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Denver Nuggets roll into NBA play-offs, Toronto Raptors clinch berth

Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets reacting after a dunk during the 128-118 NBA win over the San Antonio Spurs in the first half at Frost Bank Center on April 12, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas.
Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets reacting after a dunk during the 128-118 NBA win over the San Antonio Spurs in the first half at Frost Bank Center on April 12, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas.

Play-off seedings on the line as gruelling NBA regular-season comes to close

Apr 8, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) reacts from the bench in the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Apr 8, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) reacts from the bench in the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

New York Knicks stay in hunt for No. 2 seed in East with late NBA win over Boston Celtics

Josh Hart of the New York Knicks attempting to steal the ball from Jayson Tatum during the 112-106 NBA win over the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden on April 9, 2026 in New York City.
Josh Hart of the New York Knicks attempting to steal the ball from Jayson Tatum during the 112-106 NBA win over the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden on April 9, 2026 in New York City.

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.

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.

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.