March 2026

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Rockets defenders helpless to stop Victor Wembanyama’s reverse dunk in traffic in runaway Spurs victory

If you buy a ticket to watch Victor Wembanyama, there’s a good chance you’re going to get your money’s worth.

Spurs fans got their money’s worth on Sunday in San Antonio.

The Spurs rolled to a 145-120 win over the Western Conference rival Houston Rockets to put further distance between themselves and the field for second place in the West. Wembanyama put together another otherworldly stat line and highlight reel in the process.

He got the highlight reel started by spiking a soft Tari Eason layup attempt into the baseline stands.

Then, with a chance to extend a Spurs lead before halftime, Wembanyama took a trailing pass from Dylan Harper in transition, pump-faked from near the logo and stepped up for a buzzer-beating 3-pointer.

That bucket extended San Antonio’s lead to 69-57.

But he saved his best stuff for the third quarter. With San Antonio starting to pull away, Wembanyama took an outlet pass in transition and got a full head of steam as he dribbled over half court.

From there, he Euro-stepped into the paint through four Rockets defenders, including 6-foot-11 Kevin Durant and 6-foot-11 Alperen Şengün, all of whom were helpless to stop him. Wembanyama finished the move with a reverse dunk, sending each of his would-be defenders walking in the other direction with his head down.

He picked up a foul on Reed Sheppard in the process and completed the sequence with an and-1 free throw.

Then, for good measure, Wembanyama added another highlight-reel block, this one at Clint Capela’s expense.

Capela, who’s 6-foot-10, got the ball deep in the post and went up for what looked initially like a two-handed dunk attempt. But Wembanyama, standing behind him, stuffed the shot before it got to the rim. Wembanyama didn’t even have to jump.

In the end, it added up to 29 points, 8 rebounds, 4 blocks and 2 steals for Wembanyama. He shot 9 of 13 from the field, 9 of 10 from the line and 2 of 5 from 3.

And the Spurs now stand seven games ahead of the third-place Timberwolves, 7.5 games ahead of the Rockets and eight games ahead the Nuggets and Lakers in the Western Conference standings.

Only the Thunder, whose Western Conference lead was cut to 2.5 games Sunday night, have a better record in the NBA. And the Spurs beat them four times in five matchups this season.

The Spurs are putting on a great show with Wembanyama as the featured act. And they’re doing a lot of winning along the way.

World Baseball Classic 2026: Team USA stomps Great Britain, Chinese Taipei wins a thriller vs. Korea

After an exciting first full day of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Saturday provided even more memorable moments as pool play continued. The United States and Puerto Rico were among the teams in action, with both improving to 2-0.

The eight-game schedule Saturday began with Japan topping Korea to move into a first-place tie with Australia in Pool C, at 2-0. The action continued with Panama facing Puerto Rico, Venezuela taking on Israel and Korea playing Chinese Taipei.

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Great Britain struck first, with Boston Red Sox utility man Nate Eaton ambushing a Tarik Skubal first-pitch fastball for a leadoff homer.

That wound up being about the only thing to go wrong for Team USA in another lopsided win. Kyle Schwarber provided the big hit with a go-ahead home run in the fifth inning while the American pitching staff combined for 17 strikeouts and no walks.

Eaton finished the game 3-for-4. His teammates: 0-for 25.

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The most back-and-forth game of the tournament ended with Chinese Taipei celebrating a significant upset in tears.

Neither team built a lead larger than a single run. The Tokyo Dome crowd was cheering every change of fortune, all the way up to the bottom of the 10th inning, when Chinese Taipei first baseman Nien-Ting Wu threw the runner out at the plate to maintain the lead.

Japan hit four home runs, including two by Seiya Suzuki and another by Shohei Ohtani, to fend off Korea and improve to 2-0 in pool play.

Korea threatened in the eighth inning, cutting Japan’s lead to 8-6. Hyeseong Kim came to bat with two outs and the bases loaded but was caught looking by Yuki Matsumoto. Japan’s pitching helped put out several fires during the game and finished with 15 strikeouts and only two walks.

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Panama nearly had it. They were up 2-1 going into the ninth inning, then walked in the tying run with two outs. They scored in the top of the 10th, but Puerto Rico tied it again. Then came a walkoff homer from Darell Hernaiz.

An electric moment for the hosts of Pool A, a heartbreaker for the underdogs.

