The Lakers were bludgeoned from the opening tip of Thursdays showdown with the Thunder, falling behind by double digits minutes into the game and trailing by as many as 45 en route to a 139-96 loss.… [+2503 chars]

A primetime showdown turned into a dismantling as the Lakers were throttled by the Thunder on Thursday.

Silver Screen and Roll 

Lakers throttled by Thunder in demoralizing loss - Silver Screen and Roll

Reds lefty Nick Lodolo left tonight’s rehab start with Low-A Daytona in the third inning due to more blister issues on his left index finger, relays Manny Randhawa of MLB.com. Lodolo cruised through … [+3401 chars]

The latest news out of Cincinnati includes an unfortunate update on rehabbing starter Nick Lodolo. Find out more at MLB Trade Rumors.

MLB Trade Rumors

Reds Notes: Lodolo, Outfield, Friedl - MLB Trade Rumors

Anthony Edwards is out of the running for any NBA postseason awards. 
The Timberwolves star was ruled out of Thursdays 113-108 loss to the Pistons, making it impossible for him to reach the 65-game … [+1818 chars]

The Timberwolves star was ruled out of Thursday’s 113-108 loss.

New York Post

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards now ineligible for NBA awards - nypost.com

The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether Trump spoke to Woods after the crash.
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The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether Trump spoke to Woods after the crash.

Politico

After crash, Tiger Woods told deputy he was ‘talking to the president,’ body camera shows - Politico

Roman Tubner was fired Thursday after two seasons as an assistant coach with Lady Vols basketball on coach Kim Caldwells staff, sources tell Volquest.
Tubners dismissal comes three days after assist… [+1192 chars]

Lady Vols assistant coach Roman Tubner is not being retained after after two seasons on Kim Caldwell's coaching staff.

On3.com

Roman Tubner fired as Lady Vols basketball assistant coach - On3

Updated April 2, 2026, 7:14 p.m. ET
Audi Crooks played a prominent role for Iowa States womens basketball program, becoming a steady presence for the Cyclones throughout the season.As she enters the… [+5957 chars]

Audi Crooks has entered the women’s basketball transfer portal following her third season at Iowa State. Photos show her time with the Cyclones.

USA Today

Audi Crooks enters transfer portal after 3 seasons at Iowa State - USA Today

The Kansas City Royals suffered a 5-1 loss in Thursdays series finale against the Minnesota Twins. 
As Kansas City looked to complete the sweep, everything appeared routine. The lineup was released … [+2403 chars]

Kansas City Royals rookie catcher was scratched from the lineup after oversleeping before Thursday’s game against the Minnesota Twins.

Sports Illustrated

Royals Rookie Pulled From Lineup Last Minute After Oversleeping - Sports Illustrated

You want to be cautious because Major League Baseball is incredibly difficult, and in many ways, Cam Schlittlers arc does not make sense. As a seventh-round draft pick who appeared on zero top prospe… [+868 chars]

You want to be cautious because Major League Baseball is incredibly difficult, and in many ways, Cam Schlittler’s arc does not make sense.

Cam Schlittler’s rapid rise embodies ride Yankees hope to be taking - New York Post

Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris request for a preliminary injunction was denied, Jacquie Franciulli reported. He had filed a lawsuit arguing for a seventh year of eligibility.
Morris filed the … [+2858 chars]

Judge makes ruling in Chandler Morris eligibility lawsuit - On3

The Los Angeles Lakers (50-26) and Oklahoma City Thunder (60-16) will square off in the NBA this Thursday night. Tipoff is set for 9:30 p.m. ET from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The game will … [+2843 chars]

The Los Angeles Lakers (50-26) and Oklahoma City Thunder (60-16) will square off in the NBA this Thursday night. Tipoff is set for 9:30 p.m. ET from the

The Action Network

Lakers vs Thunder Predictions, Odds, Picks, Best Bet 4/2 - Action Network

As Dre Greenlaw gave a slight shake of his head, a San Francisco logo hung on the wall behind him, directly over the ex-Bronco’s left shoulder. Symbolic of a fresh beginning, in an old home. Symbolic… [+7089 chars]

