Donovan Mitchell (30 pts, 7 reb, 5 ast) starred as the Cavaliers took Game 2 over the Raptors 115-105<\/a> to open the night, earning a 2-0 series lead.<\/p>\n The Hawks rallied in the final moments behind CJ McCollum (32 pts), winning the fourth quarter 28-15 to defeat the Knicks 107-106<\/a> on the road and even the series at 1-1.<\/p>\n The Timberwolves won a back-and-forth battle in Denver, coming back from 19 down to defeat the rival Nuggets 119-114<\/a> and tie their series 1-1.<\/p>\n What we know after Monday\u2019s games:<\/p>\n The Cavaliers are up 2-0 on the Raptors, while the Hawks-Knicks and Timberwolves-Nuggets series are tied 1-1. We\u2019ll reconvene these series Thursday with a Game 3 triple-header on Prime.<\/p>\n Knicks vs. Hawks, 7 ET APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 1:46 ET<\/p>\n Monday\u2019s results<\/p>\n Nikola Joki\u0107 (24 pts, 15 reb, 8 ast) is your top performer of the night, followed closely by James Harden (28 pts, 5 reb, 4 ast, 5 stl).<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 1:41 ET<\/p>\n Postgame Presser: Timberwolves-Nuggets<\/p>\n LIVE: Timberwolves\/Nuggets Game 2 Postgame Presser https:\/\/t.co\/osfuijSri0<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 1:25 ET<\/p>\n \u2018Minnesota! A shocker, here in Denver\u2019<\/p>\n The Timberwolves fought back to defeat the Nuggets 119-114<\/a> in a battle between familiar Western Conference foes, coming back from 19 down to prompt the capping call from Michael Grady.<\/p>\n Jamal Murray (30 pts) had a chance to cut the lead to one with 11 seconds to go, but his shot was long.<\/p>\n Donte DiVincenzo (16 pts) grabbed the board, prompting a give-and-go fast break that he capped with a game-sealing slam.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s 1-1. There\u2019s no driver\u2019s seat,\u201d said Anthony Edwards (30 pts, 10 reb, 3 3PM). \u201cHopefully, our fans rattle them a little bit when they come to our crib. We\u2019ll be ready.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cIt’s all we needed to do. Get one.\u201d \ud83d\ude24<\/p>\n Ant and the Wolves win Game 2 on the road and even the series in Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs presented by @Google<\/a>! https:\/\/t.co\/lc1TNT6Rp0<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/wnOM1wYQ4K<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The Nuggets and Timberwolves have played 30 times since 2022-23. They played with the focus built by familiarity tonight, trading huge plays down the stretch.<\/p>\n Nikola Joki\u0107 (24 pts, 15 reb, 8 ast) was brilliant in defeat.<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 1:20 ET<\/p>\n Back-and-forth we go<\/p>\n These teams are trading ridiculous plays. Gobert dunked on Joki\u0107. Donte DiVincenzo hit a cold-blooded 3-pointer. Joker slashed to the rim for a poster on Gobert.<\/p>\n High quality basketball in full flight.<\/p>\n 115-113 Minnesota with 30.6 seconds to go, Nuggets ball.<\/p>\n It\u2019s the 2026 NBA Playoffs, folks.<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 1:13 ET<\/p>\n Timberwolves rally into the lead<\/p>\n 110-107 Minnesota with 3:36 to go.<\/p>\n Delivering some trademark hustle and spark, Donte DiVincenzo (11 pts) assisted Jaden McDaniels with a transition dime, then scored a fast break layup of his own to send Minnesota to a timeout.<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 1:06 ET<\/p>\n Nuggets holding slim lead<\/p>\n 107-104 with 5:54 to go in the fourth quarter.<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards (30 pts) and Julius Randle (20 pts, 5 ast) put up the last four Timberwolves points, while Christian Braun (14 pts) prompted a Minnesota timeout with a big driving jam.<\/p>\n These two Northwest Division rivals are going toe-to-toe in one of the best games of the 2026 NBA Playoffs so far. Tune in to NBC and Peacock and end your night with some quality hoops!