NBA Play-In Recap: Warriors, Heat, Magic, Mavericks Capture Wins Amid Drama & Clutch Moments
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The 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament has delivered high-stakes drama, pivotal performances, and a touch of controversy as teams vie for the final playoff spots. Here's a comprehensive look at the recent games and their implications.
NBA Play-In Game Highlights
Eastern Conference:
Orlando Magic 120, Atlanta Hawks 95 (April 15): The Magic dominated the Hawks, securing the No. 7 seed in the East. Atlanta's Trae Young, dealing with Achilles tendinitis, exited early and was limited to 12 points, impacting the Hawks' offensive rhythm.
Miami Heat 109, Chicago Bulls 90 (April 16): Tyler Herro led the Heat with 38 points, marking Miami's third consecutive Play-In victory over Chicago. The Heat now face the Hawks for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot.
*Chicago Eliminated
Western Conference:
Golden State Warriors 121, Memphis Grizzlies 116 (April 15): Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler combined for 75 points, propelling the Warriors to the No. 7 seed. Post-game, the NBA acknowledged officiating errors in the final minutes, including a missed call that should have awarded possession to Memphis with 7.3 seconds remaining.
Dallas Mavericks 120, Sacramento Kings 106 (April 16): Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson led the Mavericks, eliminating the Kings and setting up a showdown with the Grizzlies for the No. 8 seed.
*Sacramento Eliminated
Upcoming Play-In Matchups
Eastern Conference:
Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks (April 18): The winner secures the No. 8 seed and a first-round matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Western Conference:
Dallas Mavericks vs. Memphis Grizzlies (April 18): The victor claims the No. 8 seed and will face the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs.
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