Is OKC really the West favorite? Plus, Bronny’s struggles, the small ball Pelicans & the sad Clippers

In a crucial Eastern Conference matchup, the New York Knicks face the Atlanta Hawks with a season series win at stake. The Knicks, as the third seed, have won three of their last four games, while the Hawks, the eighth seed, have lost four of their past five. With New York favored by 3.5 points, the game is set for 3 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena. Full Article

The Detroit Pistons secured a playoff spot by defeating the Toronto Raptors 117-105, marking a remarkable turnaround from their league-worst 14-61 record last season. This achievement makes them the first team in NBA history to go from winning just 14 games to making the playoffs the following year. Led by Tim Hardaway Jr.'s 23 points and Jalen Duren's 21 points and 18 rebounds, the Pistons clinched at least the No. 6 seed in the Eastern...

The Boston Celtics have set a new NBA record for the most 3-pointers made in a single season, currently standing at 1,370 with five games left to play. Led by Derrick White, the team boasts three players with over 240 made 3-pointers this season. Despite shooting at a lower percentage than other top 3-point shooting teams, the Celtics' high volume of attempts has propelled them to this historic achievement. It is likely that the Celtics...

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a crucial win over the short-handed New Orleans Pelicans, moving them into third place in the competitive Western Conference seeding race with a 47-30 record. LeBron James had 27 points in a strong performance, while Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves combined for 30-point games. The Warriors blew out the Nuggets, and the Clippers did the same to the Mavericks, creating an eventful night in the West's standings. Full Article

The Detroit Pistons clinched a playoff spot with a 117-105 win over the Toronto Raptors, marking a significant turnaround from their NBA-low 14 wins last season. They currently hold the No. 5 seed in the East but face a crucial matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks to determine seeding. Despite missing star player Cade Cunningham, the Pistons have shown they are a formidable team with a strong defense and promising young talent, making them a tough...