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Jalen Brunson has added to his legacy as one of the greatest players in New York Knicks history over the past few weeks. However, some new comments on Wednesday highlight why Carmelo Anthony was so bad for the franchise during his time in Gotham.

The Knicks have felt like a team of destiny this month. After being down two games to one in their quarterfinal series against the Atlanta Hawks, they have pulled off a historic victory by winning seven consecutive games and securing their spot in the 2026 Eastern Conference Finals.

This is the second consecutive year the team has reached the conference finals and Brunson has played a huge role in their success. This includes reaching the playoffs every year since New York arrived in 2022. In that time, he has shocked the NBA world and emerged as a perennial All-Star and the best closer in the game.

Still, part of what makes Brunson so beloved by Knicks fans is that he is a humble star who is team-first. He proved this once again on Wednesday. During a press conference with the NYC media, Brunson was asked about his teammates recently taking more shots and not demanding the ball like many stars. His answer was simple and excellent.

Brunson said, “One, I’m not a star. Two, I want to win.”

Carmelo Anthony can’t hold a candle to Jalen Brunson in NYC

That kind of selfless and humble nature hasn’t been seen from a top Knicks star in a very long time. decade. and was one of Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony’s seven seasons in New York. Still, as good as Anthony was, he was not as impactful a player as Brunson.

During his seven seasons in New York, the 10-time All-Star led the Knicks to the playoffs only three times. In four of those years, they had a losing record, including a 17–65 mark when they played only 40 games in 2014–15. And while they made the playoffs, New York got the furthest trip to the semi-finals. Brunson has done this in at least every season he has been with the team. Plus, he took a discounted rate when he signed his extension through 2024.

Anthony was a great player and a great scorer, but his me-first, ball-hogging style was great for his numbers but bad for his teammates and the Knicks’ championship hopes. While New York fans celebrated the return of the Brooklyn-born kid, his seven years playing inside Madison Square Garden were mostly disappointing. And they led the franchise to seven consecutive losing seasons.

Brunson has excelled since day one and he is still only 29 years old. So even bigger seasons and potentially the Knicks’ first championship since 1973 could be ahead. Fans should appreciate the three-time All-Star as much as possible because superstars like him don’t come around often.

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There are many links connecting Danny Rohl ranger people With a move for Bologna’s Lewis Ferguson in recent weeks.

The Scotland international has not always been a regular in Serie A this season. Despite being club captain throughout the campaign, the Rangers target played 24 times. Manager Vincenzo Italiano used him as a regular player in the Europa League, where the midfielder played every single game.

The former Aberdeen man remains an important team player for the Rossoblu, who rely on him especially during big games.

Now, it is becoming clear that Rangers may not be on Ferguson’s transfer agenda.

Agent Ferguson talks transfer

Lewis Ferguson’s agent Bill McMurdo has spoken tutomercatoweb Regarding the 26-year-old’s situation at Bologna and his plans, and it appears they don’t involve Ibrox and Rangers.

The outlet asked McMurdo about the possibility of a renewal at the Italian side. he replied: “Lewis has two years left on his contract. We will be meeting with the club soon to assess whether they want to offer him a contract extension or let it expire.”

Speaking about a possible transfer from Bologna, the agent discouraged suggestions of a transfer to Rangers. He made it clear that Ferguson wants to play at the highest level and is ready for the Premier League

“Luis is ready to play for one of the so-called big Italian clubs if they show interest in him and Bologna is ready to let him leave. He wants to play at the highest level and continue developing his career.”

McMurdo revealed that his client would only play in the top five European leagues.

“He will consider offers from any of the top five football countries, with Italy and England being his first choices. Lewis is very happy to stay in Bologna, but he is equally ready to take on any new challenges to further his career.”

“However, any move must be beneficial to all parties.”

Rangers transfer always a long shot

Lewis Ferguson is easily capable of playing in the Premier League. Their stature has grown to the point where they pay more than Rangers and perhaps offer an even bigger platform than Danny Rohl’s team.

The Rossoblu have developed a habit of selling their best players to England. Dan Ndoye finished at Nottingham Forest last year, a year after Joshua Zirkzee and Riccardo Calafiori also finished in the Premier League.

It is natural for there to be constant discussion about a Scottish player in his country. This will continue to be the case even if the Bologna star ends up in England.

But Ferguson ending up at Rangers soon appears to be a dream inspired by his uncle Barry Ferguson, who has spoken up about the Scotland international in recent weeks.

of manchester united Interest in Rafael Leao has been a topic of discussion in recent weeks. The attacker is now struggling and is at the center of AC Milan’s goalscoring issues.

sports witness Covered Jorge Mendes’ involvement in a potential transfer. AC Milan are relying on the super-agent to find a new club for the attacker.

Through Mendes, Manchester United made initial contact to explore the terms of a deal. The Red Devils have an excellent relationship with the agent, having acquired Manuel Ugarte and Lenny Yoro through his work.

A deal for Leo will be cheaper than before, but that’s because his star has faded.

Leo made noise over the weekend

transfer market The report added that Leao’s performance against Atalanta was another ‘black mark’ on his season. Initially he was not expected to play but despite being given the start, he showed an ‘indifferent attitude’.

The game was important for the Rossoneri. Roma’s win over Parma took them level on points with Milan, who found themselves fourth in the table. They lost 3-2 and are now in serious danger of missing out on Champions League football.

The outlet accused Leao of ‘missing goals, poor play’ and was heavily criticized when he was removed in the second half.

Fans at San Siro protested against CEO Giorgio Furlani before the game. The 26-year-old’s performance enraged them further and the loudest boos were heard when the Portugal international was substituted.

Calciomercato doesn’t end there, adding that Leao is ‘hooked’ on the touchline.

Our Opinion: LEO is becoming an easy target

This may worry Manchester United, but AC Milan are generally struggling. They have won only three league games from nine, going from a title challenger to a team that could clinch a Conference League place.

As is often the case, their best player receives the most criticism. The issues are big, as evidenced by the protests against Furlani and Redbird ownership. Max Allegri’s system is also failing to bring out the best from Leo, who finds himself deeper and forced to cover more distances.

A new report has revealed that some people inside the Pittsburgh Steelers organization think rookie quarterback Drew Elar is very similar to a certain Super Bowl-winning QB. And this is a good and bad thing.

While all signs point to the Steelers finally coming to terms on a new contract with future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers as their starting signal caller in 2026, the franchise did invest a draft pick at the position last month. With their selection in the third round (76th overall), Pittsburgh took Penn State QB Drew Elar.

Going in Round 3 shows how much talent the Steelers’ talent evaluators see in him, considering he only played six games last season after suffering an ankle injury. Well, on Saturday morning edition sports centerESPN’s Jeremy Fowler raised expectations high by making an intriguing revelation.

An NFL insider claimed that Allard “reminds one team executive of a young Joe Flacco.” Steelers decision-makers are very impressed with his size, smarts and his NFL-ready arm. The big strengths of his game are his in-the-moment decision-making and his footwork.

However, Fowler says many inside the organization believe new head coach Mike McCarthy is great at QB development and can get Elar to where he needs to be to become a starter one day.

Drew Elar’s comparison to Joe Flacco is both good and bad.

There are far worse players than Flacco. The quarterback has roamed the league for 18 seasons. Playing for six different teams. He has been on several playoff teams, and played a notable role in the Baltimore Ravens’ last Super Bowl victory in 2012. He also has a great arm, and that’s why he continues to get jobs in the NFL even at the age of 41.

But plenty of fans also know the less attractive parts of Flacco’s game. During his peak, he would almost certainly post double-digit interceptions every year and only twice threw 25 or more touchdowns in a season. Since 2018, he has become one of the league’s premier backups for good reason because even though he is a good starter in the short term, the warts in his game always show up eventually.

Comparing Drew Elar to Joe Flacco isn’t terrible. But for Steelers fans hoping that maybe he could be developed into a franchise QB, it might not be the best thing they’ve heard so far from the rookie QB.

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On Saturday night, the MMA world leaders return to Paramount+ for their latest mega event, UFC 328. The card inside New Jersey’s Prudential Center will feature 13 fights and a pair of championship matchups.

In the main event, middleweight king Khamzat Chimaev defends his title for the first time when he faces the challenge of former champion Sean Strickland. In the co-headlining, new UFC flyweight champion Joshua Vann takes on the challenge of top contender Tatsuro Taira.

Bookies will have a lot of bets for Saturday’s matches. But which has the best chance of a big payout? We look at six potential upsets at UFC 328 to waste your hard-earned money.

Jeremy Stephens defeats King Green

One bout that has Fight of the Night potential is the bout between MMA greybeards King Green and Jeremy Stephens. With both men turning 40 this year, they are far from their prime, and have a combined 39 losses on their cage fighting resumes. That means this fight is completely unpredictable and can go either way.

