Despite coming off the bench on a minutes restriction, Anthony Edwards sparked the Timberwolves to a Game 1 playoff win over the Spurs.

Anthony Edwards returned to the court, and the Timberwolves earned a hard-fought road win against the Spurs Monday night.

When it mattered most, the Philadelphia 76ers dug deep and pulled away behind their stars in order to force a Game 7 back to Boston.

The top-seeded Detroit Pistons avoided elimination, winning Game 5 of their first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic.

Ben Lambert, for NBA.com Hawks steal one at MSG, Timberwolves even series in Denver and more from Monday's slate. What a night! Relive the best of Monday night’s action in the 2026 NBA Playoffs with the NBA.

3:33-1st: Dean Wade entered the game after Merrill's run and made a 24-foot three-point shot tying the game at 24. 5:35-1st: Sam Merrill hit a 22-foot three-point shot. In only two minutes, Merrill contributes 5 points (1-1 from three) and an assist. Toronto leads 22-17.

The Knicks obliterated the Sixers Monday to become the first team in NBA playoff history to win three straight games by at least 25 points.

Controlling the end of the game, the Cavs beat the Raptors, won the series 4-3, and advanced in the NBA playoffs.

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LeBron James and LA can close out in Houston.