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Warriors’ Kristaps Porzingis Makes Honest Admission Ahead of Play-In
The Golden State Warriors closed their regular season with a 115-110 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday night. The situation is set. Tenth seed. One path forward.Golden State now turns toward a rematch with the Clippers in the Play-In Tournament on Wednesday. A win keeps the season alive. A loss ends it. There […] The post Warriors’ Kristaps Porzingis Makes Honest Admission Ahead of Play-In appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Magic rumors: How Jamahl Mosley’s hot seat might ‘erupt in flames’
Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley has become one of the more talked-about coaches in recent weeks. But for the wrong reasons. Experts believe that Mosley is in the hot seat after the Magic stumbled to a 45-37 record in his fifth year at the helm. While they made the Play-In Tournament as the eighth seed, […] The post Magic rumors: How Jamahl Mosley’s hot seat might ‘erupt in flames’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blazers vs. Suns 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament prediction, odds, pick
The NBA Playoffs are finally here and eight teams will have a chance to advance through the Play-In Tournament, this matchup in the Western Conference. The No. 8 Portland Trail Blazers (42-40) will take on the No. 7 Phoenix Suns (45-37), the winner advancing to face the No. 2 San Antonio Spurs in the first round. Check our NBA […] The post Blazers vs. Suns 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA play-in tournament: Schedule, predictions for teams vying for postseason position
The NBA play-in tournament was a polarizing concept when the league first adopted the idea in 2020, but it has quickly become a beloved staple of professional basketball. The play-in tournament is a purgatory of sorts that takes place after the regular season and before the playoffs officially begin. The seven and eight-seeds in both […] The post NBA play-in tournament: Schedule, predictions for teams vying for postseason position appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Steve Kerr: Warriors need to prepare for Kawhi Leonard’s foul tactics before play-in vs. Clippers
The Golden State Warriors have a tall task ahead of them regarding Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers. The two teams will square off on Wednesday night, with both teams needing a victory just to fight another day in the play-in tournament on Friday night. Leonard had a career year in the 2025-26 NBA season, […] The post Steve Kerr: Warriors need to prepare for Kawhi Leonard’s foul tactics before play-in vs. Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bill Simmons pitches new Adam Silver Trophy end of season award for the Pistons
The Detroit Pistons concluded the final stretch of the regular season going 8-2, with Cade Cunningham playing only the final three games during that run. Cunningham, who suffered from a collapsed lung on March 17 against the Washington Wizards, missed 11 games due to the problem and ended up being ineligible for end-of-the-season awards. However, […] The post Bill Simmons pitches new Adam Silver Trophy end of season award for the Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Paul George talks sharing special moment with fan after $10k shot
Back in January, a lucky Philadelphia 76ers fan won $10,000 by hitting a half-court shot during a game against the New York Knicks. Granted, the money was in cryptocurrency, but it was still a hefty payday nonetheless. Months later, Paul George reflected on when he bumped into the fan, per the PHLY Sixers podcast. “Initially, […] The post Paul George talks sharing special moment with fan after $10k shot appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Warriors react to play-in matchup with Clippers: ‘We know who they are’
INGLEWOOD — The Warriors will go from playing a meaningless game to one for all the marbles against the same opponent, in the same venue, only three days apart. They have 72 hours to lock in from practice to play-in mode before a win-or-go-home rematch against the Clippers inside the Intuit Dome at 7 p.m....
