Jack Norris 
The NBA is reviewing a late-game foul called by the Sacramento Kings on Seth Curry. Sources say coach Doug Christie made a strategy mistake, not an intentional tanking move. Draymond Green insinuated the Kings had done it for the purposes of losing the game.
Paul George’s post-suspension performance has sparked questions about his trade value. Despite his recent strong play, his age and contract could pose challenges for a potential trade. His availability due to past injuries and a suspension also raises concerns.
Questions are being raised about the Warriors’ approach to their home game against the Lakers. The purpose of these last games is to “sharpen” our play. Injury updates include Curry, Brown, J. Green, Goodwin, Powell, Hall.
The Detroit Pistons have locked up the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. The Boston Celtics, New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers appear bound for the next three seeds. Several teams are jockeying for position in the final days of the season.
Quinn Hughes has made a significant impact since joining the Minnesota Wild. Traded from Vancouver in mid-December, Hughes quickly became a fan favourite. He also etched his name into the Minnesota Wild franchise record book.
The Kentucky Wildcats are actively pursuing G-League star Dink Pate. Kentucky hosted a Zoom call with Pate, after Mark Pope watched him play in New York and Philadelphia. Pate wants to play college basketball during the 2026-2027 season.
The Nashville Predators are set to play their final road game of the regular season against the Utah Mammoth. A regulation win for the Preds would bring them within two points of the Mammoth in the Wild Card race. The Predators are currently in the second Wild Card spot in the Western Conference, with the Mammoth in first.
Neemias Queta is available for Thursday’s game against the Knicks. He is good to go despite nursing a toe sprain.
The Carolina Hurricanes will have players out of the lineup when they play the Chicago Blackhawks. The team recalled four players from the Chicago Wolves. Rod Brind’Amour said at least three of Skyler Brind’Amour, Charles Alexis Legault, Bradly Nadeau, and Josiah Slavin will play.
The St. Louis Blues will host the Winnipeg Jets with lineup changes. Otto Stenberg and Nathan Walker will return to the lineup. Jordan Binnington looks to be getting the nod.