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Last updated: April 13, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

NBA Playoff Seeding & Results

The Denver Nuggets secured the Western Conference's third seed following a decisive 128-118 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, with Nikola Jokic scoring 23 points in the first half to solidify their postseason positioning 1. This result finalized the structure for the upcoming postseason, as the Eastern and Western Conference playoff brackets have been officially set across the league following Sunday’s slate of games. Teams now turn their attention fully toward the 2026 NBA playoffs schedule, with seeding locked in for the initial rounds.

Golf & Motorsports Milestones

Rory McIlroy added a rare Masters defense to his career résumé 3, overcoming a substantial Saturday deficit where a six-shot lead evaporated before he ultimately secured his second green jacket 6. Meanwhile, in NASCAR, 23-year-old Ty Gibbs claimed his first Cup Series victory 7 at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee, outdueling established competitors Ryan Blaney and Kyle Larson in an overtime finish, providing a significant moment for the Gibbs family dynasty.

Rugby Union Governance & Player Focus

The complexities of Welsh rugby governance are set for another reckoning as the latest extraordinary general meeting (EGM) convenes Monday evening at the Principality Stadium, signaling ongoing internal turmoil 2. Amidst these administrative challenges, players are focused on immediate club performance; hooker Liam Belcher affirmed that he must first fight for his Cardiff spot 5 before allowing himself to contemplate pushing for selection in the upcoming Wales national team setup.