Nets will still learn plenty over final stretch even without playoff push
The Nets miss the playoffs for the first time in six years. But that doesn’t mean they don’t play for anything. These are still high-paying competitors, and they need to show they are still competitive. Interim coach Kevin Ollie, and more importantly general manager Sean Marks, will be left to figure out who will compete […]
Islanders ready to face hard part of schedule as playoff push intensifies
Last week was the easy part for the Islanders. Yes, it is. Those hypertension-inducing wins against the Flyers, Blackhawks, and Blue Jackets all came in the final minutes or overtime and represented some of the easiest matchups left on the schedule. Perhaps the Islanders could have survived without getting 6 out of 6 points, but […]
Islanders move into playoff spot after third straight victory
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Islanders are dominant. It was the Islanders’ third straight win. The Islanders are in playoff contention. The general sentiment this season has been weird from the start, so with only six games left, it might not be surprising that the charge into the postseason isn’t exactly as inspired as the Charge […]
Nets eliminated from playoff contention despite gritty win
The Nets won Wednesday’s battle, but lost this season’s war. Brooklyn defeated Indiana 115-111 in front of a capacity crowd of 17,732 at Barclays Center, but the victory was Pyrrhic and officially eliminated from playoff contention. Unofficially, it was coming a while ago. In the Nets’ 115-111 win over the Pacers, Mikal Bridges scored 18 […]
Islanders get win over Blackhawks, keep playoff hopes intact
For the second night in a row, the Islanders’ playoff chances were in jeopardy. And for the second night in a row, even if it was underwhelming and ugly, they did what they needed to do to generate the two points, defeating the Blackhawks 2-1 and keeping their playoff hopes alive. . For 40 minutes, […]
Islanders keep playoff hopes alive with OT win over Flyers
PHILADELPHIA — The Islanders’ do-or-die game for their playoff chances featured just about every roller coaster moment imaginable. Flyers coach John Tortorella removed netminder Ivan Fedotov after the first period so he could make his NHL debut just days after being plucked from Russia. Bo Horvat, scoring his 30th goal and 500th career point, was […]
Knicks return to site of playoff failure on shaky ground to face Heat
MIAMI — Nearly 11 months after being eliminated in South Beach, the Knicks will finally return to play against the playoff champions on Tuesday. There aren’t as many things at stake as Game 6 of the conference semifinals, but the Knicks aren’t in a position to lose back-to-back games or get beaten by the Heat […]
Houston Open: Scottie Scheffler “misread” from 6 feet on 18 costs chance at playoff
Scottie Scheffler raced for the third consecutive week, but fell just short at the Houston Open. Stefan Jaeger persevered and shot a 3-under 67 to earn his first PGA Tour victory after 135 starts. The 34-year-old fought tenaciously against the world No. 1, becoming the first player to defeat Scheffler in the last three tournaments. […]
Islanders facing mammoth playoff push with hopes fading
SUNRISE, Fla. — “Do-or-die” may not be enough to describe the situation the Islanders face. That’s because the Islanders not only need a dramatic turnaround in their play to get past the playoff cut line, but they also need some help. Heading into Thursday night’s trifecta against the Panthers here in suburban Fort Lauderdale, the […]
Post experts’ playoff, World Series predictions
The Post’s baseball experts make their predictions for 2024. John Heyman lowest 1. Orioles2. Ray*3. Yankees4. Jays5. Red Sox central alabama 1. Twins2. Tigers3. Guardian4. Royals5. White Sox west alabama 1. Astros2.Ranger*3. Mariners*4. Angels5. Mr. A Ronald Acuña Jr. is the National League’s current MVP. Kim Clement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports eastern north carolina 1. Braves2. […]