<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 12:53 ET<\/p>\n \u2018This game is insane\u2019<\/p>\n Brian Scalabrine aptly noted in the middle of a run that included back-to-back 3-pointers by Bruce Brown (7 pts) and eight straight points from Naz Reid, including a thunderous one-hand slam.<\/p>\n 101-98 Denver with 9:40 to go in the fourth.<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 12:47 ET<\/p>\n The Joker leads Denver to a three-point lead<\/p>\n Nikola Joki\u0107 (22 pts, 12 reb, 7 ast) scored 14 points in the third quarter, helping Denver to a 93-90 lead.<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards (28 pts) is delivering enough for a duel, though.<\/p>\n Catch the finish on NBC and Peacock!<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 12:41 ET<\/p>\n Takeaways: Raptors-Cavaliers, Game 2<\/p>\n NBA.com\u2019s Shaun Powell shares his observations<\/a> after the Cavaliers took Game 2, defending home court before heading up north.<\/p>\n \u201cGiven the stakes and the situation, this served as the high-water mark for the Mitchell-Harden backcourt tandem which was formed at the trade deadline a few months ago. They were fluid and forceful and a handful Monday for the Raptors and really through both games.<\/p>\n This was precisely what the Cavaliers hoped for when they fused these two stars together and now they\u2019re reaping the benefits of that decision. Both players are capable of going downhill and attacking the rim for layups or fouls, or shooting from 15 feet and beyond. It\u2019s a combination that\u2019s tough to defend, even for a decent group of Toronto defenders\u2026<\/p>\n There was a stretch where Mitchell had 17 points in 20 minutes and Harden 19 in 19, an impactful 1-2 punch.\u201d<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 12:33 ET<\/p>\n \u2018We\u2019ve got a heavyweight fight\u2019<\/p>\n Austin Rivers said as Nikola Joki\u0107 (18 pts, 11 reb, 7 ast) finished a tough finish in the post through Jaden McDaniels, drawing and converting the and-one to give the Nuggets an 85-79 lead with 4:13 to go in the third.<\/p>\n A true force of nature \ud83c\udccf pic.twitter.com\/dMP0eWp22Q<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n These teams have played more than anyone in the NBA since 2022-23. It feels like it tonight \u2014 both are giving no quarter.<\/p>\n The Timberwolves will look to find something from Rudy Gobert down the stretch. The veteran center has not yet scored and is a team-low -10.<\/p>\n APRIL 21, 2026 \/ 12:23 ET<\/p>\n Going back-and-forth in Denver<\/p>\n 75-73 Minnesota with 6:21 to go in the third quarter, as Anthony Edwards (22 pts, 7 ast, 7 reb) heads to the free throw line for a potential three-point play.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:57 ET<\/p>\n Tied at 64 at the half in Denver<\/p>\n What a half!<\/p>\n The Nuggets led by as many as 19 before the Timberwolves rallied back, taking an eight point lead of their own with two minutes to go.<\/p>\n Denver then closed on an 8-0 run, capped by a 51-foot Jamal Murray (23 pts) buzzer-beater from well behind half court.<\/p>\n Q2 clock speeding to zero. An incredible buzzer-beater from Jamal Murray! https:\/\/t.co\/qvTfHKt0Eg<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/F64o7qpCHZ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cWhen we have a lead, cherish it,\u201d said Tim Hardaway Jr. (14 pts).<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards (20 pts) and Julius Randle (18 pts) powered the offense for Minnesota.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:54 ET<\/p>\n Wolves in the lead<\/p>\n 64-58 with 1:11 to go in the second quarter, as the Timberwolves have scored on 10 straight possessions.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:44 ET<\/p>\n Wolves keep running<\/p>\n 49-48 Timberwolves with 5:27 to go in the second quarter, as Anthony Edwards (17 pts) manages to hang in the air and convert the layup to retake the lead in the Mile High City.