Jack Norris 
The Dallas Mavericks will host the Los Angeles Lakers on April 5, 2026. The Mavericks will be aiming to end a three-game losing streak. Dereck Lively II and Kyrie Irving are out for the season.
The Dodgers–Nationals game was delayed due to heavy rain. Despite the downpour, one young Dodgers fan had his wish come true when Shohei Ohtani made a special visit. Ohtani gave him the ball he’d been using.
The Cavaliers are heavily favoured as they host the Pacers. Cleveland has a 92 percent chance to win this game. The Pacers arrive undermanned, with multiple injuries threatening to shrink their rotation further.
Forward Porter Martone made his NHL debut for the Philadelphia Flyers this week. The elite prospect has shown signs of being a difference-maker during their late-season Stanley Cup Playoff push. Martone leads the entire NHL in shots on goal (15 in three games) since making his NHL debut March 31.
The third round of the Valero Texas Open has been suspended due to bad weather. Robert MacIntyre’s lead has been reduced by two by Ludvig Åberg. The tournament will resume on Sunday.
The Utah Jazz are preparing to face the Oklahoma City Thunder. While the Thunder have the NBA’s best record, the Jazz’s young players have shown promise. Brice Sensabaugh and Ace Bailey are among those to watch.
Tommy Paul is set to compete in the Final at the Fayez Sarofim & Co. U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship. His opponent will be Roman Andres Burruchaga.
Bahia and Palmeiras are set to face off in the 10th round of the Brasileirão. Bahia, unbeaten at home, will host Palmeiras at Arena Fonte Nova. Palmeiras, currently leading the Brasileirão, aim to increase their lead.
Bernardo Silva will leave Man City when his contract expires at the end of the season. Assistant manager Pep Lijnders confirmed that it will not be possible for the club to replace their skipper, acknowledging that ‘every good story comes to an end’. Silva has won six Premier League titles during his time at City.
The Yankees are looking for a third consecutive series victory. The Yankees game against the Marlins is delayed. The Marlins will no longer be starting Chris Paddack.