In an intense battle on the final day of the regular season, the New York Knicks emerged victorious in overtime against the Chicago Bulls, clinching the second spot in the Eastern Conference. The NBA witnessed an unprecedented day, with multiple teams vying for playoff positions in a historic fashion.

Sunday proved to be a crucial day for several teams in the Eastern Conference. The Orlando Magic, Indiana Pacers, and Philadelphia 76ers secured wins, while the Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks suffered embarrassing losses. As a result, the playoff matchups began to take shape, with the Orlando Magic set to face the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Indiana Pacers facing off against the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round.

The Philadelphia 76ers, finishing in seventh place, will host a Play-In Tournament game against the Miami Heat, who secured the eighth spot. The winner of this matchup will advance to face the second-seeded New York Knicks in the first round. Meanwhile, the dominant Boston Celtics, who held a significant 14-game lead in the East, will await the winner of the Play-In finale between the Miami-Philadelphia loser and the winner of the Atlanta-Chicago matchup.

The Western Conference was also filled with uncertainty as the regular season approached its conclusion. The Denver Nuggets, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Minnesota Timberwolves, all with the same record, were battling for the top spot. On the other side of the bracket, the LA Clippers and Dallas Mavericks were the only teams guaranteed to retain their positions. The Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans both had a shot at claiming sixth place, and there was only one game separating the eighth-placed Los Angeles Lakers from the tenth-placed Golden State Warriors.

As all 30 teams took the court on Sunday, the stakes were high, resulting in a record-breaking 18 teams finishing with a .500 or above mark by the end of the day. The Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers were all in contention for the second seed. However, the Bucks faltered in a loss to the Orlando Magic, missing the opportunity to secure the desired position. Giannis Antetokounmpo's absence due to a calf injury further impacted their performance.

In Cleveland, the Cavaliers, once occupying the second spot in the East, had a disappointing season and failed to capitalize on their early success. Despite holding a 13-point lead early in the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets, they fell short, with numerous players sidelined and the remaining lineup struggling to find a rhythm.

The Knicks, led by All-Star Jalen Brunson's impressive 40-point performance and Donte DiVincenzo's 25 points in an exhausting 53-minute game, showcased their determination to secure second place.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver's efforts to bring more meaning to the regular season were evident on this eventful day. His initiatives, including the In-Season Tournament and new rules to limit load management and increase player participation, resulted in a competitive season. The In-Season Tournament saw the Los Angeles Lakers, led by LeBron James, claim the championship in a highly anticipated title game against the Indiana Pacers.

As the regular season came to an end, the NBA now gears up for an exhilarating playoff season. The battles for conference supremacy and playoff berths have set the stage for thrilling matchups in the coming weeks. The league's dedication to raising the level of competition and engaging fans has certainly paid off, culminating in an unforgettable regular season finale.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.