The NBA 2026 playoffs left a day full of impact, with performances that set the course for the first round series. The main protagonist was once again LeBron James, who at 41 years of age led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 101-94 victory over the Houston Rockets, putting the series 2-0 in their favor.
LeBron scored 28 points in a key game, carrying the team in the absence of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, whose availability remains uncertain. His performance reaffirms his validity in the elite, even in a scenario of maximum demand as the 2026 NBA playoffs. On Houston’s side, Kevin Durant returned with 23 points and reached the 5,000-point mark in the playoffs, consolidating his position as one of the all-time leading scorers in the postseason. However, it was not enough to stop the Lakers, who will now travel to Houston with an advantage.
Concern in San Antonio over Wembanyama’s health
One of the most sensitive moments of NBA Playoffs 2026 was the departure of Victor Wembanyama with a concussion during the San Antonio Spurs’ 103-106 loss to Portland Trail Blazers.
The Frenchman, recently recognized as Defensive Player of the Year, suffered a fall in the second quarter that activated the NBA’s concussion protocol.
His condition creates uncertainty for the upcoming games of the series.
On the sports side, the Spurs let a 14-point lead slip away in the fourth quarter.
Portland reacted strongly, led by Scoot Henderson, who scored 31 points, accompanied by key contributions from Jrue Holiday and Deni Avdija.
LeBron scored 28 points in a key game
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Philadelphia surprises Boston and changes the series
Another of the big surprises on this day of the 2026 NBA Playoffs was the Philadelphia 76ers ‘ 111-97 victory over the Boston Celtics at TD Garden to even the series.
Philadelphia found its best offensive version, highlighted by 30 points from V.J. Edgecombe and 29 from Tyrese Maxey.
The difference was in the effectiveness from the perimeter: the Sixers made 19 three-pointers compared to 13 of 50 attempts by Boston.
For the Celtics, Jaylen Brown shined with 36 points, while Jayson Tatum nearly had a triple-double with 19 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists.
The series now shifts to Philadelphia, where the 76ers will look to take advantage of the home venue.
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