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KOC is joined by Esfandiar Baraheni to preview and predict some of the best and biggest Round 1 matchups of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Here's what to know about the first-round matchup between the Celtics and Magic.

Dumars, Williamson to have "very candid conversations" according to report.

Here's what to know for the first-round matchup between the Nuggets and Clippers.

Ahead of the NBA playoffs, it's time for the Play-In Tournament — here's what you need to know.

There is plenty at stake for the Knicks and around the NBA as the playoffs start. Here’s a look at the ramifications.

Here's what to know for the first-round series between the Lakers and Wolves.

Time ran out on the Grizzlies in multiple ways against the Warriors.

Sometimes the NBA Rookie of the Year race features highly touted prospects like Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren, or Luka Dončić and Trae Young. This season, it comes down to Stephon Castle, Alex Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher—a trio of players who despite moments of brilliance did not statistically stand up to top predecessors. During the …

Astros at Cardinals Preview

Only one NBA team this century has won 60-plus games and repeated as champs in the same season. The Celtics are hoping to be the second.

The Phoenix Suns are on the hunt yet again for a head coach, their fourth in as many seasons, after firing Mike Budenholzer, who led the team through a disappointing season that was exacerbated by missing the playoffs despite having the NBA’s highest team payroll. The team issued a statement saying its “fans deserved better” …

Stephon Castle gets my vote for Rookie of the Year, Payton Pritchard for Sixth Man of the Year

Steph Curry had a hilarious request of Draymond Green after the Golden State Warriors forward missed a corner 3-pointer against the Memphis Grizzlies.

The Golden State Warriors are confident about their path forward in the NBA playoffs after their play-in tournament win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

While the Grizzlies showed grit, the Warriors just executed better down the stretch.

The Golden State Warriors and the Orlando Magic secure their places in the first round of the NBA play-offs with victories in the Conference play-in games.

Some key observations as the Warriors secure a playoff spot, and the Grizzlies find their backs against the wall.

Here's a look at dates and times for the Celtics' first-round 2025 playoff series with the Orlando Magic.

The Grizzlies got their star back, but it wasn't enough to take down the Warriors.

Trae Young lost his cool as the Hawks melted down late in Tuesday's play-in loss to the Magic.

Cole Anthony led the Magic with 26 points off the bench.

Harrison defended the trade, reportedly repeatedly saying "defense wins championships" while meeting with select media.

Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors are happy Playoff Jimmy Butler is on their side as they get ready for the Houston Rockets.

Warriors wing and "playoff guy" Gary Payton II is primed to make a significant impact on Golden State's 2025 NBA postseason run.

Every Batman needs his Robin, and that's exactly who Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler were in the Golden State Warriors' NBA play-in win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

The Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets will matchup for the fifth time in the NBA playoffs.

On the backs of Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler, the Golden State Warriors are headed to the NBA playoffs as the Western Conference's No. 7 seed to face the Houston Rockets.

Read our full Celtics-Magic first-round playoff preview, including the series schedule, odds and a prediction.

Most experts thought the Clippers would have to fight for a play-in spot, but they finished fifth and enter playoff series against Denver healthy and hopeful.

The Golden State Warriors exorcised their NBA play-in demons, and now they are headed to Houston for a first-round playoff series with the Rockets.

Trae Young and Giannis Antetokounmpo may be at crossroads with their teams. How do they perform this postseason?

Dan Titus takes a very early look at how the fantasy hoops draft landscape could play out next season.

Here's what to know for the first-round matchup between the Knicks and Pistons.

With Duke's Cooper Flagg the top prospect, here's a look at the teams teams with the best odds to pick first in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Harrison held a news conference on Tuesday in which attendance was limited and recording devices were prohibited.

Picking the winner in the NBA's Eastern and Western Conference

The NBA playoffs tip off this week with the Oklahoma City Thunder coming in as the slight favorite over the Boston Celtics to win the title, with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers the next top picks. The Thunder were the NBA’s youngest team and also had one of its lowest payrolls, but Thunder …

This is the second year in a row a Bucks star will be out to start the playoffs. Lillard remains out due to deep vein thrombosis in his calf.

Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings Preview

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors Preview

Miami Heat at Chicago Bulls Game Preview

Atlanta Hawks at Orlando Magic Game Preview

The Thunder and Celtics seem destined for the Finals, but can teams like the Cavaliers, Warrior or Lakers upend that?

The Oklahoma City Thunder are the favorites to win the NBA title heading into the postseason. Here is the odds breakdown for every series.

Lillard has been out since March 18 after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf.

He faces big questions about the future of coach Willie Green and whether to trade Zion Williamson.

Our NBA writers break down the matchups and make their picks.

Michael Holley revisits Rick Pitino and the Celtics attempting to trade for Bulls superstar Scottie Pippen after missing out on the No. 1 pick in the 1997 NBA Draft.

Here's what to know for the first-round matchup between the Pacers and Bucks.