tiebreaker

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Both teams have two games remaining and the Lakers have the head-to-head tiebreaker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The Lakers are tied with the Denver Nuggets for third in the West at 50-28, although the Lakers own the tiebreaker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

This can be hard to figure out in 50/50 custody arrangements, and so some families revert to the parent who provides the most financial support as a tiebreaker.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The Broncos have the tiebreaker edge on the Patriots so just need to win, but should Denver stumble, New England can bag top spot with a win over Miami.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

Since only two teams could go to the playoffs, the district’s tiebreaker rule went into effect: a coin toss.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger