Kerr's contract has expired, but according to reports, many in the Warriors locker room expect him to return to the team, with a new contract worth $20 million per year. When Kerr previously discussed related topics, he clearly stated that he does not want to leave Curry and absolutely will not coach any other NBA team besides the Warriors. Curry's current contract expires in the summer of 2027, with a salary of $62.59 million for the 26-27 season; Butler & Draymond Green's contracts also expire next summer.

Did Paolo Banchero intentionally underperform in the regular season and play-in games, just to ambush the Pistons in the playoffs? The 2022 draft's top pick, Paolo Banchero, shot 8 for 15, scoring 23 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists, leading the eighth-seeded Magic to a 112-101 road victory over the top-seeded Pistons. The opposing 2021 top pick, Cade Cunningham, had a futile 39 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, while the "Little Beast" Jalen Duren only managed 8 points and 7 rebounds. Such a crazy upset by the lower seed...

Most of today's four playoff games were relatively uneventful. The Thunder and Celtics easily secured their first victories without much struggle. Although the Pistons stumbled, considering their similar style to the Magic, it wasn't too surprising that the young Pistons were overwhelmed in their first game. As for the Trail Blazers and Spurs, there was even less suspense.

On April 20, Beijing time, in the Western Conference first round of the NBA playoffs, the Spurs faced the Trail Blazers at home. In the first half, Wembanyama performed excellently, while the Trail Blazers relied on Avdija to hold on, allowing the Spurs to secure a double-digit lead. The third quarter was tightly contested, with the Spurs gradually expanding their advantage. In the final quarter, the Spurs pushed the lead to over 20 points, leaving the Trail Blazers unable to recover.

On April 20 Beijing time, the NBA playoffs continued. Before the Pistons vs. Magic game, the NBA officially announced the candidate lists for four awards. During the halftime break of the Pistons and Magic game, the candidate lists for three more awards were announced.

On April 20 Beijing time, the NBA playoffs first round continued. In the Eastern Conference G1, the Celtics defeated the 76ers 123-91 at home; in the Western Conference G1, the Thunder defeated the Suns 119-84 at home. Celtics 123-91 Victory Over 76ers In the Eastern Conference G1, the Celtics defeated the 76ers 123-91 at home, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.

On April 20 Beijing time, the NBA playoffs continued. Before the Pistons vs. Magic game, the NBA officially announced the candidate lists for four awards.

On April 20th Beijing time, the Warriors' 2025-26 season has concluded, and Porzingis is about to enter the unrestricted free agent market. According to NBA reporter Rollins, Porzingis has not yet decided his next move. Throughout his career, Porzingis has long been plagued by injuries, and after being traded to the Golden State Warriors in February this year, health issues have continued to trouble him.

On April 19 Beijing time, the Rockets without Durant lost Game 1. According to reporter Amick, Durant himself was extremely frustrated about being unable to play in the first playoff game. Amick reported that about two hours before the game, Durant tested his injured knee on the court. Even without a medical examination, it was clear that his injury was obvious, his condition poor, and his face full of pain.

McDaniels stepped under Murray's foot, resulting in a Flagrant 1 foul. Jokić's nose was hit and bleeding. Randle's sneaky elbow in the paint knocked Gordon down flat. Although the Nuggets secured a 116-105 home victory over the Timberwolves in playoff Game 1, they paid a significant price. The Nuggets' two stars: Murray with 30 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists, and a +13 plus/minus; Jokić with a triple-double of 25 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists, and a +9 plus/minus.