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Kris Murray has found a consistent spot in the Portland Trail Blazers’ rotation. Across three seasons, Murray has averaged 5.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and one assist. Even if he continues to struggle from long range, he should maintain a role in the league.
The Portland Trail Blazers are contemplating unique defensive tactics against Victor Wembanyama. One suggestion involves using Jrue Holiday, officially listed at 6’4”, to guard the Spurs’ 7’4” centre. The teams are set to clash in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
The San Antonio Spurs and Portland Trail Blazers meet in the playoffs after different seasons. San Antonio exceeded expectations, while Portland made a head coaching change early in the season. The Spurs won the season series 2-1, but Victor Wembanyama missed all three games.
The Braves and Phillies were set for an NL East showdown. The Braves, winners of four in a row, aimed to sweep the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. The Phillies turned to Andrew Painter, who faced off against Atlanta’s Grant Holmes.
Becky Lynch defeated AJ Lee at WrestleMania 42 to win the WWE Intercontinental Championship. The match saw Lynch resort to controversial tactics. Lynch ultimately capitalised, securing the title.
Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Nikola Jokic have been named as finalists for this season’s Most Valuable Player award. Wembanyama is also a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year. The award winners will be announced this week.
América de Cali will host Millonarios in a Liga BetPlay match. América are currently seventh and need a victory to move closer to qualification. David González has named his 20-man squad for the match.
Desmond Bane is probable for Game 1 against the Detroit Pistons, having been added to the injury report with an illness. Jonathan Isaac is questionable with a knee sprain. The Magic are starting an NBA Playoffs series against the Pistons on Sunday.
Danhausen cursed Las Vegas from a Goodyear Blimp prior to WrestleMania 42. He was seen cursing various landmarks after his demand to have his face on the Sphere was not met. Dominik Mysterio previously lost the intercontinental title after being cursed by Danhausen.
Iyo Sky’s absence from WrestleMania 42 is a surprise, considering her instrumental role in WWE over the past year. A potential match between Sky and Asuka, initially planned for WrestleMania, might now take place at Backlash. Tiffany Stratton is another star who was originally slated for WrestleMania 42.