<\/p>\n Minnesota\u2019s on a 24-4 run to get back in the contest.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:39 ET<\/p>\n One time for CJ McCollum<\/p>\n CJ STARRED IN GAME 2!<\/p>\n 32 PTS HAWKS TIE THE SERIES 1-1 \ud83c\udf7f pic.twitter.com\/GLEPzkZqOd<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:33 ET<\/p>\n Wolves on a run<\/p>\n 11-0 run for Minnesota to cut the Denver lead to 44-36 with 8:20 to go in the second quarter.<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards (14 pts) and Julius Randle (12 pts) are the top scorers for the Timberwolves, with Edwards dropping seven in this quarter.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:15 ET<\/p>\n Postgame Pressers: Hawks-Knicks<\/p>\n LIVE: Hawks\/Knicks Game 2 Postgame Presser https:\/\/t.co\/La6aAIX37G<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 11:03 ET<\/p>\n Wolves look for spark against Nuggets<\/p>\n Denver\u2019s used a 13-0 run to take a 20-11 lead with 5:04 to go in the first quarter on NBC and Peacock, holding Minnesota to 28% shooting so far.<\/p>\n Anthony Edwards (3 pts), who was questionable with right knee inflammation, is limping some after colliding with Nikola Joki\u0107 (3 reb, 4 ast) in the back court, but staying in the game.<\/p>\n Search for inspiration, Chris Finch just put in Bones Hyland, looking for some creativity off the bounce.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:46 ET<\/p>\n Hawks defeat Knicks to even series 1-1<\/p>\n In a dramatic finish, Mikal Bridges\u2019 game-winning jumper was just short, as the Hawks stormed back in the fourth quarter to defeat the Knicks.<\/p>\n HAWKS ERASE A 12-POINT DEFICIT IN Q4 TO STEAL GAME 2!<\/p>\n THEY SHOT 72.2% (13-18 FGM) FROM THE FIELD IN THE FINAL QUARTER \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n THE SERIES IS TIED 1-1 \ud83c\udf7f pic.twitter.com\/ETxZR7m89x<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n CJ McCollum (32 pts) inspired the Hawks with his play, drawing the ire of the Madison Square Garden crowd in the win.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m just here to compete, and here to compete at the highest level,\u201d said McCollum afterwards. \u201cWe\u2019re a tough group. We\u2019re young, but we\u2019re learning by the day.\u201d<\/p>\n Jalen Brunson (29 pts) led six Knicks in double figures.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:44 ET<\/p>\n Big shot Brunson<\/p>\n Jalen Brunson\u2019s 3-point rolled around every part of the rim, but fell through to cut the Hawks\u2019 lead to 107-106.<\/p>\n Atlanta ball with 7.1 seconds remaining.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:41 ET<\/p>\n A frenetic Hawks comeback<\/p>\n It\u2019s 107-103 Atlanta, stunning the New York crowd.<\/p>\n CJ McCollum has seven points for Atlanta in the last two minutes, while the Knicks have only mustered a single Jalen Brunson 3-pointer in the last 5:16.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:33 ET<\/p>\n Hawks get it to one<\/p>\n 100-99 New York with 3:26 to go in the fourth quarter. The Hawks have controlled the period 20-9 to get it to this point.<\/p>\n Catch the finish on NBC and Peacock!<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:28 ET<\/p>\n Knicks holding off Hawks<\/p>\n The Hawks had it to four, but the Knicks scored two straight buckets to make it 100-92 with 5:25 to go in the fourth quarter.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:17 ET<\/p>\n KAT in the Big Apple<\/p>\n Towns is up to 18 points and 8 rebounds, facing a smaller Hawks front line. This is where they miss Kristaps Porzi\u0146\u0123is.<\/p>\n KAT IN Q3:<\/p>\n 14 PTS (6-7 FGM) Knicks lead heading into Q4 in Game 2! pic.twitter.com\/xWsdPxeTTB<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 10:04 ET<\/p>\n Emotions high in New York<\/p>\n 89-77 New York with 2:03 to go in the third quarter after former Pelicans teammates Jose Alvarado and CJ McCollum drew offsetting technicals, continuing what has been a feisty game.