up court during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

New York Knicks tie-breaker scenarios for the NBA Playoffs

Houston Rockets v Phoenix Suns

Houston Rockets tie-breaker scenarios and implications for the NBA Playoffs

Cleveland Cavaliers v Utah Jazz

Cavaliers magic number to clinch No. 1 seed in the East: Cleveland closes in on crown

Mar 24, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

NBA Power Rankings: Which East teams need a deep playoff run most?