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Last updated: April 6, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Playoff Push & Roster Moves

As the final week of the 2025-26 regular season commences, teams are addressing roster needs while league observers break down lingering questions surrounding playoff seeding and the looming lottery outcomes. In a move designed to shore up inside depth, the Atlanta Hawks officially added former Pacer Tony Bradley, who posted averages of 4 points and 2.8 rebounds across 38 games this season. This activity occurs while key stars battle injuries; Luka Doncic will seek specialized treatment in Europe for a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, aiming to rejoin the Lakers alongside Austin Reaves for the postseason.

Star Returns & Individual Honors

The return of major talent provided immediate impact across the league, though some players faced pointed commentary from rivals. Stephen Curry returned Sunday night, dropping 29 points in just 26 minutes against the Rockets, a performance that immediately injected belief into the Warriors’ slim playoff hopes. Meanwhile, rookie Cooper Flagg surpassed Kon Knueppel to become the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year after delivering a near triple-double featuring 45 points in his latest outing. Separately, the Milwaukee Bucks poked fun at Lakers star LeBron James after he publicly stated his current aversion to playing in Milwaukee and Memphis.