Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers Live Streaming NBA Online on 3:30 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Denver Nuggets, who are one win or a Houston loss away from clinching a berth, will get a taste of postseason competition with their upcoming schedule, which features two matchups with Oklahoma City and one with Dallas after Sunday. Denver has limited opponents to 95.2 points per contest - 7.5 fewer than its season mark - on 42.1 percent shooting during its run. Denver vs LA Lakers Live NBA Free Streaming. Nuggets, averaging an NBA-best 107.5 points, have also used an impressive defensive effort en route to recording five straight wins.
Los Angeles Lakers, playing for the second straight night Friday, trailed by as many as 17 points in the second quarter before cutting the lead to six at halftime and outscoring the Jazz 54-37 over the final two quarters. Lakers have stepped up defensively during their winning streak, holding opponents to 93.9 points per game on 43.3 percent shooting. They have won their last four games by an average of 17.0 points. Free NBA Nuggets vs Lakers Live Webcast. Los Angeles, though, improved to 17-1 since the All-Star break and extended the longest active run in the league to nine games with a 96-85 victory at Utah on Friday night.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Detroit Pistons vs Boston Celtics Live Streaming NBA Online
Detroit Pistons vs Boston Celtics Live Streaming NBA Online on 6:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Detroit last dropped 10 straight on the road during an 11-game skid Feb. 24-April 3, 2010. Detroit, though, has had at least 20 turnovers every time in that stretch, with 21 on Friday. That hasn’t been a major problem for most of the season since the Pistons lead the Eastern Conference in that department with 12.9 per game. Detroit vs Boston Live NBA Free Streaming. Detroit Pistons made more than half their shots for the third straight game, finishing at 52.0 percent. Pistons are one defeat away from their first consecutive 50-loss campaigns since 1993-94 and ’94-95. Detroit has dropped five of six overall after Friday’s 101-96 home loss to the Bulls.
Boston Celtics have won two of three against Detroit this season despite minimal contributions from Ray Allen. Allen has averaged 11.7 points on 40.0 percent shooting against the Pistons, and is showing signs of slowing down with a 12.7-point average on 35.6 percent shooting over his last seven games. Celtics were impressive in Thursday’s 107-97 win over league-leading San Antonio, shooting 54.8 percent. Free NBA Pistons vs Celtics Live Webcast. One night later, they shot 44.6 percent and were outrebounded 52-38 by the Hawks. Boston has lost four of six to drop into third place in the Eastern Conference, one-half game behind Miami.
Detroit last dropped 10 straight on the road during an 11-game skid Feb. 24-April 3, 2010. Detroit, though, has had at least 20 turnovers every time in that stretch, with 21 on Friday. That hasn’t been a major problem for most of the season since the Pistons lead the Eastern Conference in that department with 12.9 per game. Detroit vs Boston Live NBA Free Streaming. Detroit Pistons made more than half their shots for the third straight game, finishing at 52.0 percent. Pistons are one defeat away from their first consecutive 50-loss campaigns since 1993-94 and ’94-95. Detroit has dropped five of six overall after Friday’s 101-96 home loss to the Bulls.
Boston Celtics have won two of three against Detroit this season despite minimal contributions from Ray Allen. Allen has averaged 11.7 points on 40.0 percent shooting against the Pistons, and is showing signs of slowing down with a 12.7-point average on 35.6 percent shooting over his last seven games. Celtics were impressive in Thursday’s 107-97 win over league-leading San Antonio, shooting 54.8 percent. Free NBA Pistons vs Celtics Live Webcast. One night later, they shot 44.6 percent and were outrebounded 52-38 by the Hawks. Boston has lost four of six to drop into third place in the Eastern Conference, one-half game behind Miami.
Miami Heat vs New Jersey Nets Live Streaming NBA Online
Miami Heat vs New Jersey Nets Live Streaming NBA Online on 6:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Heat will be looking to hand the Nets their seventh straight loss in the series and sixth in a row overall. A matchup against another struggling team in the East might help. James has gotten plenty of rest in two easy wins this season over the Nets. He played 29 minutes in a 101-78 victory Oct. 31 and 34 minutes in a 101-89 win Nov. 6. Miami led by an average of 21.5 points after the third quarter in those games. Miami vs New Jersey Live NBA Free Streaming. On Friday, the Heat trailed at the half but came out of the break on a 25-1 run to take control.
New Jersey Nets fell 115-90 to Philadelphia on Friday. It was the fourth time during the losing streak they were held to 90 points or fewer. While the Heat battle for one of the top two spots in the East, they can clinch the division as soon as Sunday with a win and a loss by Orlando. They haven’t won a Southeast title since 2006-07. New Jersey has been held to an average of 84.3 points in the last six meetings while shooting 38.0 percent. Free NBA Heat vs Nets Live Webcast.
