Jack Norris 
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Kevin Durant is approaching the NBA’s all-time top 5 scoring list. He needs 69 points to surpass Michael Jordan. Durant has been trending in this direction through much of a career filled with big bucket games.
Blackstone Valley Co-op, a Rhode Island high school hockey team, secured the Division 2 championship after a mass shooting during a game last month. The shooting killed Colin Dorgan’s mother, brother and grandfather. Dorgan, despite the tragedy, helped propel the team to the final.
Chivas have taken the lead in the Liga BBVA MX Clausura 2026 tournament after beating León. The team, managed by Gabriel Milito, now have 27 points, moving ahead of Cruz Azul and Toluca. Armando González scored in the win against León, bringing his tournament total to nine goals.
With the NBA regular season drawing to a close, teams in both the Eastern and Western conferences are vying for playoff spots. The last month of the regular season is hectic for all 30 teams, especially those positioning for seeding in the playoffs or play-in tournament. Some teams are fine-tuning and evaluating their play as the postseason landscape remains in flux.
Rod Strickland, a New York City basketball legend, aimed to transform Long Island University’s basketball culture when he became head coach in 2022. After a challenging start, Strickland has now guided the LIU Sharks to their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2012.
The Colorado State men’s basketball team has secured a place in the 2026 NIT, with brackets revealed on March 15. The Rams will host Saint Joseph’s at Moby Arena. CSU and Saint Joseph’s are scheduled to play on March 18.
The Lakers have won nine out of their last 10, helped by having the league’s No. 2 defence. Head coach JJ Redick spoke about the responsibility of his players to be stars in their defensive roles. Luka Dončić’s improved physique is also contributing to the team’s defensive capabilities.
CJ McCollum’s arrival in Atlanta raised questions about his long-term fit. Despite a dip in efficiency, McCollum’s unique offensive abilities have been a major factor in the Hawks’ recent success, providing a scoring gravity that benefits his teammates.
LeBron James’ long-held ambition to own an NBA team may be fading. Fenway Sports Group, a key partner of James, is reportedly no longer interested in pursuing an NBA expansion team in Las Vegas. This development casts doubt on James’ ability to launch a successful bid.