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Cleveland Cavaliers host Atlanta Hawks in potential NBA play-off preview

First-time NBA All-Star Jalen Johnson is averaging 22.7 points, 10.3 rebounds and 8.0 assists for the Atlanta Hawks this season.
First-time NBA All-Star Jalen Johnson is averaging 22.7 points, 10.3 rebounds and 8.0 assists for the Atlanta Hawks this season.

Orlando Magic upset Detroit Pistons in NBA, while San Antonio Spurs suffer Victor Wembanyama scare

Paolo Banchero shooting against Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed during the Orlando Magic's 123-107 NBA win at Kia Center on April 6, 2026.
Paolo Banchero shooting against Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed during the Orlando Magic's 123-107 NBA win at Kia Center on April 6, 2026.

Los Angeles Lakers-Oklahoma City Thunder rematch carries different vibe after Lakers’ injuries

Luka Doncic sustained a Grade 2 hamstring strain in the third quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 139-96 NBA loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. He will be out through at least the end of the regular season.
Luka Doncic sustained a Grade 2 hamstring strain in the third quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 139-96 NBA loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. He will be out through at least the end of the regular season.

After 12 seasons, Curry brothers finally play in NBA game together

Golden State Warriors guards and brothers  Stephen Curry (right) and Seth Curry after a play against the Houston Rockets in the second quarter on April 6.
Golden State Warriors guards and brothers  Stephen Curry (right) and Seth Curry after a play against the Houston Rockets in the second quarter on April 6.

Houston Rockets down Golden State Warriors in Stephen Curry’s NBA return

The Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry attempting to dribble past Kevin Durant of the Houston Rockets during the Warriors' 117-116 NBA home loss on April 5.
The Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry attempting to dribble past Kevin Durant of the Houston Rockets during the Warriors' 117-116 NBA home loss on April 5.

High-flying San Antonio Spurs host Philadelphia 76ers with NBA play-offs looming

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs scoring in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on April 4, 2026 in Colorado. He had 34 points and 18 rebounds in the 136-134 overtime loss.
Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs scoring in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on April 4, 2026 in Colorado. He had 34 points and 18 rebounds in the 136-134 overtime loss.

Oceania teams rule Fiba 3x3 Asia Cup in Singapore

Oceania rules the Fiba 3x3 Asia Cup as New Zealand lift their first men's title while Australia win their fourth straight women's crown.
Oceania rules the Fiba 3x3 Asia Cup as New Zealand lift their first men's title while Australia win their fourth straight women's crown.

Nikola Jokic outduels Victor Wembanyama as Denver Nuggets claim overtime NBA win over San Antonio Spurs

Nikola Jokic (left) and Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs battling for the ball during the Denver Nuggets' 136-134 overtime NBA victory at Ball Arena on April 4, 2026, in Denver, Colorado.
Nikola Jokic (left) and Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs battling for the ball during the Denver Nuggets' 136-134 overtime NBA victory at Ball Arena on April 4, 2026, in Denver, Colorado.

NBA probe Milwaukee Bucks’ handling of Giannis Antetokounmpo: Reports

Giannis Antetokounmpo (right) of the Milwaukee Bucks sitting on the bench during the 133-101 NBA defeat by the Boston Celtics at Fiserv Forum on April 3, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Giannis Antetokounmpo (right) of the Milwaukee Bucks sitting on the bench during the 133-101 NBA defeat by the Boston Celtics at Fiserv Forum on April 3, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Oklahoma City Thunder crush Los Angeles Lakers as Luka Doncic exits NBA clash injured

Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic hopping to the side of the court during a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Paycom Center on April 2, 2026. Doncic limped out midway through the third quarter of the 139-96 NBA loss with a left hamstring injury.
Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic hopping to the side of the court during a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Paycom Center on April 2, 2026. Doncic limped out midway through the third quarter of the 139-96 NBA loss with a left hamstring injury.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.