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Los Angeles Lakers edge past the New Orleans Pelicans in ‘gritty’ win to punch NBA Playoffs ticket
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Quick Glance: Key Insights from Lakers vs. Pelicans Play-In Game
  • After Zion Williamson exited due to an injury and scoring 40 points, the Lakers won and secured the 7th seed.

  • The Lakers will face the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs, while the Pelicans will play the Kings for the 8th seed.

  • Zion Williamson delivered an impressive performance before his injury, and the Lakers clinched a crucial three-pointer courtesy of D'Angelo Russell.

  • The Pelicans struggled with their identity, and the Lakers displayed weaknesses in their game, leading to uncertainties ahead of their matchup against Denver.
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Breaking: Zion Williamson is out for Friday’s play-in tournament elimination game vs. Sacramento with a left hamstring injury and will be evaluated again in ... Show more
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Zion Williamson was visibly frustrated as he headed into the locker room late in the 4th quarter.
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NBA: Zion Williamson-less Pelicans beat Kings to make playoffs: NEW ORLEANS — Hustle plays and production from up and down the lineup helped the New Orleans ...
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NBA: Zion Williamson-less Pelicans beat Kings to make playoffs
Quick Glance: NBA: Zion-less Pelicans Triumph Over Kings, Secure Playoffs
  • The New Orleans Pelicans overcome Zion Williamson's absence to keep the season alive and achieve a significant victory.

  • Brandon Ingram scored 24 points, with Jonas Valanciunas contributing 19 points and 12 rebounds, resulting in the Pelicans securing a spot in the NBA playoffs. They defeated the Sacramento Kings 105-98 in a play-in tournament elimination game on Friday night.

  • Utilizing a well-balanced approach, New Orleans improved to an 8-5 record this season without Williamson. Six players each scored 10 or more points, including reserves Larry Nance Jr. (13), Naji Marshall (11), and Jose Alvarado (10).

  • Facing a crucial test after missing opportunities to secure a playoff berth at home, the Pelicans demonstrated their ability to handle the pressure of a do-or-die game.
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Kurtenbach: The Warriors ran into a big man and their biggest problem: The Dubs can't beat top teams and that seems like a pretty significant problem ...
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Kurtenbach: The Warriors ran into a big man and their biggest problem
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Well that was a fun start to the Play-In Tournament. 😅 The Los Angeles Lakers are the 7 seed in the Western Conference and will play the defending champion ... Show more
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The New Orleans Pelicans pick up a well-rounded road win 🙌 McCollum: 31 PTS | 9 3PM | 7 AST Zion: 31 PTS | 4 REB | 6 AST Murphy III: 27 PTS | 6 3PM | 4 AST
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"Because they didn't get it done, I'm only focusing on one thing tonight. Zion Williamson... When you're titled as a great player ... Show more
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Jayden Daniels is doing his best Joe Burrow imitation, although he probably will have to settle for being picked second or third in next week's NFL Draft ... Show more
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The Pels hold on late for a HUGE win in the battle for the No. 6 seed in the West. 🔥🔥 (via theScore Bet)
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Zion Williamson Had Powerful One-Word Answer for Why Pelicans Have Become a Force
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Play-In Preview: Injuries create tighter matchups: Injuries to Jimmy Butler and Zion Williamson will make the final Play-In games much closer than initially ...
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Play-In Preview: Injuries create tighter matchups
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The New Orleans Pelicans snap their 4-game losing streak with a win in Phoenix. 👏
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Willie Green on Zion Williamson playing with wrist injury: “He is showing the world what he is about… He had to gut through an injury tonight ... Show more
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Flying under the radar this season, a more refined version of Zion Williamson has finally delivered for New Orleans, and it’s helped turn the Pelicans into the ... Show more
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The New Orleans Pelicans have picked the worst time of year to settle into a slump. They finish off a horrendous homestand Friday night against the lowly San ... Show more
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NBA: Jimmy Butler, Zion Williamson injuries part of play-in finale stories: MIAMI — When injuries affect the Miami Heat, coach Erik Spoelstra almost always ...
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NBA: Jimmy Butler, Zion Williamson injuries part of play-in finale stories
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LeBron, Lakers top Pelicans, set playoff rematch against Nuggets: LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Lakers are showing playoff strength, contrasting their ...
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LeBron, Lakers top Pelicans, set playoff rematch against Nuggets
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Kings vs. Pelicans: Zion Williamson injury; Brandon Ingram’s comeback; scouting reports
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Kings vs. Pelicans: Zion Williamson injury; Brandon Ingram’s comeback; ...
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Pelicans complete season sweep of Kings. Here’s what that means for their playoff chances
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Pelicans complete season sweep of Kings. Here’s what that means for their ...
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Charles Barkley leaves Shaquille O'Neal in hysterics after demonstrating how Zion Williamson SHOULD...
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Charles Barkley leaves Shaquille O'Neal in hysterics after demonstrating ...
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NBA: Pelicans eclipse Suns, leaving both teams tied for 6th: PHOENIX — C.J. McCollum scored 31 points, Zion Williamson had 29 and the New Orleans Pelicans beat ...
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NBA: Pelicans eclipse Suns, leaving both teams tied for 6th
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Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans: The Phoenix Suns (46-31) face the New Orleans Pelicans (45-32) at home on Sunday, the final of their three-game season ...
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Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans
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The New Orleans Pelicans bounce back and take care of business at home 💯 Williamson: 28 PTS | 9-15 FG | 5 REB McCollum: 25 PTS | 7 REB | 7 AST
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NBA: Celtics rebound from back-to-back losses, beat Pelicans: NEW ORLEANS — Jayson Tatum scored 23 points and the Boston Celtics rebounded from back-to-back ...
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NBA: Celtics rebound from back-to-back losses, beat Pelicans
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Is Jalen Green breaking out under Ime Udoka's coaching? Jalen Green has been the second-best NBA player in the last seven days ... Show more
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Zion Williamson put on a show in Detroit and led his Pelicans to a win over the Pistons. 💪
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Zion Williamson, in shape and ready for his first playoffs, has reemerged as one of NBA's brightest stars
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Zion Williamson, in shape and ready for his first playoffs ...
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NBA fans are buying stock in ‘prime Zion’ being officially back for New Orleans. Show more
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NBA Fans Declare Zion Williamson ‘Back’ After Monster Alley-Oop on Tuesday Night: The Pelicans star put on a show in Tuesday's win over the Nets.
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NBA Fans Declare Zion Williamson ‘Back’ After Monster Alley-Oop on Tuesday ...
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NBA: Zion Williamson, Pelicans send Pistons to 6th straight loss: DETROIT — Zion Williamson scored 36 points and led the New Orleans Pelicans to a 114-101 ...
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NBA: Zion Williamson, Pelicans send Pistons to 6th straight loss
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Zion Williamson leads Pelicans’ balanced attack over Giannis, Bucks: Zion Williamson leads four other New Orleans Pelicans starters in double-digit scoring in a ...
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Zion Williamson leads Pelicans’ balanced attack over Giannis, Bucks
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Wayward Heat unable to make anything of return home, fall 111-88 to Pelicans: If you didn't know better, you would think the Miami Heat are bent on ...
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Pelicans' Zion Williamson: Critics Don't Get 'How Much I Really Love This S--t': New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has been heavily criticized throughout ...
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Pelicans star Zion Williamson's latest statement is music to New Orleans' ears: Zion Williamson has often had his commitment to the New Orleans Pelicans ...
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Pelicans star Zion Williamson's latest statement is music to New Orleans' ...