Free agent fullback Connor Heyward has agreed to terms with the Raiders on a two-year deal. The deal has a maximum value of $5.5 million with $2 million fully guaranteed. Pittsburgh sought the return of Heyward, but he instead will join Klint Kubiak’s offensive in Las Vegas.
The Dallas Mavericks and Memphis Grizzlies, both on extended losing streaks, are set to clash. This game holds implications for their positions in the race for better NBA Draft odds. The Mavericks have lost eight in a row, while the Grizzlies have lost eight of their last ten.
The New Jersey Devils are set to host the Calgary Flames as part of their ongoing seven-game homestand. Jacob Markstrom is expected to start in goal for the Flames. The Devils have reunited Jesper Bratt with Jack Hughes.
Iga Świątek played one of her best matches this year, securing a significant victory against Karolina Muchova at Indian Wells. However, Świątek’s path was also affected by two retirements, influencing her position in the competition. The event also featured a sensational match by Novak Djokovic.
The Philadelphia Eagles have lost Reed Blankenship, Jaelan Phillips and Nakobe Dean. CJ Gardner-Johnson is open to a return to the Eagles. He was traded by the Eagles to the Houston Texans ahead of the 2025 season.
Crystal Palace were held to a frustrating goalless draw at home to AEK Larnaca in the first leg of their Uefa Conference League last-16 tie. Crystal Palace dominated with more than 70% possession and 13 shots but were unable to find the breakthrough. AEK Larnaca’s goalkeeper Zlatan Alomerovic said that they understood that the bigger quality is with Crystal Palace.
The Phoenix Suns are on a six-game road trip, facing the Indiana Pacers. Grayson Allen and Haywood Highsmith are questionable for the Suns. The Pacers have several players listed as questionable or doubtful, including Pascal Siakam and T.J. McConnell.
Brazilian prodigy Endrick has been warned to curb his individualistic tendencies after a drop in form at Lyon. The Real Madrid loanee is currently enduring a goal drought that has drawn scrutiny. Concerns are growing that the teenager is reverting to the same erratic habits that limited his impact in Spain.
Nevada defeated Air Force in the first round of the Mountain West Tournament. The Wolf Pack set a pair of tournament records, including the largest margin of victory (35) and fewest points allowed in a half (10). Nevada will play Grand Canyon in the quarterfinal.
Nate Ament, Tennessee’s star freshman, is set to return to the lineup for the Volunteers against Auburn in the SEC quarterfinals. Ament has been sidelined with a leg injury since late February. A source indicated it’s uncertain how much Ament will play.
