The Warriors secured a 126-121 victory over the Clippers in the NBA Play-In Tournament, led by Stephen Curry's 35 points. The 76ers also advanced to the playoffs with a win against the Magic.
Key points
Warriors beat Clippers 126-121 in NBA Play-In Tournament
Stephen Curry scored 35 points in the victory
76ers defeated Magic 109-97 to advance to playoffs
Warriors will face Phoenix for the West's 8 seed
Curry and other senior stars had key moments in the game
The Warriors turned back the clock, and the 76ers punched their tickets to the 2026 NBA Playoffs.Golden State got vintage versions of their senior stars as Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņģis all had key moments in the Warriors' 126-121 victory that sent them to Friday's game in Phoenix to determine the West's 8 seed. Meanwhile, Kawhi Leonard's Clippers -- who were outscored 14-2 down the stretch -- head into the offseason. Curry, of course, led the way with 35 points, but Horford was 4 for 4 on fourth-quarter 3s. Earlier, the 76ers put the clamps on the Magic in the second half. Philly held Orlando to just 42 points in the final two quarters for a 109-97 win, and the Sixers will now face the Celtics as the 7 seed in the first round.
Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle has signed a massive $150 million extension. The trend of young players with minimal MLB experience getting paid continues. McGonigle entered the 2026 season as the top prospect in baseball, and now his bank account matches that ranking. To his credit, McGonigle has delivered on the hype in a small sample size with a .311 average, one homer and eight RBI. McGonigle's contract comes just a week after the Pirates to Konnor Griffin.
Q&A
What was Stephen Curry's performance in the NBA Play-In Tournament?
Stephen Curry scored 35 points, leading the Warriors to a 126-121 victory over the Clippers.
Which teams advanced to the NBA Playoffs from the Play-In Tournament?
The Warriors and the 76ers advanced to the NBA Playoffs after their respective victories.
What is the significance of the Warriors' victory in the Play-In Tournament?
The Warriors' win secures them a chance to compete for the 8 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.
How did the 76ers perform against the Magic in the Play-In Tournament?
The 76ers defeated the Magic 109-97, holding Orlando to just 42 points in the second half.
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