The first round of the NBA playoffs continued on Sunday with four more exciting matchups taking place across the league. The higher seeds once again defended their home courts as the Celtics, Clippers, Bucks, and Thunder all came out on top in their respective games.
Home teams went a perfect 4-0 on Sunday following a clean sweep on Saturday. The Celtics, Clippers, and Bucks all secured double-digit victories, while the Thunder edged out the Pelicans in the closest game of the night.
One of the standout performances of the evening came from Damian Lillard, who exploded for 35 points in the first half to lead the Bucks to victory. However, Giannis Antetokounmpo was sidelined for the Bucks due to injury.
In another key matchup, James Harden delivered a strong performance for the Clippers in the absence of Kawhi Leonard, helping his team secure the win. The Celtics also put on an impressive shooting display, hitting 22 3-pointers in their victory over the Heat.
The Thunder managed to come out on top thanks to a clutch late bucket from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, sealing the win for his team. Throughout the day, CBS Sports provided live updates, highlights, and in-depth analysis of all the action from the playoffs.
With the first round of the NBA playoffs in full swing, fans can expect more thrilling games and standout performances as the competition heats up. Stay tuned to Bio Prep Watch for all the latest updates and coverage of the NBA playoffs.