NBA Playoffs Round 1: Complete Series Standings After April 25 Games

The 2026 NBA Playoffs first round is reaching its decisive phase. After Friday and Saturday's games, the picture is becoming clearer across both conferences. Here is your complete guide to where every series stands heading into Sunday's action.

Eastern Conference

The Oklahoma City Thunder have already completed a 4-0 sweep of the Phoenix Suns, becoming the first team through to the second round. In the other Eastern matchups, the Boston Celtics lead the Philadelphia 76ers 2-1 after Jayson Tatum's 25-point fourth-quarter masterclass in Game 3, and the New York Knicks have levelled their series with the Atlanta Hawks at 2-2 following a dominant 114-98 Game 4 victory. The Cleveland Cavaliers lead the Toronto Raptors 2-1, but Toronto's stunning 126-104 Game 3 win has given them real belief heading into Game 4 on Sunday.

Western Conference

The Los Angeles Lakers hold a commanding 3-0 lead over the Houston Rockets and can complete the sweep in Game 4 on Sunday night. LeBron James has been sensational, averaging 25.3 points without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The Orlando Magic shocked the Detroit Pistons 113-105 to take a 2-1 series lead, while the San Antonio Spurs also lead 2-1 after winning on the road. The Minnesota Timberwolves lead the Denver Nuggets 2-1 in what has been a physical, closely-fought series.

Sunday's Schedule

Two games are scheduled for Sunday: Cleveland at Toronto (Game 4, 1 p.m. ET) and Los Angeles Lakers at Houston (Game 4, 9:30 p.m. ET). Both have significant implications — the Lakers can sweep, while the Cavaliers-Raptors winner will take a crucial 3-1 or level the series at 2-2.

The first round has delivered drama, upsets, and vintage performances from the league's biggest stars. With several series heading to pivotal Game 4s and 5s this week, the real excitement is just getting started.