Heat will be looking to hand the Nets their seventh straight loss in the series and sixth in a row overall. A matchup against another struggling team in the East might help. James has gotten plenty of rest in two easy wins this season over the Nets. He played 29 minutes in a 101-78 victory Oct. 31 and 34 minutes in a 101-89 win Nov. 6. Miami led by an average of 21.5 points after the third quarter in those games. Miami vs New Jersey Live NBA Free Streaming. On Friday, the Heat trailed at the half but came out of the break on a 25-1 run to take control.
New Jersey Nets fell 115-90 to Philadelphia on Friday. It was the fourth time during the losing streak they were held to 90 points or fewer. While the Heat battle for one of the top two spots in the East, they can clinch the division as soon as Sunday with a win and a loss by Orlando. They haven’t won a Southeast title since 2006-07. New Jersey has been held to an average of 84.3 points in the last six meetings while shooting 38.0 percent. Free NBA Heat vs Nets Live Webcast.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks Live Streaming NBA Online
Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks Live Streaming NBA Online on 6:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Cleveland Cavaliers come to Madison Square Garden with a 5-32 road record after a 115-107 loss at Washington on Friday. They shot 53.8 percent over their previous two games before finishing at 46.3 percent against the short-handed Wizards, who were without starters Nick Young and John Wall. Cleveland vs NY Knicks Live NBA Free Streaming. Cleveland hasn’t presented a challenge to many opponents after the departure of LeBron James, but three of its victories have been against New York.
Knicks have had trouble defending big men since acquiring Anthony, and went to a more muscular starting lineup Wednesday by inserting Shelden Williams in place of Shawne Williams. Shelden Williams was effective, making all three of his shots for six points and helping defend the Nets’ Brook Lopez.Knicks coach Mike D’Antoni is concerned that his team has allowed 65 free-throw attempts in the victories. Cleveland has averaged 31.0 against New York this season. Free NBA Cavaliers vs Knicks Live Webcast. Knicks have gained confidence by opening this four-game homestand with consecutive victories after a six-game slide. Anthony has scored 39 points in each win, including Wednesday’s 120-116 victory over New Jersey.
Cleveland Cavaliers come to Madison Square Garden with a 5-32 road record after a 115-107 loss at Washington on Friday. They shot 53.8 percent over their previous two games before finishing at 46.3 percent against the short-handed Wizards, who were without starters Nick Young and John Wall. Cleveland vs NY Knicks Live NBA Free Streaming. Cleveland hasn’t presented a challenge to many opponents after the departure of LeBron James, but three of its victories have been against New York.
Knicks have had trouble defending big men since acquiring Anthony, and went to a more muscular starting lineup Wednesday by inserting Shelden Williams in place of Shawne Williams. Shelden Williams was effective, making all three of his shots for six points and helping defend the Nets’ Brook Lopez.Knicks coach Mike D’Antoni is concerned that his team has allowed 65 free-throw attempts in the victories. Cleveland has averaged 31.0 against New York this season. Free NBA Cavaliers vs Knicks Live Webcast. Knicks have gained confidence by opening this four-game homestand with consecutive victories after a six-game slide. Anthony has scored 39 points in each win, including Wednesday’s 120-116 victory over New Jersey.
Utah Jazz vs Sacramento Kings Live Streaming NBA Online
Utah Jazz vs Sacramento Kings Live Streaming NBA Online on 6:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Utah Jazz forward Al Jefferson, coming off his eighth double-double in 10 games, is averaging a team-best 23.0 points against Sacramento this season. He’s averaging 14.1 points and 8.6 rebounds to rank second among rookies in both categories behind Blake Griffin. Cousins has been far better against Utah, averaging 20.3 points and 13.7 boards. Utah vs Sacramento Live NBA Free Streaming. Marcus Thornton also could be key to the club’s long-term plans. The second-year shooting guard is averaging 21.8 points since being acquired from New Orleans at the trade deadline.
Sacramento Kings are winding down what could be their final season in Sacramento. The Anaheim City Council voted unanimously Tuesday on a $75 million financial package that could help lure the team to Orange County. The council also voted in favor of paying for any of the franchise’s relocation fees. Free NBA Jazz vs Kings Live Webcast. Sacramento, tied with Cleveland for the league’s worst home record at 10-28, has lost two straight following a season-best four-game winning streak. Utah has won eight of the past 10 meetings and is looking to sweep the Kings for the second time in three seasons.
Utah Jazz forward Al Jefferson, coming off his eighth double-double in 10 games, is averaging a team-best 23.0 points against Sacramento this season. He’s averaging 14.1 points and 8.6 rebounds to rank second among rookies in both categories behind Blake Griffin. Cousins has been far better against Utah, averaging 20.3 points and 13.7 boards. Utah vs Sacramento Live NBA Free Streaming. Marcus Thornton also could be key to the club’s long-term plans. The second-year shooting guard is averaging 21.8 points since being acquired from New Orleans at the trade deadline.
