Jack Norris 
San Diego State (19-10) is set to conclude its regular season against UNLV (16-14). The Aztecs are hoping for a victory to improve their seeding in the Mountain West Tournament. A loss could see them drop to the No. 4 seed.
Jamal Murray left the Denver Nuggets’ game against the New York Knicks after injuring his left ankle. Murray took contact from OG Anunoby and stepped back on Nikola Jokic’s foot. There was no immediate word on the severity of Murray’s injury.
Shohei Ohtani hit a grand slam as Japan defeated Taiwan 13-0 in the World Baseball Classic. Ohtani also doubled and hit an RBI single. The game was called after seven innings due to a mercy rule.
The Washington Capitals have acquired defenseman Timothy Liljegren from the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks receive a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft (originally from Vegas). Liljegren has recorded 11 points in 43 games with San Jose this season.
All-Star guard Jamal Murray left the Denver Nuggets’ game against the New York Knicks after injuring his left ankle. He was helped to the locker room, grimacing as he hobbled off the court. There was no immediate word on the severity of Murray’s injury.
George Russell topped the final practice session at the Australian Grand Prix. Kimi Antonelli had a big crash near the end of the session, heavily damaging his Mercedes. Lance Stroll missed final practice because of an engine issue.
Dan Johnson previews the college basketball game between the Illinois State Redbirds and the Northern Iowa Panthers. The game takes place in the MVC Tournament. Johnson offers his prediction and pick for the game.
The Baltimore Ravens are acquiring Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders. The Ravens are sending first-round picks in 2026 and 2027 to the Raiders. This marks the first time in the Ravens’ 31-year existence that they’ve used a first-round pick to trade for a veteran player.
Khalil Mack, the nine-time Pro Bowl pass rusher, will play in 2026. The 35-year-old had considered retirement but will now explore his options as an unrestricted free agent. The Los Angeles Chargers hope to re-sign him.
Jannik Sinner is set to team up with Reilly Opelka in the doubles at Indian Wells. This marks Sinner’s first doubles appearance since June 2025. Sinner and Opelka previously won a title together in Atlanta.