Green is a big favorite among bookmakers for good reason. Stephens has not won an MMA fight in four years, and Green is on a two-fight win streak. However, they both have a lot of fight on their chin. However, “Lil Heathen” still has reset-button power in his hands, which could be a problem for weak chins.

Green will outlast Stephens, but there is a huge risk of pressing the restart button.

Jim Miller defeated Jared Gordon

UFC 328 features a matchup of tri-state graybeards when 42-year-old Jim Miller takes on 37-year-old Jared Gordon. New York native Gordon is a solid favorite as his New Jersey opponent is trying to squeeze whatever is left out of his body as a professional athlete.

Miller’s win over Damon Jackson in 2024 shows he is still dangerous. And only eight of Gordon’s 21 wins being knockouts is another big plus for Miller’s aging chin. Although he may struggle in Round 1, hopefully Miller will ultimately use his wrestling and pull off an upset victory in front of his home state fans.

Roman Kopylov defeated Marco Tullio Silva

Roman Kopylov is a sleeper underdog to keep an eye on at UFC 328. He has lost his last two and faces a dangerous striker in Marco Tullio Silva, who had scored four consecutive KO wins before a surprise defeat in November. Also, Silva is four years younger.

However, the devil is in the details, and Kopylov’s defeat came against high-level competition in Gregory Rodriguez and Paulo Costa. The Russian is also a very skilled striker with legitimate knockout talent. Look for him to use it and get back in the win column on Saturday.

William Gomis defeated Pat Sabbatini

Talented wrestler Pat Sabbatini returns to action at UFC 328 on Saturday and is the heavy favorite against France’s William Gomis. We all know how Western European talent struggles with wrestlers and maybe that’s why the Americans are the favorites.

However, Sabbatini will turn 36 later this year, and age catches up quickly on fighters, especially in the lower weight classes. Gomis is a skilled striker and good athlete who will do enough to avoid takedowns and earn a decision victory in New Jersey.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta defeated Alexander Volkov

One of the bigger bouts at UFC 328 – in terms of relevance and sheer size – is the heavyweight bout between top contender Alexander Volkov and red-hot Dominican Waldo Cortes-Acosta. A case could be made that the winner should be next in line for a title fight if Tom Aspinall doesn’t yet have his sights set on a return in the fall.

Volkov’s height is always a big problem for his opponents and he knows how to use it well. However, Cortes-Acosta is a slight underdog as he has scored three consecutive KO wins and is a much better athlete than he looks. Volkov should win due to his length and experience, but we are seeing an upset due to “Salsa Boy’s” speed and athleticism advantages.

Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev

All eyes will be on Saturday’s main event bout between Strickland and Chimaev at UFC 328 as they present huge tests for each other. Can the American be the first to slow down and stop Chimaev’s wrestling attack? What will he do if “Borz” can’t wrestle to victory and has to go into the deep end of the pool with the guy who has the best gas tank in the division?

What’s interesting about this matchup is that they have trained together, so Strickland has a feel for Chimaev’s strengths and techniques. This is a huge benefit for him. Don’t be surprised if the former champion loses the first three rounds, but his gas tank and output turned the tide in the second half of the fight, and he ultimately overpowered Chimaev to score a shocking TKO victory in the fifth round.

Chimaev is a big favorite and should win, but there are some unique elements to this fight that make it a worthwhile risk to bet against him.

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On Saturday at UFC Perth, Jack Della Maddalena fell further down the UFC welterweight mountain after a heavy defeat to heavy-hitter Carlos Prates.

The Brazilian used his length and speed to fire powerful, accurate shots through the Australian guards. Outside of a round 1 takedown, Della Maddalena’s grappling was ineffective. Then in round 3, Prates landed some dangerous elbows, before a big leg kick took Della Maddalena down and lost by TKO at 3:17 of the third round.

Although this setback has pushed Dela Maddalena far out of the title picture, she is still a former UFC champion with a strong resume. Therefore, it is certain that he will face a big challenge in his next match. With that in mind, let’s look at four next battle options for JDM.

New UFC welterweight rankings: Carlos Prates defeats JDM in UFC Perth main event

Joaquin Buckley vs. Shawn Brady Winner

Next week, top 10 welterweights Joaquin Buckley and Sean Brady will face off on the main card of UFC 328. Any one of these former titles would be a suitable next fight for the list. A fierce battle between JDM and Buckley has the potential to be Fight of the Year. While a showdown with Brady could show once and for all that the 29-year-old’s victory over elite wrestler Belal Muhammad last year was no fluke.

Kamru Usman

After three consecutive losses, welterweight veteran Kamaru Usman scored an impressive victory against Joaquin Buckley last June. He has been on the sidelines since then as he next looks for a title fight against Islam Makhachev. This does not seem possible.

The future Hall of Famer wants fights that interest him. A fight between the two former champs could certainly bring Usman back into the Octagon in the autumn.

leon edwards

Fellow former 170-pound champion Leon Edwards is in a tough situation. After looking like a future welterweight legend in late 2023, the Englishman has lost three in a row, the last two coming at the hands of Brady and Prates. He desperately needs to win.

Yet his name value will not allow him to keep pace with rivals outside the top 10. This is why the plan could be for both Edwards vs. JDM. Additionally, if the bout was a Fight Night headliner in England, it could be the UFC’s last chance to squeeze any remaining name value out of Edwards.

gabriel bonfim

After a surprise defeat to Nicolas Dalby at the end of 2023, Gabriel Bonfim has caught fire. He has won four in a row, including a victory over division great Stephen Thompson last year. If he can defeat former champion Belal Muhammad in June, he deserves the next top-five caliber opponent, and Jack Della Maddalena could be his huckleberry.

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One notable NFL Draft expert believes the New York Giants could make a very questionable decision with their first pick in tonight’s event.

There is a lot of excitement surrounding the first draft of the John Harbaugh era for the Giants. With the No. 5 pick heading into this week’s event, the team has several directions it can go. In various mock drafts since the season ended, Big Blue has been linked to a boatload of five players, including Ohio State’s Caleb Downs and Notre Dame’s Jeremiah Love.

However, Thursday night got even more exciting for Giants fans last week when the team somehow managed to acquire the 10th overall pick from the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for disgruntled three-time Pro Bowler Dexter Lawrence. The G-Men now have two picks in the top 10, and there is new speculation over who they might take with that second selection.

One name that has come up frequently in recent conversations is Arizona State wide receiver, Jordan Tyson. A player who impressed in his open workout last week. Still, while some believe he could be the best receiver in this year’s class, he was projected to fall out of the top 15 for a few weeks due to injury concerns and declining issues last season.

Could the New York Giants use the No. 5 pick on Jordan Tyson?

But taking him 10th overall could still be a smart risk because of his high upside. However, during an appearance rich eisen show This week, ESPN draft expert Matt Miller suggested the Giants could use their pick five on Tyson when asked about a potential surprise in Round 1.

Miller said, “I think it would be surprising. Where the Giants get on the clock, and whether it’s you guys, or you know, Mel Kiper and those guys talking about it, and you’re running through all the options of these defensive players, and they call out Jordan Tyson.”

Tyson is a very talented player, but there are good reasons to be concerned about his durability at the next level. Selecting him at age 10 may be a reach, but a worthwhile risk. There’s no point in taking a player originally expected to go in the top five at pick 15 when Harbaugh and the front office have the luxury of picking again at 10.

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Estevao’s injury is not as bad as claimed chelsea The youngster is still expected to be fit for the World Cup this summer.

Journalist Eduardo Burgos Everyone has been urged to “take it easy” on the 18-year-old after reports today suggested the 18-year-old could be sidelined for a long period of time.

World Cup worries

Estevao suffered a hamstring injury during last weekend’s Premier League defeat to Manchester United.

Reports in England then said it was a grade four injury, ruling the Brazilian out of Chelsea for the remainder of the season. He also claimed that he is unlikely to play for Brazil in the World Cup this summer.

But Burgos wants to pour cold water on the situation. He emphasizes that everyone should “take a relaxed approach” about moving forward.

According to their information, Estevao will not play in Chelsea’s remaining matches. But he still has a good chance of making it to the World Cup. His recovery ahead of the tournament is now ‘absolute priority’.

He says in another tweet That a hamstring injury will keep Estevao out for ’20-30 days’. The forward is currently avoiding surgery.

Brazil is now in limbo and waiting to see what happens. His hope is to miss as many group stages as possible. GE Globo reports that Estevao is in talks with Chelsea Will have to return to Brazil for treatment. This will allow the Brazilian to remain in constant contact with the Blues regarding his situation.

chelsea in control

However, Chelsea will want to ensure that Estevao is not rushed into recovering from such an injury if he is to become Brazil’s poster boy this summer.

