All articles tagged with #tiebreaker
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Tennessee Titans
The Tennessee Titans hold the 4th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after losing a four-way tiebreaker, with the draft scheduled for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WDIV ClickOnDetroit
The Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles are vying for the No. 1 seed in the NFC, with tiebreaker scenarios determining the outcome if they finish with the same record. The Lions currently have an edge due to a better conference record and strength of victory. Key factors include remaining games against NFC teams and common opponents, with the Lions needing to maintain their lead by winning crucial matchups. The Eagles must avoid NFC losses to keep their chances alive, making upcoming games critical for both teams.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
The Big 12 conference faces a complex tiebreaker situation with 256 possible scenarios to determine which teams will compete in the championship game. Arizona State, Iowa State, BYU, and Colorado are all tied at 6-2, leading to a complicated path to the title game. The conference's tiebreaker rules involve common opponents and could result in various outcomes, including a potential eight-way tie. Key games this weekend will decide the final standings.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Atlanta Journal Constitution
An eight-way tie for first place in the SEC is a plausible scenario, contingent on several key matchups. Georgia must defeat Tennessee, and other results, including Arkansas beating Texas and Alabama winning against Oklahoma and Auburn, must align. The SEC's new tiebreaker policy, which considers head-to-head records and common opponents, will determine the top two teams for the championship game. Currently, Tennessee and Texas A&M lead the conference, with Georgia needing specific outcomes to return to the SEC Championship.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KCCI Des Moines
Bruhat Soma, a 12-year-old from Tampa, Florida, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee by spelling 29 out of 30 words correctly in a lightning-round tiebreaker, earning a trophy and over $50,000 in prizes. Despite his nerves, Bruhat's extensive preparation paid off, though the format of the tiebreaker left some observers disappointed. This victory continues the trend of Indian American dominance in the competition.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Russian Machine Never Breaks
The Washington Capitals moved into third place in the Metropolitan Division after securing a point in a shootout loss to the Boston Bruins, surpassing the Philadelphia Flyers due to a tiebreaker. With nine games remaining, the Capitals hold a two-point lead over the Detroit Red Wings for the East’s second wild card spot and are in a strong position to make the postseason, despite having the worst goal differential since the 2004-05 lockout. They are currently slated to play the Carolina Hurricanes in a first-round playoff matchup.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WDIV ClickOnDetroit
The Detroit Lions now control their own destiny in the race for the No. 2 seed in the NFC after the Philadelphia Eagles' loss. While catching the No. 1 seed is unlikely, the Lions have a chance to secure the No. 2 seed if they win their final three games. They face tough opponents in the Minnesota Vikings and Dallas Cowboys, but if they can pull off three victories, they will finish ahead of both the Cowboys and the Eagles in the standings due to tiebreakers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Buffalo Rumblings
Despite a significant win, the Buffalo Bills remain outside the AFC Playoff Picture at 11th place. However, they are tied for 6th with several Wild Card teams, and upcoming matchups between those teams could impact their position. The article explains the tiebreaker process and provides an overview of the current AFC standings. The outcome of the Monday night game between the Miami Dolphins and Tennessee Titans could also affect the Bills' standing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver expresses his support for colorful courts in the In-Season Tournament, stating that they add excitement and signify something different is happening. He also considers using special courts during the NBA Finals. Silver acknowledges fan complaints about the color schemes but believes they can be even more creative. The tiebreaker system based on point differentials will be reviewed, as some fans view it as poor sportsmanship. Silver highlights the popularity of the tournament among players, citing the prize money, location, and heightened competition. There are discussions about honoring the late David Stern in some way within the tournament.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports
The NBA's inaugural in-season tournament introduced a new tiebreaker rule based on point differentials, leading to teams like the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics strategically running up scores to secure their spots in the knockout round. Coaches and players expressed mixed feelings about the tactic, with concerns about sportsmanship and player safety. Ultimately, the Celtics and the New York Knicks emerged as winners of their respective groups, advancing to the next round of the tournament.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Oklahoma Daily
The Big 12 conference plans to clarify its tiebreaker policy for a potential three-way tie among teams that haven't faced each other, which could benefit Oklahoma State over Oklahoma and Kansas State. The current ruling states that head-to-head results don't matter if all tied teams haven't played each other. Oklahoma and Kansas State are not scheduled to play, while Oklahoma State has defeated both teams. The clarification will be discussed in a conference call with athletic directors, while Oklahoma's coach and players remain focused on their upcoming game against BYU.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
The Texas Rangers would have home-field advantage in a potential World Series matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies due to winning all three games in their season series, which took place in March. Despite the Phillies currently having home-field advantage in the NLCS, the Rangers would get the advantage based on the tiebreaker rule.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Bleacher Report
The NBA held tiebreakers for teams that finished with the same record during the regular season to determine the updated selection order and lottery odds for the 2023 NBA Draft. The draft lottery is set to take place on May 16, and the top prospect is Victor Wembanyama, who has been compared to LeBron James and is described as a generational talent. The team that wins the lottery could be set up for the next decade-plus with one of the best players in the league.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
The NBA held tiebreakers to determine the draft order for teams with the same regular-season records. The Houston Rockets won a tiebreaker with the San Antonio Spurs and are officially slotted as the No. 2 team, while the Spurs can fall to seventh. The Indiana Pacers, Chicago Bulls, Miami Heat, Phoenix Suns, and Memphis Grizzlies also won tiebreakers to determine their draft positions. The draft lottery will be held on May 16, and the NBA draft is scheduled for June 22 in New York.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC Sports Bay Area
The Los Angeles Clippers' win over the Los Angeles Lakers has pushed the Golden State Warriors down to the sixth seed in the Western Conference standings, just one game ahead of the Lakers. The Clippers hold the tiebreaker over the Warriors due to their better record against Pacific Division opponents. The Warriors have two games left to play and will need to win both to secure a top-six playoff seed and avoid the play-in tournament.