New York eyes another step toward the Finals in this year's postseason, while the up-and-coming Pistons hope to spoil the party.

Clippers victory over Golden State bumped Minnesota to the No. 6 seed and first-round matchup with the Lakers.

For the first time since 2004, the Los Angeles Lakers will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in the playoffs. This time, it will be in the first round of the playoffs compared to when they last played for a shot to go to the NBA Finals.