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We’re bringing you the best of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, presented by Google, with the NBA.com live blog, featuring all of the meaningful moments, performances, observations, news,

The NBA today announced the 36 officials who have been selected to officiate the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs presented by Google. Below is the list of officials for the first round ⬇️ More: https://t.co/oTcKsDpa5D pic.twitter.com/dhUznkCKK7

Eyes are turned to the NBA playoff games, but with these games also comes Awards season. Sunday marks the evening where finalists are announced for each of the major award categories, including Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and everything in between.

Submit a perfect bracket to win the grand prize of $1M in the NBA Pick 'Em Bracket Challenge, presented by Castrol. 50 players will also win additional prizes.

The Rockets became the fifth team in the West to clinch a playoff berth despite not playing, while the Cavaliers can clinch a spot with a win.

Visit ESPN for New York Knicks live scores, video highlights, and latest news. Find standings and the full 2025-26 season schedule.

Ad Age’s 2026 Creativity Awards honor the industry’s most compelling work and the people who made the campaigns come to life.