Published Thursday 7 May 2026, 3:00pm AEST · Today’s Round 2 slate has wrapped. The Spurs delivered a 38-point statement in San Antonio, the Knicks survived a much tighter Game 2 in New York, and in NHL Round 2 the Ducks levelled their series in Vegas while Buffalo took Game 1 against Montreal.
Five games across NBA and NHL Round 2 played out this morning AEST and the picture in both playoffs got considerably more interesting. The Spurs answered the question that hung over them after Tuesday’s Game 1 loss, the Knicks reminded everyone that 2-0 leads aren’t always pretty, and Anaheim continued to look like the most dangerous low seed in either bracket. Here’s the full wrap.
On this page
- Today’s results — at a glance
- Spurs 133-95 Wolves — San Antonio responds
- Knicks 108-102 76ers — different game, same result
- Sabres 4-2 Canadiens — Buffalo’s series begins
- Ducks 3-1 Knights — Anaheim level it up
- What’s on tomorrow in AEST
- How to watch in Australia
Today’s results — at a glance
| League | Result | Series |
|---|---|---|
| NBA | Knicks 108, 76ers 102 (G2) | NYK lead 2-0 |
| NBA | Spurs 133, Wolves 95 (G2) | Series tied 1-1 |
| NHL | Sabres 4, Canadiens 2 (G1) | BUF lead 1-0 |
| NHL | Ducks 3, Knights 1 (G2) | Series tied 1-1 |
Spurs 133, Wolves 95 — San Antonio’s 38-point response
If you wanted a Game 2 reaction, you got one. The San Antonio Spurs took the floor at the Frost Bank Center this morning AEST trailing 0-1 after Anthony Edwards’ clutch Game 1 steal — and proceeded to put together one of the most one-sided home performances of the entire 2026 playoffs. The final score was 133-95, a 38-point margin that mirrored the Knicks’ Game 1 demolition of the 76ers and turned the Wolves’ Game 1 upset into a footnote.
Victor Wembanyama dominated from start to finish — the kind of two-way performance that has the Spurs looking like genuine title contenders again. The supporting cast that struggled to convert in Game 1 was lethal in Game 2, with the Spurs shooting over 55% from the field and dismantling Minnesota’s transition game. Edwards was held to under 20 points and the Wolves never led after the opening minutes.
The series is now tied 1-1 and shifts to Minneapolis for Game 3 on Saturday morning AEST. After the Game 1 result hinted at an upset brewing, this Game 2 demolition resets the series back to chalk — and turns Game 3 in Minnesota into a genuinely pivotal swing game.
Knicks 108, 76ers 102 — different game, same result
The Knicks’ second straight win over the 76ers was nothing like the first. Where Game 1 was a 39-point demolition that suggested Philadelphia might not be competitive in this series at all, Game 2 at Madison Square Garden was a tight, physical, six-point win that came down to the final possessions.
The 76ers played the way they had to — closing out shooters, bothering Jalen Brunson, getting back in transition. Tyrese Maxey responded to his quiet Game 1 with a stronger performance, and VJ Edgecombe looked more like the rookie sensation of Round 1 than the rattled freshman of Game 1. Philadelphia held the Knicks to 108 — 29 points fewer than Game 1 — and forced the kind of half-court grind that suits them.
But the Knicks won anyway. Brunson’s late-game shotmaking and Karl-Anthony Towns’ efficiency in the fourth quarter were enough. The series now shifts to Philadelphia for Games 3 and 4 with the Knicks up 2-0 — a much harder hole than 1-0, but the 76ers can take genuine confidence from their Game 2 performance. The series is far more competitive than Game 1 suggested.
Sabres 4, Canadiens 2 — Buffalo’s Round 2 begins
The last NHL Round 2 series finally got underway this morning AEST. Buffalo took Game 1 from Montreal 4-2 in front of a deafening KeyBank Center crowd, in a game that looked exactly like what you’d expect from a well-rested 2-seed against a Canadiens team that had to grind through a seven-game Round 1 series with Tampa Bay.
The Sabres’ top line was the difference. Tage Thompson scored twice, JJ Peterka added a third, and goaltender Devon Levi was sharp when Montreal threatened a comeback in the third. The Canadiens’ fatigue showed late — they had three days of rest after Sunday’s Game 7 win in Tampa, but the difference in legs was visible in the third period.
Game 2 is also in Buffalo on Saturday morning AEST. Montreal will need to win at least one of the first two games before the series shifts to the Bell Centre to keep this competitive — and on tonight’s evidence, that’s going to be a tall task.
Ducks 3, Knights 1 — Anaheim level it up
The Cinderella story continues. After dropping Game 1 in Vegas on Tuesday, the Anaheim Ducks bounced straight back with a 3-1 win at T-Mobile Arena to even the series 1-1. The Ducks — who upset the Edmonton Oilers in Round 1 — keep proving that their Round 1 result wasn’t a fluke.
The Ducks’ goaltending was the story of the night. Lukas Dostal made 38 saves and frustrated the Vegas attack throughout. Anaheim got goals from three different lines, suggesting their Round 1 success was about depth as much as star power. For Vegas, Adin Hill was beaten on shots that he’d want back, and the Knights’ power play went 0-for-4.
The series now shifts to Anaheim for Games 3 and 4. With home ice now neutralised and the Ducks playing with the kind of confidence you can’t fake, Vegas have a problem. The Knights are still the favourites — but the gap has narrowed considerably.
Watch Round 2 live in Australia
Knicks vs 76ers and Pistons vs Cavaliers on Kayo and Disney+. Spurs vs Wolves and the entire NHL Round 2 on Disney+, Kayo or NHL.TV depending on broadcaster.Start free Kayo trial →
What’s on tomorrow Friday in AEST
Friday is another huge day across both leagues. Two NBA Round 2 Game 2s and an NHL Game 3 between Carolina and Philadelphia.
| Time (AEST) | Matchup | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00am | Pistons vs Cavaliers — NBA G2 | ESPN/Kayo/Disney+ |
| 10:00am | Hurricanes vs Flyers — NHL G3 (in Philadelphia) | ESPN/Kayo + NHL.TV |
| 11:30am | Thunder vs Lakers — NBA G2 | League Pass only |
Detroit are 1-0 up after a strong Game 1 win at home but the Cavaliers showed in their seven-game Round 1 win over Toronto that they’re a tough out. Thunder vs Lakers Game 2 is the marquee fixture — OKC are runaway favourites at 88% to take a 2-0 lead, but Lakers fans will be hoping for a different Luka and LeBron showing after a comprehensive Game 1 loss. We’ll be back tomorrow evening with the full preview.
How to watch in Australia
Round 2 is split across three platforms in Australia. Both Eastern NBA series are on ESPN and available on Kayo, Disney+ and ESPN Australia. Spurs vs Wolves is on TNT, available on Disney+ or NBA League Pass. Lakers vs Thunder is on NBC — NBA League Pass only in Australia.
NHL Round 2 splits between ESPN-broadcast games (Kayo, Disney+) and TNT-broadcast games (Disney+ or NHL.TV). For the full breakdown, see our How to Watch NBA in Australia guide and our How to Watch NHL in Australia guide.
What’s next?
- Live US Sports TV Guide — every game with AEST times and live scores
- NBA Playoffs 2026 Australia hub
- NBA Round 2 Game 1 Wrap — Wolves Shock Spurs
- How to Watch NBA in Australia 2026
All times shown in AEST (Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane). Mac Johannson covers US sports for Australian fans, with a focus on AEST schedules and playoff coverage.
