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New York Knicks (50-28, third in the Eastern Conference) vs. Atlanta Hawks (45-33, fifth in the Eastern Conference)
Washington Wizards (17-60, 15th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Brooklyn Nets (18-59, 14th in the Eastern Conference)
Philadelphia 76ers (43-35, seventh in the Eastern Conference) vs. San Antonio Spurs (59-19, second in the Western Conference)
The Detroit Pistons clinched home-court advantage throughout the East playoffs for the first time since the 2006-07 season while missing franchise player Cade Cunningham.
Nikola Jokic outdueled Victor Wembanyama in a clash of MVP candidates as the Nuggets extended their win streak to eight games.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Amar'e Stoudemire, Doc Rivers and Mike D'Antoni headline the Class of 2026.





