With a 23-43 record, the Memphis Grizzlies are focusing on the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery. Games against the Chicago Bulls, Utah Jazz, and Milwaukee Bucks are particularly important. The Grizzlies currently hold a projected 6% chance at the top pick.
The NBA regular season is drawing to a close. The final day of games will be on Sunday, April 12. The playoff picture is being updated daily to reflect the standings, magic numbers, and tiebreakers.
The Los Angeles Clippers will face the San Antonio Spurs on March 16, 2026. Kawhi Leonard is listed as day-to-day with an ankle injury. Bradley Beal is out for the season with a hip injury.
The San Antonio Spurs may face challenges with the potential NBA expansion. Protecting only eight players in an expansion draft could force difficult decisions. De’Aaron Fox’s contract may become a factor in the Spurs’ long-term plans.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 120-106. Marcus Smart played a key role, stifling Anthony Edwards, who managed only 14 points. The win moved the Lakers up in the Western Conference playoff race.
Victor Wembanyama’s candidness about his aspirations might lead to unfair criticism. He has implied that he should be the “face of the league,” and he recently expressed his desire to win the MVP and DPOY awards. This honesty, while refreshing, could become a target as his fame increases.
Nolan McLean is slated to start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic finals. This comes after McLean’s start against Italy saw him allow home runs to Kyle Teel and Sam Antonacci. McLean views this as an opportunity and a ‘dream come true’.
New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr broke a world record against South Africa after scoring her third consecutive T20I fifty. Kerr’s record came in the first T20I between New Zealand and South Africa at Mount Maunganui. Her tally as a T20I captain stands at 301 runs.
WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H has paid tribute to Davey Coates, WWE’s international touring manager, following his passing. Coates was known for his instrumental role in setting up WWE’s international shows. Former NXT GM William Regal also shared a tribute to Coates.
Roman Reigns is set to appear on Raw, two weeks after CM Punk’s comments about burying Reigns. Bayley will challenge AJ Lee for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. Brock Lesnar will also return to Raw to see who’ll answer his WrestleMania challenge.
