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Phillies are weighing whether to start Jesús Luzardo in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series or use him as a high-leverage reliever to bridge to a potential Game 3, aiming to leverage his current form while protecting bullpen depth; the choice could hinge on whether Luzardo provides a bigger edge than Wheeler or Sánchez, with notes on Bryce Harper’s struggles against left-handed fastballs and a nod to past October bullpen outcomes.
Victor Wembanyama scored 26 points and 12 rebounds but shot 6-for-21 from the field (2-for-9 from three) as the Spurs fell 105-95 to the Knicks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, prompting widespread social-media criticism and calls it one of the worst Finals performances. Jalen Brunson led New York with 30 points in the comeback win, while Hart grabbed 15 rebounds and Towns added 18 points and 12 boards. The series resumes with Game 2 on Friday in San Antonio.
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson, who underwent surgery on a broken right pinky, plans to play in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals. Coach Mike Brown said the injury wasn’t sustained in a game or practice, and Robinson remains a key rim protector as New York advanced by sweeping the Cavaliers. He had 8 points and 10 rebounds in Game 4 to clinch the spot, and Game 1 is set for Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Mitchell Robinson underwent surgery to repair a broken right pinky and still aims to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, likely wearing a protective brace. While there’s no set timetable, the Knicks expect him to be available, and if he can’t go, Ariel Hukporti and Jeremy Sochan could see more minutes.
Montreal heads to Buffalo for Game 1 of Round 2, aiming to translate their surprising first-round success into a series-opening edge. They’ll rely on road-tested form and a rekindled power play, facing a Sabres side anchored by veteran goalie Alex Lyon who has posted stellar playoff numbers, while Canadiens rookie Jakub Dobes carries the crease for his team. The teams split a 2-2 regular-season series, and Montreal won’t be skating in the morning as they prepare for puck drop.
After a blowout in Game 1, the Sixers plan to tighten on-ball defense, contest the pick-and-roll, and pressure Brunson to slow the Knicks, with Justin Edwards employing Hack-A-Mitch on Mitchell Robinson to disrupt New York’s rhythm. Brunson scored 35 in 31 minutes, underscoring the need for better ball pressure and rim defense. The Bench Mob—led by Kyle Lowry and including Trendon Watford, Jabari Walker, Dalen Terry and Johni Broome—provided energy and voice from the sideline as Philadelphia heads to Game 2 at Madison Square Garden. Nurse was away for a funeral but is expected to coach in New York, as the Sixers seek momentum adjustments to rebound in the series.
OKC Thunder and LA Lakers will each be without a key player for Game 1 of the second-round series: OKC’s Thomas Sorber is out for ACL surgery recovery and Jalen Williams is sidelined with a left hamstring strain; LA’s Luka Doncic is out with a left hamstring strain. Tip-off is 7:30 p.m. CT, with NBC and Peacock broadcasting the game.
Jalen Brunson scored 35 points to spark the Knicks to a dominant 137-98 Game 1 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, a 39-point margin fueled by a 23-point halftime lead as Embiid and Maxey exited early in the third.
Live updates from NBA.com cover Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals with the Thunder hosting the Lakers as OKC takes a 84-72 lead entering the fourth, led by Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander (16) and Chet Holmgren (20 points, 9 rebounds) while LeBron James paces LA; earlier, the Pistons flew past the Cavaliers 111-101 to take Game 1 in the East, snapping a 12-game skid to Cleveland, with Cade Cunningham fueling Detroit’s win and the blog noting the historical 73.6% Game 1 win rate for teams in the Conference Semifinals.
In Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, OKC Thunder led 61-53 at halftime and were up 76-65 with 4:35 left in the third after an early 10-0 burst. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander paced OKC, while Chet Holmgren had 18 at halftime; LeBron James led the Lakers with 16 at the break. Jarred Vanderbilt left with a hand injury and Jalen Williams is out for the series. The piece includes starting lineups, injury updates, game updates, and viewing info (NBC/Peacock; Fubo) as the Thunder attempt to maintain the edge in the series.
Jalen Brunson dropped 35 points (27 in the first half) as the Knicks rolled to a 137-98 blowout of the 76ers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, building a 23-point halftime lead and letting starters rest in the fourth. The Knicks benefited from strong bench contributions and stifling defense, setting a momentum-shifting tone for the series ahead.
The Hurricanes dominated Game 1, a 3-0 win in Raleigh, to take a 1-0 lead in the second-round series as the Flyers were unable to mount offense or solve Frederik Andersen; Philadelphia also played without Owen Tippett and logged limited power-play chances, while Vladar stopped 20 of 23 shots and the series heads to Game 2 on Monday at Lenovo Center.
Victor Wembanyama poured in 35 points and anchored a strong defensive effort to lift the Spurs to a 111-98 win over the Trail Blazers in Game 1 of the Western Conference first round, shattering Tim Duncan’s playoff debut scoring record with a 21-point first half and closing with 14 in the fourth. San Antonio got key support from Devin Vassell and Luke Kornet, while Portland’s offense stalled aside from Deni Avdija’s 30; the Spurs take a 1-0 series lead as Game 2 hits San Antonio on Tuesday.
The San Antonio Spurs host Portland in Game 1 of the first round to start their playoff run, with seven Spurs making their playoff debuts after a week off. The preview emphasizes discipline, rest vs rust, and avoiding late-game slips, noting the Spurs' talent edge but warning against underestimating Portland. Tip-off is April 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM CT, with Peacock streaming.
The article highlights key moments and photos from Game 1 of the 2025 World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers, including Addison Barger's grand slam, home runs, and pre-game ceremonies.