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2026 NBA playoffs tip off on Saturday

NPR | By A Martínez

Published April 17, 2026 at 3:41 AM CDT

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The 2026 NBA playoffs begin on Saturday. NPR's A Martinez and sports journalist Martenzie Johnson preview the postseason filled with strong championship contenders.

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A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.