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Luka scores 39 points, Lakers wrap up Pacific title and No. 3 seed with win over resting Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers clinched the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference playoffs with a 140-109 victory over the Houston RocketsABC News - 3d -
JJ Redick reflects on winning 50th game and clinching third seed
Lakers head coach JJ Redick continues to prove his doubters wrong by putting his team in position to make a deep playoff run.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Lakers vs Trail Blazers: Live updates and highlights
Live updates and highlights from Sunday's game between the Lakers and Trail Blazers.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
JJ Redick's initial thoughts on his Lakers facing the Timberwolves in the NBA playoffs
Lakers head coach knows that the Timberwolves, the Lakers' first-round playoff opponents, won't exactly be a pushover.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
The Lakers' first-round playoff opponent is set
With the NBA regular season complete, the Lakers will get a long rest before they begin the first round of the playoffs.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
When will the Lakers' playoff series versus the Timberwolves start?
The date and time of Game 1 of the Lakers' first-round playoff series versus the Timberwolves has been set.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Lakers will lean on Luka in prepping for Wolves
Seeing as he faced them in the playoffs last year, the Los Angeles Lakers plan to rely on Luka Doncic's experiences in playing the Timberwolves, this year's Round 1 opponent, after the superstar ...ESPN - 1d -
Lakers player grades: L.A. drops meaningless regular-season finale
With the three seed locked in, the Lakers rested most of their regular rotation players and got blown out by the Trail Blazers on Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Luka and the Lakers believe they can win a championship after wrapping up the Pacific title
The Los Angeles Lakers said they believe they can win an NBA championship after they wrapped up the Pacific Division titleABC News - 3d -
How many Lakers players will sit out Sunday's game vs Trail Blazers?
Several Lakers rotation players have earned a day off on Sunday when the team visits the Trail Blazers.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Harden bags 39 as Clippers edge Warriors to clinch play-off spot
James Harden scored 39 points as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 124-119 in overtime to clinch the final playoff spot in a thrilling last day of the NBA regular season ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
LeBron James is plastic, it's fantastic: Mattel unveils Ken doll modeled after Lakers star
LeBron James is bringing big Ken-ergy to the toy world. Barbie maker Mattel announced the Lakers star is the first professional male athlete to have a Ken doll modeled in his likeness.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
3 Takeaways: Golden Knights Clinch Pacific Division Title With 5-3 Victory Over Nashville Predators
LAS VEGAS -- The Golden Knights clinched the Pacific Division for the fourth time in eight years after defeating the Nashville Predators 5-3 on Saturday night.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Flames beat Minnesota 4-2 to prevent the Wild from clinching a playoff spot
Nazem Kadri scored his 32nd goal of the season on a second-period power play and the Calgary Flames beat Minnesota 4-2 on Friday night to prevent the Wild from clinching a playoff spot Friday nightABC News - 3d -
Connor stars as Jets clinch Central Division title with shootout victory over Blackhawks
Kyle Connor and Cole Perfetti scored in the shootout, and the Winnipeg Jets clinched the franchise’s first Central Division title and the No. 1 seed for the Western Conference playoffs with a wild ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Noah Hanifin scores late goal to lift Golden Knights past Nashville 5-3, and clinch Pacific
Noah Hanifin scored the go-ahead goal with 1:55 to play and the Vegas Golden Knights went on to a 5-3 win over the Nashville Predators on Saturday that clinched their fourth Pacific Division title ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Connor stars as Jets clinch Central Division title with shootout victory over Blackhawks
Kyle Connor and Cole Perfetti scored in the shootout, and the Winnipeg Jets clinched the franchise’s first Central Division title and the No. 1 seed for the Western Conference playoffs with a wild ...ABC News - 2d -
Noah Hanifin scores late goal to lift Golden Knights past Nashville 5-3, and clinch Pacific
Noah Hanifin scored the go-ahead goal with 1:55 to play and the Vegas Golden Knights went on to a 5-3 win over the Nashville Predators that clinched their fourth Pacific Division title in the ...ABC News - 2d -
Why Dan Hurley turned down the Los Angeles Lakers
UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley and his wife Andrea said there were many reasons why they declined an offer to coach the NBA team.CBS News - 2d -
Timberwolves beat Utah, lock up playoff matchup with Lakers
