Lakers blown out by Thunder in Game 3, one loss away from postseason elimination
The details were different, but the story of Saturday’s Game 3 between the Lakers and Thunder played out similarly as the previous two matchups in Oklahoma City.

The details were different, but the story of Saturday’s Game 3 between the Lakers and Thunder played out similarly as the previous two matchups in Oklahoma City.

[Editor’s note: Welcome to Athlon Sports’ poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section.] The NBA playoffs continue Saturday with a pair of Game 3 matchups in the conference semifinals. Both ...

Despite winning three of the first four games of the series against the Detroit Pistons, the Magic lost the final three matchups - including in Sunday's 22-point defeat to secure their elimination.

Chris Paul is trying to stretch plausible deniability to its absolute limits. The retired former LA Clippers guard Paul appeared Friday on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show.” During the appearance, Paul addressed the viral post that he made after the Clippers were eliminated from playoff contention this year with a play-in tournament loss to the … The post Chris Paul makes a laughable claim about his post after Clippers’ elimination appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

The Rockets staved off elimination in Game 4 to force tonight's Game 5.

Mikko Rantanen sets the tone as the Stars face elimination, with Dallas looking to respond in a crucial Game 6 vs Minnesota.

You at least cannot accuse Jabari Smith Jr. of frontrunning. The Houston Rockets forward Smith spoke with reporters on Tuesday before Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. Houston is currently facing elimination in the first-round series as they trail the Lakers 3-1. During his remarks, Smith … The post Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. takes a shot at Lakers in middle of playoff series appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Connor McDavid’s status clouds a must-win Game 5 as the Oilers face elimination, needing a comeback to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Mark Messier explains Oilers’ defensive issues as Connor McDavid and team face elimination against Ducks in Game 5.

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk was targeted by an online meme from the Carolina Hurricanes after they swept the Senators in the first round of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, eliminating the Team USA gold medalist without a single point scored.

The Denver Nuggets are on the brink of elimination, and Adam Mares thinks their offseason could raise questions about Nikola Jokić's future.

The Edmonton Oilers are on the verge of elimination against the Anaheim Ducks, making Game 5 crucial for them. Here's how to watch the game.

Oilers hit statistical lows after Game 4 loss to Ducks, falling behind 3-1 as Edmonton faces elimination in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Charlie McAvoy calls out Bruins after 6-1 loss as Boston faces elimination against Sabres in Game 5 of playoff series.

Connor McDavid backs Tristan Jarry after Game 4 loss as Oilers face elimination and search for answers in must-win Game 5.

Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant has been officially ruled out for the Game 4 clash against the Los Angeles Lakers in a title-decider.

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk was emotional discussing another early playoff exit.

Sidney Crosby spoke about the Pittsburgh Penguins' Game 4 win, extending the first-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers.

Nikola Jokic's dismal shooting and late ejection in Game 4 against Minnesota push the Nuggets to the brink of elimination.

Brady Tkachuk stays defiant as the Senators face elimination, sending a clear message ahead of do-or-die Game 4 vs. Hurricanes.

The Ottawa Senators fell to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 on Thursday night. The Senators now have their backs firmly up against the wall. Ottawa is down 3-0 in the series, and they are on the brink of elimination. Thomas Chabot and his teammates have to figure things out sooner rather than later. One […] The post Senators’ Thomas Chabot’s 5-word power play message after Hurricanes loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Getting eliminated from playoff contention before the last game of the season even took place? Unfathomable, until it became all-but-inevitable on Saturday night. Impossible to digest until it became official, leaving no choice, on Sunday.

Lindsay Davenport's Team USA's chances takes major hit after McCartney Kessler retires in second match of tie.

Udonis Haslem slams Giannis Antetokounmpo for wanting to return to an eliminated Bucks team, urging Milwaukee to part ways.
