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Eliminated from playoff contention, LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis and Carmelo Anthony all sat during the Lakers’ loss to the Warriors.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2022

Eliminated from contention at home on Sunday, the Catrachos had to travel all day on Monday and practiced indoors on Tuesday.

From Fox News • Feb. 3, 2022

Eliminated from playoff contention, Washington looks to head into the offseason on a high note by ending a four-game losing streak against the lowly Giants.

From Washington Post • Jan. 9, 2022

Eliminated by Atlanta on Saturday, the reigning World Series champion Dodgers are beginning the process of figuring out what’s next for a roster facing significant upheaval.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2021

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From The Green Mouse by Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William)