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With Lakers’ loss, Rockets clinch No. 2 spot in 2025 West playoff field
The Rockets (52-27) have mathematically clinched the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference courtesy of Oklahoma City’s win over the Lakers (48-31).Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2025 NBA playoff picture: Updated standings, clinching scenarios on April 8
Tuesday features 10 games on the schedule, with several seeding matchups and clinching scenarios to monitor throughout the evening.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NBA playoff picture: Updated standings, clinching scenarios on April 9
Wednesday features 10 games on the schedule, with several seeding matchups and clinching scenarios to monitor throughout the evening.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NBA playoff picture: Latest standings, bracket outlook before 2025 postseason
There is a lot at stake as the NBA reaches its final week to the regular season. Here's what to know about the NBA playoff picture.Yahoo Sports - 21h -
2025 NBA playoff picture: Bracket, standings, projections, scenarios heading into final week of season
With one week left in the NBA season, a lot of playoff seedings are up in the air — and the West is wild.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
2025 NHL playoff picture: Standings, schedule, start date, teams that have clinched, projected series matchups
The NHL playoff races are heating up with just over a week to go in the regular seasonCBS Sports - 4h -
2025 NBA playoff picture: Standings, bracket, tiebreakers as Lakers secure spot, Warriors fall to play-in
There are plenty of seeds to be determined as we head into the regular season's final weekCBS Sports - 4h -
Rockets clinch top-three playoff seed in West, on verge of securing No. 2 spot
After Sunday’s win, the Rockets (52-27) have clinched a top-three seed in the 2025 West playoffs and home-court advantage in at least the first round.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
NBA playoff picture: Latest standings, bracket ahead of last week of regular season
The NBA regular season ends this week. Here are current playoff standings and how the play-in tournament works with only a few games left.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
With Suns eliminated from playoff contention, Rockets gain lottery pick in 2025 NBA draft
With Phoenix (35-45) eliminated from playoff contention, the Rockets are now in line to pick up a lottery selection in the 2025 NBA draft.Yahoo Sports - 14h -
NJ Devils clinch spot in NHL playoffs with Rangers loss
The New Jersey Devils were off on Wednesday, but clinched their spot in the NHL playoffs anyway.Yahoo Sports - 15h -
Tearful Doncic scores 45 on return to Dallas as Lakers clinch playoff spot
Luka Doncic shrugged off the raw emotion of his return to Dallas with a dazzling 45-point display against his former club as the Los Angeles Lakers downed the Mavericks 112-97 to punch their ticket ...Yahoo Sports - 13h -
The NBA’s playoff chase is in its final days. Here’s a look at what’s happening
The 20 postseason-bound teams in the NBA are set. Another playoff spot has been clinched. Another postseason seed has been clinched. And we even know one of the matchups that’ll happen next week in ...Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Updated Apr. 7 West playoff standings as Thunder get destroyed by Lakers
Updated Apr. 7 West playoff standings as the Oklahoma City Thunder get destroyed by the Los Angeles Lakers.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Updated Apr. 8 West playoff standings as Thunder host Lakers again
Updated Apr. 8 West playoff standings as Oklahoma City Thunder host Los Angeles Lakers again.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
‘Countdown to Liftoff’: Rockets launch fan-support program to celebrate return to playoffs
With exclusive giveaways, deals, and team events, the Rockets are introducing a “Countdown to Liftoff” series to get fans ready for the NBA playoffs.Yahoo Sports - 15h -
What's the Bucks' magic number to clinch No. 5 seed in Eastern Conference? Playoff standings, bracket, schedule
The Milwaukee Bucks' magic number to clinch the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs over the Pistons is shrinking. Here are the latest standings and schedules.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Updated Apr. 9 West playoff standings as Thunder beat Lakers amid controversy
Updated Apr. 9 West playoff standings as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Los Angeles Lakers amid controversy.Yahoo Sports - 23h -
NBA Power Rankings: Lakers, Rockets send message to Thunder; Celtics getting hot
NBA Power Rankings: Lakers, Rockets send message to Thunder; standings races heat up.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Where Memphis Grizzlies stand in NBA playoff race with 3 regular season games left
Here's an updated look at where the Grizzlies stand in the NBA playoff race with three regular season games to play.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NBA playoff standings: Which teams have qualified?
