Two conference semifinal games were set for May 7 with Detroit and Oklahoma City holding the edge.
The Eastern Conference matchup pitted the Pistons against the Cavaliers at 7 p.m. ET. Detroit entered as 3.5-point favorites with a projected total of 215.5 points.
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Voters in Ohio and Indiana participated in primary elections on May 5, 2026, testing Republican loyalty to President Trump and Democratic enthusiasm. Trump's political operation targeted Indiana state senators who opposed redistricting, while economic concerns like high gas prices dominated discussions in Ohio. Key races for governor, U.S. Senate, and House seats saw several outcomes called by the Associated Press.
At Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network convention in New York, several prominent Democrats viewed as possible 2028 presidential contenders urged activists to focus on policy outcomes and voting rights, even as some attendees questioned whether the country is ready to elect candidates outside the traditional mold.
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The Democratic National Committee has decided not to move forward with a planned midterm convention, as party leaders argue resources are better spent on campaign work. The committee also set Aug. 7-10, 2028, for its next presidential nominating convention and identified five cities that could host.
As local government elections approach, the African National Congress shows little sign of gearing up to retain its power in key municipalities. Internal conflicts and service delivery failures in areas like Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni are overshadowing potential campaign narratives. Analysts suggest these polls could signal further decline for the party ahead of 2029 national elections.
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The African Democratic Congress has criticized a curfew in the Federal Capital Territory declared a day before the election, calling it an attempt to suppress voters. The Peoples Democratic Party has denied approving the stepping down of two chairmanship candidates for the Saturday poll, describing the move as shameful.
Factions of the Philippine opposition are clashing again, this time over planned protest actions on the People Power anniversary. With no middle ground found, the two groups will hold separate rallies. This raises questions about their ability to unite on larger issues, such as the 2028 elections.
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The Democratic Alliance has pledged to win an outright majority in Nelson Mandela Bay in upcoming local government elections to halt what it describes as coalition-induced instability. Party leaders highlighted past disruptions and contrasted them with successes in nearby areas. They emphasized unity beyond racial lines to improve service delivery.