NBA Playoff Picture Solidifies: Hawks Secure Spot, Celtics Tie 3-Point Record
NBA Round-Up: Hawks Lock In Playoff Spot, Celtics Tie Record In Statement Win
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The Atlanta Hawks clinched a playoff spot with a decisive 124-102 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, while the Boston Celtics secured the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference by tying the NBA record for most three-pointers in a game with 29. The postseason landscape is becoming clearer as teams finalize their standings.
- 01Atlanta Hawks secured a playoff berth with a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
- 02Boston Celtics tied an NBA record for three-pointers in a game with 29.
- 03The New York Knicks claimed the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference.
- 04Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs set a record for the fastest 40-point triple-double.
- 05The Philadelphia 76ers are still vying to avoid the play-in tournament.
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The Atlanta Hawks have officially secured their playoff spot in the NBA with a commanding 124-102 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by CJ McCollum's 29 points. This win also marked the Hawks' first division title in five years. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics emphatically clinched the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference by tying the NBA record for most three-pointers in a game, hitting 29 against the New Orleans Pelicans in a 144-118 victory. The New York Knicks secured the No. 3 seed following their win over the Toronto Raptors, who are now tied with the Orlando Magic for the seventh seed. In the Western Conference, San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama made headlines by scoring 40 points in just over 26 minutes, achieving the fastest 40-point triple-double in NBA history during a 139-120 win against the Dallas Mavericks. As the regular season comes to a close, teams are finalizing their playoff positions.
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