This is the fifth injury for this young player this season. While the age of two of them has been reduced due to illness, This is his second hamstring injuryAnd he also suffered a muscle injury in December.

He also had a hamstring injury which ruled him out for 19 days during his stay at Palmeiras. This should raise alarm bells, as he returned from a 25-day absence only last month. That was also his hamstring.

It would be foolish at least to recall him prematurely just for the World Cup. Especially when at the age of 18 he will have a lot of tournaments ahead of him.

Tottenham Hotspur’s Randal Kolo Muani could extend his stay in the Premier League liverpool.

Last summer, Tottenham signed the striker on loan from Paris Saint-Germain with no purchase clause.

Liverpool have set their sights on the 27-year-old despite poor performances with Tottenham.

The France international has five goals and four assists in 36 appearances for the North London club.

His Premier League statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 25
• Start: 17
• Total minutes: 1,382
• Minutes per game: 55
• Target: 1
• Help: 1
• Expected target: 1.89
• Expected Support: 1,49
• Big chances made: 1
• Big chances missed: 6

Liverpool keen on Tottenham player

Arne Slott’s team have joined the pursuit of Randal Kolo Muani ahead of the summer. is according to calciomercato.itWho cover the latest on Liverpool.

The 27-year-old will leave Tottenham Hotspur and return to PSG after this season. He no longer has a future under Luis Enrique with the Ligue 1 winners and will be on the move again.

Kolo Muani spent the second half of last season on loan at Juventus. He wanted to return last summer, but could not reach an agreement with Serie A side PSG. The Old Lady wants to make another attempt after this season.

Liverpool have entered the race, and will be ‘willing to accelerate’ their efforts to secure his services. This is ‘bad news’ for the Italian club.

Should the Anfield club get his signature, it would be a blow to Luciano Spalletti’s team and their fans, who have been dreaming of his return.

Liverpool star Hugo Akitié suffered a serious injury during last week’s Champions League defeat to PSG.

Akitike will be on the sidelines for a long time and this will force the slot team to sign a new striker. It remains to be seen whether he will be a Tottenham player or another number 9.

Contract, price and agent information

Randal Kolo Muani’s contract with PSG expires in 2028. transfer market He is valued at €22m and had a high of €80m in June 2023. Agent Moussa Sissoko is representing the Tottenham Hotspur player.

Earlier this month, Sport Witness broadcast news The Frenchman is looking for a permanent transfer in the summer.

If Liverpool are really keen, there should be no problem for them to persuade PSG with an offer.

armory Defeated Sporting in the last eight and secured a place in the Champions League semi-finals.

The Gunners won the first leg 1-0 in Portugal and the return leg at the Emirates ended in a goalless draw on Wednesday. That meant Kai Havertz’s goal last week proved to be the difference between the two sides.

Martin Zubimendi played the full 90 minutes in both legs against the Lions. He has been a regular under Mikel Arteta since joining the Gunners from Real Sociedad in July 2025, playing 3,842 minutes in 48 matches.

His Premier League statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 32
• Start: 31
• Total minutes: 2,680
• Minutes per game: 84

Before his move to the north London club, there were reports of interest from Real Madrid. Last October, he refused to discuss The La Liga giants said he has “tried everything” to join Arsenal.

Real Madrid link follow Arsenal star

After yesterday’s match, Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi spoke to Cadena Ser’s El Larguero and uncheck Has released his comments.

There have been no concrete claims of Real Madrid’s interest in the 27-year-old recently, but that hasn’t stopped them from being asked about it.

Responding to that he said: “I don’t have any answers, but I’m not paying much attention to them all. I guess it’s in the past, and I have other things on my mind. It’s not a bad thing.”

Mikel Arteta’s side will face Atletico Madrid, who defeated Barcelona, ​​in the Champions League semi-finals.

Upon facing Diego Simeone’s side, Zubimendi explained: “I know them well already, and this weekend they have a match against Real Sociedad, so we’ll see how it goes. Anyway, I think they are in very good form, with a lot of confidence and emotion, as is typical of Atlético de Madrid. We already know them from the group stage, but this will be different.”

The midfielder on the Gunners’ recent struggles

Arsenal have won one of their last five matches in all competitions. In the same period, the Gunners lost to Manchester City in the EFL Cup final and were knocked out of the FA Cup by Southampton. This includes the league defeat to AFC Bournemouth last weekend.

Mikel Arteta top the table, six points behind second-placed Manchester City, who have a game in hand.

Martin Zubimendi also spoke to reporters in the mixed area infobae Has released his comments.

On the Premier League’s three recent defeats, he said: “It’s been tough, for the team and for me personally. We have games every three days. When you’re injured, you have to recover quickly, and today [against Sporting] There is proof of this.”

Arsenal’s remaining matches this season

The Gunners have six league matches and at least two more in the Champions League this season.

Their fixture list is as follows:

• vs manchester city [away] on 19th April
• v newcastle [home] on 25th April
• atlético madrid [away] on 29th April
• in fulham [home] on 2 may
• atlético madrid [home] on 5 may
• vs west ham [away] on 10th may
• v burnley [home] tbd
• v Crystal Palace on 24 May

🇧🇷 Exclusive: Arsenal tracking Lucca Marques

⭐️ 18-year-old’s rapid growth draws attention
⚽️ Youngest player to score in Copa Libertadores in Sao Paulo history
🇩🇪 Borussia Dortmund also interested
➡️The Gunners can make a formal offer in the summerhttps://t.co/u7LuPMgUyJ #afc #bvb

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 3 April 2026

Xavi Simmons didn’t just leave Tottenham Hotspur Last Summer; He arrived in London convinced that he was going to rule there.

With a €65m transfer, following a battle with Chelsea, and a determination to prove himself in the Premier League, he became convinced he could become “the next king of North London”.

Or at least, that’s what the ad campaign with PUMA says. Instead, it has been a disastrous season for him and Tottenham.

And now the Leipzig edition of BILD wants to stick the knife.

German media is not kind

The German newspaper’s report on the Tottenham forward today is not kind. there are german outlets openly celebrating their downfallPortraying Xavi Simmons as a future superstar who has completely misjudged his own rise.

They point out that instead of the coronation, Simmons is now sweating over possible expulsion from the Premier League.

Tottenham’s defeat to Sunderland on Sunday left them in the bottom three. West Ham, in 17^thNow two points are clear. Nottingham Forest have three forwards in the 16^th And Leeds United are now six out of 15^th.

The added blow to Simmons in all this is that Sunderland’s goalscorer was former RB Leipzig player, Nordy Mukiele. He is currently ahead of them by 16 points out of 10.^th.

Flirting with Barcelona

Simmons, once touted as Leipzig’s next great export, now looks like a player who has stumbled into a disaster he never saw coming. He has six games left to save Tottenham.

Bild doubts he will be able to manage it.

According to their information, the 22-year-old has already begun efforts for a return to Barcelona. But BILD makes fun of that idea too? Would Barcelona also want him back? At the moment, the Catalans are more interested in players who are not battling relegation from the Premier League.

He says it is ‘doubtful’ whether Hansi Flick and Co. ‘will have any use for them’. This is a sign of how far he has fallen.

This is a serious situation for a forward who did not expect to be in this situation. Back in Germany, they are clearly enjoying this fact.

🇩🇰 Thomas Frank | Danish confusion at lack of words

➡️Tottenham will not deny or confirm the silence clause
➡️Only the agent will say that the manager is resting with his family.https://t.co/Jm3iM7Soj5 #thfc #joyce

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 15 April 2026

Most people assume the NBA will do something to stop the massive tanking going on at the bottom of the standings. However, a new report suggests there isn’t much traction in the league for potential reforms.

Tanking is nothing new in the NBA. However, the 2026 NBA Draft is projected to be one of the best prospect classes in years, with nearly a dozen teams fully embracing the strategy in the final two minutes of the season. It’s gotten to the point where teams like the Utah Jazz have even inserted healthy impact players in the fourth quarter to ensure a loss.

This has disappointed NBA fans and infuriated Commissioner Adam Silver. Now, preventing the 2026 fight from happening in future seasons is a top priority for the governors, and late last month, ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed three ideas to be presented at the next governors meeting in an effort to end the practice.

All three proposals expand the lottery to 18 teams and level the NBA lottery odds to varying degrees, and include other elements. Nevertheless, the trio of ideas is not gaining popularity in the game. “None of them have been embraced very warmly around the league,” sources told ESPN’s Anthony Slater.

