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After a full week of rest, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured a commanding 108-90 victory over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, setting a physical and tactical tone for the series.
Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks to a dominant 137-98 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series, scoring 35 points in the first half alone. The performance underscored Brunson’s role as the engine of New York’s playoff push and exposed defensive lapses in Philadelphia’s rotation.
The Detroit Pistons maintained their momentum against the Orlando Magic on May 3, 2026, as Daniss Jenkins hit a pivotal buzzer-beater to secure a commanding lead heading into the final quarter.