NBA Play-In Tournament Begins

The NBA's Play-In Tournament has returned with a series of win-or-go-home games that will determine the final seeds for the standard playoff bracket.

The Charlotte Hornets are looking to snap the league's longest current playoff drought against a resilient Miami Heat squad, while the Phoenix Suns are favored to overcome the Trail Blazers.

Viewership for the tournament has shifted toward streaming platforms this year, reflecting broader changes in sports broadcasting.

Analysts are also closely watching the health of star players like Joel Embiid and Luka Doncic, whose potential absences could significantly alter the postseason landscape.