Kings, Pelicans Eliminated From Contention, Play-In Game For Western Conference Playoff Spot Guaranteed
The Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans were officially eliminated from playoff contention after both teams lost on Sunday.
The Rockets beat the Kings 129-112, with the Kings failing to make the playoffs for 14 consecutive seasons.
The Pelicans lost to the Spurs 122-113, with Zion Williamson calling out his team\'s lack of energy.
\"That lack of spirit in the first half really dictates the second half. If we came out better, maybe we would\'ve had a different outcome. You just have to learn from that experience and be better,\" said Williamson following the loss.
The Grizzlies\' 108-99 loss to the Raptors also guaranteed a play-in game for the final seed in the Western Conference.
The Grizzlies currently have a 62% chance of getting the 8th seed, according to ESPN\'s BPI Playoff Odds.
\"I\'m not worried about no play-in game right now,\" said Ja Morant following the loss.
