Sunday's NBA playoff action saw the Raptors, Spurs, Celtics, and Rockets emerge victorious, shifting the dynamics of several series.

Houston Rockets avoided a sweep against Los Angeles Lakers, winning 115-96. Despite missing Kevin Durant, the Rockets showcased resilience, with Amen Thompson leading the charge with 23 points. Conversely, LeBron James struggled, scoring only 10 points on 2-of-9 shooting and committing eight turnovers.

Toronto Raptors tied their series with the Cleveland Cavaliers at 2-2, winning 93-89 in a defensive battle that set a record for the worst shooting performance in a playoff win. Notably, Collin Murray-Boyles made significant contributions, including a game-saving defensive play against Donovan Mitchell.

San Antonio Spurs triumphed over the Portland Trail Blazers 114-93, leading 3-1 in the series. Despite a rocky start, the Spurs dominated the second half, led by Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox, who scored 28 points.

In a commanding performance, the Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 128-96, taking a 3-1 series lead. Payton Pritchard was a standout with 32 points, showcasing his offensive versatility.

Key Results:

• Raptors 93, Cavaliers 89 – Series tied 2-2
• Spurs 114, Trail Blazers 93 – San Antonio leads 3-1
• Celtics 128, 76ers 96 – Boston leads 3-1
• Rockets 115, Lakers 96 – L.A. leads 3-1

Winners:

• Young Rockets: Demonstrated growth with a strong team effort.
• Collin Murray-Boyles: Key defensive plays in crunch time.
• Payton Pritchard: Elite scoring performance for Boston.

Losers:

• LeBron James: Struggled significantly in Game 4.
• Cavaliers' Backcourt: Underperformed and committed turnovers.
• Scoot Henderson: Failed to score after a strong series start.

The playoffs continue to deliver surprises as teams battle for advancement.