The 2026 NBA postseason tips off Tuesday, when the Charlotte Hornets host the Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns host the Portland Trail Blazers in night one of the play-in tournament. Which East team will get one step closer to the 8-seed, and which West contender will secure a matchup with the 2-seeded San Antonio Spurs?
Our NBA experts are picking Tuesday's games, plus every play-in showdown and first-round series.
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