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Magic 129, Pacers 115
Hawks 124, 76ers 110
Celtics 130, Hornets 94
Cavaliers 108, Knicks 102
Bulls 119, Wizards 89
Heat 153, Pelicans 104
Mavericks 124, Raptors 102
Timberwolves 117, Nets 91
Nuggets 117, Grizzlies 109
Thunder 145, Jazz 111
Suns 117, Spurs 98
Warriors 103, Trail Blazers 86
Clippers 101, Kings 100
Lakers 140, Rockets 109
The Eastern Conference#SoFiPlayInTournament and #1-6#NBAPlayoffs seedings are FINALIZED πΏ
#8 Hawks taking on #7 Magic#10 Heat facing #9 Bulls
Who progresses to the next round? pic.twitter.com/aMXa2O7bqC
β NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) April 12, 2025
In his inaugural season at the helm, JJ Redick has guided the Lakers to 50 victories, earning them the third seed. The Rockets played without most of their starting lineup, which was evident in the final outcome.
Austin Reaves ended up with 23 points, shining brightest in the fourth quarter.
Austin Reaves powers through contact and receives kudos from LeBron π€ pic.twitter.com/RZmbCR1vJh
β NBA (@NBA) April 12, 2025
The Clippers held their ground and secured fifth place in the Western Conference heading into the final matchup!
Marking their seventh consecutive win π pic.twitter.com/Fj0kB1Bnv7
β NBA (@NBA) April 12, 2025
The Clippers narrowly avoided defeat thanks to a last-minute shot attempt from DeMar DeRozan that missed the mark. James Harden and Derrick Jones Jr. led LAβs efforts with a remarkable play that stood out from the night.
WHAT π A π PLAY π
James Harden βοΈ Derrick Jones Jr. pic.twitter.com/59nWv3G8LS
β LA Clippers (@LAClippers) April 12, 2025
As the clock winds down under a minute in Sacramento, the contest remains tightly contested. DeMar DeRozan hits a jumper, narrowing it to a single possession.
Deebo surpasses Reggie π With his field goal made with 6:29 remaining in the fourth, DeMar DeRozan has eclipsed Reggie Miller for 25th place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. pic.twitter.com/lIJ5yLxD9K
β Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) April 12, 2025
The Warriors are comfortably on track for victory against the Trail Blazers, leading by more than 20 points with six minutes left in the final quarter. Jimmy Butler tallied a team-high 24 points, including an impressive and-one reverse layup.
Jimmy Butler III https://t.co/tKaV7dayjL pic.twitter.com/Abi3sUiGiR
β Golden State Warriors (@warriors) April 12, 2025
SOARIN’ OVER CALIFORNIA βοΈ
BEN SIMMONS βοΈ DERRICK JONES JR. pic.twitter.com/swcnF1bFHS
β LA Clippers (@LAClippers) April 12, 2025
In their last regular-season game in Denver, the Nuggets delighted the crowd with a thrilling comeback against the Memphis Grizzlies, securing the victory with key moments on both ends of the floor.
BIG TIME WIN SECURED pic.twitter.com/pFVJZ0KET6
β Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 12, 2025
LeBron dishes a behind-the-back assistβ¦
To Reaves for a three off the glass π―
The Lakers lead after the first quarter on NBA TV! pic.twitter.com/SADxfrU4UR
β NBA (@NBA) April 12, 2025
Murray’s absence has been felt recently for Denver, but tonight he showcased his value with key assists and crucial shots, attempting to spur a comeback.
MAL MID-RANGE pic.twitter.com/EInGUoVUNi
β Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 12, 2025
Jok doing his usual magic pic.twitter.com/bz4WpiOa19
β Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 12, 2025
Luka DonΔiΔ and LeBron James are both leading the Lakers’ scoring efforts tonight. The two have combined for over half of the teamβs points as LA maintains its lead over Houston in the second quarter.
LUKA TO LEBRON IS A WORK OF ART π€©π€©
PERFECT ALLEY-OOP TO A ONE-HANDED JAM! pic.twitter.com/1g6tjtYQC3
β NBA (@NBA) April 12, 2025
Nikola JokiΔ secures a triple-double with his 10th assist of the evening!
Things are heating up in Denver as we head into crunch time πΏ pic.twitter.com/x5yAMjdDjA
β NBA (@NBA) April 12, 2025
A Russell Westbrook three-pointer ties it up at 88. This game is far from over, as Memphis aims to clinch the win on the road with playoff seeding at stake.
OH MY JAMAL MURRAY π€―
Behind-the-back DIME to Aaron Gordon!!!
Grizzlies/Nuggets in a nail-biter on NBA League Pass πΏ pic.twitter.com/9API80wrQU
β NBA (@NBA) April 12, 2025
Stephen Curry is continuing his impressive performance, filling up the score sheet early for the Warriors. The Trail Blazers remain resilient, trailing by just five points as the second quarter progresses.
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β Golden State Warriors (@warriors) April 12, 2025
Both teams have players in double digits at halftime π pic.twitter.com/EOG8gwn5qT
β Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) April 12, 2025
16 Assists π€ 21 Buckets pic.twitter.com/hEOmPcRUnt
β Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) April 12, 2025
Threading the needle πͺ‘
We lead 129-87 with 6:11 remaining in the game. pic.twitter.com/3K0EAzWEe6
β Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) April 12, 2025
An easy task for Matas. pic.twitter.com/ihZMDXEmVF
β Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) April 12, 2025
Bπ₯π₯M pic.twitter.com/x9b2CIWILv
β Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) April 12, 2025
π¨ TRIPLE-DOUBLE π¨ pic.twitter.com/uPYJXJK3Si
β Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) April 12, 2025
The Cavaliers executed a tough-fought victory tonight, highlighted by clutch shots from Max Strus and Darius Garland in the closing moments. Strus finished with 19 points, including five three-pointers, while Garland also had an impressive night with 26 points and 13 assists.
