Day 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs came to an end on Saturday. But if you thought the action was over, you are wrong. Teams like the LA Lakers, New York Knicks, and others lit up the first night, even with key players like Kevin Durant missing, giving LeBron James and Co. the advantage.

Jalen Brunson was accused of being on Broadway while his team went on to win the game. Now, it’s time for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Boston Celtics, and others to take center stage. And just before the real drama unfolds, the preview becomes crucial.

Don’t worry, we’ve got you! NBA Playoffs: Injury Reports Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers In the Boston Celtics‘ camp, everyone looks fully fit ahead of the 76ers clash. Jayson Tatum, who missed most of the season due to a torn Achilles tendon, returned in early March and remains available.

Jaylen Brown battled Achilles tendinitis, missed a few games, but the medical staff has now cleared him for action. Nikola Vucevic, after a hand injury that kept him out a month, is also available for the playoffs now. On the other hand, Joel Embiid’s situation looms large, as Philly’s lone injury concern stems from his emergency appendectomy less than two weeks ago.

Meanwhile, head coach Nick Nurse has stayed tight-lipped, offering little clarity. So, while the roster looks steady on paper, the heartbeat of Philadelphia’s lineup remains in suspense, quietly shaping the series ahead. Embiid is at least out for Game 1 of the series.

Trendon Watford’s status is also questionable following an undisclosed illness. “I’m preparing for Sunday’s game, and I know he’s [Embiid] not playing in that one,” Coach Nurse said on Friday. “So that’s all, we’re just zeroed in on trying to see, can we go in there and get ready to battle and fight and execute as best we can?” Phoenix Suns vs OKC Thunder Now, the Phoenix Suns injury report places Grayson Allen questionable with a left hamstring strain and Mark Williams questionable with left foot soreness.

Allen impacts spacing, posting 16.5 points per game, 34.9% from three on 8.9 attempts. If limited, Devin Booker steps up, 26.1 points, 6.0 assists, and 45.6% FG. Meanwhile, Williams delivers 11.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 64.4% inside the scoring arc.

His rim protection becomes vital against Oklahoma City’s frontcourt depth in the matchup battle. On the Thunder‘s side, Thomas Sorber remains the only confirmed absence, still sidelined after right ACL surgery and missing all rotation minutes this season. Meanwhile, the Thunder’s engine runs hot.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives it with 31.1 points and 6.6 assists on 55.3% shooting. Next, Jalen Williams adds 17.1 points and 5.5 assists. Additionally, Chet Holmgren delivers 17.1 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks, anchoring the paint with a sharp defensive presence.

Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons The Orlando Magic lists Wendell Carter Jr. as available despite a nasal fracture, and he will play wearing a protective face mask. Meanwhile, Jonathan Isaac remains questionable with a left knee sprain. However, Detroit reports a clean bill of health across its roster.

Carter still anchors Orlando inside, delivering 11.8 points and 7.4 rebounds while starting all 78 games he has played this season. At the same time, the Pistons are arriving fully healthy, giving them a steady edge. Cade Cunningham is currently going through rehab following his collapsed lung situation.

So, his full-game status remains questionable as the team said that their star is ‘getting close’ to 100%. San Antonio Spurs vs Portland Trail Blazers Good news for the San Antonio Spurs. They are heading into Game 1 with a largely settled rotation, as Jordan McLaughlin is the only absence after suffering a left ankle sprain, leaving the rest of the squad fully available and steady.

Meanwhile, the Portland Trail Blazers enter the matchup without their centerpiece, Damian Lillard, sidelined as he continues to manage a left Achilles tendon injury, leaving a major gap in their leadership and scoring. NBA Playoffs: Predicted Line-up Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers Celtics 76ers Derrick White Tyrese Maxey Jaylen Brown Quentin Grimes Sam Hauser Paul George Jayson Tatum VJ Edgecombe Nikola Vucevic Andre Drummond Phoenix Suns vs OKC Thunder Suns Thunder Devin Booker Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Jalen Green Lu Dort Jordan Goodwin Jalen Williams Dillon Brooks Chet Holmgren Mark Williams Isaiah Hartenstein Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons Magic Pistons Jalen Suggs Cade Cunningham Desmond Bane Duncan Robinson Franz Wagner Ausar Thompson Paolo Banchero Tobias Harris Wendell Carter Jr. Jalen Duren San Antonio Spurs vs Portland Trail Blazers Spurs Trail Blazers De’Aaron Fox Jrue Holiday Stephon Castle Toumani Camara Devin Vassell Deni Avdija Julian Champagnie Jerami Grant Victor Wembanyama Donovan Clingan NBA Playoffs: Odds Boston Celtics vs Philadelphia 76ers The Philadelphia 76ers face a steep challenge in Game 1 without Joel Embiid, leaving them thin in interior scorin