Owen Caissie hit a two-run home run, and Abraham Toro knocked in two runs as Canada won its opening game 8-2 over Colombia. The Naylor brothers played big roles in the victory, with Josh going 2-of-4 with an RBI and Bo throwing out two runners attempting steals.

After Jeter Downs put Nicaragua ahead 3-1 in the top of the eighth inning, the Netherlands answered in the bottom of the ninth. Xander Bogaerts hit a two-out double, and then Ozzie Albies stepped to the plate and ended things.

Brazil lost its second WBC game in less than 24 hours, falling 8-0 to Italy on Saturday afternoon. In its two games thus far, Brazil has allowed 23 runs.

Dante Nori hit two home runs, going deep in the seventh and eighth innings to lead the way. Dominic Canzone also homered for Italy, which won its opening game in Pool B play.

However, Brazil walked only three batters after putting 17 on base in Friday night’s 15-5 loss to the United States.

Venezuela improved to 2-0 in the WBC with an 11-3 win over Israel. Venezuela struck first with four runs in the bottom of the opening frame. Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suárez was responsible for the final two runs in that flurry, thanks to his 386-foot long ball.

Later, the San Francisco Giants’ Luis Arráez stole the spotlight with a pair of dingers, finishing 4-for-5 with 5 RBI.

  • Japan vs. Australia, 6 a.m. ET on FS1/Fubo

  • Cuba vs. Colombia, noon ET on FS2/Fubo

  • Dominican Republic vs. Netherlands, noon ET on Fox/Fubo

  • Italy vs. Great Britain, 1 p.m. ET on Tubi

  • Israel vs. Nicaragua, 7 p.m. ET on Tubi

  • Canada vs. Panama, 7 p.m. ET on FS2/Fubo

  • Mexico vs. Brazil, 8 p.m. ET on FS1/Fubo

Report: Julian Brandt Leaving BVB in the Summer

DORTMUND, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 28: Julian Brandt of Borussia Dortmund runs with the ball during the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern München at Signal Iduna Park on February 28, 2026 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Pau Barrena/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Julian Brandt is leaving Borussia Dortmund. According to Fabrizio Romano, the 29-year-old midfield maestro will be a free agent, after the player and club failed to come to an agreement during contract negotations.

Brandt’s future in Dortmund has been up in the air for a while, and now his departure seems to be confirmed. This is a huge blow for BVB. Brandt is arguably Dortmund’s most creative player and one of the club’s most consistent producers, with 15 or more combined goals/assists in each of the last five seasons, although he’s probably not going to hit that this season.

There is not really a player in the squad who can step up and fill Brandt’s role as a midfield playmaker. Dortmund will need to find a replacement in the transfer market. This only adds to a growing list of priorities that Sebastian Kehl will need to tackle over the summer, especially if the club is unable to sign Nico Schlotterbeck. He has his work cut out for him.

Every Alderson-Broaddus College player drafted by the Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics have built their teams in a number of ways over the decades, but few if any methods have born more fruit than through the NBA draft. The best players to suit up for the Celtics have, by and large, come to Boston either through being taken directly in the annual event, or via trades made that night.

And it is not just the top stars who have been picked up by the Celtics via the draft. Countless members of the storied ball club’s alumni have been taken by the team, and some schools are better represented than others. We can see blue blood programs and some very small schools both delivering top talent to Boston’s rosters over the years, so we decided to take a look at which players came from which schools overall.

So without further ado, let’s take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Celtics out of Alderson-Broaddus College.

Carl Hartman – guard

Draft year and position: 11th round (third pick, 83rd overall), 1955 NBA Draft

Seasons at Alderson-Broaddus College: Unknown

Seasons played with Celtics: Did not make the team

All stats and data courtesy of Basketball Reference.

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Brooklyn Nets jersey history No. 44 – Trenton Hassell (2008-10)

The Brooklyn Nets have 52 jersey numbers worn by over 600 different players over the course of their history since the franchise was founded in 1967 as a charter member of the American Basketball Association (ABA), when the team was known as the “New Jersey Americans”.

Since then, that league has been absorbed by the NBA with the team that would later become the New York Nets and New Jersey Nets before settling on the name by which they are known today, bringing their rich player and jersey history with them to the league of today.

To commemorate the players who played for the Nets over the decades wearing those 52 different jersey numbers, Nets Wire is covering the entire history of the franchise’s jersey numbers and the players who sported them since the founding of the team.

