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Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has described the persistent right knee injury that kept him out for 27 games as “unpredictable”. Curry said there is nothing structurally wrong with his knee, but it is a “new normal”. He is expected to play against the Houston Rockets, but is officially listed as questionable.
LeBron James has admitted he took on a ‘villain role’ during his first year with the Miami Heat. James said he allowed the media to put him in a dark place. He reflects on how this affected his performance and enjoyment of the game.
Pete Fairbanks was given a rare start by the Miami Marlins on Sunday. This allowed the closer to get home for the birth of his child. Fairbanks’ wife was set to have labor induced Monday morning and the Marlins planned to put him on paternity leave.
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg scored 51 points, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to reach that mark. Flagg shot 19 of 30 from the field, including 6 of 9 from long range. The Mavericks lost to the Orlando Magic despite Flagg’s efforts.
The Los Angeles Clippers will aim to extend their three-game road winning streak when they face the Sacramento Kings on April 5, 2026. The game takes place at Golden 1 Center. Several players are out for the season due to injuries.
The Utah Jazz and the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to face off in NBA regular season action. The Thunder head into the game riding a four-game winning streak. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is coming off a 28-point performance in OKC’s statement victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Charlotte Hornets are set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves. The game promises intensity, with player matchups defining the outcome. The Hornets have been in solid form recently, winning four of their last five games.
The Montreal Canadiens have secured their place in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This marks their second consecutive postseason appearance, following an exciting season with impressive individual achievements across the roster. Fans can register for priority ticket access by signing up for the Habs’ tickets newsletter by 11:59 p.m. ET on April 6.
Leeds United are set to play Chelsea at Wembley in the FA Cup semi-finals, marking their first appearance in the last four for 39 years. Daniel Farke’s side progressed after a penalty shootout win against West Ham. Manchester City will face Southampton in the other semi-final.
The Detroit Tigers secured an 11-6 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. The game was rain-shortened. The Tigers’ offence was on display.