As Dre Greenlaw gave a slight shake of his head, a San Francisco logo hung on the wall behind him, directly over the ex-Bronco’s left shoulder. Symbolic of a fresh beginning, in an old home. Symbolic, too, of an injury-riddled season…

The Denver Post

Dre Greenlaw, cut by Broncos, says he ‘wasn’t happy’ in Denver, goes in-depth on injury-riddled 2025 - The Denver Post

Max Plante, a Detroit Red Wings forward prospect, was named one of three finalists for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award on Thursday.
San Jose Sharks defenseman prospect Eric Pohlkamp and undrafted fre… [+2568 chars]

Award given to top player in NCAA men's hockey to be presented April 10

NHL News

Plante, Pohlkamp, Hughes named Hobey Baker finalists - NHL.com

Chairman George H. McCaskey and President/CEO Kevin Warren provided a stadium update this week at the NFL owners meetings, discussing the two possible sites the Bears are considering.

ChicagoBears.com

Bears plan to make stadium decision by late spring or early summer - Chicago Bears Official Website

The Cowboys allowed the most points in the NFL last season, with the 511 points scored by opponents setting a team record. The team did not do enough this offseason to get new defensive coordinator C… [+1415 chars]

The Cowboys allowed the most points in the NFL last season, with the 511 points scored by opponents setting a team record.

NBCSports.com

Brian Schottenheimer doesn’t rule out selecting an offensive player in the first round - NBC Sports

The chances of the Philadelphia Eagles trading quarterback Jalen Hurts are very, very low... but never zero.
After an insightful report by ESPN's Tim McManus and Jeremy Fowler revealed Monday there … [+4456 chars]

Where there's smoke, there's fire but how much of Philadelphia's internal friction is just hot steam powering trade rumors?

FanSided

Jalen Hurts trade destinations: 4 teams to watch amid Eagles drama - FanSided

Duke head coach Jon Scheyer still is not at the rewatch stage.
Who knows when he will be. What we do know is he's not acting like a coach who has already moved on from what happened against UConn.
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In his first public comments since Dukes stunning loss to UConn Jon Scheyer addressed the heartbreak praised his team and laid out how hell approach the transfer portal Heres what his comments reveal about Dukes roster decisions and offseason blueprint

247Sports

Jon Scheyer’s message after UConn: Duke won’t panic, but portal moves are coming - 247Sports

Apr 2, 2026, 05:08 PM ET
PHOENIX -- Raven Johnson walked into the South Carolina weight room for offseason workouts last summer and immediately noticed the display on screens in the room.
UConn 82,… [+2968 chars]

South Carolina gets the chance Friday to show it learned its lesson from the 82-59 loss to UConn in last year's national championship game.

ESPN

South Carolina's Johnson on UConn loss: Sometimes you need losses - ESPN

The New Mexico Lobos play the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in the NIT semifinals from Indianapolis, Indiana. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET on ESPN.
New Mexico is favored by -3.5 points on the spread with a… [+3735 chars]

Read for New Mexico vs Tulsa predictions, picks and odds for their NIT semifinal game on Thursday, April 2.

New Mexico vs Tulsa Prediction, Time, Odds: Expert NIT Pick — 4/2 - Action Network

Michigan and Arizona will play the headlining Final Four game on Saturday night (8:49 p.m., CBS) in a battle of KenPom No. 1 vs. No. 2, and a matchup of top-five teams in offensive and defensive adju… [+1270 chars]

Michigan and Arizona will play the headlining Final Four game on Saturday night (8:49 p.m., CBS) in a battle of KenPom No. 1 vs. No. 2, and a matchup of top-five teams in offensive and defensive adjusted efficiency. The Wildcats and Wolverines haven’t dipped …

UM Hoops

NCAA 2026: Michigan vs. Arizona Preview - UM Hoops.com

Phil Mickelson will not take part in the 2026 Masters. The three-time Masters winner announced hell be out for an extended period of time due to a personal health matter in his family.
Mickelson ann… [+1580 chars]

Phil Mickelson has missed multiple LIV events this year due to a personal matter.