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Last updated: April 20, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NBA Playoffs & Player Awards

The Cavaliers hosted the Raptors for Game 2 of their first-round series, though Toronto entered the matchup facing adversity as guard Immanuel Quickley was again ruled out due to a right hamstring strain. Separately, the league recognized its defensive excellence as Victor Wembanyama captured DPOY, becoming the youngest winner in history and the first to achieve the honor unanimously at just 22 years old.

Draft Order Finalized

In off-court administrative action, the NBA finalized the 2026 draft order by breaking ties for positions 15 through 30, setting the stage for next month's lottery. This procedural move clarifies the positioning for teams nestled inside the lottery pool, giving clubs a clearer picture of where their 60 potential picks stand before the final selection order is determined.