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NBA playoffs 2026: Kevin Durant ruled out for Game 1 vs. Lakers
Durant had previously been listed as questionable for the start of the first-round series.
NBA playoffs 2026: Timberwolves-Nuggets takeaways — Nikola Jokić's mastery remains the ultimate postseason equalizer
Stars, Wild finally set for Game 1 in long-expected 1st-round NHL playoff series
Both teams have a pair of 40-goal scorers in the same season for the first time.
2026 NBA bracket odds, predictions, best bets: NBA playoff picks by expert on 101-60 run
SportsLine's Mike Barner reveals his NBA bracket picks and series predictions for the 2026 NBA playoffs
NBA player prop picks, odds, free best bets: Model includes LeBron James for NBA Playoffs on April 18
The SportsLine model and team of experts reveal top NBA props picks and NBA predictions for the NBA Playoffs on Saturday
Where to watch Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers NBA playoffs: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Saturday, April 18
Kevin Durant and LeBron James will square off in the first round of the playoffs.
In unlikely return to playoffs, Penguins' Big Three stave off swan song
For the first 16 seasons of Kris Letang’s career, the Penguins made the playoffs. So these last three years of watching the postseason from home...
NBA playoffs 2026: Draymond Green potentially ends Warriors career with ejection by Scott Foster
NBA play-in 2026: Suns emphatically end Warriors' season to claim West's final playoff spot, Magic advance in East
Player Grades: Magic, Banchero smash Hornets to earn playoff berth
Behind a dominant performance, the Magic defeated the Hornets in the play-in tournament on Friday to earn the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference.
Pictures: Orlando Magic rout Charlotte to clinch Playoff Spot
Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley yells during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando forward Franz Wagner (middle) scores between Charlotte defenders Brandon Miller (24) and Miles Bridges (0) during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026. Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel) Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley signals during the Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic NBA Play-In game at the Kia Center on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Magic rout Hornets as final NBA playoff spots decided
The Orlando Magic thrashed the Charlotte Hornets 121-90 to keep their season alive as the NBA playoffs' final teams were determined Friday.The Golden State Warriors take on the Phoenix Suns later Friday for the Western Conference's No. 8 seed, after which the full NBA playoff schedule will be finalized.
A Hahnville freshman 'battled in the circle' to pitch a complete game in her first playoff action
The moment wasn't too big for this Hahnville freshman in her first varsity playoff game.
Knicks begin championship-or-bust playoff run vs. upstart Hawks
The New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks each were Cinderella stories the last time they opposed each other in the NBA playoffs.
NBA playoffs 2026: Hornets-Magic, Warriors-Suns wrap up play-in tournament Friday, seeking No. 8 seeds in East and West
Storylines abound as Scottie Barnes, Raptors open series at Cavs
Success came quickly for Toronto Raptors power forward Scottie Barnes, who won the Rookie of the Year award and got a taste of the playoffs four years ago.
These seven storylines will define the 2026 NBA playoffs: Best player, Tatum's comeback, same old Knicks?
The 2026 NBA playoffs have arrived, and here's what fans should be keeping an eye on
From The Sports Desk: NBA playoff preview
The NBC News sports team breaks down the first-round matchups.
NBA playoffs 2026: Can the underdog Lakers find a path to success against the Rockets?
The Lakers are among a few plucky underdogs who can perhaps make some noise in the first round.
Viral Fan Favorites and Exclusive Retail Hit the Playoffs Across Aramark Sports + Entertainment Arenas
As playoff season heats up across the NHL and NBA, Aramark Sports + Entertainment is bringing viral food and beverage moments and limited-edition merchandise to arenas nationwide.
Viral Fan Favorites and Exclusive Retail Hit the Playoffs Across Aramark Sports + Entertainment Arenas
As playoff season heats up across the NHL and NBA, Aramark Sports + Entertainment is bringing viral food and beverage moments and limited-edition merchandise to arenas nationwide.
Sporting JAX could clinch home playoff game this weekend
Sporting Club Jacksonville’s women’s team could achieve another milestone in their season of firsts.
