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2 weeks ago
Data science

Rui Hachimura's playoff struggles showcase biggest need for Lakers in offseason

The Lakers made significant progress against the Denver Nuggets, with key improvements in playing style and defense, although facing challenges in player performance.
Addressing the differential roles of key players like Rui Hachimura and Michael Porter Jr. will be crucial for the Lakers in the offseason. [ more ]
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4 weeks ago
National Basketball Association

NBA playoffs: LeBron's Lakers eliminated as Nuggets' Murray hits late hoop

Jamal Murray's game-winning shot sent the Denver Nuggets to the Western Conference semis with a 108-106 victory over the LA Lakers. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Three key talking points entering the NBA Western Conference postseason

Nuggets led by Jokic are strong Western Conference contenders. [ more ]
sportslens.com
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

All 3 West-Leading Teams Win During Tuesday's NBA Action

The Western Conference's top teams, Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Oklahoma City Thunder, all won their games on Tuesday night.
Anthony Edwards scored 51 points for the Minnesota Timberwolves, helping them maintain pace with the Denver Nuggets at the top of the standings. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Murray improving but remains out for Nuggets

Jamal Murray ruled out for game due to injuries
Denver Nuggets facing tough competition for top seed in Western Conference [ more ]
sportslens.com
2 months ago
LA Clippers

Can the Nuggets earn the #1 seed before the NBA playoffs begin?

Denver Nuggets aim for back-to-back NBA titles
Playoff race in the Western Conference tight and crucial for seeding [ more ]
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www.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
Boston Celtics

NBA playoffs: Celtics fight past Cavs to enter finals, Mavs beat Thunder

Boston Celtics advance to Eastern Conference finals after beating Cleveland 113-98, while Dallas leads Oklahoma City series 3-2 with a 104-92 win. [ more ]
ESPN.com
3 weeks ago
New York Knicks

Predicting Wolves-Nuggets, Pacers-Knicks and conference semifinal matchups

NBA playoffs in conference semifinals with some series set and awaiting results for others. [ more ]
ESPN.com
3 weeks ago
LA Clippers

2024 NBA playoffs roundtable: What to watch heading into massive Game 6 matchups

Exciting start to the 2024 NBA Playoffs. [ more ]
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1 month ago
New York Knicks

Jalen Brunson named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week

Jalen Brunson named Eastern Conference Player of the Week with impressive stats, leading the Knicks to a 4-0 record and a 50-win season.
Nikola Jokic named Western Conference Player of the Week, excelling with 26.5 PPG, 11.5 RPG, and 7.8 APG for the Nuggets. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
LA Clippers

NBA playoffs 2024: First-round news, scores and highlights

Key Takeaway: NBA playoffs start with top seeds Boston Celtics in the East and Oklahoma City Thunder in the West; exciting matchups ahead. [ more ]
Yahoo Sports
1 month ago
National Hockey League

2024 NHL playoffs: Bracket, updated standings, who's in and more

Vegas Golden Knights can move closer to clinching a playoff berth by winning against Vancouver Canucks
Pittsburgh Penguins are vying for a playoff spot in a competitive Eastern Conference race. [ more ]
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Stanley Cup of Chowder
1 month ago
Boston Bruins

Morning Skate: Set

NHL regular season winding down, Western Conference teams in action, Bruins-Leafs Game 1 on Saturday at 8 PM [ more ]
The Hockey Writers
1 month ago
LA Kings

Where the Western Conference Playoff Matchups Stand Right Now - The Hockey Writers NHL News Latest News, Analysis & More

Western Conference playoffs matchups in flux. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
National Hockey League

NHL playoff watch: The first-round matchups yet to be set

The Eastern Conference playoffs have all seeds determined, while the Western Conference still has the battle between Vegas Golden Knights and Los Angeles Kings for playoff positioning. [ more ]
Yahoo Sports
1 month ago
San Jose Sharks

Rookies help Wild to rout Sharks in San Jose

The Minnesota Wild have performed well against lower-ranked Western Conference teams but struggled against the rest of the conference. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Jose Sharks

San Jose and Minnesota square off in Western Conference play

The Minnesota Wild face the San Jose Sharks in a Western Conference matchup. [ more ]
Porterville Recorder
1 month ago
San Jose Sharks

San Jose and Minnesota square off in Western Conference play

The Minnesota Wild are favored against the struggling San Jose Sharks in their Western Conference matchup. [ more ]
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#nba-playoffs
The Ringer
1 month ago
Austin

How We Define the League's Top Guards and Playoff Predictions

The podcast discusses play-in teams, playoff matchups, the potential success of OKC as the top seed in the Western Conference, and the Team USA squad for the Olympics. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

AD says Lakers 'in a great place' ahead of play-in

Anthony Davis is optimistic about the Lakers' playoff chances despite recent setbacks. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Kurtenbach: The Warriors are surging towards a best-case scenario

The Warriors are currently playing their best basketball of the season in crunch time.
The Warriors have a chance to jump to the No. 8 seed and potentially make the play-in tournament double-elimination. [ more ]
sportslens.com
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

How far can Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving take the Mavericks?