<\/p>\n \u201c(Hawks) need some fight, need some life,\u201d said Jamal Crawford. \u201cThis is where vets matter.\u201d<\/p>\n Alvarado picked up McCollum on the next possession, dogging him full-court as the crowd roared its approval.<\/p>\n FULL-COURT DEFENSE FROM ALVARADO \ud83d\udc4f<\/p>\n THE MSG CROWD IS FIRED UP \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n Knicks up 8 in Q4 in Game 2! pic.twitter.com\/a5DpniUaL4<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n McCollum waved to Ben Stiller and Spike Lee, sitting front row in the Garden, afterwards.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:58 ET<\/p>\n Postgame Pressers: Raptors-Cavaliers<\/p>\n LIVE: Raptors\/Cavs Game 2 Postgame Presser https:\/\/t.co\/i8gRdrdnuf<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:47 ET<\/p>\n Knicks take biggest lead of game<\/p>\n 77-64 over Atlanta, with six New York players in double figures.<\/p>\n The Knicks are up to a dominant 43-19 advantage on the glass, putting up 55 shots to Atlanta\u2019s 47.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:35 ET<\/p>\n Cavaliers hold off Raptors\u2019 challenge to take Game 2<\/p>\n Cleveland defeats Toronto 115-105<\/a>, winning Game 2.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Cavaliers have been the best version of themselves in Games 1 and 2,\u201d said Mark Followill. \u201cNow, the series moves north.\u201d<\/p>\n James Harden (28 pts, 5 reb, 4 ast, 5 stl), Donovan Mitchell (30 pts, 7 reb, 5 ast) and Evan Mobley (25 pts, 8 reb on 11-of-13 shooting) starred in front of the Rocket Arena crowd.<\/p>\n It was the fourth time in the Cavs\u2019 Playoff history that they\u2019ve had three players drop 25+ points.<\/p>\n \u201cContinue to be mentally strong,\u201d said Mitchell of the Cavaliers\u2019 future plans.<\/p>\n Scottie Barnes (26 pts) and RJ Barrett (22 pts) led the way for the Raptors in defeat.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:30 ET<\/p>\n Knicks lead 61-54 at the half<\/p>\n After Atlanta came back to take its first lead, New York reasserted control to end the second quarter in the lead as they seek to defend Madison Square Garden.<\/p>\n Jalen Brunson (12 pts, 6 ast) leads four Knicks in double figures, while CJ McCollum (18 pts) has a game-high for Atlanta.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:20 ET<\/p>\n Nikola Joki\u0107 and the Nuggets host Rudy Gobert and the Timberwolves as their 2026 NBA Playoffs series continues on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n Stats listed from Saturday\u2019s Game 1, which the Nuggets won 116-105. Game 2 (9:30 ET<\/a>) is coming to you on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n Minnesota:<\/p>\n PG Donte DiVincenzo (12 pts, 4 3PM) Denver:<\/p>\n PG Jamal Murray (30 pts, 7 ast) Keep an eye on Naz Reid off the Timberwolves\u2019 bench in Game 2.<\/p>\n He had 5 points in Game 1 \u2014 well below his season average of 13.6 ppg. It was the second-lowest scoring total of his career against Denver.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:11 ET<\/p>\n Barrett on the boards<\/p>\n RJ Barrett (18 pts, 9 reb) just tied his season-high in rebounds as the Raptors shrink the lead to 92-86 with 6:46 to go in the fourth quarter.<\/p>\n Barrett\u2019s single career-high for rebounds is 15, which he\u2019s done twice.<\/p>\n Catch the finish on NBC Sports Network and Peacock!<\/a><\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 9:00 ET<\/p>\n Raptors, Hawks cut into leads<\/p>\n The Raptors have it to seven after three quarters in Cleveland, with the Cavs up 84-77, while the Hawks have slashed the Knicks lead to 40-36.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 8:45 ET<\/p>\n Knicks up 32-23 after one<\/p>\n New York held Atlanta to 37.5% shooting, knocking down 54.5% of their shots, and totaled a remarkable 20-4 advantage in the first quarter.