Hockey
Stanley Cup contender flaws: Biggest issues for the NHL’s top playoff teams
No NHL team is perfect, and postseason opponents will be certain to key in on these areas of weakness.
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Hockey
NHL playoff watch: What’s at stake on the season’s final day
Six games left to finalize playoff seeding and draft lottery order. Here’s a rundown of what’s on tap.
Hockey
Islanders’ fundraiser for convicted cop causes stir
The Islanders are facing questions about a jumbotron promotion urging hockey fans to donate to a former New York City police sergeant who was recently convicted of manslaughter for hurling a cooler of ice at […]
Hockey
Blackhawks extend GM Davidson’s contract
The Blackhawks extended general manager Kyle Davidson’s contract Wednesday, it was announced.
Hockey
Stars’ Hintz to miss start of playoffs after setback
Stars top-line center Roope Hintz will miss the start of the playoffs after experiencing a setback in his recovery from a lower-body injury, while the team is getting healthier at other positions, coach Glen Gulutzan […]
Basketball
Warriors turn back clock to rally, extend season
The Warriors, led by Stephen Curry, erased a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to edge the Clippers and advance in the NBA’s play-in tournament.
Basketball
Minus Embiid, Maxey propels Sixers into playoffs
With Joel Embiid watching from the bench, Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points to lead the Sixers past the Magic 109-97 and lock up a first-round playoff date with the rival Boston Celtics.
Basketball
Hornets’ Ball fined $35K for ‘reckless’ Bam play
The NBA has fined LaMelo Ball $35,000 “for making unnecessary and reckless contact” with Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s play-in game. The Hornets star also was fined $25,000 for using profane language during a TV interview […]
Basketball
Wolves ready to ‘flip the switch’ off uneven season
Coming off a rather uninspiring regular season, Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves said “we’re here now” and are ready to take on the Nuggets for the start of the playoffs.
Basketball
NBA referee Taylor exits Warriors-Clips with injury
Referee Ben Taylor left the play-in tournament game between the Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Clippers because of an injury.