NBA playoffs: Where every first-round series ranks, plus biggest questions
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:46:59 ESTWhere does every first-round series in the 2026 NBA playoffs rank so far? Plus, key questions and stock watch for upcoming free agents.
Inside the NBA's 'foul up 3' strategy: A game-winning call or clutch-time saboteur?
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:46:59 ESTZach Kram studied years of film and spoke with dozens around the league to determine if the strategy works.
Rockets stay alive, find belief in Sengun's speech
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:13 ESTThe Rockets staved off playoff elimination with a 115-96 win over the Lakers in Game 4 on Sunday night and credited Alperen Sengun's speech from morning shootaround for helping them believe they could come back in the series.
Wemby back, unhappy with concussion process
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:14 ESTVictor Wembanyama had 27 points, 12 rebounds and seven blocks in his return from a concussion as the Spurs beat the Blazers for a 3-1 series lead.
LeBron says loss 'started with me,' cites turnovers
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:13 ESTLeBron James shouldered the blame for the Lakers' 115-96 loss in Game 4 of their first-round Western Conference series against the Rockets on Sunday after he racked up nearly as many turnovers (eight), as he did points (10) in the blowout.
C's brush off Embiid's return, take control of series
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:14 ESTJoel Embiid's return provided a momentary boost for the 76ers before Boston's onslaught of 3-point shots put the game out of reach early.
Sources: Ant avoids ligament tear, to miss time
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:13 ESTTimberwolves star Anthony Edwards has a bone bruise and hyperextension in his left knee and is expected to miss multiple weeks, sources told ESPN.
Jokic, Randle fined; no suspensions for skirmish
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:13 ESTNikola Jokic was fined $50,000 and Julius Randle $35,000 for their parts in an altercation at the end of Game 4 between the Nuggets and Timberwolves.
Raps top Cavs despite historically cold shooting
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:14 ESTThe Raptors outlasted the Cavaliers in Game 4 despite shooting the lowest 3-point shooting percentage (13.3%) in a playoff win in NBA history.
🏀 NBA coaching carousel: Latest on open jobs
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:56:14 ESTMilwaukee has found its next coach, while Chicago and New Orleans are looking for long-term fits. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.
East playoff takeaways: Boston dominates Philly in Game 4
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:51:10 ESTHere's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.
West playoff takeaways: Rockets survive Game 4 to keep season alive
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:51:10 ESTHere's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
How a trade 19 years ago is *still* helping the Oklahoma City Thunder and their title hopes
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:38:53 ESTLittle did anyone know on July 11, 2007, that a minor trade between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Orlando Magic would change NBA history.
NBA Futures: Timberwolves, Nuggets see odds take a hit
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:54:44 ESTThe Nuggets saw their odds lengthen after another loss over the weekend, and the Timberwolves took a plunge with injuries to Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards.
2026 NBA draft rankings: Stacking the top 100 prospects
Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:15:44 ESTWith the NBA's early-entry deadline complete, it's time for an update on the best prospects in the 2026 class.