The end of the NBA regular season is fast approaching and with playoff races now coming down to the final games, the contests on Friday, April 3 are sure to play a huge role in deciding seeding.

Elsewhere, injuries and the 65-game rule have reshaped the awards race. Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, 41-year-old LeBron James and young star Anthony Edwards are all ineligible for postseason awards under the NBA’s 65-game requirement, while three-time MVP Nikola Jokić can miss just one more game before falling below the threshold.

The heckler's cruel taunt triggered a furious response from shooting guard — and LeBron James was right there beside him.

Almost half of the NBA is in action on Tuesday, March 31 as playoff races continue to heat up in both conferences.

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry is close to making his return. Curry's goal is to reportedly play against the Houston Rockets on Sunday, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 38-year-old point guard last played on Jan. 30 against the Detroit Pistons after suffering a knee injury.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder will host Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers at 8:30 p.m. CT Thursday.