Sacramento Kings are winding down what could be their final season in Sacramento. The Anaheim City Council voted unanimously Tuesday on a $75 million financial package that could help lure the team to Orange County. The council also voted in favor of paying for any of the franchise’s relocation fees. Free NBA Jazz vs Kings Live Webcast. Sacramento, tied with Cleveland for the league’s worst home record at 10-28, has lost two straight following a season-best four-game winning streak. Utah has won eight of the past 10 meetings and is looking to sweep the Kings for the second time in three seasons.
Orlando Magic vs Toronto Raptors Live Streaming NBA Online
Orlando Magic vs Toronto Raptors Live Streaming NBA Online on 6:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard, who believes Orlando has the pieces to make a Finals run this year, said the recent injury bumps can’t be a crutch. Magic are fourth in the NBA in overall opponents’ field-goal percentage, allowing teams to shoot just 43.6 percent. And after some early struggles, starting forward Hedo Turkoglu is starting to show flashes of the offensive threat that helped the Magic reach the NBA Finals in 2009. Over the past 13 games, Turkoglu is averaging 15.4 points and 5.3 assists. Orlando vs Toronto Live NBA Free Streaming. Magic will have only nine players for the third straight game Sunday.
Before his latest ailment, he told reporters that he still wasn’t 100 percent jumping off his surgically repaired knee. It’s shown up in his performance; he has connected on just eight of his last 38 shots. What is pretty much a forgone conclusion is that the Magic are snugly in the No. 4 spot in the East and will likely meet division-mate Atlanta in the first round of the playoffs. Free NBA Magic vs Raptors Live Webcast. And despite a tough stretch in March, when the Magic went 9-6 with a schedule the featured 10 games on the road, there are glimmers of progress since the All-Star break.
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard, who believes Orlando has the pieces to make a Finals run this year, said the recent injury bumps can’t be a crutch. Magic are fourth in the NBA in overall opponents’ field-goal percentage, allowing teams to shoot just 43.6 percent. And after some early struggles, starting forward Hedo Turkoglu is starting to show flashes of the offensive threat that helped the Magic reach the NBA Finals in 2009. Over the past 13 games, Turkoglu is averaging 15.4 points and 5.3 assists. Orlando vs Toronto Live NBA Free Streaming. Magic will have only nine players for the third straight game Sunday.
Before his latest ailment, he told reporters that he still wasn’t 100 percent jumping off his surgically repaired knee. It’s shown up in his performance; he has connected on just eight of his last 38 shots. What is pretty much a forgone conclusion is that the Magic are snugly in the No. 4 spot in the East and will likely meet division-mate Atlanta in the first round of the playoffs. Free NBA Magic vs Raptors Live Webcast. And despite a tough stretch in March, when the Magic went 9-6 with a schedule the featured 10 games on the road, there are glimmers of progress since the All-Star break.
Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Bobcats Live Streaming NBA Online
Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Bobcats Live Streaming NBA Online on 6:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Washington Wizards became the first team to have two rookies post triple-doubles in the same season, as Jordan Crawford scored 15 of his 21 points in the second half to go with 11 assists and 10 rebounds in a 115-107 victory over Cleveland. Washington rookie to record a triple-double is John Wall, expected to return after being suspended for Friday’s game for throwing a punch at Miami’s Zyrdrunas Ilgauskas. Washington vs Charlotte Live NBA Free Streaming. Washington has followed a 2-17 stretch by winning two of three and made history Friday.
Charlotte Bobcats have taken 10 of 12 meetings with the Wizards, including five straight in Charlotte. Charlotte has a good chance to bounce back Sunday against a Washington team which has the East’s second-worst record and is a league-worst 2-35 on the road. Free NBA Wizards vs Bobcats Live Webcast. Jackson led the Bobcats in the most recent matchup with 21 points and 10 rebounds in a 104-89 win Jan. 8, but it’s uncertain if he will play Sunday. Charlotte is 2-6 without him this season. Charlotte, though, saw its run snapped with an 89-77 loss at Orlando, and the Pacers beat Milwaukee to push their lead over the ninth-place Bobcats to two games.
Washington Wizards became the first team to have two rookies post triple-doubles in the same season, as Jordan Crawford scored 15 of his 21 points in the second half to go with 11 assists and 10 rebounds in a 115-107 victory over Cleveland. Washington rookie to record a triple-double is John Wall, expected to return after being suspended for Friday’s game for throwing a punch at Miami’s Zyrdrunas Ilgauskas. Washington vs Charlotte Live NBA Free Streaming. Washington has followed a 2-17 stretch by winning two of three and made history Friday.