General Manager explains why tanking works, even though it’s ugly

Slater’s new report details the current tanking drama and shows why many people associated with the idea hate the practice. This also includes coaches and players who want to improve their value before entering NBA free agency. However, while this practice is an ugly one, there are many around the game who feel it is a working formula, including one Western Conference general manager.

“These teams are doing a whole lot of work: sitting guys on fourth down, playing bad lineups analytically, setting up plays for bad shots,” the West GM told Slater. “Creativity is impressive, and I don’t blame them. It’s the best strategy for getting better.”

“Look at all the most promising teams in the league: the Oklahoma City Thunder, the San Antonio Spurs, the Detroit Pistons, the Houston Rockets, the Charlotte Hornets. After years of being bad and building on high picks. It’s painful but worthwhile.”

For NBA fans and those inside the league who hate the growing practice of tanking, it certainly doesn’t seem like there’s much momentum behind making serious improvements any time soon.

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The Chicago Bears made some stealth-solid moves in the offseason, but ultimately took L off the field. They lost a key piece of the front office when Ian Cunningham applied for the Atlanta Falcons GM job, and now the comp pick they’re counting on? Yep… looks like there’s no action to be taken.

Chicago was hoping the NFL would give them a compensatory pick after Cunningham opted out. However, since Matt Ryan is running the show as president of football ops in Atlanta, Cunningham does not technically hold the role of top football authority.

The NFL has just made it official. No compensatory selection. Case closed. According to ESPN’s Courtney Cronin on X, the league told Chicago that their appeal did not remove the chains: Cunningham’s opting out is not eligible for the draft comp, and this is the final whistle on that debate.

The Bears tried to make the case that Ian Cunningham’s move into the GM role with the Falcons should count, but the league was not convinced. Even though Cunningham took over GM duties and showed up in the annual GM photo, the NFL said it was not enough to meet the criteria.

Chicago reportedly played hard even after the league withdrew its 2026 draft order in March (with zero comp picks for them), but the replay didn’t go their way. Now, they head into the 2026 NFL Draft with their original seven picks. Headlined by the No. 25 overall pick and a pair of second-rounders.

No bonus selection. No dole. He was disposed of with just that hand. And now it’s up to the Bears front office to make every snap count heading into draft weekend.

Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe fans will ever see a third fight between Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz.

Speaking with MMA Junkie, Sonnen assessed the current status of one of MMA’s most anticipated trilogies for nearly a decade and concluded that the rubber match is never going to be possible due to the circumstances surrounding both fighters.

The talks follow Diaz’s recent revelation that he was in talks with the UFC about a return, with a trilogy fight against McGregor being the centerpiece of those discussions. Diaz passed up the opportunity, saying he wanted to fight Charles Oliveira for the BMF title instead, and eventually accepted a fight against Mike Perry on May 16 on Netflix.

Diaz said that his reason for leaving McGregor was that he only wanted a trilogy when both men were moving forward, not when one of them was on the way out.

Chael Sonnen says Nate Diaz isn’t cheating

Sonnen said, “Nate Diaz lives by a code, and you won’t be able to escape it.” “You won’t bribe him, you won’t pressure him. He lives by a code. It just gets complicated, but that’s not his negotiating strategy. He’s serious when he says, ‘I don’t want to fight Conor, Conor has been out for five years, and by the way, he’s got a leg injury. Let him come back, get a win and then I’ll come in.’

He said, “He wants to fight Charles Oliveira. Nobody wants to fight Charles Oliveira. Nate is serious.” “And it’s not just about Charles. It’s not just a jiu-jitsu fight. It’s the belt that escaped him. That BMF belt means something to him, and Charles is the guy to wear it. Nate is honest. Could he lose that fight to Mike Perry? Could the UFC lose interest in him over time? Of course. But that’s not going to change Nate’s mind.”

Diaz and McGregor split their two-fight series in 2016, with Diaz handing McGregor his first UFC defeat at UFC 196, before losing the rematch via majority decision at UFC 202. The unresolved nature of that rivalry has kept speculation about a third fight alive for the better part of a decade, but both men’s timelines are pulling in opposite directions.

Chael Sonnen predicts Conor McGregor has one UFC fight left

On the McGregor side of the equation, there is momentum building behind a return fight at UFC 329 in Las Vegas on July 11, which will take place almost exactly five years after he last competed against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 and suffered a broken leg.

Max Holloway has emerged as a potential opponent for that return. McGregor currently has two fights remaining on his deal, barring a new contract, putting him on a timeline that may not align with Diaz’s leadership. Sonnen thinks McGregor has a limited runway left, no matter what he says publicly.

“My guess on Conor is we’re going to get him another one, and I think we can really enjoy it,” Sonnen said. “Now, if you talk to Conor, and I did, you’ll get him at least three more times. He’ll make some fights and box. I think we’re going to get Conor for one more fight. I think we’ll probably miss the trilogy. Sadly.”

Francis Ngannou believes Alex Pereira faces one of the toughest stylistic challenges of his career against Cyril Gane in June.

Speaking with TMZ, Ngannou offered his opinion on the upcoming interim UFC heavyweight title fight between Pereira and Gane at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14 in Washington, DC, and based on his firsthand experience facing the Frenchman, explained why he sees the matchup favoring Gane.

Pereira is attempting to become the first three-division UFC champion, having previously held titles at light heavyweight and middleweight. Before setting his sights on heavyweight gold, he defeated Magomed Ankalev in his most recent fight to capture second place at 205 pounds. A victory over Gane would cement his place as one of the most accomplished fighters in UFC history.

However, Ngannou thinks the road to reach that milestone won’t be very easy. In his last UFC appearance four years ago, Ngannou defeated Gane via unanimous decision to retain the heavyweight title, but he had to rely heavily on his wrestling after struggling to solve Gane’s footwork and technical striking in the early rounds. He expects Perera to face the same problems.

Could Cyril Gane’s distance game become a problem for Alex Pereira?

“It’s going to be an interesting fight. Alex Pereira is big; he’s a heavyweight,” Ngannou said. “Gane moves a lot; he’s faster. Pereira will be more hard-nosed, steady and strong, solid. Cyril will be faster, moving around. He’s good at that. It will be very difficult for Alex Pereira to figure out what he can do, just get to distance, which Cyril will manage very well. Gane will frustrate him. I think it’s a very good matchup for Cyril Gane.”

The main difference between Ngannou’s position and Pereira’s position is that Ngannou struggled when his striking failed to close the distance against the gain. Pereira, a former kickboxing world champion whose game is built almost entirely around his striking, doesn’t have the same option. If he cannot find a way to get within the limit, the path to the end becomes more difficult.

Gain’s durability has made that task more difficult. The French former interim heavyweight champion has only finished inside the distance once in his career, when Jon Jones submitted him at UFC 285 three years ago. Neither fighter ever stopped Gane with a strike. If Pereira is to make history on the White House lawn, he will have to accomplish something that no one in MMA has yet accomplished against one of the division’s most technically sophisticated competitors.

Stel Solbakken says Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard is progressing but the manager is unsure of his return date.

The 27-year-old was substituted off the bench in Arsenal’s 4–1 win over Tottenham Hotspur on 22 February.

He has since been sidelined with a knee injury and Solbakken had to leave the Arsenal star out of his squad for this international break.

Earlier this month, Sport Witness Covered Claims From Norway that his condition is causing concern for the national team. The World Cup is approaching and now is the time to start worrying.

The former Real Madrid player has often struggled with injuries this season. This caused him to miss matches not only for the Gunners but also for his country. He has not appeared for Norway since September.

last week, the manager said Odegaard is clearly not happy with his injury situation.

Arsenal players are making progress

daily newspaper Ståle Solbakken was contacted again for an update on Martin Odegaard’s progress after his recovery from the shock.

The national team boss confirmed that he has connected with the player via SMS and is sharing the current status of his recovery.

“I haven’t talked to him. But we’ve texted a little bit. The most important thing is that he’s making progress.” He said.

Ahead of the international break, Mikel Arteta said the Norway international should return to the field in a few weeks.

The newspaper has now asked the manager exclusively if the Arsenal man could return after Easter [April 5th].

Responding to that, Solbakken explained: “When he’ll be ready, I don’t know. But it’s good progress.”

Meanwhile, Crystal Palace striker Jorgen Strand Larsson hopes Odegaard will be in top shape for the World Cup.

“Definitely, we should have kept him here. Like everyone, he knows his body best. There’s a lot going on about his injury situation. We need to prepare him for the World Cup. He’s probably using the time well to get ready for it,” He added.

Norway fixtures and results for the March international break

• 2–1 defeat to Netherlands on 27 March
• Friendly vs Switzerland on 31 March

Martin Odegaard’s situation is certainly worrying for both his club and country. Mikel Arteta can only hope for his quick return to help Arsenal in their title challenge.

