Warriors Stun Clippers with Electrifying Comeback, Advance in NBA Play-in Tournament

In a thrilling turnaround, the Golden State Warriors overcame a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to claim a 126-121 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, propelled by Stephen Curry's 35 points, including 27 in the second half. Al Horford's clutch three-pointers in the fourth quarter also played a pivotal role in the Warriors' comeback. This win advances the Warriors in the NBA's play-in tournament, despite their tumultuous regular season. The Clippers, meanwhile, missed the playoffs for the first time since 2022, with Kawhi Leonard scoring 21 points and Bennedict Mathurin leading Los Angeles with 23 points. The Warriors will next face Phoenix, with the winner moving on to the first round against the defending champion Oklahoma City. In another matchup, the Philadelphia 76ers secured the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs by beating the Orlando Magic 109-97, despite the absence of Joel Embiid. Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points, and the 76ers will begin their first-round series against Boston on Sunday. The 2026 NBA playoffs are set to start on Sky Sports this Sunday, featuring four live games, including the East No. 7 seed at Boston Celtics and the West No. 8 seed at Oklahoma City Thunder.