The Cleveland Cavaliers achieved a franchise record with their 16th consecutive victory, dominating the Memphis Grizzlies 133-124. With this win, they extended their lead in the Eastern Conference and solidified their playoff position. Cleveland displayed offensive prowess, scoring 75 points in the first half, allowing them to build an 18-point lead by halftime. Evan Mobley led the Cavaliers with 22 points, while Darius Garland added another 20. The Grizzlies' Ja Morant shone with a season-high 44 points, but it was not enough to overcome Cleveland's relentless performance.

Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics bounced back from a recent loss by defeating the Miami Heat 103-91, securing their playoff spot as well. Jayson Tatum was the standout for Boston with 28 points. The Los Angeles Clippers showcased their resilience by scoring 68 points in the second half to beat the Atlanta Hawks 121-98, with James Harden contributing significantly. Other notable performances included Tari Eason's 30 points for the Houston Rockets, who continued their strong run.