Senators News and Rumors: Ottawa Learn Fate of Brady Tkachuk’s Injury Ahead of Playoffs Round 1
A critical update about Brady Tkachuk's injury has arrived just in time for the Ottawa Senators after the captain picked up an untimely injury.
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Warriors vs. Clippers: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Updates (Apr 15)
Stephen Curry’s ankle concern looms as the Warriors face the Clippers in a high-stakes play-in clash, with form, momentum, and recent loss shaping expectations.
Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin Refuses to Buy Noise Around Alex Ovechkin’s Retirement
Evgeni Malkin of the Pittsburgh Penguins does not agree that this season could be Washington Capitals icon Alex Ovechkin's last in the NHL.
Knicks superfan Ben Stiller drops bold playoff prediction for Hawks series
As the regular season concludes and the New York Knicks look ahead to their playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks, superfan Ben Stiller has faith in his team. Days before the Knicks-Hawks series commences, Stiller agreed with Shaun Possible’s take, who believes New York will win the series in five games. While Stiller didn’t anything […] The post Knicks superfan Ben Stiller drops bold playoff prediction for Hawks series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Why Pierre LeBrun believes Senators are a Stanley Cup sleeper
The Ottawa Senators will be returning to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Sens return to the playoffs for a second straight year after losing in the first round in six games last season. As they look to advance this season beyond the first round, The Athletic’s hockey insider Pierre LeBrun believes the Senators could be […] The post Why Pierre LeBrun believes Senators are a Stanley Cup sleeper appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Knicks Fans Get Bad News Before Playoffs Even Begin
The New York Knicks have firmly secured the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference, and they are preparing to fight for the championship. However, before the Knicks’ first playoff game, Knicks fans had taken a serious blow, one that did not concern the team at all.It is being said that this postseason, fans will […] The post Knicks Fans Get Bad News Before Playoffs Even Begin appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Why New York Knicks’ Jordan Clarkson is due for a big playoff series
The New York Knicks are playoff-bound. They successfully secured the third seed in the Eastern Conference for the 2026 NBA Playoffs and will face the Atlanta Hawks in the first-round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.. And while Atlanta shouldn’t pose a tremendous threat to New York, the Knicks will still need more offensively than what […] The post Why New York Knicks’ Jordan Clarkson is due for a big playoff series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers GM Stan Bowman Puts Cards on the Table Over Edmonton’s ‘Rabid’ Fanbase
Stan Bowman addresses Oilers' rabid fanbase, playoff push, and pressure in Edmonton as team battles for Pacific Division lead.
Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant get absolutely hyped after fan drains $10k shot
The Houston Rockets have had a steady year, and they’ll be entering the playoffs as the No. 5 seed facing the Los Angeles Lakers. Kevin Durant has been the engine of the team this season, and they’ll be looking upon him to lead them through the playoffs. For the most part, Durant is an even-keel […] The post Watch Rockets’ Kevin Durant get absolutely hyped after fan drains $10k shot appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Clippers make NBA history by beating Warriors to finish roller-coaster regular season
The Los Angeles Clippers finished as the No. 9 seed in the Western Conference after beating the Golden State Warriors, 115-110, at Intuit Dome on Sunday. The Clippers and the Warriors will have a quick rematch in the Play-In Tournament on Wednesday. Six players scored in double digits for Los Angeles, led by Bennedict Mathurin’s […] The post Clippers make NBA history by beating Warriors to finish roller-coaster regular season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Canadiens Star Cole Caufield Underlines Why He Was ‘Pretty Stressed’ in Montreal’s Final Run-In
Cole Caufield reveals the stress behind 50-goal milestone as Canadiens push through tight playoff race and maintain strong late-season form.
"Matthew Schaefer is a bust, now everyone sees it": Fans react as New York Islanders fail to make Stanley Cup playoffs once again – Sportskeeda
"Matthew Schaefer is a bust, now everyone sees it": Fans react as New York Islanders fail to make Stanley Cup playoffs once again Sportskeeda
Panthers’ Stanley Cup Champ Sergei Bobrovsky Sets Record Straight on His Future in Florida
Sergei Bobrovsky says he isn’t retiring and hopes to stay with the Panthers, as contract talks loom after Florida misses playoffs.
Oilers Playoff Picture Update: Where Do Connor McDavid and Co. Stand In Final Week?
Edmonton Oilers chase the Pacific title in the final week as Connor McDavid leads a team dealing with injuries, with their playoff opponent still uncertain.
Mike Breen sounds off on first-round NBA playoff games being exclusive to national TV
As part of the NBA’s media rights deal with ESPN, NBC, and Amazon, beginning this year, there will no longer be first-round playoff games televised on regional sports networks (RSNs) with local television announcers. All playoff games are now exclusive to the national TV partners. The decision has frustrated many NBA fans, including the voice…
Doc Rivers expresses hope for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks after stepping down
Another chapter has ended for Doc Rivers after he stepped down as coach of the Milwaukee Bucks just a few minutes after they lost in their season finale on Monday. The Bucks fell to the Philadelphia 76ers, 126-06, at Xfinity Mobile Arena, finishing their lowly campaign with a 32-50 record, including 13-28 on the road. […] The post Doc Rivers expresses hope for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks after stepping down appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Detroit Red Wings Join Montreal Canadiens in Making NHL History For All the Wrong Reasons
The Detroit Red Wings' catastrophic late collapse ties a rare Montreal Canadiens historical record for missing the playoffs.
Kevin Durant’s Ex-Teammate Sends Strong Warning to Rockets Superstar Ahead of Playoff Series vs. LeBron James’ Lakers
Kendrick Perkins delivers a blunt message to Kevin Durant about taking on 41-year-old LeBron James and the depleted Lakers.
Lakers’ Marcus Smart gets 100% real about facing Kevin Durant in the playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2026 NBA playoffs after finishing the regular season 53-29, securing the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference with a 131-107 win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday night. That result locked in a first-round matchup against the Houston Rockets. Although the Lakers won the season series 2-1 against […] The post Lakers’ Marcus Smart gets 100% real about facing Kevin Durant in the playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
JJ Redick Makes Feelings Clear on Lakers Drawing Rockets in First-Round Without Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
JJ Redick vows the LA Lakers will fight and try to win their playoff series against the Houston Rockets despite missing Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
“A guy who averaged 34-8-8 ” – Shannon Sharpe says LeBron James needs to turn back the clock if the Lakers want to survive the first round of the playoffs – Basketball Network
“A guy who averaged 34-8-8 ” - Shannon Sharpe says LeBron James needs to turn back the clock if the Lakers want to survive the first round of the playoffs Basketball Network
Kendrick Perkins shuts down Lakers' playoff hopes even with Luka Doncic comeback: "I can say they're 95% cooked" – Basketball Network
Kendrick Perkins shuts down Lakers' playoff hopes even with Luka Doncic comeback: "I can say they're 95% cooked" Basketball Network
Watch Knicks’ Mikal Bridges make safest effort to preserve streak
With rest being the focus in their regular-season finale, the New York Knicks still gave Mikal Bridges a short appearance to keep his durability streak alive. The 29-year-old checked in for just 23 seconds in Sunday’s 110-96 loss to the Charlotte Hornets, extending his streak of consecutive games played to 638, the longest active run […] The post Watch Knicks’ Mikal Bridges make safest effort to preserve streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.
2026 Lakers Playoffs Schedule: First-Round Matchup, TV, Date, Time and More
A look at the LA Lakers' schedule after clinching the No. 4 seed of the Western Conference playoffs.