Charlotte Bobcats have taken 10 of 12 meetings with the Wizards, including five straight in Charlotte. Charlotte has a good chance to bounce back Sunday against a Washington team which has the East’s second-worst record and is a league-worst 2-35 on the road. Free NBA Wizards vs Bobcats Live Webcast. Jackson led the Bobcats in the most recent matchup with 21 points and 10 rebounds in a 104-89 win Jan. 8, but it’s uncertain if he will play Sunday. Charlotte is 2-6 without him this season. Charlotte, though, saw its run snapped with an 89-77 loss at Orlando, and the Pacers beat Milwaukee to push their lead over the ninth-place Bobcats to two games.
Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets Live Streaming NBA Online
Atlanta Hawks vs Houston Rockets Live Streaming NBA Online on 7:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
After Atlanta allowed 98.9 points per game on 48.0 percent shooting during a 3-8 stretch from March 4-23, Drew has been pleased with his team’s defensive effort during its winning streak. The Hawks’ opponents are averaging 83.8 points and hitting 42.6 percent in the last four contests. Atlanta vs Houston Live NBA Free Streaming. Al Horford, who recorded his 35th double-double Friday with 16 points and 15 rebounds, is averaging team highs with 17.5 points and 11.5 boards during Atlanta’s winning streak.
Houston Rockets were used to winning at home against Atlanta, but the Hawks ended a 10-game skid in Houston in their last visit, a 102-95 victory Jan. 25, 2010. Atlanta had won just once in its previous 17 road games in this series. Rockets remain in ninth place in the West, but they still need to close a significant gap if they hope to reach the postseason. Free NBA Hawks vs Rockets Live Webcast. Houston, which has won seven of nine overall, opened a three-game homestand Friday with a 119-114 overtime victory over league-best San Antonio. The Rockets hung on after their 11-point third-quarter lead was erased.
After Atlanta allowed 98.9 points per game on 48.0 percent shooting during a 3-8 stretch from March 4-23, Drew has been pleased with his team’s defensive effort during its winning streak. The Hawks’ opponents are averaging 83.8 points and hitting 42.6 percent in the last four contests. Atlanta vs Houston Live NBA Free Streaming. Al Horford, who recorded his 35th double-double Friday with 16 points and 15 rebounds, is averaging team highs with 17.5 points and 11.5 boards during Atlanta’s winning streak.
Houston Rockets were used to winning at home against Atlanta, but the Hawks ended a 10-game skid in Houston in their last visit, a 102-95 victory Jan. 25, 2010. Atlanta had won just once in its previous 17 road games in this series. Rockets remain in ninth place in the West, but they still need to close a significant gap if they hope to reach the postseason. Free NBA Hawks vs Rockets Live Webcast. Houston, which has won seven of nine overall, opened a three-game homestand Friday with a 119-114 overtime victory over league-best San Antonio. The Rockets hung on after their 11-point third-quarter lead was erased.
Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Hornets Live Streaming NBA Online
Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Hornets Live Streaming NBA Online on 7:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Indiana has lost eight of 11 on the road while shooting just 43.2 percent. New Orleans is 22-6 when holding opponents to that mark or below. Pacers, winners of three straight, could be in for another highly competitive game, as their last five matchups with the Hornets have been decided by an average of 3.4 points. Indiana held on for an 89-88 win over Milwaukee on Friday. With Charlotte falling to Orlando, the Pacers moved two games ahead of the ninth-place Bobcats for the eighth and final Eastern Conference playoff spot. Indiana vs New Orleans Live NBA Free Streaming. Indiana had lost five straight in the series before a 94-93 win Dec. 20 on Mike Dunleavy’s tip-in as time expired.
New Orleans Hornets are allowing an average of 96.4 points over a 5-7 stretch at home after limiting teams to 90.0 points per game en route to taking 20 of 25 at New Orleans Arena to start the season. New Orleans trailed by 11 after the first quarter Friday, and wasn’t able to get closer than nine the rest of the way. Free NBA Pacers vs Hornets Live Webcast. New Orleans, which as of Jan. 26 sat in third place in the West after winning its 10th straight, has since gone 12-17 and yet to secure a playoff spot.
Indiana has lost eight of 11 on the road while shooting just 43.2 percent. New Orleans is 22-6 when holding opponents to that mark or below. Pacers, winners of three straight, could be in for another highly competitive game, as their last five matchups with the Hornets have been decided by an average of 3.4 points. Indiana held on for an 89-88 win over Milwaukee on Friday. With Charlotte falling to Orlando, the Pacers moved two games ahead of the ninth-place Bobcats for the eighth and final Eastern Conference playoff spot. Indiana vs New Orleans Live NBA Free Streaming. Indiana had lost five straight in the series before a 94-93 win Dec. 20 on Mike Dunleavy’s tip-in as time expired.
