Who’s Playing Tonight in the NBA Playoffs?
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Keep up with the latest NBA Playoff game schedule and results.
Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers are facing off in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The series is currently tied at 2-2, with the Celtics winning Game 4. Game 5 will be played tonight in Boston. The Celtics are led by All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving, who is averaging 24 points per game in the series. The 76ers are led by All-Star center Joel Embiid, who is averaging 22 points per game. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 pm ET.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors
The Cleveland Cavaliers will take on the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The Cavaliers are the reigning NBA champions, and they are looking to defend their title this year. The Raptors are one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, and they will be a tough opponent for the Cavaliers. The series will be played in a best-of-seven format, and it will start on April 15th.
Houston Rockets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
The Houston Rockets are set to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight in the first round of the NBA playoffs. The Rockets are the top seed in the Western Conference, while the Timberwolves are the eighth seed.
This will be a matchup of two very different teams. The Rockets are led by MVP candidate James Harden, who averaged 30.4 points per game during the regular season. The Timberwolves are led by Karl-Anthony Towns, who averaged 21.3 points per game during the regular season.
The Rockets are expected to win this series, but the Timberwolves could give them a run for their money. Be sure to tune in tonight to see who comes out on top!
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Utah Jazz
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to take on the Utah Jazz tonight in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs. The Thunder are coming off a tough loss to the Houston Rockets in the first round, while the Jazz narrowly edged out the Los Angeles Clippers.
The Thunder will be led by point guard Russell Westbrook, who is averaging a triple-double for the second consecutive season. Westbrook will have to be at his best if the Thunder want to win, as the Jazz have a strong defensive unit that is led by Rudy Gobert.
The Jazz will look to their star player, Gordon Hayward, to lead the way offensively. Hayward is averaging over 22 points per game this season and will need to continue his strong play if the Jazz want to win.
Game 1 is set to tip off at 9:00 PM EST and will be broadcast on TNT.
