Starting 5: OKC clinches No. 1 seed
Published on April 9, 2026.
The Thunder secured their third consecutive season as the Western Conference playoffs began with a seventh consecutive win, securing the No. 1 seed for the West. This is a first time for Denver in the Jokić era, marking a third consecutive No.1 seed for defending champions. The Thunder has now secured the West's top seed and the league's best record, marking their second consecutive win. The Nuggets' 136-119 win over the Grizzlies marked their longest win streak since 2013. The series "Chasing History," the all-access series documenting the NBA playoffs presented by Google and NBA Finals, is back for another season on the NBA App. The current playoff picture is highlighted by the SoFi Play-In Tournament.
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