2026 NBA Playoffs Archives

May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers starters look on from the bench in the final minutes of game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

How Did Each Los Angeles Lakers Player Perform This Postseason?

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end two weeks ago. They entered the postseason shorthanded, but the team stepped up to...

Nemahn SantosMay 25, 2026

May 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after a play against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter of game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Knicks Have Asserted Themselves as the East’s Team to Beat

On May 10, the New York Knicks put the nail in the coffin by sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals....

Jameson EbaughMay 18, 2026

May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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What Should the Lakers Learn From the Thunder Series Sweep?

It was only a matter of time before the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Luka Doncic-less Lakers were...

Nemahn SantosMay 12, 2026

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Game 3 Loss Proves Lakers Are No Match for the Thunder

After the Lakers’ 131-108 Game 3 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, their demise is inevitable. The Thunder outclass the Lakers in every...

Nemahn SantosMay 10, 2026

May 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (7) steals the ball from Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) in the second half during game two of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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The Lakers Can’t Handle the Thunder’s Depth

Los Angeles Lakers’ players, fans and even coaches are fed up with the officiating after Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals, but...

Nemahn SantosMay 8, 2026

May 2, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (9) dunks past Boston Celtics center Luka Garza (52) during the first quarter of game seven of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden.

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Sixers’ 3-1 Comeback Will Historically Haunt Celtics Fans

The Boston Celtics have been in the NBA since the league’s inception in 1949. Even with over 70 years on the court, the...

Keith SavageMay 7, 2026

Apr 25, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) reacts to a shot by forward Paolo Banchero (5) against the Detroit Pistons in the fourth quarter during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Orlando Magic’s Future Is Still Bright, Even After Disappointment

The search for the NBA’s next great young contender usually circles the same handful of teams, like the Thunder, Spurs, and even the Celtics. Even...

Jameson EbaughMay 6, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) talks with guard Marcus Smart (36) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Lakers’ Solutions to Defeating Thunder Are Hidden in Plain Sight

After defeating Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets 4-2, the Los Angeles Lakers are rewarded with an opportunity to avenge their four regular-season...

Antwane Willis Jr.May 5, 2026

Apr 26, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) and guard De'aaron Fox (4) celebrate during a break in the game during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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De’Aaron Fox Swiftly Reminded Critics Who He Is

De’Aaron Fox was criticized after dropping Game 2 to the Blazers. Three games later, he closed the series. The reaction came quickly. With...

Oscar BenitezMay 4, 2026

Feb 19, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade (32) celebrates after hitting a three point basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Rocket Arena.

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Dean Wade: Unsung Hero of the Cavaliers’ Early Playoff Success

The Cleveland Cavaliers have comfortably handled the Toronto Raptors through two games of the NBA Playoffs, with long-time Cav Dean Wade quietly making...

Miles LeichtApril 21, 2026

Mar 16, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) talks with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) on the court during the second quarter at Toyota Center.

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Is LeBron James and Kevin Durant’s Playoff Rivalry Almost Over?

Two of the greatest players to ever pick up a basketball will face off on the world stage once again, but this time...

Antwane Willis Jr.April 20, 2026

Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) and center Deandre Ayton (5) celebrate against the Houston Rockets in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Lakers Cannot Afford a Repeat of Their Game 1 Performance

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers’ leading scorers, watched Luke Kennard’s inferno and LeBron James’ mastermind from the sideline during...

Nemahn SantosApril 19, 2026