Rockets Rally, Celtics Dominate: NBA Playoff Highlights from Sunday
Sunday's NBA playoff action saw the Raptors, Spurs, Celtics, and Rockets emerge victorious, shifting the dynamics of several series. Houston Rockets avoided a sweep against Los Angeles Lakers, winning 115-96. Despite missing Kevin Durant, the Rockets showcased resilience, with Amen Thompson leading the charge with 23 points. Conversely, LeBron James struggled, scoring only 10 points on 2-of-9 shooting and committing eight turnovers. Toronto Raptors tied their series with the Cleveland Cavaliers at 2-2, winning 93-89 in a defensive battle that set a record for the worst shooting performance in a playoff win. Notably, Collin Murray-Boyles made significant contributions, including a game-saving defensive play against Donovan Mitchell. San Antonio Spurs triumphed over the Portland Trail Blazers 114-93, leading 3-1 in the series. Despite a rocky start, the Spurs dominated the second half, led by Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox, who scored 28 points. In a commanding performance, the Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 128-96, taking a 3-1 series lead. Payton Pritchard was a standout with 32 points, showcasing his offensive versatility. Key Results: Raptors 93, Cavaliers 89 – Series tied 2-2 Spurs 114, Trail Blazers 93 – San Antonio leads 3-1 Celtics 128, 76ers 96 – Boston leads 3-1 Rockets 115, Lakers 96 – L.A. leads 3-1 Winners: Young Rockets: Demonstrated growth with a strong team effort. Collin Murray-Boyles: Key defensive plays in crunch time. Payton Pritchard: Elite scoring performance for Boston. Losers: LeBron James: Struggled significantly in Game 4. Cavaliers' Backcourt: Underperformed and committed turnovers. Scoot Henderson: Failed to score after a strong series start. The playoffs continue to deliver surprises as teams battle for advancement.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-04-27