New Orleans Hornets are allowing an average of 96.4 points over a 5-7 stretch at home after limiting teams to 90.0 points per game en route to taking 20 of 25 at New Orleans Arena to start the season. New Orleans trailed by 11 after the first quarter Friday, and wasn’t able to get closer than nine the rest of the way. Free NBA Pacers vs Hornets Live Webcast. New Orleans, which as of Jan. 26 sat in third place in the West after winning its 10th straight, has since gone 12-17 and yet to secure a playoff spot.
Dallas Mavericks vs Portland Trail Blazers Live Streaming NBA Online
Dallas Mavericks vs Portland Trail Blazers Live Streaming NBA Online on 9:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Dallas has won three of the last five meetings in Portland. Dallas and Portland could meet in the postseason for the first time since the 2002-03 season, when the third-seeded Mavericks beat the No. 6-seed Blazers in seven games. The Mavericks fell 2 1/2 games behind the Los Angeles Lakers for second in the West with a 99-92 loss Saturday at Golden State. Dallas has lost two straight following a five-game winning streak and dropped to 3-2 on their road trip. Dallas vs Portland Live NBA Free Streaming. The Mavericks lead fourth-place Oklahoma City by three games with six remaining.
Dallas overcame Aldridge’s 35 points Dec. 15 in a 103-98 win, then beat Portland 84-81 on Jan. 4 without an injured Dirk Nowitzki. Aldridge has seemed more than ready when facing Dallas. He’s averaging 31.0 points in three meetings this season, including 30 in the most recent matchup - a 104-101 victory on March 15 in Portland. Free NBA Mavericks vs Trail Blazers Live Webcast. The Blazers lead seventh-place Memphis by one-half game and eighth-place New Orleans by a full game with six remaining.
Dallas has won three of the last five meetings in Portland. Dallas and Portland could meet in the postseason for the first time since the 2002-03 season, when the third-seeded Mavericks beat the No. 6-seed Blazers in seven games. The Mavericks fell 2 1/2 games behind the Los Angeles Lakers for second in the West with a 99-92 loss Saturday at Golden State. Dallas has lost two straight following a five-game winning streak and dropped to 3-2 on their road trip. Dallas vs Portland Live NBA Free Streaming. The Mavericks lead fourth-place Oklahoma City by three games with six remaining.
Dallas overcame Aldridge’s 35 points Dec. 15 in a 103-98 win, then beat Portland 84-81 on Jan. 4 without an injured Dirk Nowitzki. Aldridge has seemed more than ready when facing Dallas. He’s averaging 31.0 points in three meetings this season, including 30 in the most recent matchup - a 104-101 victory on March 15 in Portland. Free NBA Mavericks vs Trail Blazers Live Webcast. The Blazers lead seventh-place Memphis by one-half game and eighth-place New Orleans by a full game with six remaining.
New York Rangers vs Philadelphia Flyers Live Streaming NHL Online
New York Rangers vs Philadelphia Flyers Live Streaming NHL Online on 12:30 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
New York Rangers have lost four straight in Philadelphia, managing just three goals, but the Flyers are 0-2-3 in their last five at home for their longest skid there since dropping six straight in February 2008. Rangers have scored just five goals in their last five games and Ryan Callahan, the team leader with 23 goals, has none in that span. NY Rangers vs Philadelphia Live NHL Free Streaming. Rangers are eighth in the East but have plenty of work to do to secure a playoff berth.
Philadelphia barely made the 2010 playoffs, qualifying with a shootout victory over the visiting Rangers on the final day of the regular season. That loss kept New York out of the postseason. Philadelphia has a good chance to claim the top seed in the East and can clinch its first Atlantic Division title since 2005-06 by picking up four more points. Free NHL Rangers vs Flyers Live Webcast. Both teams have four games left and are coming off back-to-back regulation losses. While that’s a change of fortune for the Rangers, who had been on a 6-0-1 run, it’s part of a bad trend for a Flyers team which has lost five of seven and is 6-7-4 since Feb. 25.
New York Rangers have lost four straight in Philadelphia, managing just three goals, but the Flyers are 0-2-3 in their last five at home for their longest skid there since dropping six straight in February 2008. Rangers have scored just five goals in their last five games and Ryan Callahan, the team leader with 23 goals, has none in that span. NY Rangers vs Philadelphia Live NHL Free Streaming. Rangers are eighth in the East but have plenty of work to do to secure a playoff berth.
Philadelphia barely made the 2010 playoffs, qualifying with a shootout victory over the visiting Rangers on the final day of the regular season. That loss kept New York out of the postseason. Philadelphia has a good chance to claim the top seed in the East and can clinch its first Atlantic Division title since 2005-06 by picking up four more points. Free NHL Rangers vs Flyers Live Webcast. Both teams have four games left and are coming off back-to-back regulation losses. While that’s a change of fortune for the Rangers, who had been on a 6-0-1 run, it’s part of a bad trend for a Flyers team which has lost five of seven and is 6-7-4 since Feb. 25.
