Conference Semifinals Dates, Matchups, and How to Watch
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Check out the top highlights, stats and observations from Monday's action in the Conference Semifinals of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Ben Lambert, for NBA.com Amthony Edwards and the Timberwolves took home court advantage by defeating the Spurs in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals series.
One star and one role player from the eight teams left in the 2026 NBA playoffs whose performance (or availability) could swing their team's fortunes.
The Knicks take over the top spot on the Eastern Conference odds board because the Boston Celtics — the highest power-rated team in the East by oddsmakers heading into the postseason and the previous favorite — lost to the 76ers in seven games after having a 3-1 series lead.