2026 NBA playoffs: Why the youthful Rockets' hopes rest on Kevin Durant, the oldest man in the room
Complete schedule for Carolina Hurricanes first round NHL playoff series with Ottawa
The top-seeded Carolina Hurricanes and wild card Ottawa Senators meet in the first round of the NHL playoffs.
18 thoughts and tidbits on Sixers vs. Celtics 1st-round series
The Sixers’ first-round playoff series vs. the Celtics is full of storylines.
Pittsburgh preparing for busy weekend with Pirates game, Penguins playoff game
With a healthy Jayson Tatum, the Boston Celtics are contenders
Jayson Tatum has elevated the Boston Celtics to a whole new level heading into the playoffs
Fans, businesses prepare for Sabres’ return to playoffs
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Buffalo is officially in playoff mode. The Sabres will make their return to the postseason this Sunday at KeyBank Center, and the city is buzzing — and that inclu…
Jarrett Allen provides update on injured knee: ‘It’s better’
Allen will be ready for the playoffs, but he wouldn’t commit to feeling 100%.
Devils hire ex-Panthers executive Sunny Mehta as general manager
The New Jersey Devils have hired Sunny Mehta as their general manager, bringing back their former director of analytics to oversee their hockey operations department. Owner David Blitzer announced the hire Thursday night, less than 48 hours after the team’s regular season ended without a playoff appearance. Mehta was an assistant when the Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup back to back each of the past two years.
2025-26 NBA Playoff Betting Report: Bettors Iffy on 'Banged-Up Lakers'
Major injuries to the league's most popular team have affected both bettors and books heading into the playoffs. Patrick Everson reports.
What the Cavs playoff rotation should look like
Kenny Atkinson will have to make some tough decisions with the lineup.
Report: Lakers not expecting injured stars to return versus Rockets
The Lakers reportedly have “no expectation” of having either Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves for their first-round playoff series against the Rockets.
Can the Cavs Set Their Playoff Tone Against the Raptors?
The 2026 NBA playoffs have taken shape, and the Cleveland Cavaliers look to right the wrongs of years past. This year, the wine and gold will face an old playoff foe in the Toronto Raptors, a team the franchise has familiarity with from its days with LeBron James leading the charge. However, this is a […] The post Can the Cavs Set Their Playoff Tone Against the Raptors? appeared first on The Lead.
2026 NBA Playoff Odds: Best Bet for Wolves-Nuggets; Who Will Win East?
Find out which squad Sammy P is backing to come out of the East and whether he's taking the T'Wolves or Nuggets to advance past the first round.
Triangle sports bars to watch the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Carolina Hurricanes are heading back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here are some Triangle-area sports bars that are sure to provide lively atmospheres for what's hopefully another deep playoff run.
Fantasy Basketball Exit Interviews: What's next for the 10 teams that missed the NBA playoffs?
Pens Points: Waiting Game
Pens Points recaps all the news as we sit and wait for the playoffs to begin.
Warriors rally to eliminate Clippers, 76ers reach NBA playoffs
Golden State star Stephen Curry scored the go-ahead three-pointer with 50 seconds left as the Warriors rallied to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 126-121 and stay alive in the NBA play-in on Wednesday.Orlando trailed by just four with four minutes remaining, but the Sixers pulled away with a late spurt capped by Drummond's three-pointer with 41 seconds left. bb/tc
NBA playoffs 2026: Stephen Curry, Warriors end Clippers' season after Sixers outlast Magic
Tyrese Maxey-led Sixers outlast Magic in play-in tournament, will face Celtics in first round of playoffs
Philadelphia is returning to the playoffs after missing out last season.
NBA playoffs 2026: LaMelo Ball avoids suspension, fined $35K for trip of Bam Adebayo and $25K for profane interview
NBA playoffs 2026: Play-in tournament scores, live updates: Steph Curry, Warriors take on Clippers after Sixers outlast Magic
The Lakers are "hyperfocused" going into playoffs against Rockets
The Lakers take on the Rockets and focus is the main goal going in.
Blackhawks extend general manager Kyle Davidson's contract
The Chicago Blackhawks extended general manager Kyle Davidson's contract Wednesday without providing the length of the deal. “We are committing to Kyle to continue the plan he has put in place,” chairman and owner Danny Wirtz said before the team's season-ending game against San Jose. The Blackhawks are locked into 31st place in the 32-team NHL and haven’t made the Stanley Cup playoffs since the expanded COVID playoffs of 2020.