Despite the loss, New York remains in third place in the Eastern Conference, thanks to Indiana’s defeat against Orlando.
CAVS WIN! @KayJewelers | #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/xXQqGIvEmz
β Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) April 12, 2025
Max Strus had the Knicks on their heels after sinking consecutive three-pointers, paired with a key block on the opposite end in the final moments of a closely-fought game.
MAX. STRUS.
B2B THREES. #LetEmKnow
β Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) April 12, 2025
Peyton Watson’s slam against the Memphis Grizzlies was an incredible moment in real-time, looking even more spectacular in slow motion. The highlight energized the home crowd as the team worked to overcome a 10-point deficit in the second quarter.
NAH P-WAT THAT’S CRAZY pic.twitter.com/rZX1Y8dNlU
β Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 12, 2025
Itβs crunch time at Madison Square Garden, as the Cleveland Cavaliers have leveled the score at 92. They’re aiming to secure their first lead since the opening quarter in what promises to be an exciting finish between two top Eastern Conference contenders.
SEVEN STRAIGHT. pic.twitter.com/hiB75aRVtC
β Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) April 12, 2025
The Bucks leaned heavily on Giannisβ remarkable triple-double to claim victory against Detroit. This marks Milwaukeeβs seventh consecutive win, providing a strong boost as they gear up for the postseason, albeit without their second star.
New York has been solid against the conference’s leading team, driven by Jalen Brunsonβs 20 points. Both squads are missing significant players, as Donovan Mitchell and Karl-Anthony Towns are resting for this matchup.
New York maintains a seven-point lead entering the fourth quarter.
Landry Shamet nets his fourth three-pointer of the night π₯π₯π₯π₯ pic.twitter.com/MWfpDx8vhX
β NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) April 12, 2025
Giannis delivers a MONSTER triple-double against the Pistons π€π₯
32 PTS | 15 AST | 11 REB
Bucks claim the No. 5 seed in the East π¦ pic.twitter.com/dnuQ92RmcE
β Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 12, 2025
Friday night wrapped up perfectly β #DifferentHere pic.twitter.com/31JVNSHIOR
β Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 12, 2025
36 FOR TRAE π₯Ά 6 THREES pic.twitter.com/V2r0LXTvlO
β Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) April 12, 2025
MAGIC TRIUMPHS πͺ pic.twitter.com/piP9imaigH
β Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) April 12, 2025
The ball movement on display π pic.twitter.com/QhLlpubIoG
β Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) April 12, 2025
The Pacers hoped to keep their chances alive for the third seed going into this matchup, but Orlando’s first-half dominance has sidelined those aspirations. The Magic held a commanding 72-49 lead at halftime, driven by Trevelin Queenβs stellar performance.
Trevelin Queen at halftime against IND:
16 PTS 5 REB 6-6 FG 4 3PM 11 MIN off the bench pic.twitter.com/8fEr0P5RQo
β Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) April 12, 2025
Johnny Furphy, a rookie for the Pacers, electrified the crowd with an impressive dunk in the second quarter, a strong candidate for dunk of the night.
JOHNNY FURPHY WITH A POSTER DUNK π₯ pic.twitter.com/Hmb9k1uv08
β NBA TV (@NBATV) April 11, 2025
Max Strus ignited Cleveland’s offense by nailing his first two attempts from beyond the arc. New York desperately needs the win to maintain their lead over Indiana, which is just one game behind them in the standings.
Two shots, six points. #LetEmKnow pic.twitter.com/W0dSmMuZvP
β Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) April 11, 2025
Kevin Porter Jr. is stepping up for Milwaukee, who is missing Damian Lillard for an extended period. He has proven to be a scoring threat in recent games and showcased his facilitation skills with a nice alley-oop to Giannis Antetokounmpo.
KPJ finds Giannis up π pic.twitter.com/k2vB4v5Fgd
β NBA TV (@NBATV) April 11, 2025
Cade Cunningham was particularly impressive, netting 12 points in the first quarter against the Bucks.
Cade starting strong π₯
12 PTS | 6-8 FG in the opening quarter pic.twitter.com/rlktiPCxts
β Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) April 11, 2025
Kyle Kuzma and Ryan Rollins sparked Milwaukeeβs offense against Detroit by hitting consecutive three-pointers. The Pistons are putting up a fight as the first quarter showcases a high-scoring tempo. With three minutes remaining, Detroit leads 28-24.
Kuz and Ry go back-to-back from deep.
Quick 8-0 run. pic.twitter.com/5Dh5H4EhKO
β Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) April 11, 2025
The 76ers, missing most of their starters, have allowed players like Lonnie Walker IV to step into the spotlight. He had a block on Trae Young before sprinting down the court to sink a three-pointer.
Block β‘οΈ Bucket pic.twitter.com/PjqJRVa0oR
β Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) April 11, 2025
Our guys had to meet Ida π€© https://t.co/NGDSX5R0G pic.twitter.com/5RUUQbFGyg
β Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) April 11, 2025