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have been instrumental in the Dallas Mavericks' success this season.
Dallas Mavericks are currently ranked fifth in the Western Conference and are close to avoiding the play-in tournament. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Kurtenbach: The Warriors are going to the postseason. They need the best version of Steph Curry to join them there

Warriors have clinched the No. 10 seed in Western Conference with a four-game lead and a tiebreaker over the Rockets.
Warriors should focus on extending their winning streak, prioritizing rest for Steph Curry, and aiming for postseason readiness. [ more ]
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1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers like the East

The Lakers are in a tight race in the Western Conference standings and are looking to move back into the playoffs.
Despite recent wins and improvements in health, the Lakers are still in ninth place in the standings, aiming to catch the Phoenix Suns. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
LA Lakers

Lakers played extra time against Grizzlies because of clock error

Clock error resulted in extended playing time during Lakers-Grizzlies game. Lakers' seeding in Western Conference dependent on other game outcomes. [ more ]
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1 month ago
LA Lakers

Lakers vs. Pelicans Preview: The season finale

The Lakers' final game of the season will determine their fate in the upcoming play-in tournament. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Thunder clinch No. 1 seed; Nuggets grab No. 2

Oklahoma City Thunder clinched No. 1 seed in Western Conference playoffs. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Every possible play-in seed scenario for Lakers on final day of the season, explained

Competitive race in Western Conference may lead to Lakers finishing between seeds 8-10. [ more ]
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1 month ago
LA Lakers

Friday Standings Update

The Lakers secured a crucial win that puts them in control of their playoff destiny. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Spurs' win leaves 3 teams tied for West's top seed

The West conference has a three-way tie for the top spot, leading to a dramatic final day of the regular NBA season. [ more ]
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The Mercury News
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Play-in preview: Warriors' season on the line against the Kings

The Warriors are in the play-in tournament and face the risk of elimination with any loss, despite a better record than the previous year. [ more ]
Silver Screen and Roll
1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Players Grades: Lakers vs. Warriors

The Western Conference standings this season are extremely competitive and unpredictable compared to previous years.
The Lakers have shown impressive performance improvement over a 44-game span, despite facing challenges with important game losses. [ more ]
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ESPN.com
1 month ago
LA Lakers

LeBron (illness) ruled out for Lakers vs. Wolves

The Los Angeles Lakers are without LeBron James due to flu-like symptoms for the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The game between the Lakers and the Timberwolves is crucial for playoff seeding in the Western Conference. [ more ]
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1 month ago
LA Lakers

Taurean Prince is having a moment and Lakers are taking advantage

Lakers secured an essential victory against the Cavaliers, moving up the conference standings.
Taurean Prince made a significant impact during the game, showcasing his defensive prowess and shooting skills. [ more ]
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1 month ago
LA Lakers

Breaking down the Lakers' playoff seeding scenarios, odds

Despite winning more games this season, the Lakers are further away from earning a first-round playoff spot compared to last season.
The Western Conference has become more competitive in 2023-24 due to the rise of some teams offsetting declines from others. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Reacts: What team do Lakers have the best chance against in the play-in game?

The majority of Lakers fans prefer to face the Houston Rockets or the Golden State Warriors in the play-in game.
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently perceived as a formidable team that other fans would least like to face in the Western Conference playoffs. [ more ]
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1 month ago
Golden State Warriors

Who would the Lakers have the best chance against in the play-in game?

The Lakers may face the Rockets, Warriors, Kings, or Suns in the play-in game.
Each potential opponent poses unique challenges.
Injuries may impact the performance of the Kings in the play-in game. [ more ]
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ESPN.com
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

Williams, Rose joins growing Grizzlies injury list

Memphis Grizzlies facing multiple injuries
Key players out for weeks [ more ]
sportslens.com
3 months ago
National Basketball Association

NBA: The Phoenix Suns Have The Easiest Remaining Schedule

The Phoenix Suns have the toughest remaining schedule in the NBA.
They began the season slowly but have improved significantly in recent games. [ more ]
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