And for today’s article, we will continue with the 17th of 21 people to wear the No. 44 jersey, wing alum Trenton Hassell. After ending his college career at Austin Peay State University, Hassell was picked up with the 30th overall selection of the 2001 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls

The Clarksville, Tennessee native played the first two seasons of his pro career with Chicago. He also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks before he was dealt to New Jersey in 2008 for the final three seasons of his career.

During his time suiting up for the Nets, Hassell wore only jersey No. 44 and put up 3.6 points and 2.6 rebounds per game.

All stats and data courtesy of Basketball Reference.

This article originally appeared on Nets Wire: Nets jersey history No. 44 – Trenton Hassell (2008-10)

Max Eberl thinks Bayern Munich is equipped to deal with potential red cards, injuries

MUNICH, GERMANY – MARCH 06: Max Eberl, Sporting Director of Bayern Munich looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Borussia Mönchengladbach at Allianz Arena on March 06, 2026 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images) | Getty Images

For much of the season, squad depth has been a frequent topic of discussion around Bayern Munich. With a roster that is slightly leaner than in previous years, some observers have wondered whether injuries or suspensions could derail the club’s ambitions. Board member for sport Max Eberl, however, does not appear overly concerned.

Speaking about the current state of the squad, Eberl expressed confidence that Bayern Munich has enough quality and stability to navigate potential setbacks over the course of a long season.

“We are stable and can compensate for many things. We have a squad that is smaller than in the past, but we still have enough quality because the players are currently available. You’re never immune to serious injuries like those of Alphonso Davies or Jamal Musiala last year, but we feel that it’s difficult to throw us off balance at the moment,” Eberl told Sport1’s Stefan Kumberger (as captured by @iMiaSanMia).

Eberl’s comments acknowledge an obvious reality in football: no team is completely protected from the unexpected. Injuries, red cards, and suspensions are simply part of the sport, and over the course of a demanding campaign they can significantly alter a team’s trajectory. Bayern Munich itself experienced that last season when key players like Alphonso Davies and Jamal Musiala missed stretches due to injury.

Despite those possibilities, Eberl’s confidence appears to stem from the current balance within the squad. While the roster may not be as large as some Bayern Munich teams of the past, the available players provide flexibility across multiple positions. That versatility can help the coaching staff adjust when unexpected situations arise during matches or throughout the season.

Another factor working in Bayern’s favor is the overall level of talent in the squad. Even with a slightly reduced group of players, the quality at the club remains among the highest in Europe. When injuries or suspensions occur, the replacements stepping into the lineup are often international-level players themselves.

Ultimately, Eberl’s message is one of cautious optimism. Football seasons are unpredictable, but Bayern believes the current squad has the stability and depth required to absorb challenges without losing momentum.

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Broncos restructuring lineman’s contract to create more salary cap space

After making a few in-house moves, the Denver Broncos are now set to create some additional salary cap space.

The Broncos are restructuring the contract of guard Quinn Meinerz. The Denver Post‘s Luca Evans first reported that a restructure was likely on the way on Sunday evening. That news was later confirmed by the Denver Gazette‘s Chris Tomasson.

If the Broncos convert Meinerz’s $16.85 million base salary into a signing bonus, it will spread the total over the remaining years on his contract, freeing up $11.7 million in 2026 cap space. That gives the team a lot more cap flexibility, and there’s no downside for Meinerz, who gets paid the same amount, just sooner.

Denver could do this multiple times. If they maxed out their simple restructuring possibilities, the Broncos could create more than $71 million in extra cap space, according to estimates from OverTheCap.com. Meinerz is the first. He might not be the last. The NFL’s free agency negotiating window opens on Monday.

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This article originally appeared on Broncos Wire: Denver Broncos news: Quinn Meinerz restructures contract for cap space

Wisconsin native with unique taste in sweaters leads Queens to NCAA berth

College basketball fans in the Milwaukee area might only recognize Queens University in North Carolina because UW-Milwaukee’s Bart Landy was head coach for the Royals in two different stints.

Well, get to know another Queens coach in Grant Leonard, who has even deeper Wisconsin ties.

The 45-year-old Leonard played at Martin Luther High School, and his first coaching job was as an assistant at Shorewood High School in the 2004-05 season.

He replaced Lundy as head coach at Queens in 2022. The school began a transition to NCAA Division I that year after being a Division II power under Lundy.

