The NBA playoffs delivered exciting basketball as teams competed for conference semifinal spots. The Los Angeles Lakers completed a comeback victory over the Denver Nuggets, winning the series 4-3. LeBron James scored 40 points in the deciding game.
In the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics defeated the Miami Heat in six games. The series featured strong defensive performances from both teams. Celtics guard Jayson Tatum averaged 28 points per game throughout the series.
Other playoff action saw the Dallas Mavericks eliminate the Los Angeles Clippers, while the New York Knicks advanced past the Philadelphia 76ers. The second round matchups will begin next week, with the Lakers facing the Mavericks and the Celtics taking on the Knicks.