Happy Easter Sunday everyone. Happy 420 if that's your holiday of choice. Chocolate eggs are appropriate regardless.

​The 2025 NBA Playoffs are in full swing, with a slate of compelling matchups unfolding today and tomorrow before the Pacers retake the court on Tuesday. Here's a preview of the upcoming games (well Thunder - Grizzlies has already started technically):​

Sunday, April 20

Eastern Conference:

  • (2) Boston Celtics vs. (7) Orlando Magic – Game 1
    • Time: 3:30 PM ET
    • Location: TD Garden, Boston
    • Broadcast: ABC
    • Overview: The reigning champion Celtics begin their title defense against the Magic. Boston's efficient offense will be tested by Orlando's strong perimeter defense. ​
  • (1) Cleveland Cavaliers vs. (8) Miami Heat – Game 1
    • Time: 7:00 PM ET
    • Location: Rocket Arena, Cleveland
    • Broadcast: TNT
    • Overview: The top-seeded Cavaliers, boasting the league's most potent offense, face the Heat, who have once again made it out of the play-in and into the big dance.

Western Conference:

  • (1) Oklahoma City Thunder vs. (8) Memphis Grizzlies – Game 1
    • Time: 1:00 PM ET
    • Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
    • Broadcast: ABC
    • Overview: The Thunder, who had a historic 68-14 season, open their playoff run against the Grizzlies, who secured the eighth seed by beating the banged-up Mavs just days ago.
  • (2) Houston Rockets vs. (7) Golden State Warriors – Game 1
    • Time: 9:30 PM ET
    • Location: Toyota Center, Houston
    • Broadcast: TNT
    • Overview: The Rockets, led by Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun, face the experienced Warriors, who are bolstered by the addition of Jimmy Butler. ​

Monday, April 21

Eastern Conference:

  • (3) New York Knicks vs. (6) Detroit Pistons – Game 2
    • Time: 7:30 PM ET
    • Location: Madison Square Garden, New York
    • Broadcast: TNT
    • Overview: The Knicks aim to build on their Game 1 victory, where a 21-0 run in the fourth quarter secured the win. ​

Western Conference:

  • (4) Denver Nuggets vs. (5) LA Clippers – Game 2
    • Time: 10:00 PM ET
    • Location: Ball Arena, Denver
    • Broadcast: TNT
    • Overview: The Nuggets look to extend their series lead after a thrilling overtime victory in Game 1. The Russell Westbrook experience is still an absolute rollercoaster.

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