2026 NBA Playoffs update: EAST:(1) Pistons (8) Magic tied 1-1(2) Celtics (7) 76ers tied 1-1(6) Hawks lead (3) Knicks 2-1(4) Cavs lead (5) Raptors 2-1WEST:(1) Thunder lead (8) Suns 2-0(2) Spurs (7) Blazers tied 1-1(6) Wolves lead (3) Nuggets 2-1(4) Lakers lead (5)…— Brett Siegel (@BrettSiegelNBA) April 24, 2026
The big concern for the Lakers is the second round series with the Thunder being moved up because of the Lakers and Thunder sweeping their first round series. Normally, the second round would start after a couple of days rest but it also depends on TV contracts and arena schedules. Lakers need delay to get both Reaves and Doncic healthy and ready to go.