NBA Playoffs 2026 Begin

The road to the NBA Finals has begun as the top 16 teams enter the first round of the postseason.

In the Eastern Conference, the Cavaliers utilized a strong second half to overpower the Raptors, while the Knicks prepared to host the Hawks in a highly anticipated rivalry game.

In the West, the Lakers and Rockets are set to face off in a series featuring veterans LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

Betting markets currently favor the Oklahoma City Thunder to repeat as champions, though the Celtics and Spurs remain significant contenders.