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Golden State Warriors First to Nab Playoff Berth
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All posts by Basketball InsidersUpdated11 hours ago on April 19, 2024
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The Golden State Warriors missed Kevin Durant’s big presence on both ends of the court. They missed their snappy ball movement that leads to easy baskets and open 3-pointers.The NBA’s best team won anyway thanks to the Splash Brothers and their supporting cast — and locked up another playoff berth in the process.
According to ESPN Stats & Information, the Warriors are the first team to clinch a playoff spot this early on the calendar since the 1985-86 Celtics, who also clinched Feb. 25 of that season.
Source: ESPN
