NBA Playoffs: Victor Wembaneyama hits Spurs with concussion

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🏀 5 things you need to know on Wednesday

1. Spurs’ night was even worse without Victor Wembaneyama. of meat Ejected from Game 2 of Spurs’ first round series He was diagnosed with a concussion in the game against the Trail Blazers, which opened the door for Portland to score a 106-103 stunner on the road. The series is now tense in the Pacific Northwest, and the Spurs would be in a dangerous position if their superstar misses time. That makes them one of the losers of the night The Celtics also suffered a come-from-behind loss to the 76ers in the same series. Injuries have also been a feature of the Rockets-Lakers series. kevin durant recovered from knee problem In Game 2 last night, LeBron James still looked like King James in his prime and Austin Reeves, but… It may become available if the series goes far..
2. Billy Donovan has resigned from his position with the Bulls. Despite finishing his tenure as the fourth-winningest coach in Bulls history, Donovan finished above .500 just once in six years. Choose not to select contract option for 2026-27 After a 31-win campaign. Donovan remains highly regarded and, according to Matt Norlander, remains interested in coaching. He was a person of interest searched in North Carolina earlier this month, possibly Top award in next year’s college coaching carousel If he wants to get back to that level.
3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the 2026 NBA Clutch Player of the Year. And the reigning MVP Hardware accumulation may not complete This season, he is one of three finalists for the ultimate individual award. In the CPOY race, Gilgeous-Alexander received 96 of the 100 first-place votes, making him the fourth winner in the history of the Young Player Award. He finished the regular season as the league leader in clutch points (175) despite appearing in only 27 clutch games.
4. Columbus is the next NWSL expansion city. The ownership group behind the Browns and Crew will soon establish a professional women’s soccer club. NWSL Granted rights to Haslam Sports Group The $205 million expansion fee will join the league’s 18th team — which will debut with Atlanta’s new team during the 2028 season. Scotts Miracle Gro Field, the home of the Crew, will be the home of the new team.
5. Mike Vrabel has broken his silence about his photo with Diana Russini. It’s been two weeks since a photo surfaced of Vrabel hugging and holding hands with an NFL reporter. and he finally spoke about the issue. This photo and its implications became one of the most talked about stories of the offseason. It was an inopportune time for the Patriots, who would rather make headlines with their moves in the NFL Draft than their off-the-field controversies.

🏈 Don’t Miss: Mike Renner’s Last Important Board and More NFL Draft Prep

It’s the night before the NFL Draft, and analysts, especially Mike Renner, are excited. His final ranking of 250 top prospects Here is the class of 2026. Lehner called this the most difficult big board meeting he’s put together in more than a decade, and if NFL front offices have similar challenges recruiting the best players, there could be plenty of surprises over the next three days.

Looking at the rankings, it doesn’t take long to find the first person to raise an eyebrow. While there is debate over which prospects are jets Take it at the surrounding No.2 pick center Bill Reese and david baileyRenner actually has ruben bain jr. He ranked above both of them as the best edge rusher in the class. Check out his top 5 overall prospects.

1. Fernando Mendoza QB, Indiana
2. ruben bain jr. corner, Miami (Florida)
3. Bill Reese Edge/LB, ohio
4. Mrs. Proctor OT, Alabama
5. spencer fano OT, Utah

We also have a variety of lenses that allow you to view your final draft preparation.

📊 Too early women’s college basketball rankings

Now that the dust has settled enough on the transfer portal window and the WNBA Draft, we can now peer into the window for next season in women’s college basketball. Roster changes shook up the hierarchy at the top of the sports world in the weeks that followed. UCLA’s National Championship Rise — The Bruins aren’t even in the top 15 of our league. Too early ranking for 2026-27 campaign.

nevertheless coli close Isabel Gonzalez says she has work to do to lead her program to back-to-back championships. It is said that this is something that this coach can do well within his abilities.

• Gonzalez: ”Timea Gardiner Although she missed this season due to injury, she was a huge part of the Bruins’ run to the Final Four in 2024 and will now be the veteran leader of a young UCLA roster. The Crows have also brought in the following reinforcements from the transfer portal: donobin hunter from TCU, bonnie dees from arkansas and Elina Arnissaroplans to return to UCLA after spending a year there. north carolina. ”

Several programs have climbed the ladder with impressive results during the roster building portion of the offseason. for example, oklahomaWith the acquisition of audi scammerStill, most of the winning teams are familiar faces. Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley Lead the group again. The top five are:

1. university university
2. south carolina
3. University of Southern California
4. texas
5. Michigan

👍👎 The best (and not the best) of the rest

📺 What I’m Watching on Wednesday

⚾ Astros vs. Guardianson MLB Network from 1:10 p.m.
⚾ Orioles vs. Royals2:10 p.m. on ESPN Unlimited
⚽ Italian Cup semi-final: Lazio vs. Atalanta3 p.m. on Paramount+
⚾ Blue Jays vs. Angels3:07 p.m., on MLB Network
⚾ Nationals Braves6:45 p.m. Peacock
⚾ Yankees vs. Red Sox6:45 p.m., on MLB Network.
🏀 NBA Playoffs: Magic at Pistons, Game 27 p.m. on ESPN
🏒 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Penguins vs. Flyers, Game 37 p.m. on TNT
⚽ Atlanta United at New England Revolution7:30 p.m. on FS1
⚽ FC Dallas vs. Minnesota United FC8:30pm on Apple TV
🏀 NBA Playoffs: Suns at Thunder, Game 29:30 p.m. on ESPN
🏒 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Stars at Wild, Game 39:30pm on TNT
⚽ Real Salt Lake, Inter Miami CF9:30pm on Apple TV
⚾ Dodgers vs. Giants9:45 p.m., on MLB Network.
🏒 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Ducks vs. Oilers, Game 2TBS 10 p.m.
⚽ Colorado Rapids Los Angeles Football Club10:30pm on Apple TV