playoff game

Example Sentences

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Neither Michael Jordan nor Scottie Pippen missed a single playoff game during either of the Bulls’ two “three-peat” runs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“Especially a playoff game, the first playoff bucket is great for me, great for my confidence and how I approach the rest of the playoffs,” he added of his role in the win.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

On the girls’ side, no City squad has won an Open Division state playoff game.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

He had spent 12 years with the Detroit Lions without winning a single playoff game before teaming up with Rams coach Sean McVay and winning it all in his first season with the team.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Plus, tonight is a playoff game and when my mom gets home from her shift, she’s going to make her bacon-wrapped hot dog bites.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden