The Atlanta Hawks secured their playoff position and the Southeast Division title with a 124-102 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking their first divisional crown since 2021. The Hawks dominated the game, particularly in the third quarter, scoring 35 points to pull away. In another highlight, LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers became the fourth player in NBA history to record 12,000 career assists while contributing 28 points and 12 assists in a 101-73 win against the Phoenix Suns. The Boston Celtics also made headlines, clinching the second seed in the Eastern Conference after defeating the New Orleans Pelicans with a record-equalling 29 three-pointers. The Orlando Magic continued their strong form, extending their winning streak to five games, while Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to victory with a stellar performance, scoring 40 points.