If that were the case, it would help him enjoy minutes, which could also benefit Norway for the World Cup.

It seems that hunger and a tough slice of steak cost WWE fans the chance to see the unexpected alliance between bitter rivals Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels.

During the 2000s, there was very little light for WWE. However, one of the best spots was the rivalry between Jericho and Michaels. Its first peak came with a match at WrestleMania 19 which was later won, but then he received a low blow from his opponent. Then, when Jericho won the World Heavyweight Title in 2008.

The pair of current and future Hall of Famers created magic together. Be it a war of words or in the ring. Without a doubt, they were some of each other’s greatest rivals during their legendary careers. However, a few years later, Jericho actually advocated for hated enemies to become allies to solve a shared problem.

“The idea was a storyline involving Bray Wyatt and Shawn Michaels,” Jericho told Game Hub. “The premise was that the Wyatt Family would attack me, and the only person I could call that was crazy enough to have my back was Shawn — even after our rivalry.

“He comes back to confront me, and just as we were about to go at him, the Wyatt Family attacks both of us. Now you don’t know if Shawn was going to accept my offer or not, but he’s in it,” he said. “With the SummerSlam match in mind, it would be Jericho and HBK against The Wyatt Family. That was a really solid pitch.”

Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels never teamed up because of bad steaks?

This idea sounds like fun and would definitely benefit the Wyatt Family as they look to establish themselves on the main roster. However, the idea was turned down by then-WWE boss Vince McMahon. Jericho claims that the pitch failed because he spoke to the company’s founder at the worst possible time. during lunch.

Jericho claimed, “When Vince is eating, he’s not paying attention to anything else.” “…Vince was sitting there eating his steak, and when I finished, he said, ‘Bad cow.’ I said, ‘What?’ He says, ‘Bad cow – the steak is tough.’ I said, what do you think about my pitch?

“He says, ‘What else do you have?’ The steak destroyed the entire angle. But that’s the nature of working for Vince – if he doesn’t like it, you’re done. To some extent, it is the same with Tony. You have to please your boss.”

So Hunger and a “Bad Guy” ended the chance for WWE fans to see Jericho and Michaels unite against the Wyatt Family.

After earning a journalism degree in 2017, Jason Burgos worked as a contributor to several sites, including MMA Sacca… More about Jason Burgos

A new report about a potential Kansas City Chiefs NFL Draft target is bad news for fans hoping for the return of longtime team great Tyreek Hill.

The Chiefs did not want to lose Hill after the 2021 season. After making him the 165th pick in the 2016 draft, the speedster developed into one of the most dangerous wide receivers in the NFL. And during his six seasons in Kansas City, Hill was a Pro Bowler every year and posted four seasons with over 1,000 yards receiving.

However, with great success also comes big paydays, and having the highest-paid pass catcher in the game did not help the team’s roster construction. So they decided to send him to the Miami Dolphins ahead of the 2022 season for an impressive return of five draft picks, including a first-rounder.

Still, the Chiefs’ passing attack has never been the same since Hill left. That’s why, when he was cut by the Dolphins this offseason, many longtime KC fans expected the return of the greatest receiver in team history. But a new report on Wednesday suggests the franchise could be looking for a WR1 in the draft.

Kansas City Chiefs meet Carnell Tate

Top wide receiver prospect Carnell Tate has upcoming meetings scheduled with the Tennessee Titans, New Orleans Saints, Washington Commanders, New York Giants and Kansas City Chiefs, ESPN’s Daniel Oyefusi reported Wednesday.

The Chiefs have the ninth overall pick in April, and there’s a real possibility they land the Ohio State pass catcher. The junior had a breakout year in 2025 as he had 51 catches for 875 yards and nine touchdowns. For many draft experts, he is the best player at his position in 2026.

If the Chiefs select Tate next month, it would be highly unlikely they would sign Hill in NFL free agency.

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The Sacramento Kings fielded such a depleted roster on Tuesday night, and against an up-and-coming Charlotte Hornets team that is exceptionally impressive in wins, it was simply a one-way ticket to demolition. Although they kept it a little closer in the first quarter of the game, the Kings lost the final 36 minutes of play as they fell behind by 25 points en route to a 134–90 loss to the Hornets.

While the Kings have no incentive to win these days considering they’re prioritizing getting better lottery odds, a 44-point loss in the NBA is never something to swallow easily. And it appears the team’s social media manager is almost completely satisfied with the Kings’ loss.

It got to the point where he didn’t even bother to include the final score on his tweet signaling the end of their Tuesday night contest against the Hornets, instead urging fans to check the box score on the NBA’s official website.

“FINAL: Check out NBA.com,” the Kings’ tweet read.

Tanking kings get devastated by injuries

At this point, the Kings aren’t even tanking intentionally. For starters, the injury bug hasn’t been kind to him at all. They are missing key players like Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray and Zach LaVine, while players like Russell Westbrook and Nick Clifford were also out on Tuesday. Even Killian Hayes, who had been a recent starter, was absent against the Hornets.

The Kings certainly lucked out in a promising lottery position, as they had no intention of tanking before the start of the season. But the chips have fallen into place for them this way, and they’re making the most of it. Only time will tell if this painful loss will be worthwhile for the Kings.

Lorenzo Lucca has not played for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League for several weeks. He scored on his debut against Leeds United but things have not gone according to plan since.

There was a mystery surrounding his absence earlier this month. sports witness Covered that his absence was due to an ankle injury. He went to Italy to assess the situation, with the issue ruling him out for a few games.

He immediately returned to action last week against Midtjylland, playing the full 120 minutes. Despite this, he was left out of the squad against Tottenham at the weekend.

Nottingham Forest won easily 3–0, appearing to spare the striker at all.

The situation now appears worrying for many in Italy arianapoli Covering the former Pisa player.

Difficulties are increasing for Lucca

The outlet believes the boycott against Spurs was ‘difficult’ for Napoli. This is now being described as the most critical part of Lucca’s career, which was derailed in Naples.

The Italian champions put a purchase option on the loan at Nottingham Forest and were hoping things would turn around. In fact, they have moved further south and Lucca has fallen out of Vitor Pereira’s plans.

It is also used in England to highlight the difficulties in adapting to life. Those struggles are not only physical but also mental, even if the 25-year-old has been away from Italy for some time in the past. All this has been presented as ‘bad news’ for Napoli’s chances of selling him.

A return from Nottingham Forest looks likely

sports witness Has covered claims in Italy that have questioned Lucca’s attitude and work ethic. This was always in doubt even at Napoli, where Antonio Conte always wanted players to perform more physically.

With all this in mind, the Italian press is no surprise at how things are going.

Any player reaching England in January may face difficulties in settling there. If Nottingham Forest had signed Lucca in the summer, it would have been easier for the player.

Now, getting his career back at another club next season is the most logical option for the player.

Leeds United’s Maximilian Wobber has been on loan at Werder Bremen since July and the temporary move has been a disaster.

The Austrian international made his debut for the Bundesliga team in a 1–0 defeat to Arminia Bielefeld in the DFB-Pokal in August.

He suffered an injury in the same clash and was replaced by Olivier Damon in the 79th minute.

He had to stay away from the field for 111 days due to a hamstring injury. The defender regained full fitness in December and took part in a friendly against FC St. Pauli this year.

The 28-year-old played for 45 minutes and suffered a fresh setback. He has since been on the sidelines with a calf injury, limiting him to just one appearance this season.

In short, the centre-back, who can also operate as a left-back, has not yet been featured in the Bundesliga for Werder Bremen.

wobber has recently been revealed His injury is more serious than he initially thought. He also said that he is hoping to play five to six league matches this season after this month’s international break.

“Hopefully, after the international break, I will have at least five or six games where I can give my all for the club,” He said.

Concern over fitness of Leeds United player

Monday edition of image Relays these comments and provides his opinion on the Whites defender.

‘The personnel situation at Werder Bremen remains tense’ due to several long-term injured players. This also includes Wobber, who has not performed competitively for eight months and will not return to the field any time soon.

Earlier this month, the German club’s manager, Daniel Thioune, said they would not be in a rush to get him back.

Thioune explained: “We have to be patient and give it time. So, there is no exact forecast.”

Wobber recently traveled to London to meet a specialist, and was expected to regain fitness after the international break.

However, the Leeds United-owned player will not be fit enough to take the field straight away due to a lack of match practice. Therefore, Bild suggest that he will never be able to work for Werder Bremen again. His season may be over, and then the string of matches he is expecting may seem unrealistic.

Werder are four points above the relegation zone and it is unclear whether Thioune will risk giving minutes to Wobber.

Situation worrying for Daniel Farke’s side

Werder Bremen is unlikely to exercise the purchase option. Therefore, the Austrian will have to return to Elland Road, where he is under contract until 2027.

