The Cleveland Cavaliers, San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder have all punched their tickets to the second round of the 2016 NBA playoffs. Notably absent from the list are the reigning champion and record-breaking Golden State Warriors.
Although the Warriors hold a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets, the outlook has become more murky for the new regular-season-wins record holders. That's mostly because Stephen Curry is expected to miss at least two weeks with an MCL sprain.
At the least, it will test the defending champions' resiliency as they look to remain afloat until Curry is clear for action. Let's check out the path that lies ahead for them and everybody else still battling in Round 1 before taking a closer look at the teams that have already moved on.
Round 1 Bracket Scores
Highlights from Round 1 Winners
Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavs have flown below the radar in the championship conversation this season. That's because while the Warriors and Spurs were running over opponents with the greatest of ease, the Eastern Con ...
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NBA Playoffs 2016: Top Scores and Highlights from Round 1 Bracket
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