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NBA playoff predictions 2026: the winner, key players and dark horses

Will a Thunder repeat end an NBA-record run of seven different champions in seven years? Our writers make their picks ahead of Saturday’s postseason tip-off

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Cooper Flagg Only Needed One Year to Prove That the Mavs Had Landed Another Superstar

Dallas Mavericks forward and No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg had a brilliant rookie season that ended up being historic. Here's a full breakdown of his first NBA campaign.

Sports Illustrated

NBA Finally Decides Whether Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham Are Eligible for MVP, Other League Awards

Both Dončić and Cunningham had pushed back on the league's 65-game rule.

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The Simple Reason Steve Kerr Hasn’t Made a Decision Yet on Coaching Next Season

The longtime Warriors coach is focused on his team’s play-in game vs. the Clippers first and foremost.

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Chris Mannix’s NBA MVP Ballot: The Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokić Debate

Along with a strong top three, this season’s ballot has six players who can make strong arguments that they deserve the award.

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Chris Mannix’s Notes: Giannis Antetokounmpo on the Clock, Portland’s Early Hotel Checkout

Plus, Kon Knueppel’s Rookie of the Year stock watch and examining Doug Christie’s return as Kings coach.

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How Luka Dončić's Appeal of NBA’s 65-Game Rule Could Cost Kon Knueppel Rookie of the Year

Kon Knueppel had the bad luck of having a bad game before awards ballots have been turned in—even if it isn’t supposed to count in the voting.

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As Lakers Prepare for Rockets Series, Luka Dončić's Status Remains a Mystery

The Los Angeles Lakers have no update on Luka Dončić's status as their first playoff game against the Rockets approaches.

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NBA Draft Lottery Odds Are Official: Where Every Team Stands After the Dust Settles on a Tank-Filled Season

After a season in which tanking hit a fever pitch, the odds for next month’s NBA draft lottery are officially set.

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Nikola Jokić’s Latest Historic First Would Make Him an MVP in Any Other Season

Nikola Jokić outdid himself again this season by becoming the first player in NBA history to lead the league in rebounds and assists per game.

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Kevin Durant Has the Postseason Edge on LeBron James, But Historically the Lakers Own the Rockets

Kevin Durant is 2–1 against LeBron James in the NBA Finals, but the Lakers have won four straight postseason series against the Rockets.

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The NBA Is About to Lose a Generation of Rivalries—Here’s How the Next Generation Can Replace Them

LeBron James and Stephen Curry have defined a generation of basketball with huge games against each other. Which rivalries will define the next generation?

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Victor Wembanyama Saved the NBA From a Ton of Embarrassment With Brilliant Performance vs. Mavs

Victor Wembanyama will be your Defensive Player of the Year. He almost wasn’t, and for all the wrong reasons.

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After Adapting to Lesser Role, Lakers Now Need LeBron James to Step Up Again

With Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves sidelined, the burden shifts to the four-time champion to pull off some magic.

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NBA Championship Power Rankings: Why These Six Teams Have the Best Shot at Winning a Title

Breaking down the six teams left standing in the final edition of SI’s NBA championship power rankings.

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Luka Dončić Seeking Special Treatment for Hamstring Injury in Spain As Lakers Push for Playoffs

Lakers star Luka Dončić is headed overseas for treatment on his hamstring in order to return to the court as quickly as possible.

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NBA MVP Watch: How Luka Dončić’s Injury Changes the Race With One Week to Go

With Luka Dončić out of the NBA MVP picture, here’s how the race is stacking up with one week left in the regular season.

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Nikola Jokić vs. Victor Wembanyama Delivers a Battle Worthy of the Hype

The Nuggets star’s late-game magic, capped by his signature fadeaway, proved the difference in a showdown of MVP candidates and Western Conference contenders.

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Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves Injuries Could Completely Undo Lakers’ March Progress Ahead of Playoffs

After ending March on a high note, injuries have the Lakers suddenly scrambling ahead of the playoffs.

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Lakers Discuss How to Move Forward with Luka Dončić Sidelined

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić is out indefinitely with a hamstring injury. JJ Redick and LeBron James discussed how the team can move forward while he’s out.

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Luka Dončić Injury Update is Devastating News for Streaking Lakers

Luka Dončić is out indefinitely due to a hamstring injury. He’ll miss the rest of the regular season in a big blow to the Lakers.

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The Spurs Are Entering the Playoffs Inexperienced. How Much Does It Actually Matter?

Recent history, and conventional wisdom, says Victor Wembanyama & Co. need more time to form a championship squad.

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Luka Dončić‘s Technical Foul Suspension May Cost Him His Awards Season

Luka Dončić will fall one game short of awards eligibility because he was suspended one game because he had 16 technical fouls.

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Luka Dončić’s Injury Led to Tense Moment Between Austin Reaves and a Courtside Thunder Fan

Luka Dončić’ left Thursday night’s game in third quarter after suffering a hamstring injury.

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Thunder Show Lakers the Gap Between Good and Great

Amid a string of success, Los Angeles runs into its kryptonite and a cast of players who don’t have to be at their best to be terrifyingly effective.

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