If Daniel Farke wants to leave him out of his plans next season, Leeds United will have to sell him to avoid losing him on a free.

transfer market The value is €4 million, but his injury situation could force Leeds United to sell him at a lower price.

OKLAHOMA CITY – Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch had some words for the officials after Sunday’s 116-103 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. After Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards was cleared to play in a matinee on the road, Minnesota trailed in the final frame, where the Thunder outscored their opponent 36–27.

In the second half, the Thunder took a two-point lead amid a tough contest. Then, Edwards fouled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on a 3-point play, turning Oklahoma City’s 13-point lead into a 16-point lead. According to Thunder Wire’s Clemente Almanza, he said, Finch did not back down from his complaint with the officials related to Edwards’ serious foul on Gilgeous-Alexander.

“The first one was probably a foul. What was unfortunate was they called a little grab on the inbounds play. It’s going on all over the place,” Finch said. “I still maintain that he doesn’t get as much respect defensively as he should. If you watch his guys play defense, they get caught a lot, which is OK. That’s part of the game. Then, you call him out – take him straight out of the game – that was tough for us.”

A reporter’s follow-up question focused on Isaiah Hartenstein, who returned to the Thunder’s lineup from a calf injury, and the starting center’s impact from the top of the key, where he did his damage passing and setting screens.

“We fell behind them a little bit,” Finch said. “Back then, we weren’t in a position to make emergency assists, you know. Had to struggle through those screens. We know he’s a playmaker. That’s what he does. Thought some of them were highly questionable whether they were legal or not, it didn’t matter. Got to struggle and you had to miss them.”

Edwards, who spent time in front of Gilgeous-Alexander all day, finished with 19 points on 6-for-17 shooting, including 2 of 5 from deep, six rebounds, five assists, a block and a steal against the Thunder.

Julius Randle, Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves fall short

While the final score between the Thunder and Timberwolves showed a 13-point difference, this Western Conference Finals matchup was much more competitive than the scores indicated. Anthony Edwards had a valiant all-around effort on both ends of the floor in the 127-117 win after his 40-point game. Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch just wants his team not to fall behind.

However, the Thunder showed their depth around All-Stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (20 points) and Chet Holmgren (21 points), who combined to score 41 points, while Isaiah Joe scored 20 of the Thunder’s 61 points off the bench. Alex Caruso added 17 points, and Jared McCain connected on five 3-pointers.

The Denver Nuggets lost a tough game against the Los Angeles Lakers in overtime, but it feels like some things should have been different at the end of regulation. Austin Reaves went to the free-throw line a few times with a few seconds remaining in the game, but the first time he went, Spencer Jones drew the foul.

The next day, the last-two-minute report said Reeves was not to get to the free-throw line.

ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, formerly of the

This would have changed a lot for the Nuggets and could have given them a chance to increase their lead. Instead, Reeves sank both free throws, and went to the line again after being fouled. That miss allowed him to get the ball back and shoot the floater, tying the game and sending it into overtime.

The Nuggets lost the game with a Luka Doncic game-winner, and now they do not have a tiebreaker against the Lakers. This makes a lot of sense at the position, especially since everyone in the Western Conference is tight.

The Nuggets still have plenty of time to make up some ground, but they need to start piling up wins before other teams overtake them.

Plus, no matter where the Nuggets finish, they will be a tough matchup for anyone because of Nikola Jokic’s strength and his dominance.

Werder Bremen are highly unlikely to sign Leeds United defender Isaac Schmidt on a permanent deal this summer. The Bundesliga club are cooling on their €3m purchase option after a disappointing loan spell.

BILD has comments from Werder director Clemens Fritz today In an article covering the 26-year-old’s disappointing season in Germany.

Schmidt joined the Bundesliga club on loan from Leeds in the summer. They struggled to make a deal for the full back and eventually secured a deal with ‘favorable terms’.

He was considered an ‘exciting back up’ for the club but the match was not a success. Despite significant personnel problems at left-back, Schmidt failed to secure a starting place under Daniel Thiouane’s former coach Horst Stephan.

January signing makes Schmidt third choice

Now his condition has become much worse. Olivier Damon arrived in the January transfer window and moved ahead of Schmidt, leaving him third in the pecking order.

As a result the likelihood of the vendor exercising its €3m purchase option is ‘decreasing’. Fritz has hinted at ‘playing for time’ when asked about Schmidt’s future.

“It is too early to say if and how things will continue into the summer,” He said.

“We value Isaac highly for his versatility. His intensity and tenacity give every coach a good feeling.”

The expectation is that the Leeds lender may experience growth of late. This has already been achieved by fellow loan teammate Cameron Puertas, who has gone from benchwarmer to the starting 11.

Replacement is in line for Leeds United player

However, the future is not looking bright. Werder Bremen in particular are already considering options. According to BILD, he has already sent a ‘ready-to-sign’ offer to Hertha Berlin’s Michael Carbonik. He would be the logical successor to the Leeds United man.

Schmidt’s poor performance continued in a disappointing year. He joined them in search of playing time after managing only 71 minutes for Leeds in the Championship the previous season. His total playing time was 251 minutes which included two appearances in the FA Cup.

This season, that number is 523 minutes in 15 appearances, but it is a far cry from what he or Werder were expecting. In fact, he has indicated that he wants the move to be made permanent.

Werder Bremen are already looking for options at left-back, with Leeds United now planning the return of Isaac Schmidt in the summer. That is until the late Renaissance changed his position in Germany.

PHOENIX- There have been a few instances this season where the Phoenix Suns have been outplayed. Another example came Thursday against the Chicago Bulls.

Although 105–103 indicated a close game, don’t let the score fool you. Even for a guy like Devin Booker, he knew his team didn’t bring the right energy.

Typically, they dive for 50/50 balls, pick up full court, and establish the pace of the game. Thursday’s game was a deviation from his norm, yet Booker sees a silver lining with the struggles in the energy department.

Booker said in the locker room postgame, “That’s been our MO all year. We look at what happens when we do that, and tonight is an example of what happens when we don’t do that. Hopefully, it’s a lesson learned from here.”

Devin Booker on the Suns’ lack of energy tonight.

“That’s been our MO all year. We see what happens when we do that, and tonight was an example of what happens when we don’t do that. Hopefully it’ll be a lesson learned from here.” pic.twitter.com/oBmstJqQl0

– Hayden Cilley (@HaydenCilley) 6 March 2026

The shorthanded Bulls did not get any wins in February, but they picked up some impressive wins in early March. They proceeded with the same momentum till Thursday and took full advantage.

His play speed and paint presence were difference makers. Guys like Collin Sexton and Guerschon Yabusele put tremendous pressure on the basket and worked hard for second chances.

Who else agreed with Devin Booker’s assessment of the Sun’s energy?

Head coach Jordan Ott has been someone who has never been afraid to hold his team accountable. After all, Ott had a challenge of accountability for the Suns before last Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Did he do the same after the loss to the Bulls? Not necessarily, but he mentioned a game strategy he used to stir up some energy. He mentions that he attacked because he needed energy, and it’s something he shouldn’t have asked for.

Somehow, Ott knows that the root of all these conversations about lack of effort is the same.

“We do it honestly,” Ott explained. “We took the first out, again, we had zero (forced) turnovers. The reason I know we had zero (forced) turnovers is because I said it to the group. Then at halftime we just talked about wasting possessions.

“We can’t waste possessions, we’re not that type of team, and we have to somehow increase our activity and energy. So we’re looking. We’re looking for different lineups, different guys.”

Luckily for the Suns, their next game will be on Friday as the second leg of a back-to-back. That will give them minimal time to reflect on Thursday’s surprising loss and hopefully use it as a learning lesson, as Booker said.

DeMar DeRozan is the definition of a true professional in the NBA. Although things have not been going well for the Sacramento Kings this season, DeRozan’s demeanor is unchanged, and he continues to play late in the 2025-26 season as if it was the first game of the year.

At this point, many veterans like him would have wasted the season and called it quits, especially as players like him, 36 and older, want to preserve any time they have left on the hardwood. Although DeRozan clearly believes this is a lost season in Sacramento, he is not one to leave in the middle of the year.

He has always held himself to a high standard, and the six-time All-Star recently admitted that he cherishes every minute he spends on the court because you never know when it will be your last moment to put on your uniform or put on your shoes.

“Yeah, I mean everybody’s got to find their happiness, whatever way it is. For me, you know, you can’t take these moments for granted,” DeRozan told reporters on Wednesday, via Sactown Sports 1140.

“So for me, just the ability to go out there and play, to be able to get the opportunity, you know, for me, that’s what keeps me going, keeps my happiness out there because you never know.”