Minnesota Wild vs Detroit Red Wings Live Streaming NHL Online
Minnesota Wild vs Detroit Red Wings Live Streaming NHL Online on 5:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Detroit Red Wings are hoping to see Pavel Datsyuk return from a lower-body injury soon, but Babcock was mum on his status. The forward, who has missed seven straight games, has four goals and four assists in his last seven against the Wild. Howard is 5-1-1 with a 2.22 goals-against average in his career against Minnesota and the Wild enter this game having been outscored 44-19 in losing nine of 11. Minnesota vs Detroit Free NHL Live Streaming. A 3-1 home loss to Tampa Bay on Saturday officially eliminated them from playoff contention for the third straight season.
Detroit would seem to have a good chance of fulfilling its part of the scenario as it’s 16-2-3 in its last 21 games against the Wild and 7-0-2 in the past nine meetings at Joe Louis. Free NHL Wild vs Red Wings Live Webcast. Detroit had its streak of division titles ended by eventual champion Chicago in 2009-10, but can claim its ninth in 10 seasons Sunday. The Red Wings need a victory over the Wild and a Blackhawks loss at home against Tampa Bay later that evening. Detroit Red Wings might have gotten just what they need in Saturday’s 4-3 overtime victory in Nashville.
Detroit Red Wings are hoping to see Pavel Datsyuk return from a lower-body injury soon, but Babcock was mum on his status. The forward, who has missed seven straight games, has four goals and four assists in his last seven against the Wild. Howard is 5-1-1 with a 2.22 goals-against average in his career against Minnesota and the Wild enter this game having been outscored 44-19 in losing nine of 11. Minnesota vs Detroit Free NHL Live Streaming. A 3-1 home loss to Tampa Bay on Saturday officially eliminated them from playoff contention for the third straight season.
Detroit would seem to have a good chance of fulfilling its part of the scenario as it’s 16-2-3 in its last 21 games against the Wild and 7-0-2 in the past nine meetings at Joe Louis. Free NHL Wild vs Red Wings Live Webcast. Detroit had its streak of division titles ended by eventual champion Chicago in 2009-10, but can claim its ninth in 10 seasons Sunday. The Red Wings need a victory over the Wild and a Blackhawks loss at home against Tampa Bay later that evening. Detroit Red Wings might have gotten just what they need in Saturday’s 4-3 overtime victory in Nashville.
St. Louis Blues vs Columbus Blue Jackets Live Streaming NHL Online
St. Louis Blues vs Columbus Blue Jackets Live Streaming NHL Online on 5:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
St. Louis Blues have won three of five against the Blue Jackets, including one-goal victories in the last two meetings in March. The first three matchups were all decided by at least three goals. St. Louis, meanwhile, got healthier Friday when defenseman Barret Jackman and left wing Alex Steen both returned after missing 10 games. St. Louis vs Columbus Live NHL Free Streaming. Hejda, who received a two-minute elbowing minor on the play, is second on the team in ice time behind Fedor Tyutin.
Columbus Blue Jackets have dropped seven of their last eight shootouts after Friday’s defeat. They were 0 for 35 on the power play over their previous 11 games before going 1 for 7 against the Blackhawks. Blue Jackets captain Rick Nash has seven points in the season series, but he’s missed the last two games with an undisclosed injury. It is unclear when he will return. Free NHL Blues vs Blue Jackets Live Webcast. Steve Mason is day to day after he was out with a lower-body injury for Friday’s 4-3 shootout loss to Chicago. He’s 2-0-1 with a 2.27 goals-against average in three starts against the Blues this season.
St. Louis Blues have won three of five against the Blue Jackets, including one-goal victories in the last two meetings in March. The first three matchups were all decided by at least three goals. St. Louis, meanwhile, got healthier Friday when defenseman Barret Jackman and left wing Alex Steen both returned after missing 10 games. St. Louis vs Columbus Live NHL Free Streaming. Hejda, who received a two-minute elbowing minor on the play, is second on the team in ice time behind Fedor Tyutin.
Columbus Blue Jackets have dropped seven of their last eight shootouts after Friday’s defeat. They were 0 for 35 on the power play over their previous 11 games before going 1 for 7 against the Blackhawks. Blue Jackets captain Rick Nash has seven points in the season series, but he’s missed the last two games with an undisclosed injury. It is unclear when he will return. Free NHL Blues vs Blue Jackets Live Webcast. Steve Mason is day to day after he was out with a lower-body injury for Friday’s 4-3 shootout loss to Chicago. He’s 2-0-1 with a 2.27 goals-against average in three starts against the Blues this season.
