NBA Playoffs Wrap First Round & The Second Tips Off

Tonight's NBA Playoff Action

Indiana Pacers 121, Cleveland Cavaliers 112 (Game 1 – East Semifinals)

The Indiana Pacers stunned the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers on the road, taking Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 23 points and 6 assists, while Tyrese Haliburton added 22 points and 13 assists of his own. Despite Donovan Mitchell's 33 points and Evan Mobley's 20 point 10 rebound performance for the Cavaliers, Indiana's balanced attack secured the 1–0 series lead.

Golden State Warriors 103, Houston Rockets 89 (Game 7 – West First Round)

The Golden State Warriors advanced to the second round of the NBA Playoffs by defeating the Houston Rockets in Game 7. Buddy Hield led the Warriors with 33 points going 9-11 from three, and Stephen Curry added 22 points, including 14 in the fourth quarter. After taking the final spot in the Western Conference semifinals, the Warriors face the Minnesota Timberwolves with game one tipping on Tuesday. ​

Tomorrow's Games – May 5, 2025

New York Knicks @ Boston Celtics – Game 1 (East Semifinals) 4:00 PM PT

The Boston Celtics host the New York Knicks in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. The Celtics, fresh off a 4–1 series win over the Orlando Magic, face a Knicks team that edged out the Detroit Pistons in six games.

Denver Nuggets @ Oklahoma City Thunder – Game 1 (West Semifinals) 6:30 PM PT

The well rested Oklahoma City Thunder welcome the Denver Nuggets for Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal matchup. The Thunder, who swept the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round, face a Nuggets team that are coming off next to no rest since they advanced after a seven-game series against the LA Clippers.

Pregame Sports Bar Crawl: Las Vegas Edition

Experience the game like never before with our Pregame Sports pub crawl in Las Vegas! Join fellow basketball fans for exclusive drink specials at some of the city's top sports bars. It's the ultimate way to gear up for game night. Stay tuned for upcoming events and details!