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Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) looks to shoot over Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (00) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, April 2, 2026.

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The NBA's stretch run has arrived. Here's a look at what's happening

The NBA's stretch run has arrived. Here's a look at what's happening

The NBA's regular season is getting close to the final week. Detroit. Boston, New York, Cleveland, Oklahoma City, San Antonio, the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver and Houston are in the playoffs. Minnesota is on the brink of clinching, while Atlanta and Philadelphia have the best paths to secure spots in the East without going to the play-in tournament.