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NBA Showdown: Cavaliers, Nuggets Gear Up for Playoff Push

3/25/2026

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NBA Playoff Showdown

Two key NBA games will air tonight on NBC and Peacock, impacting playoff standings.
The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Orlando Magic after trading Darius Garland for James Harden.
The Orlando Magic acquired Desmond Bane.
The Denver Nuggets, with Nikola Jokic returning, aim to improve playoff chances.
In college basketball, the Sweet 16 features St. John's led by Rick Pitino against Duke, while Texas remains the last Cinderella.

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Hawks Surge Forward

The Atlanta Hawks have won 12 of their last 13 games, moving up in the standings.
The Toronto Raptors, Philadelphia 76ers, Orlando Magic, and Miami Heat have gone 5-5 in their last ten.
The Charlotte Hornets have won 5 of their last 6 games.
Joel Embiid and Paul George are returning from injuries, affecting team dynamics as the playoff picture remains uncertain with few games left.

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NBA Playoff Showdown

Two key NBA games will air tonight on NBC and Peacock, impacting playoff standings.
The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Orlando Magic after trading Darius Garland for James Harden.
The Orlando Magic acquired Desmond Bane.
The Denver Nuggets, with Nikola Jokic returning, aim to improve playoff chances.
In college basketball, the Sweet 16 features St. John's led by Rick Pitino against Duke, while Texas remains the last Cinderella.

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