2026 NBA playoffs first-round series odds: Pistons, Rockets favored to force Game 7s

The 2026 NBA playoffs first-round series odds show the Pistons and Rockets favored to force Game 7s, while Cleveland is the only team favored to close out its series on Friday. The New York Knicks advanced to the second round with a 51-point win over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6.
The NBA playoffs are ongoing, with several teams competing in the first round. The New York Knicks won their series 4-2 against the Atlanta Hawks, dominating in Game 6 with a 51-point margin. The Philadelphia 76ers forced a Game 7 against the Boston Celtics after winning back-to-back games. The Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets are favored to force Game 7s in their respective series. The Cleveland Cavaliers are heavily favored to win their series against the Toronto Raptors, leading 3-2. The odds for the series will continue to shift as the playoffs progress.
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