In a pivotal moment for the Eastern Conference, the Miami Heat watched the end of the Orlando-Boston game that determined playoff matchups; Miami will face Charlotte in a play-in game, while Orlando will play Philadelphia for a win-and-you’re-in game. The winners will face No. 2 Boston or the loser will meet the Miami-Charlotte victor. Meanwhile, the West matchups are being finalized, with Phoenix and Golden State vying for playoff seeding. Additionally, the NBA set a new points record this season, and Nikola Jokic’s participation in Denver’s game ensures his eligibility for awards ballots.