Cassidy Wood talks about Penguins playoffs and NFL draft
NBA playoffs 2026: Play-in tournament scores, live updates: Magic face 76ers without Joel Embiid; Steph Curry, Warriors take on Clippers
Jaylen Brown on improved mental, physical health heading into Celtics playoffs
Celtics star Jaylen Brown isn't dealing with a nagging knee injury like he was last year. This time around, he feels mentally and physically stronger.
2025-26 NBA Playoff Odds: Back OKC to Make Second Straight Finals Trip
"The Bear" expects the Thunder to roar to a second straight NBA Finals berth.
Jaylen Brown shares positive health update ahead of playoffs: 'I feel a lot different than last year'
"I'm excited to maximize my potential and take advantage of every opportunity that I have to win."
Steven Stamkos on Nashville Predators missing playoffs again
Steven Stamkos on Nashville Predators missing playoffs again
NBA Playoffs 2026: NBA reviewing 'dangerous' LaMelo Ball trip of Bam Adebayo that knocked Heat center out of play-in loss
The Unlikely Team That Ended One of the Longest Playoff Droughts in Sports
Despite starting the season at the bottom of the NHL standings, the reinvigorated Buffalo Sabres are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2011.
Remembering some Penguins vs. Flyers playoff moments
With the Battle of Pennsylvania poised to resume in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade, what better time than now to take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of the highs and lows from when the Penguins and Flyers have squared off against one another in the […]
Catching up with Stars GM Jim Nill: Unfinished business, injury updates, playoff format and more
Nill, whose team has gone to three straight conference finals, signed a two-year extension recently: "We haven’t finished what we’re doing."
Sabres’ playoff return has business of hockey booming in Buffalo again
The Sabres' attendance, TV ratings and merchandise sales have surged with Buffalo's first playoff team since 2011.
Cavaliers vs. Raptors injury report and preview entering NBA playoffs
Injury news will be worth watching as the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors meet in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
2026 NBA playoffs and play-in: Schedule, scores, matchups, bracket
OKC Thunder's 2026 NBA playoffs Round 1 schedule revealed
Oklahoma City Thunder's 2026 NBA playoffs Round 1 schedule revealed.
NBA play-in tournament scores: Deni Avdija drops 41 points to put Blazers in playoffs after Hornets beat Heat in OT
American sports fans leave the global spectacle to everyone else
US sports travelers are equally willing to travel for regular season and playoff matches (41% each), outpacing worldwide fans by double digits on both. However, they trail global travelers by 18 points on major single-sport international events (21% vs. 39%), according to a December 2025 survey from YouGov.
Ducks can’t convert chances in loss to Wild
The Ducks continue their losing ways against the Minnesota Wild and now put their hopes of home ice advantage in the playoffs in jeopardy.
JJ Redick on Lakers' preparation for playoff series versus Rockets
Lakers coach JJ Redick knows that one area in particular will be a big key and concern in the team's playoff series versus the Rockets.
Lakers prepare for Rockets playoff series with emphasis on rebounding
Without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sidelined indefintely, coach JJ Redick says "taking care of the basketball and boxing out. That's the series."
Where Columbus Blue Jackets' playoff drought ranks among pro sports
The Columbus Blue Jackets missed the NHL playoffs for a sixth straight year. See where their drought ranks in the NHL and North American sports.
A sports blitz starts tonight, plus a WNBA Draft surprise
Good morning! I hope your TV is in working order. Coming up: 📆 A busy stretch begins 1️⃣ Dallas’ surprise at No. 1 🏆 Rory’s family win Up First: The NBA leads off a brilliant spring One of the busiest stretches of important pro sporting events begins tonight, and I mean that in quite a positive way. The NBA playoffs tip off in a few hours, with two Play-In games. This weekend, the NHL playoffs will join. Both sports will crown winners by the third week of June … which is when the World Cup will
A sports blitz starts tonight, plus a WNBA Draft surprise
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! I hope your TV is in working order. Coming up: 📆 A busy stretch begins 1️⃣ Dallas’ surprise at No. 1 🏆 Rory’s family win One of the busiest stretches of important pro sporting events begins tonight, and I mean that in quite a positive way. The NBA playoffs tip off in a few hours, with two Play-In games. This weekend, the NHL playoffs will join. Both sports will crown winners by the third week of June … which is when the...
