Who would have thought that the Lakers, missing two key players like Doncic and Reaves, could become the first team this postseason to lead 3-0. The Rockets are already teetering on the edge of the cliff; without exaggeration, we can bid them farewell—their season has effectively ended. Throughout NBA history, there have been 159 instances of a team trailing 0-3 in the playoffs, and none have ever managed to overcome it.

On April 26, Beijing time, the NBA playoffs continued. The Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 112-96 at home, taking a 3-1 lead in the series. The Timberwolves suffered consecutive injury setbacks during the game, with DiVincenzo (Achilles tear, season-ending) and Edwards (left knee injury) both exiting. The Nuggets led by 4 points at halftime, but the Timberwolves overtook them in the second half and secured the win. Jokic contributed 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 9 assists.

On April 26, in Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs first round, the Timberwolves defeated the Nuggets 112-96, taking a 3-1 series lead. In this game, DiVincenzo suffered a torn Achilles tendon after just 79 seconds, ending his season, while Edwards left the game due to a left knee injury. Dosunmu scored a career-high 43 points.

On April 26 Beijing time, the Spurs updated their injury report, stating that star player Wembanyama is still undergoing the concussion safety evaluation process, and his status for Game 4 is questionable. In Game 3, Wembanyama was initially listed as questionable and downgraded to out before the game. This Defensive Player of the Year has been sidelined since hitting his head on the floor during the second quarter of Game 2.

On April 26 Beijing time, the Spurs' official social media posted multiple photos of Duncan with the caption: "Tim Duncan, happy birthday! Let's all wish this 'Big Fundamental' a happy birthday!" The Spurs official account also forwarded Ginobili's blessing. Ginobili shared a blurry photo of the two and wrote: "Happy birthday to the 50-year-old old man!

The offense of these two teams may not appear smooth, but the defensive intensity is absolutely bone-crushing, making viewers' blood boil and their wrench thirst for action.

On April 26 Beijing time, the NBA officially released the last two-minute referee report for Game 3 of the Rockets-Lakers series. The report shows that there were two missed calls in the final two minutes of the fourth quarter and the final two minutes of overtime, one of which could have affected the outcome. Should the Rockets have won without overtime? The first missed call occurred with 25.5 seconds left in the fourth quarter. At that time, Smart was awarded three free throws and made all three.

Wow, gossip alert~ American rapper Megan Thee Stallion (Ma Dongmei) suddenly accused Thompson of cheating on her personal social media: "Cheating while taking me to meet the whole family and acting like a couple playing house, I'm done, goodbye..." Their relationship was officially confirmed in July last year, and they frequently showed intense affection publicly, yet parted ways within a year.

On April 26 Beijing time, Rockets head coach Udoka stated today that the injured team core Durant's condition has improved, but whether he can play in Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday remains undecided. The Rockets are currently on the brink of elimination. On the official Game 4 injury report, Durant is listed as questionable (50% chance to play). Durant missed Game 3 due to a left ankle sprain.

On April 26 Beijing time, rapper Megan Thee Stallion posted a series of content on her Instagram Stories today, accusing her boyfriend, Mavericks guard Klay Thompson, of infidelity and questioning his ability to maintain a monogamous relationship.