Buffalo Sabres vs Carolina Hurricanes Live Streaming NHL Online
Buffalo Sabres vs Carolina Hurricanes Live Streaming NHL Online on 5:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Buffalo has not lost in regulation in Carolina since Oct. 24, 2007, going 2-0-4 in six visits since. Buffalo fell three points behind sixth-place Montreal, which defeated New Jersey on Saturday. After allowing the first two goals Saturday, the Sabres rallied to take two separate one-goal leads in the third period before the Capitals tied it each time. Alex Ovechkin scored 3:19 into overtime. Buffalo vs Carolina Live NHL Free Streaming. Miller will miss his second straight game with an upper-body injury, meaning Jhonas Enroth likely will get the nod again. Enroth made 30 saves Saturday but lost 5-4 in overtime to Washington.
Carolina Hurricanes hopes to continue the momentum and beat Buffalo for the third time in four tries this season. Carolina improved to 6-1-0 over its last seven games with a 4-2 win Saturday against the New York Islanders. Joe Corvo, Erik Cole and Eric Staal scored in the third period to erase a one-goal deficit and help the Hurricanes win their third straight. Free NHL Sabres vs Hurricanes Live Webcast. Carolina can tie seventh-place Buffalo in the standings with a regulation victory, but a win of any sort may push them into a tentative postseason spot. The ninth-place Hurricanes are one point behind the eighth-place New York Rangers, who face Philadelphia on Sunday afternoon.
Buffalo has not lost in regulation in Carolina since Oct. 24, 2007, going 2-0-4 in six visits since. Buffalo fell three points behind sixth-place Montreal, which defeated New Jersey on Saturday. After allowing the first two goals Saturday, the Sabres rallied to take two separate one-goal leads in the third period before the Capitals tied it each time. Alex Ovechkin scored 3:19 into overtime. Buffalo vs Carolina Live NHL Free Streaming. Miller will miss his second straight game with an upper-body injury, meaning Jhonas Enroth likely will get the nod again. Enroth made 30 saves Saturday but lost 5-4 in overtime to Washington.
Carolina Hurricanes hopes to continue the momentum and beat Buffalo for the third time in four tries this season. Carolina improved to 6-1-0 over its last seven games with a 4-2 win Saturday against the New York Islanders. Joe Corvo, Erik Cole and Eric Staal scored in the third period to erase a one-goal deficit and help the Hurricanes win their third straight. Free NHL Sabres vs Hurricanes Live Webcast. Carolina can tie seventh-place Buffalo in the standings with a regulation victory, but a win of any sort may push them into a tentative postseason spot. The ninth-place Hurricanes are one point behind the eighth-place New York Rangers, who face Philadelphia on Sunday afternoon.
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Chicago Blackhawks Live Streaming NHL Online
Tampa Bay Lightning vs Chicago Blackhawks Live Streaming NHL Online on 7:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Tampa Bay Lightning have already clinched a playoff spot thanks to a four-game winning streak, their longest since a six-game run Jan. 18-Feb. 1. They defeated Minnesota 3-1 on Saturday, as Dwayne Roloson made 29 saves against his former team while Ryan Malone, Steve Downie and Sean Bergenheim each scored. Tampa Bay vs Chicago Live NHL Free Streaming. Kane has three goals and six assists in four career games against Tampa Bay, while Toews has five goals and three assists - also in four meetings with the Lightning. Tampa Bay’s 4-3 shootout win over Chicago on March 9 was part of a 2-6-4 stretch from March 2-25.
Chicago Blackhawks, who have won six of seven at the United Center overall, have won seven of their last eight home games against the Lightning. Chicago won despite blowing an early two-goal lead and putting Columbus on the power play seven times. The Blackhawks killed off six of the opportunities. Free NHL Lightning vs Blackhawks Live Webcast. Blackhawks have won four of six, staying three points ahead of Calgary for the final playoff spot with a 4-3 shootout win over Columbus on Friday. Chicago still needs to clinch a spot in the postseason.
Tampa Bay Lightning have already clinched a playoff spot thanks to a four-game winning streak, their longest since a six-game run Jan. 18-Feb. 1. They defeated Minnesota 3-1 on Saturday, as Dwayne Roloson made 29 saves against his former team while Ryan Malone, Steve Downie and Sean Bergenheim each scored. Tampa Bay vs Chicago Live NHL Free Streaming. Kane has three goals and six assists in four career games against Tampa Bay, while Toews has five goals and three assists - also in four meetings with the Lightning. Tampa Bay’s 4-3 shootout win over Chicago on March 9 was part of a 2-6-4 stretch from March 2-25.
Chicago Blackhawks, who have won six of seven at the United Center overall, have won seven of their last eight home games against the Lightning. Chicago won despite blowing an early two-goal lead and putting Columbus on the power play seven times. The Blackhawks killed off six of the opportunities. Free NHL Lightning vs Blackhawks Live Webcast. Blackhawks have won four of six, staying three points ahead of Calgary for the final playoff spot with a 4-3 shootout win over Columbus on Friday. Chicago still needs to clinch a spot in the postseason.
