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Portland Trail Blazers Stun Spurs After Wembanyama Injury
The Portland Trail Blazers rallied to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 106-103 in NBA playoffs, exploiting an injury to star Victor Wembanyama who suffered a concussion in the first half. This marked a significant road upset for the No. 7 seed Portland over No. 2 San Antonio.
Lakers Down Rockets to Take 2-0 Series Lead
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 2-0 lead over the Houston Rockets in their first-round playoff series by winning at home. They are one of only two higher seeds, alongside Cleveland, to hold serve through two games.
Road Teams Dominate Early NBA Playoff Games
Road teams have pushed back strongly in the NBA playoffs' opening days, winning several key games and stealing home-court advantages. The first six playoff games saw home teams prevail by an average of 18.5 points, but upsets followed.
Cleveland Cavaliers Up 2-0 on Toronto
The Cleveland Cavaliers hold a 2-0 series lead over Toronto after winning both home games in the first round. They join the Lakers as the only top seeds maintaining home dominance so far.
Orlando Magic Upset No. 1 Detroit in Game 1
East No. 8 Orlando shocked No. 1 Detroit with a Game 1 road victory on Sunday. Detroit aims to even the series in Game 2 on Wednesday.
Atlanta Hawks Beat New York Knicks on the Road
East No. 6 Atlanta defeated No. 3 New York in their playoff matchup on Monday night. This road win highlights the trend of lower seeds prevailing away.
Minnesota Timberwolves Top Denver Nuggets
West No. 6 Minnesota beat No. 3 Denver on the road late Monday, contributing to the wave of playoff upsets. The series remains early but competitive.
Philadelphia 76ers Defeat Boston Celtics in Game 1
East No. 7 Philadelphia pulled off a road win over No. 2 Boston on Tuesday. This upset adds to the excitement of lower-seeded teams performing strongly away.
Oklahoma City Thunder Eye 2-0 Lead Over Phoenix
Oklahoma City could join Cleveland and Lakers with a 2-0 lead if they win Game 2 against Phoenix on Wednesday. Their series is tied 1-1 entering the matchup.
Victor Wembanyama Exits Spurs-Blazers Game with Concussion
San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama left the playoff game against Portland with a concussion in the first half. His injury proved pivotal as the Blazers mounted a comeback victory.
NCAA Basketball Scores Available for April 22
RealGM reports NCAA basketball scores and schedules for April 22, 2026, amid ongoing college season activity. Detailed results are accessible on their platform.