How the NBA Conference Semifinals Playoffs are Going
The 2026 NBA playoffs are in decisive days with conference semifinals offering very close series and others completely dominated.
TL;DR
- New York Knicks swept the Philadelphia 76ers 4-0 to become the first conference finalist.
- The Knicks set a playoff record with 25 three-pointers in a game.
- Detroit Pistons lead the Cleveland Cavaliers 2-1, while Oklahoma City Thunder leads the Los Angeles Lakers 3-0.
- The Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs series is tied 2-2.
- Victor Wembanyama was ejected for a flagrant foul but will not be suspended.
- Conference finals begin May 19-20, NBA Finals start June 3.
- This year's playoffs are experiencing record television viewership.