DeRozan will turn 37 in August, making him one of the league’s oldest active players, joining LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. As he enters the final few seasons of his career, DeRozan clearly wants to win and compete at the highest level, but playing for the Kings has allowed him to embrace this stage of his career.

Retirement is around the corner for DeRozan, which is why, whether it’s for the Kings or another team moving forward, he’ll be continuing to bring the same work ethic and positive attitude to being able to play the game he loves.

“I’m closer to the end more than anything. For me, I want to enjoy every single moment of playing basketball.”

Playing in all 63 of the Kings’ games so far on the season, DeRozan has averaged 18.2 points, 3.9 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game, while shooting 49.0 percent from the floor. He recently passed Paul Pierce to move to No. 23 on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, and he will temporarily surpass Stephen Curry at No. 22 in his next game as Steph is currently out with an injury.

By the end of the season, DeRozan, who has 26,439 career points, could move into the top 20 of the all-time scoring list, surpassing George Gervin (26,595). Every player in the top 40 of this historical list is either a Hall of Famer or will be a Hall of Famer, which is why DeRozan’s chances of being immortalized in Springfield when the time comes look good.

So, how many years does DeRozan have left? Only he knows the answer to that, but that won’t stop him from going on the court every day and playing to the best of his ability, finding joy in both wins and losses, until his career is over.

Zane Sellar’s loan from QPR to Fortuna Düsseldorf is turning into a farce.

The Championship club sent the 26-year-old to Germany last summer with the hope of turning it into a permanent deal.

Ahead of the winter market, Fortuna Düsseldorf explored the possibility of sending the 26-year-old return to qprDecided the player was not for them.

That approach was rejected, with the London club hoping to improve the debt.

Unfortunately, the opposite has happened. During the season, Sailor has played nearly 400 minutes in 15 games. This resulted in zero goal contribution.

Now he is facing problems in training also.

QPR player got into a fight with teammates

Fortuna Düsseldorf had a training match on Monday, and the QPR player was not looking in a good mood. His performance was well below the expected standard, although it appears his attitude was the greater cause for concern.

The German newspaper Rhinesche Post states: ‘QPR Looney played a poor pass, didn’t hold the ball and had a selfish shot on goal, but most of his shots went wide. His behavior in the training match angered his teammates. His team was disappointingly behind, but at least everyone else fought back and tried to limit the damage. The seller showed little interest in it. He barely defended, remained indifferent and selfish, which clearly frustrated many teammates.’

Vice-captain Tim Oberdorf reprimanded Sailor, resulting in a ‘verbal explosion’ From QPR player.

Manager sends public message

Manager Marcus Beginning told the newspaper: “It’s a difficult situation for Zain. He came here to play a lot. He’s doing less of that now. He hasn’t used the playing time given to him in a way that deserves the spotlight. My job is to show him a mirror and make it clear that he’s not doing himself any favors. Emotions have to go somewhere. That’s OK. He just shouldn’t hurt the team.”

There have also been talks about internal action, however, no decision has been taken yet. What this will look like is unclear, although there are clearly concerns his attitude will cause widespread damage.

Added Start: “If that had happened, we would have had to intervene. That hasn’t happened so far. It’s OK that players sometimes discuss amongst themselves. I come from a time when things were very different. I’m happy that they exchange ideas and someone actually speaks.

“Maybe the player doesn’t even know what he’s doing at the time. I’m happy to see things coming from within the team and that helps them sort things out on their own. If it starts going in the wrong direction, I have to intervene.”

Not exactly what QPR were hoping for.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is listed as questionable for Wednesday night’s road matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies due to management of a lower back injury, the team has announced in its latest injury report.

The Warriors (30-28) are set to conclude their two-game road trip against Memphis (21-35) with tipoff at 4:30 pm PT. Golden State enters the contest looking to bounce back after a 113-109 loss to the 17-win New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday.

Green played 32 minutes in the loss, finishing with 11 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two blocks. He made 5 of 11 shots from the field and connected on one 3-pointer while serving as the primary facilitator in the half court.

The 35-year-old has appeared in 48 games this season, averaging 8.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.1 assists in 26.6 minutes per contest. He is shooting 41% from the field and 32% from beyond the arc. Green’s availability continues to be a key factor for a Warriors team that is nearing .500 as it strives for a playoff position in the Western Conference.

Draymond Green’s status headlines Warriors’ injury report vs. Grizzlies

Golden State also ruled out De’Anthony Melton for Wednesday’s game with a left knee injury. Melton scored a season-high 28 points in Tuesday’s loss, leading all scorers. He recorded four rebounds, three assists and one steal while shooting 8 for 20 from the field, 3 for 9 from 3-point range and 9 for 11 from the free-throw line in 28 minutes.

The 27-year-old guard is averaging 12.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.6 steals per game in 31 games, including seven starts. He is shooting 42.4% from the field and 29.1% from 3-point distance.

The Warriors’ full injury report includes:

• Jimmy Butler III – Outside (right ACL; surgery)
• LJ Cryer – Outside (G League – Two-Way)
• Seth Curry – Outside (left sciatic nerve irritation)
• Stephen Curry – Outside (right patellofemoral pain syndrome)
• Draymond Green – Suspicious (Management of left lower back injury)
• D’Anthony Melton – Outside (left knee injury management)
• Kristaps Porzingis – Outside (Disease)
• Nate Williams – Outside (G League – Two-Way)

Following Wednesday’s contest, Golden State will return to San Francisco to host the Los Angeles Lakers (34-23) in a nationally televised game on ABC on Saturday at 5:30 p.m.

If there was any hope that the understaffed, dysfunctional Golden State Warriors could regain some momentum after their disappointing win over the Denver Nuggets, it came crashing down in the bayou.

The Warriors lost badly to the New Orleans Pelicans, 113–109. Although the close score indicated a highly contested, competitive affair, it spoke more about the Dubs’ weak offensive performance in the first quarter, in which they made only 8 of 25 shots, which they ultimately could not overcome.

And while Moses Moody continued his consistent play with 24 points and five rebounds, and De’Anthony Melton exploded for 28 points in just 28 minutes, Pelicans star Zion Williamson proved unstoppable in the end with a team-high 26 points on 11 of 21 shooting. After the game, Steve Kerr evaluated the Dubs’ tremendous performance.

Kerr said, “I don’t know what ‘Down the Stretch’ got us. It was all 48 minutes.” “21 turnovers. We didn’t execute very well offensively. The spacing was bad. Transition, we had three potential layups in the first half. We didn’t run, we didn’t cut to the rim, we didn’t get to the corners. We just looked disjointed.”

The Warriors felt frustrated all night as bad basketball troubled them up and down the hardwood. Midway through the third quarter, the broadcast showed a heated exchange between Quinton Post and Brandin Podziemski as the two walked toward the bench, with Draymond Green having to step in between the two to stop things from escalating.

And while the Warriors had a chance to steal this game from the jaws of their poor play, unsurprisingly the aggression died down, and they couldn’t dig themselves out of the hole they dug for themselves.

Offense remains a problem without their stars

It’s no surprise that the Warriors’ offense has struggled with consistency lately. With Stephen Curry in a day-to-day funk due to his swollen runner’s knee, Jimmy Butler out for the season, and Kristaps Porzingis suffering from a nasty, undisclosed illness, Golden State lacks an on-ball creator or engine to center the offense.

Kerr has talked about the need for a “trigger” for the defense to struggle in the post, i.e., Curry’s snapping or Butler drawing double teams. But without him, they don’t have what it takes to lead a drought like the one they suffered against the Pelicans.

And sure, Melton can get penetration, and Moody can run around a screen off-ball, but in 48 minutes of play, they need more. What they did against Denver is certainly at the extreme end of what’s possible when everything is humming. But ultimately, an outing of sorts is required to keep everything running smoothly. That means no messy transitions, no missed opportunities.

For this, good movement of the ball and hitting open shots is required. And the Warriors didn’t do it in New Orleans.

“The game was perfect for us, we just couldn’t perform well enough,” Kerr said. “With the injuries we’ve had, we have to play well to win. And I don’t think we played well tonight.”

Resting Al Horford on the front end of the back-to-back certainly didn’t help, and they’ll bring him back against the Memphis Grizzlies. But help will not come soon. Curry’s re-evaluation won’t come until the end of the week, and knowing his tendency to lean conservative upon returns from injury, there will likely be a ramp-up process before he returns. Meanwhile, Porzingis may have the Warriors’ worst fear confirmed with this latest health scare.

The Dubs will look to bounce back with a game at Memphis in less than 24 hours.

