The phrase "playoff implications" means that a particular event or game has the potential to affect which teams will advance to the playoffs or have a chance at winning the championship.
Sentences with «playoff implications»
There are a lot of stakes in this game with playoff implications on the line. (sbnation.com)
One of the bigger line moves this week is in a game with heavy playoff implications. (sportsinsights.com)
This could also have possible playoff implications — at home. (sbnation.com)