Houston Rockets’ Kevin Durant, who missed the previous game with a sprained ankle, was initially listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers. However, he was later ruled out after further testing revealed a bone bruise in his left ankle. Durant’s absence from the bench during the previous game was due to him receiving treatment on his ankle.
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to complete a clean sweep against the Houston Rockets in their first-round series. The Lakers secured a 3-0 lead with an overtime victory on Friday. Houston will be without Kevin Durant, while the Lakers are missing Luka Doncic.
The Colorado Avalanche are aiming for a clean sweep of the Los Angeles Kings. Elsewhere, the Sabres lead the Bruins, the Canadiens are on top of the Lightning, and the Ducks have the edge on the Oilers. The SportsLine Projection Model has revealed its NHL picks and best bets for Sunday’s games.
Joel Embiid returned to the Sixers’ lineup Sunday night after an appendectomy. The Sixers announced Embiid was in the starting five for Game 4 of their first-round playoff series vs. the Celtics. Kelly Oubre Jr. was also available.
The Montreal Canadiens are up 2-1 in their first-round playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, despite their top line’s struggles at five-on-five. The line of Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Juraj Slafkovský has been productive on the power play, but the team seeks more consistent scoring from them during even-strength play. The Lightning’s game plan specifically targets this line, presenting a challenge for the Canadiens.
Cruz Azul will host Necaxa at Estadio Banorte in a Liga MX match. Cruz Azul, with a recent change in coach, are looking to secure a better place, while Necaxa seek to improve their position. Both teams are coming off draws and aim for a victory to boost confidence.
Quentin Grimes, a key player for the Philadelphia 76ers, has seen his playoff minutes reduced. This comes as a surprise, given his regular season performance. His lack of aggressiveness and scoring struggles are raising concerns.
Joel Embiid returned to the Sixers’ lineup for Game 4 of their first-round playoff series against the Celtics. The announcement came roughly 30 minutes before tip-off. Kelly Oubre Jr. was also available after being listed as questionable.
Jordan Walsh is finding ways to impact games for the Boston Celtics in their 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs first round series with the Philadelphia 76ers. Walsh noted that his role has changed now that he is playing meaningful minutes for Boston in the postseason. Walsh has been deployed to help contain Sixers star Tyrese Maxey defensively.
The Montreal Canadiens are once again the perceived underdog. They are facing the Tampa Bay Lightning. The series will likely be won or lost on the sticks of a few key players.