The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to bounce back after losing Game 1 of their Western Conference semi-finals series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Oklahoma City won the first game 108-90 and are heavily favoured for Game 2. Luka Dončić remains unavailable for the Lakers.
Luke Rockhold has been training with Khamzat Chimaev and Arman Tsarukyan at Santo Studio in California. Rockhold believes the ‘pressure’ from a ‘Chechen ruler’ affected Chimaev’s performance in his title win. Rockhold also shared his negative feelings towards Sean Strickland.
The Basketball Champions League Final Four is set to take place in Badalona. AEK BC, La Laguna Tenerife, Rytas Vilnius and Unicaja will compete. Diccon Lloyd-Smeath has provided previews of the Semi-Finals.
Corbin Martin has been designated for assignment. Gavin Hollowell is back. The Cubs are looking for a reliable veteran starting pitcher or two to fill their decimated rotation.
Patrick Mahomes’ torn ACL and the Chiefs missing the playoffs have raised the anxiety level in Kansas City. Travis Kelce enters what could be his final NFL season. The Chiefs-Bills rivalry might carry a little additional zest in the 2026 season.
The UFC 328 pre-fight press conference is scheduled for Thursday. Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland, known for their heated exchanges, are expected to attend. The press conference will stream live on YouTube and Paramount+.
Jadon Sancho, currently on loan at Aston Villa from Manchester United, played 85 minutes in a 2-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur. Sancho did not complete any key passes or a successful cross attempt during the match. His future at Old Trafford looks uncertain as a summer departure on a free transfer is expected.
Virginia Tech defeated Liberty with an 8-4 victory at Worthington Field. Henry Cooke led the Hokies with a home run and three RBIs. The Hokies took a no-hitter into the seventh inning.
Kylian Mbappe’s Real Madrid career faces scrutiny after a second season without major titles. Sidelined with a hamstring injury, Mbappe’s time off led to fan discontent and a petition calling for his departure. Claims of dressing-room tension have also surfaced.
The Bears have waived cornerback Zah Frazier. Frazier, a fifth-round pick last season, did not play any games for the team as a rookie. The move opens up a spot on Chicago’s 90-man roster.
