The 2024 NBA playoffs have been nothing short of thrilling, with teams battling it out in the first round to secure spots in the next stage of the competition. In the Western Conference, the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Oklahoma City Thunder have already advanced to the second round. The Nuggets and Timberwolves are set to face off in Denver after securing their spots, while the Dallas Mavericks and LA Clippers continue their intense series.
Over in the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics became the first team to move on to the next round after defeating the Miami Heat in Game 5. The New York Knicks will have another opportunity to close out the series against the Philadelphia 76ers after an impressive Game 5 comeback led by Tyrese Maxey's 46-point performance.