Just a month ago, Anthony Edwards said Timberwolves players “all thought” they were play-in bound. “We just knew it was gonna happen,” he said. It sure felt like it at the time. Back-to-back losses ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
No. 21 Clemson holds off NC State to clinch another ACC series
Clemson comes up clutch late to take down NC State for another ACC series win.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Jets Clinch Central Division, Beat Blackhawks 5-4
CHICAGO - The Chicago Blackhawks took on the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night. This game against the Central Division’s leader ended the home portion of Chicago’s schedule for 2024-25.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
West Virginia uses a familiar recipe to clinch series over Houston
Over the last eight games and for most of their season, West Virginia's offense has carried their team while timely pitching has helped close out wins. On Saturday night against Houston, that same ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Cornered Wild come out fighting, get two points closer to clinching
VANCOUVER, B.C. — Although it mostly looks like a bear, the Minnesota Wild have never officially said what creature is represented on the sharp logo they wear on their sweaters. But whatever animal ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Finn Dahmen back in high spirits as Augsburg clinch Bundesliga safety
Two weeks after he saw himself rather unfairly robbed of a chance at a Bundesliga record, Augsburg goalkeeper Finn Dahmen was back in high spirits yesterday. The reasons were obvious. A 2-1 away ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Wild West: Clips clinch 5 seed; Dubs in play-in
The Clippers locked up the No. 5 seed with the win and will play the Nuggets. The Warriors fell into the play-in with the loss and will play Memphis in the 7-8 game.ESPN - 1d -
The final NBA Western Conference 2025 playoff field, including a juicy Lakers-Timberwolves matchup
The NBA's Western Conference playoffs are gonna be a wild ride from start to finish.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NBA playoff predictions: Expert picks for full bracket, with Celtics and OKC favored, Warriors, Lakers hopeful
The 2025 NBA playoffs get started this week and our experts are picking who will meet in JuneCBS Sports - 4h -
Jets Clinch Central Division, Losing Nikolaj Ehlers But Defeating The Blackhawks 5-4 In Shootout
The Jets controlled the play in the first period, outshooting the Blackhawks 8-4, but a shorthanded goal by Nick Foligno and a power play goal by Connor Bedard had the Blackhawks up 2-0 going into ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Oregon State Baseball: Beavers Score 17 Runs, Clinch Series vs Fullerton
Easton Talt finished a double short of the cycle and AJ Singer recorded four hits as No. 8 Oregon State defeated Cal State Fullerton, 17-10, Saturday night at Goodwin Field. Talt homered and ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
What's at stake on final day of NBA regular season? Playoff clinching scenarios for Warriors, Nuggets, more
Sunday's finales will decide the final seven seeds in the Western Conference postseason pictureCBS Sports - 2d -
Stanley Cup playoff watch: What's at stake in Sunday's games
From clinching scenarios to first-round matchups and draft lottery order, here's what to monitor.ESPN - 2d -
2025 NBA playoff bracket: Postseason picture, matchups, schedule as Clippers clinch spot vs. Warriors
The 2025 NBA playoff bracket is set after the regular season wrapped up SundayCBS Sports - 1d -
NBA postseason tracker: Playoff picture set; play-in begins Tuesday
With the regular season now over, see which teams clinched playoff spots ahead of the play-in tournament.ESPN - 1d -
NBA scout reveals one big concern about LeBron James in the playoffs
LeBron James is still an NBA superstar in his 22nd season, but one scout says that he has a big weakness that could sink the Lakers in the playoffs.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
No. 9 FSU softball's three home runs lead to series win over Cal on Saturday
FSU softball defeats Cal, 11-3, on Saturday to clinch the series. The Seminoles will return on Sunday to complete the sweep against the Golden Bears.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NBA playoff picture: Final standings, bracket, first-round matchups
The 2024-25 NBA regular season concluded Sunday, when seed Nos. 1 through 6 in each conference clinched their spots. Now, the Play-In awaits.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Watch: Rory McIlroy’s home-town club erupts after Masters victory
Rory McIlroy’s fans at his home-town golf club erupted as he clinched Masters glory – despite not being allowed to toast his success.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Mavs' Harrison has 'no regrets' after Luka trade
Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison said he has "no regrets on the trade" that sent franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic to the Lakers. Instead, Harrison preached patience and the importance of ...ESPN - 3h -
Texas A&M storms back after consecutive grand slams lead to 15-12 win over South Carolina
After falling behind 12-2 against South Carolina on Saturday, Texas A&M's offense surged with two grand slams in the ninth, clinching a 15-12 victory.Yahoo Sports - 2d
