Jack Norris 
Ireland managed to see off a stubborn Wales side to keep their slim Six Nations title hopes alive. The Irish side were pushed all the way by Wales. Ireland’s Jamison Gibson-Park said the team was happy to get the win against a tough Welsh side.
Since being traded to the Dallas Mavericks, Khris Middleton has become a key player. He is averaging nearly 13 points in 25 minutes per game. The Mavericks need to prioritize signing Middleton, a proven leader, to support a young Cooper Flagg.
Dusty Baker, at 76, is managing Nicaragua in the World Baseball Classic. Baker, who previously managed the Houston Astros, retired not long after they lost Game 7 of the AL Championship Series in 2023. He is also set to be honoured as a member of the Cactus League Hall of Fame.
The Charlotte Hornets (32-31) will face the Miami Heat (34-29). The Hornets are bringing a six-game winning streak into the home matchup. The Heat have won three straight.
The Portland Trail Blazers seek a winning road trip record against the Houston Rockets. All-Star forward Deni Avdija is doubtful with a lower back injury. Houston is coming off an overtime loss to the Warriors.
The Boston Celtics are set to host the Dallas Mavericks on March 6, 2026. The Mavericks will be trying to end a five-game losing streak. Several players are listed with injuries, including Jayson Tatum who is questionable for the Celtics.
Kon Knueppel is making a push for Rookie of the Year. Knueppel has played more games than Cooper Flagg, who is recovering from a left foot sprain. Knueppel has been a productive 3-point shooter.
UFC 326: Holloway vs Oliveira 2 is set to take place on Saturday, March 7, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Max Holloway defends against Charles Oliveira at lightweight for the BMF championship. The co-main event features Caio Borralho against Reinier De Ridder.
Iowa women’s basketball will face Illinois in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals. Illinois advanced after a win over Michigan State. The Hawkeyes previously played Illinois in a game featuring 14 lead changes.
While Aryna Sabalenka dominates the WTA Rankings, an alternative system suggests a narrower lead over rivals. The Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) places Coco Gauff lower than her WTA ranking. The UTR system weighs recent results and wins against higher-ranked players.