<\/p>\n Josh Hart (6 pts, 6 reb) and Mitchell Robinson (6 pts, 4 reb in 4:32) have been the main culprits so far, crashing the boards as Quin Snyder tried Jalen Johnson as center, with Jonathan Kuminga as the power forward.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 8:35 ET<\/p>\n Brandon Ingram getting loose<\/p>\n Back-to-back buckets for the Raptors\u2019 top scorer (4 pts), who has finally broken the seal here in the third quarter.<\/p>\n Ingram\u2019s 2-of-9 in the contest so far, facing the size and length of Dean Wade and the Cavs\u2019 front line.<\/p>\n Cavs are up 68-55 with 7:37 left in the third quarter.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 8:32 ET<\/p>\n The Hart of the Knicks<\/p>\n Josh Hart (6 pts, 4 reb, 2 ast) is off to a quick start for the Knickerbockers, who are up 20-13 with 4:09 to go in the first quarter.<\/p>\n Hart put up a double-double with 11 pts and 14 reb in Game 1. We\u2019ll see if the Hawks can match his activity and strength in crashing the glass here in Game 2.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 8:13 ET<\/p>\n Cavaliers up 54-48 at the half<\/p>\n The Cavs have led wire-to-wire in the first half, with James Harden (16 pts) and Donovan Mitchell (15 pts) going off.<\/p>\n The Raptors have a 24-5 advantage in bench points and a 9-0 lead in fast break points, but they\u2019ve turned the ball over 11 times to the Cavaliers\u2019 seven.<\/p>\n RJ Barrett (10 pts, 6 reb) is the top man for Toronto so far.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 7:58 ET<\/p>\n Harden shakes loose<\/p>\n James Harden just made Scottie Barnes touch Earth and got a ridiculous bounce on his stepback 3-pointer, putting the Cavaliers up 50-40 with 3:20 to go in the second.<\/p>\n THE BALL WAS EVEN WITH THE SHOT CLOCK \ud83e\udd2f https:\/\/t.co\/D85H6oLZcm<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/28vPyMGdtE<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) April 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Harden has 16 pts on 6-of-8 shooting, including two 3-pointers made.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 7:49 ET<\/p>\n Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks host the Atlanta Hawks in Game 2 of their 2026 NBA Playoffs series on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n Stats listed from Saturday\u2019s Game 1, which the Knicks won 113-102. Game 2 (8 ET<\/a>) is on NBC and Peacock.<\/p>\n Atlanta:<\/p>\n PG CJ McCollum (26 pts, 4 3PM) New York:<\/p>\n PG Jalen Brunson (28 pts, 7 ast) Watch for Jonathan Kuminga off the Hawks\u2019 bench \u2014 he had eight points on 3-of-7 shooting in Game 1, with the size to challenge the Knick wings.<\/p>\n APRIL 20, 2026 \/ 7:37 ET<\/p>\n Cavs up 26-19 after one<\/p>\n Donovan Mitchell (7 pts) leads all scorers so far.<\/p>\n For his career, he\u2019s averaging 28.4 ppg in the NBA Playoffs, raising it by putting up 29.6 ppg in both 2023-24 and 2024-25.<\/p>\n SPIDA BEATS THE SHOT CLOCK!<\/p>\n One-legged fadeaway \ud83d\ude24<\/p>\n Cavs seek a 2-0 lead in Round 1 \ud83c\udf7f pic.twitter.com\/MZU9mApaJZ<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nSG Anthony Edwards (22 pts, 9 reb, 7 ast)
\nSF Jaden McDaniels (16 pts, 8 reb)
\nPF Julius Randle (16 pts, 7 reb)
\nC Rudy Gobert (17 pts, 10 reb)<\/p>\n
\nSG Christian Braun (12 pts, 8 reb)
\nSF Cameron Johnson (12 pts, 2 3PM)
\nPF Aaron Gordon (17 pts, 8 reb)
\nC Nikola Joki\u0107 (25 pts, 13 reb, 11 ast)<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/brunson2-1568x882.jpg\")
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\nSG Nickeil Alexander-Walker (17 pts, 4 ast)
\nSF Dyson Daniels (9 reb, 11 ast)
\nPF Jalen Johnson (26 pts, 7 reb)
\nC Onyeka Okongwu (19 pts, 8 reb)<\/p>\n
\nSG Mikal Bridges (11 pts, 1 stl)
\nSF OG Anunoby (18 pts, 8 reb)
\nPF Josh Hart (11 pts, 14 reb, 5 ast)
\nC Karl-Anthony Towns (25 pts, 8 ast)<\/p>\n
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