Thunder's repeat bid, Lakers' health and four more NBA playoff questions
The 2026 NBA postseason is here. We break down six big questions, from the Thunder's repeat bid to Lakers' health.
The winner of the Mandeville-Newman regular season finale benefited from 14 free passes
Mandeville's errors and free passes are pivotal against Newman and offer valuable lessons for future playoff success in Division I nonselect.
Zion Williamson Expresses Frustration Over Missing NBA Playoffs Again
Zion Williamson is frustrated about his lack of playoff experience.
Flyers are Playoff Bound After Shootout Win vs. Hurricanes
PHILADELPHIA – Both teams picked up a point on Monday as the Philadelphia Flyers (42-26-12) beat the Carolina Hurricanes (52-22-7) […] The post Flyers are Playoff Bound After Shootout Win vs. Hurricanes appeared first on Philly Hockey Now.
Zach Lowe warns Donovan Mitchell at Cavaliers’ playoff crossroads
NBA analyst Zach Lowe had a worrying message about Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers' playoff status going into the first round series.
Play-in tournament will decide final 4 spots in NBA playoff field
Ten teams are done for the season. Another 12 are in the playoffs. That leaves eight for the four remaining playoff spots.
Poll: Will Steph Curry and the Warriors Advance?
The NBA play-in tournament begins Tuesday, with eight teams looking to advance in the NBA playoffs. On Tuesday, the Phoenix Suns (7 seed) host the Portland Trail Blazers (8), and the Charlotte Hornets (9) host the Miami Heat (10). On Wednesday, the Philadelphia 76ers (7) host the Orlando Magic (8), and the Los Angeles Clippers (9) host the Golden State Warriors (10).
Light-hitting Mariners taking advantage of Astros' shaky pitching
Every year, generally come playoff time, the question is asked: Does good pitching beat good hitting?
Game 1 of Lakers' first-round playoff series is set
The date and time for Game 1 of the Lakers' first-round playoff series is set.
Golden Knights look to continue momentum vs. Jets
The Vegas Golden Knights clinched a Stanley Cup playoff berth for the eighth time in their nine years of existence with a 3-2 overtime win over Colorado on Saturday. But don't look for John Tortorella's team to take the foot off the pedal in their final two regular-season contests.
Sabres seeking two more wins, starting with Blackhawks Monday
With two games remaining in the regular season, the playoff-bound Buffalo Sabres can finish anywhere from first to third in a stacked Atlantic Division.
Predators, Sharks look for late push into West playoff picture
Two teams still on the outskirts of the Western Conference playoff picture will collide when the Nashville Predators host the San Jose Sharks on Monday night.
2026 NBA playoff bracket: Matchups, schedule as postseason field gets finalized
All seeds in the 2026 NBA playoff bracket will be decided on Sunday night
Victor Wembanyama gets real on Spurs' NBA Playoffs hopes
The San Antonio Spurs led by Victor Wembanyama are very excited for the start of the NBA Playoffs.
Cavs score vs Wizards. Injury report, regular-season finale highlights
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Washington Wizards end the 2025-26 NBA regular season season with a matchup at Rocket Arena. The playoffs await the Cavs.
Xavier Zyskowski Commits To Bloomsburg For Soccer
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2026 NBA Playoffs: Clinching scenarios and standings on April 12
Every team in the NBA is set to hit the court on Sunday, with several key matchups and clinching scenarios to monitor throughout the evening.
Capitals fighting for playoff life in rematch with Penguins
Capitals fighting for playoff life in rematch with Penguins
Kawhi Leonard status for Warriors game emerges after ankle development
Once a dark horse contender, Los Angeles faces turbulence as Kawhi Leonard’s health and headlines cloud their playoff hopes.
Ways the Golden Knights Can Clinch a Playoff Berth Tonight
The Vegas Golden Knights enter Saturday with a long-awaited opportunity to clinch a playoff berth, capping a season defined several […]
Heat, Hawks clash with major playoff implications
Heat, Hawks clash with major playoff implications