The 2nd Round matchups for this year’s playoffs are now set. In the East, the Celtics had the hardest time getting to this point by beating the Hawks in 7 games. They will face Lebron’s Cavs tomorrow night at Boston. The Pistons are already up 2 games by virtue of winning both their home games against the Magic. That series shifts to Orlando in 2 days.

In the West, the Lakers swept the Nuggets on their way to this round. They are up 1-0, as they pounded Utah 2 days ago. Kobe (this year’s MVP, finally!) scored 38 points and was unstoppable. The Spurs are now down 0-2 against the darkhorse Hornets and will be looking to grab their first win of the series back home, also in 2 days time.

Click on the links below for an in-depth look at the 2nd Round matchups. All top 4 teams in both East and West advanced. No upsets as of the First Round

EAST
Boston Celtics (1) v Cleveland Cavaliers (4)
Detroit Pistons (2) v Orlando Magic (3)

WEST
Los Angeles Lakers (1) v Utah Jazz (4)
New Orleans Hornets (2) v San Antonio Spurs (3)