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The postseason race, series results and the NBA Finals. Earlier reports remain dated so readers can separate a preview, an in-series development and a final result.
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NBA 2026-27 Preview: Thunder Ranked First as Major Stars Change Teams
The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the 2026-27 season with a 99.9% chance to make the playoffs and a projected 60.7 wins.
Jalen Brunson Hosts 'SNL' Season Premiere with Knicks Teammates
Reigning NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson hosted the 52nd season premiere of 'Saturday Night Live' on September 26, 2026, featuring appearances by four New York Knicks teammates.
Paul George Ready to Prove Self After Controversial Trade for Jaylen Brown
Paul George discussed joining the Celtics following a July trade that sent 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia.
Thunder Lead 2027 NBA Finals Forecast With 84 Points Over Spurs and Knicks
The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the 2027 NBA Finals predictions with 84 points, followed closely by the San Antonio Spurs at 74 points.
Knicks-76ers Matchup: Defending Champs Face LeBron James and Jaylen Brown
The New York Knicks enter the 2026-27 season as defending champions following a postseason where they hit 25 3-pointers in a record-tying Game 4 victory.
Nuggets Match $12M Spencer Jones Offer Sheet to Retain Forward
Denver matched a two-year, $12 million offer sheet for Spencer Jones, a forward who led the NBA with a 69.2% three-point percentage in the playoffs.
Micah Nori Blazers Era Begins: 28-Year NBA Veteran Named Head Coach
Micah Nori Blazers head coach introductory news conference confirmed his new role following a 42-40 playoff season under Tiago Splitter.
Pistons Secure East Top Seed and Homecourt for First Time Since 2006-07
The Detroit Pistons clinched the East's top seed and homecourt advantage throughout the conference playoffs despite the absence of Cade Cunningham.
Anthony Edwards Ineligible for NBA Awards After Missing Detroit Pistons Matchup
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards will miss out on postseason honors after being ruled out against the Detroit Pistons with a knee injury.
Celtics 50th Win: Tatum Scores 32 in 114-99 Victory to Clinch Playoff Spot
The Boston Celtics secured their 12th consecutive postseason appearance following a 114-99 win against the Charlotte Hornets, marking the team鈥檚 50th victory of the season.
Bucks Playoff Elimination: Spurs Secure 127-95 Blowout to End Milwaukee鈥檚 Streak
A 127-95 defeat against the San Antonio Spurs resulted in the Bucks playoff elimination, ending a run of nine consecutive postseason appearances.
Jayson Tatum and Celtics Labeled Biggest Wild Card of 2026 NBA Playoffs
Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics face a high-stakes balancing act as the primary wild card entering the 2026 NBA playoffs.
Nuggets Suns Battle Impacts Western Conference Playoff Seeding and Lottery Odds
A deep dive into the statistical implications of the Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns matchup following the latest round of NBA league-wide results.
Kerr: Stephen Curry to Play in Postseason if Right Knee Health Permits
Golden State coach Steve Kerr confirmed Stephen Curry will participate in the play-in tournament despite a 6-15 record since his January 30 injury.
Wembanyama Game-Winner Ends Spurs' Six-Season Playoff Drought
Victor Wembanyama hit a 17-foot fadeaway with 1.1 seconds remaining on Thursday night to clinch a postseason berth for the Spurs.
Miami Heat Expected to Waive Terry Rozier Before NBA Playoffs
The Miami Heat are set to waive guard Terry Rozier to secure an open roster spot ahead of the postseason.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Refuses Bucks' Request to Shut Down for Season
Despite dwindling postseason chances and a recent injury, Giannis Antetokounmpo has rejected the Bucks' pitch to sit out the remainder of the year.
Thunder Clinch Playoff Spot in 113-108 Win Over Magic Despite Alex Caruso Technical
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a postseason berth with a 113-108 victory against Orlando, a game marked by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 40 points and a rare shoe-related technical foul on Alex Caruso.
NBA Playoff Race: Wembanyama Hits 25-Point Milestone as Detroit Defense Slumps
Victor Wembanyama tied a franchise record with five straight 25-point games on 50% shooting as the NBA playoff race intensifies for the 2025-26 season.
Statistical Breakdown of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Landscape
Zach Kram provides a data-driven look at the Eastern Conference's competitive shift, examining how point differentials and win-loss records challenge Western dominance.
Victor Wembanyama Spurs Secure Playoff Spot Following 365-Day Turnaround
One year after a blood clot ended his season, Victor Wembanyama has the Spurs bound for the NBA playoffs.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Injury Update: Doc Rivers Says Star is 'Close' to Return
Following a strained right calf, this Giannis Antetokounmpo injury update provides insight into the Milwaukee Bucks star's recovery timeline and playoff status.
NBA Trade Deadline Analysis: Giannis Uncertainty and the Lakers' New Look
Following a chaotic 2026 NBA trade deadline, we analyze the biggest questions facing the league, including the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Lakers' playoff hopes.
Emotional Homecoming: LeBron James In Tears During Cavaliers Tribute Video
NBA legend LeBron James shared a heartfelt moment in Cleveland as a LeBron James tribute video highlighted his legendary 2007 playoff run.