Dallas Stars vs Anaheim Ducks Live Streaming NHL Online
Dallas Stars vs Anaheim Ducks Live Streaming NHL Online on 8:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Dallas Stars, meanwhile, couldn’t end their misery Saturday in Los Angeles, where they gave up the tiebreaking goal with 7:10 remaining in a 3-1 loss. Crawford’s team, 0-3-1 on its trek heading into Sunday’s finale, hasn’t had much luck against the Ducks this season, losing four of five matchups. Selanne also scored a tying goal with 1:03 remaining in regulation during a 4-3 overtime win at the Honda Center on March 4. Dallas vs Anaheim Live NHL Free Streaming. Defenseman Lubomir Visnovsky, who has four goals and six assists this season against Dallas, has an upper-body injury and will be re-evaluated prior to the game.
Anaheim Ducks has scored at least four goals in four games versus the Stars this season and has won four straight meetings at the Honda Center. The Ducks also are 5-1-1 in the last seven overall. Ducks, though, were shut out over the final 48:45, and goaltender Ray Emery suffered his first loss in eight appearances with the team. Free NHL Stars vs Ducks Live Webcast. Anaheim Ducks, though, will need to shake off Saturday’s disappointing 4-2 loss to Pacific Division leader San Jose. Anaheim built a 2-0 lead with an ailing Bobby Ryan opening the scoring.
Dallas Stars, meanwhile, couldn’t end their misery Saturday in Los Angeles, where they gave up the tiebreaking goal with 7:10 remaining in a 3-1 loss. Crawford’s team, 0-3-1 on its trek heading into Sunday’s finale, hasn’t had much luck against the Ducks this season, losing four of five matchups. Selanne also scored a tying goal with 1:03 remaining in regulation during a 4-3 overtime win at the Honda Center on March 4. Dallas vs Anaheim Live NHL Free Streaming. Defenseman Lubomir Visnovsky, who has four goals and six assists this season against Dallas, has an upper-body injury and will be re-evaluated prior to the game.
Anaheim Ducks has scored at least four goals in four games versus the Stars this season and has won four straight meetings at the Honda Center. The Ducks also are 5-1-1 in the last seven overall. Ducks, though, were shut out over the final 48:45, and goaltender Ray Emery suffered his first loss in eight appearances with the team. Free NHL Stars vs Ducks Live Webcast. Anaheim Ducks, though, will need to shake off Saturday’s disappointing 4-2 loss to Pacific Division leader San Jose. Anaheim built a 2-0 lead with an ailing Bobby Ryan opening the scoring.
Calgary Flames vs Colorado Avalanche Live Streaming NHL Online
Calgary Flames vs Colorado Avalanche Live Streaming NHL Online on 8:00 pm EDT Sun April 3, 2011
Calgary Flames are 17-16-7 away from home and will finish with their fewest road victories since going 13-20-8 in 2006-07. Calgary, though, should have a good shot at picking up two points against the lowly Avalanche before hosting Edmonton and Vancouver to close its schedule. Calgary vs Colorado Live NHL Free Streaming. If the Flames lose in regulation Sunday and Chicago earns a point that night versus Tampa Bay, Calgary will fail to make the postseason after missing the playoffs last year for the first time since 2002-03.
Avalanche goaltender Peter Budaj could get a second consecutive start after snapping a personal six-game skid with 35 saves Friday in a 4-3 shootout win at Phoenix. Budaj, who earned his 100th career victory, is 1-3-0 with a 5.05 GAA versus the Flames this season. Coach Brent Sutter’s club is three points back of Chicago for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Western Conference, but the Blackhawks have two games in hand. Free NHL Flames vs Avalanche Live Webcast. Iginla scored twice in that game and in a 5-2 home win over Colorado on March 17.
Calgary Flames are 17-16-7 away from home and will finish with their fewest road victories since going 13-20-8 in 2006-07. Calgary, though, should have a good shot at picking up two points against the lowly Avalanche before hosting Edmonton and Vancouver to close its schedule. Calgary vs Colorado Live NHL Free Streaming. If the Flames lose in regulation Sunday and Chicago earns a point that night versus Tampa Bay, Calgary will fail to make the postseason after missing the playoffs last year for the first time since 2002-03.
Avalanche goaltender Peter Budaj could get a second consecutive start after snapping a personal six-game skid with 35 saves Friday in a 4-3 shootout win at Phoenix. Budaj, who earned his 100th career victory, is 1-3-0 with a 5.05 GAA versus the Flames this season. Coach Brent Sutter’s club is three points back of Chicago for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Western Conference, but the Blackhawks have two games in hand. Free NHL Flames vs Avalanche Live Webcast. Iginla scored twice in that game and in a 5-2 home win over Colorado on March 17.
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