The top six teams in each conference automatically make the playoffs. Teams in positions 7-10 qualify for the play-in tournament starting April 15.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
2025 NBA Playoffs: The Collector’s Guide to Boom, Bust, and Breakout Cards
Stars and dark horses collectors should be paying attention to heading into the NBA Playoffs.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NHL Power Rankings: Senators rise after clinching first playoff berth since 2017
Ottawa is riding high after locking up a playoff spotCBS Sports - 1d -
The Lakers won't be in the play-in tournament this year
For a change, the Lakers have made the 2025 NBA Playoffs outright after having to go through the play-in tournament in three of the last four years.Yahoo Sports - 9h -
NBA Power Rankings: Thunder undisputed No. 1, Lakers looking dangerous, Suns finally out of their misery
With just a few days left in the regular season, the playoff picture is starting to become clearerCBS Sports - 5h -
CLINCHED: Despite Losing In Columbus, Ottawa Senators Clinch First Playoff Spot In Eight Years
Despite a 5-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night, the Ottawa Senators' eight-year playoff drought—the third longest in the NHL—has finally come to an end.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
In again! Coachella Valley Firebirds clinch playoff berth for third straight year
The result of a game between Tucson and Bakersfield clinched a postseason spot for the Firebirds with five games to go in the regular seasonYahoo Sports - 3d -
2025 NBA Playoffs: Updated standings entering play on April 7
Monday features two games on the schedule, with some seeding matchups to monitor throughout the evening.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
NBA Nuggets fire coach Michael Malone
The Denver Nuggets fired NBA championship-winning head coach Michael Malone on Tuesday in a shock move that comes just three games away from the start of the playoffs."It is with our utmost respect ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ivica Zubac delivers first triple-double as playoff-focused Clippers beat Rockets
The Clippers are in fifth place in the tight Western Conference standings after delivering a win over the Rockets on Wednesday at the Intuit Dome.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Are the Denver Nuggets in danger of a 1st-round playoff exit?
Despite having Nikola Jokić and a stellar offense, the Nuggets' porous defense has become a glaring issue as the playoffs approach.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
(4-9-25) Blues-Oilers Gameday Lineup
It’ll be another chance for the St. Louis Blues to clinch a playoff spot on Wednesday.Yahoo Sports - 22h -
Emotional Luka Dončić drops 45 points in Dallas return as Lakers beat the Mavericks to clinch playoff berth
Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Dončić produced a masterful performance Wednesday night in his highy-anticipated Dallas homecoming after being traded in the stunning February blockbuster deal.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Indiana Pacers playoff picture: Will they have homecourt advantage in first round?
With four games remaining in the regular season, the Indiana Pacers have the chance to move up or down in the Eastern Conference standings.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Bold trade proposal gives Lakers a legitimate rim-protecting center
No matter how far the Lakers go in this year's NBA playoffs, they need to upgrade at the center position this summer.Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Knicks sense 'urgency' of playoffs after OT loss to Celtics
The New York Knicks sense the urgency of the 2025 NBA playoffs after Tuesday's 119-117 overtime loss to the Boston Celtics that doubled as a regular-season sweep.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NBA playoffs: How does the Play-In Tournament work?
The NBA Play-In Tournament begins Tuesday, April 15. It will set the Nos. 7 and 8 seeds in the Eastern and Western conference playoffs.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Updated Apr. 10 West playoff standings as Thunder eliminate Suns
Updated Apr. 10 West playoff standings as Oklahoma City Thunder eliminate Phoenix Suns.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Firing a title-winning coach one week before the playoffs? Par for the course in NBA season of crazy decisions
The Nuggets' firing of Malone is the latest head-scratching decision the NBA has seen recentlyCBS Sports - 1d -
Will the first-place Cavs play their starters against the Pacers? What we know
The Cavaliers have clinched the No. 1 seed in the NBA's Eastern Conference playoffs, but will their starters play with the Pacers needing to clinch a seed?Yahoo Sports - 20h