This is the first season that Queens has been eligible to compete in NCAA postseasons and the Royals took advantage by winning the Atlantic Sun Tournament title and earning an automatic NCAA bid. Queens beat Central Arkansas in overtime despite allowing 49 points from ex-Wisconsin player Camren Hunter.

“It’s a life-changing moment for us,” Leonard told The Charlotte Observer after the game. “It’s going to be unbelievable for our admissions (department) and for the publicity for the school. I’m just so proud of everyone for believing.”

The NCAA Tournament introduces new characters to the nation every year, and Leonard is a good candidate. He is fond of gaudy sweaters, including holiday ones that state “Gangsta Wrapper” and “Leftovers Are For Quitters.” Leonard estimated he has a stash of 40-50 holiday looks.

Queens, located in Charlotte, will likely be a 15th seed in the Big Dance, but Leonard doesn’t care.

“To reference poker, we just want a chip and a chair,” Leonard told the Charlotte Observer. “And an opportunity to put our cards on the table.”

This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Wisconsin native Grant Leonard leads Queens to Atlantic Sun title

Heiskanen scores in overtime to push the Stars past the Blackhawks, 4-3

DALLAS (AP) — Defenseman Miro Heiskanen scored 22 seconds into overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday.

Second in the Western Conference, the Stars are 11-0-1 in their last 12.

Young Chicago star Connor Bedard forced the extra period by scoring with 1:20 left in regulation with the Blackhawks playing with an extra skater.

Mavrik Bourque had a goal and an assist for Dallas. Nathan Bastian and Justin Hryckowian also scored, and Casey DeSmith made 12 saves.

Tyler Bertuzzi and rookie defenseman Sam Rinzel also scored for Chicago, and Arvid Soderblom stopped 28 shots. The Blackhawks are 2-7-4 in their last 13.

The Stars turned a 2-1 deficit going into the third period into a 3-2 lead on Bourque’s goal 42 seconds in and Hryckowian’s power-play goal at 9:40.

The Blackhawks took a 2-0 lead in the first period on a deflection by Bertuzzi at 6:59 and Rinzel’s blast from the slot fewer than two minutes later. Bastian scored Dallas’ first goal late in the period.

Soderblom made consecutive starts for the first time this season with No. 1 Blackhawks goalie Spencer Knight sidelined with an illness.

Blackhawks rookie forward Oliver Moore left midway through the first period after three shifts with an undisclosed injury when sliding into the end boards seconds after assisting on Rinzel’s goal.

Dallas improved to 6-12-4 when trailing after two periods, while Chicago dropped to 15-3-2 when leading after two.

Up next

Blackhawks: Complete a back-to-back hosting Utah on Monday night to begin a home-and-home with the Mammoth.

Stars: Host Vegas on Tuesday night in the third game of a six-game homestand.

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Heiskanen scores in overtime to push the Stars past the Blackhawks, 4-3

DALLAS (AP) — Defenseman Miro Heiskanen scored 22 seconds into overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday.

Second in the Western Conference, the Stars are 11-0-1 in their last 12.

Young Chicago star Connor Bedard forced the extra period by scoring with 1:20 left in regulation with the Blackhawks playing with an extra skater.

Mavrik Bourque had a goal and an assist for Dallas. Nathan Bastian and Justin Hryckowian also scored, and Casey DeSmith made 12 saves.

Tyler Bertuzzi and rookie defenseman Sam Rinzel also scored for Chicago, and Arvid Soderblom stopped 28 shots. The Blackhawks are 2-7-4 in their last 13.

The Stars turned a 2-1 deficit going into the third period into a 3-2 lead on Bourque’s goal 42 seconds in and Hryckowian’s power-play goal at 9:40.

The Blackhawks took a 2-0 lead in the first period on a deflection by Bertuzzi at 6:59 and Rinzel’s blast from the slot fewer than two minutes later. Bastian scored Dallas’ first goal late in the period.

Soderblom made consecutive starts for the first time this season with No. 1 Blackhawks goalie Spencer Knight sidelined with an illness.

Blackhawks rookie forward Oliver Moore left midway through the first period after three shifts with an undisclosed injury when sliding into the end boards seconds after assisting on Rinzel’s goal.

Dallas improved to 6-12-4 when trailing after two periods, while Chicago dropped to 15-3-2 when leading after two.

Up next

Blackhawks: Complete a back-to-back hosting Utah on Monday night to begin a home-and-home with the Mammoth.

Stars: Host Vegas on Tuesday night in the third game of a six-game homestand.

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