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Sources: NCAA tournaments set to expand to 76External Link
The NCAA has initiated the final steps to expand the men's and women's basketball tournaments to 76 teams, with sources telling ESPN that clearing the final steps needed is just a formality.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:01:49 EST
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Sources: NBA finalizing lottery reform proposalExternal Link
The NBA has proposed a new anti-tanking draft reform that expands the lottery, flattens odds and penalizes the bottom three teams, sources told ESPN.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:01:49 EST
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Embiid's 33 downs Celtics, keeps 76ers aliveExternal Link
Joel Embiid helped the 76ers rally from a 13-point, third quarter deficit, holding the Celtics to just 11 points in the final frame of Game 5.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:01:49 EST
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Rockets rule out Durant (ankle) for Game 5External Link
The Rockets, again facing elimination, officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Wednesday night's Game 5 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:01:49 EST
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Fired Thomson has no animosity towards PhilliesExternal Link
Former Phillies manager Rob Thomson showed no animosity toward the team or front office, which fired him on Tuesday, expressing a desire to remain in the organization if he's wanted.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:01:49 EST
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