Stephen Curry responds to Darius Garland’s comments about him
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors have finished up their 2025-26 regular season campaign, and will now look to keep their season alive against Darius Garland and the LA Clippers Wednesday night. The Clippers edged out the Warriors during Sunday night’s regular season finale, winning 115-110. Curry finished the contest with a game-high 24 […] The post Stephen Curry responds to Darius Garland’s comments about him appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Darius Garland eyeing showdown with Stephen Curry in play-in tournament
The LA Clippers are facing a win-or-go-home situation on Wednesday night when they host the Golden State Warriors. The matchup will feature two of the best point guards in the NBA in Stephen Curry and Darius Garland. Garland is still finding his footing as he looks to get acclimated in his new environment with the […] The post Darius Garland eyeing showdown with Stephen Curry in play-in tournament appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Heat vs. Hornets 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament prediction, odds, pick
We are back for another NBA betting prediction and pick, and it’s time for the Play-In Tournament, where it’s win or go home for the Miami Heat (43-39), who visit the Charlotte Hornets (44-38) on Tuesday, as both teams look to advance to the second round of the tournament and keep their playoff hopes alive. […] The post Heat vs. Hornets 2026 NBA Play-In Tournament prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Paul George Explains Wholesome Moment With Fan After Viral Halfcourt Shot Celebration
Paul George explained why he shoulder-bumped the fan who had just won $10k in crypto after making a half-court shot.
Bill Simmons Drops Ridiculous Play-In Idea for Heat vs. Hornets Involving Terry Rozier
Bill Simmons wants the loser of Heat vs. Hornets game to take Terry Rozier home.
Stephen Curry Has Honest Perspective on Golden State Warriors’ Play-In Reality
After finishing in 10th spot in the regular season, Stephen Curry gave an honest admission about the Warriors' entering another Play-In tournament in recent years
Ranking the best players in the Play-In Tournament who can carry their teams through
The NBA play-in tournament starts this week and these eight players will have all the pressure of lifting their teams to the NBA playoffs.
NBA releases first-round playoff schedule in first year of new media rights deal
The NBA playoffs begin Saturday, April 18, and for the first time in more than two decades, the postseason will air without TNT. The NBA released the Game 1 schedule for the first round on Sunday, with eight matchups spread across two days and three broadcast partners. Under the league’s new 11-year, $76 billion media…
Bulls’ final day of regular season plays out in ideal fashion for 2026 NBA Draft
On Sunday evening, the Chicago Bulls closed out their 2025-26 NBA season with a road loss against the Dallas Mavericks. The Bulls sat several of their key players in this matchup and ended up giving up 80 points in the first half, ultimately falling by a final score of 149-128. The good news for the […] The post Bulls’ final day of regular season plays out in ideal fashion for 2026 NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Heat vs. Hornets: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, Head-to-Head Stats, and Injury Updates (Apr 14)
Heat vs. Hornets play-in clash heats up as Miami’s 3-1 dominance meets Charlotte’s resurgence, LaMelo Ball’s spark, and Kon Knueppel’s Rookie of the Year push.
NBA Playoffs Set to Leave Local TV Behind in Streaming-Heavy Shift
The league’s new TV deals introduce a stark reality.
Magic’s Jalen Suggs acknowledges fan frustration before 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Orlando Magic had high expectations coming into the season, but they were not able to live up to the hype. That has led them to the No. 8 seed and a matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers in the Play-In tournament, which means they’ll still have at least two chances to advance to the playoffs. […] The post Magic’s Jalen Suggs acknowledges fan frustration before 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Poll: Will Steph Curry and the Warriors Advance?
[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 play-in tournament begins Tuesday, with eight teams looking to advance in the NBA playoffs. On ...
Steph Curry Shares Health Update Before Play-In Tournament
Steph Curry is locked in. With the Golden State Warriors sitting at No. 10 in an ultra-competitive Western Conference, Curry is determined to lead his team to the NBA playoffs. After an up-and-down regular season, the Dubs finished 37-45, forcing them into the play-in tournament. Golden ...
Warriors Coach Steve Kerr Addresses Steph Curry Decision Against Clippers
Steph Curry suited up for the Golden State Warriors’ season finale on Sunday night. Coming off two months on the shelf due to a lingering knee injury, the 38-year-old played in just his fourth game back. Curry registered 24 points on 7-of-14 shooting, to go along with six rebounds, three assists, a ...