Other notables

• To add insult to injury for the Dubs, Jonathan Kuminga looked quite comfortable in his Atlanta Hawks debut. 25 points, 7 rebounds on 9/12 FGs against the tanking Washington Wizards. It’s only one game, and against a bad team at that, but the Kuminga era in Atlanta is off to a good start.
• Porzingis did not make the trip south, ruling him out for Memphis. It is unknown what specifically caused his illness. He has a history of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), which the Warriors were aware of when they traded for him, but the Warriors have not confirmed if this ongoing illness has anything to do with it. Kerr said the condition was so severe Sunday that Porzingis was unable to leave his hotel room.
• NBC Sports Bay Area has begun adding live graphics to its broadcasts. There are things like a gray circle hovering below who has the ball, names popping up whenever someone gets the ball, and a distance counter whenever someone shoots from deep. Looks like NBA 2K and it’s driving many viewers (including me) forward.

With the NBA playoffs far out of reach and the NBA Draft Lottery the only scoreboard that matters, Will Hardy has transferred his message to the young Utah Jazz roster. Forget rigid scripts. Think for yourself. The Jazz want their players to be decision-makers, independent thinkers who are able to direct their own careers. Speaking after the All-Star break, Hardy presented a philosophy that stands in stark contrast to the hyper-structured world of modern NBA player development.

The Jazz, sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference with one of the league’s worst records, are succumbing to the realities of a rebuild. Victory is rare. Minutes are plentiful for the young core. They need to figure out who has the ability to gain control instead of just following orders.

“With all of our young players, we’re encouraging them to be independent thinkers about their careers, about their development,” Hardy said. “It’s about who they want to be as a person, where they want to be as a player, because I think in today’s world, we have a lot of personal trainers. We have strength coaches, and the staff has grown up as well.”

The alternative, Hardy warned, is a dangerous inaction.

“So it can be easier for the players,” Hardy admitted, “if they want, check their phone, look at the schedule that’s set out for them. They come into the facility and take what they should be taking for breakfast. We say here are the vitamins you should be taking. They go into the weight room, and it’s two sets of something with eight reps each. We go on the court and tell them where to shoot. They can go all day without having to make decisions for themselves.”

Hardy believes that hand-to-hand existence poses a long-term risk. One day, the structure disappears. Come free agency, a trade means joining a new team, or life after basketball will have to be considered. The players discover that they never learned to pilot their ship.

“It can be a slippery slope,” Hardy said, “because there will come a day when they realize they have no control over what they’re doing.”

Hardy was careful not to suggest a single solution. He acknowledged that agency is not something every young player is ready to embrace immediately.

“I think it’s a case-by-case basis, but we have to encourage all of our athletes to think about it,” Hardy shared. “As you move along in your process, some people may feel like taking on that agency. Some people may not want to take on that agency because they’re not sure what to do with it.”

In a season defined by accusations of tanking (earlier this month the Jazz were fined $500,000 by the NBA for resting healthy players, which the league deemed harmful), Hardy’s approach has doubled as both practical and philosophical. With little to lose in the standings, franchises can afford to experiment, fail and adjust players on their own terms. The goal is not to produce more losses, but to create more self-reliant professionals who will eventually thrive when the franchise fights again.

It remains to be seen whether every player embraces the freedom. Hardy acknowledged that some people would crave the comfort of a printed program. However, in a rebuild where the future is more important than the present, the Jazz are betting that the people who step up and make their own decisions will be the ones who will matter most when the tank eventually ends.

Last October, Sports Witness Covered claims from Denmark FC Copenhagen’s interest in Newcastle United’s Emil Krafth. His wish was to sign him at a reasonable price in the winter market, but that did not happen.

The Sweden international is still at St James’ Park, where he is under contract until the end of this season.

Craft made only one Premier League and two EFL Cup appearances for Newcastle United this season. His limited role with the Magpies meant he missed national team fixtures in October.

Sweden manager Graham Potter initially did not include the right-back in the squad in November. They had to recall the Newcastle United player following concerns over the fitness of Leeds United defender Gabriel Gudmundsson.

Newcastle United player injured

The fullback played 65 minutes in Sweden’s 1–1 draw against Slovenia in a World Cup qualifier in November. This is his last appearance as he has had to spend time on the sidelines due to injury.

Eddie Howe recently admitted that the 31-year-old may not play again this season. football direct It is said that Hammarby IF’s Hampus Skoglund could be a contender for a place in Potter’s squad for the March international break.

The former West Ham United boss, who will be without Krafth and Bologna’s Emil Holm for next month’s fixtures, watched Hammarby IF’s 2-0 cup win over Bjerg on Friday.

Skoglund played the full 90 minutes in his preferred role as a right-back and spoke to Football Direct after the match. They had no idea Potter was in attendance.

“No, I had no idea. But the fact that he was there is a good sign. There aren’t a lot of right-backs in the national team, and the goal is definitely to get there,” He said.

Kraft and Holm’s injuries are lucky for someone else

The outlet is quick to mention that Newcastle United defender and Holm is injured, and Holstein Kiel’s Alexander Bernhardsson has returned from injury.

When asked if this should open the door to Sweden for him, Skoglund explained: “Yeah… I didn’t know it was that bad.”

“Yes [there are not many right-backs]But I meant it more generally. “It’s unfortunate for him that he got injured, but fortunate to have someone else who can take that spot in that situation.”

As things stand, Craft will leave Newcastle United as a free agent after this season.

The honeymoon phase is officially over for Daryl Morey in the City of Brotherly Love. After Saturday night’s crushing 126-111 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, the Philadelphia 76ers faithful have been reached breaking point, and the target of their anger isn’t the players; This is the front office.

With Joel Embiid sidelined, the Sixers’ glaring lack of depth was exposed on national television. The Pelicans outscored Philadelphia 60–35 in the second half, turning a competitive game into a farce.

Tyrese Maxey did his best to keep the ship afloat with 27 points and six assists, but he got little help. Outside of Kelly Oubre Jr.’s 18 points, the Roosters looked hollow, especially on the glass, where they were out-rebounded 52-38.

Daryl Morey on Deadline pic.twitter.com/wTOIx01khz

– Alvin Yakitori (@AlvinYakit52962) 22 February 2026

Daryl Morey and Nick Nurse will soon be fired. pic.twitter.com/dZGVnmKV0H

– Sixers Scope (@SixersScope) 22 February 2026

Daryl Morey passes Jared McCann for a late first-rounder pic.twitter.com/ulFLYeTihA

– Kevin Rice (@TheKevinRice) 6 February 2026

Sellout teammates Josh Harris and Daryl Morey have destroyed this city’s basketball spirit pic.twitter.com/LGxxW9rzPG

– Rodney (@lukatroncic23) 22 February 2026

The lack of activity at the trade deadline has become a lightning rod for criticism. Fans took to social media and the Wells Fargo Center stand to voice their disappointment.

“Trill was chanting ‘Fire More’ like he was the Navy,” one fan said on X.

Sixers fans see Jared McCann flourish after Daryl Morey says “I bet we got traded” during trade https://t.co/DtGWXMbame pic.twitter.com/4LqotjmEEb

– Underdog (@underdog) 21 February 2026

Daryl Morey should be tied up in public and beaten until his buttocks are red https://t.co/kWZl7S9wpq

– Adam (@JMurrayWrld) 21 February 2026

Daryl Morey is actually the devil https://t.co/yf4d5VQg1T

– MastaMunsta (@MunstaMasta) 21 February 2026

Trill was doing the “Fire More” chant like it was the Navy https://t.co/H3hclXONhA

– Uncle Cost Fallacy (@NBABAbySecret) 22 February 2026

fire daryl morey

– Josephine (@china3rdbaseman) 22 February 2026

This sentiment was echoed across the board, with fans questioning the job security of both Morey and owner Josh Harris. One viral post said, “It’s really weird how bad Daryl Morey is at his job,” while another frustrated fan asked, “Why isn’t Josh Harris in jail? And why is Daryl Morey still employed?”

The 76ers have now lost four consecutive games, slipping even further down in the Eastern Conference standings. The overall construction of the roster around the aging and frequently injured Embiid is being questioned. If Moray doesn’t find a way to fix the holes in this ship soon, the “Fire Moray” chants will become louder.

Neto’s difficult phase since his departure AFC Bournemouth In a summer that has now seen Brazil come under unusually harsh criticism, a Botafogo-based commentator has given a remarkable on-air assessment of the goalkeeper’s performance.

35 year old returned to their homeland After finishing his tenure on the south coast. He arrived at Botafogo with vast European experience representing barcelona, juventus And armory During his career. However, his second chapter in Brazil did not go as planned.

So far, Neto has conceded 12 goals in nine matches for Botafogo. Furthermore, he spent a long period unavailable Due to injury. But when he became completely fit to play, Local media sections I believe he has failed to provide the leadership and protection expected from a goalkeeper of his lineage.

tanOne commentator closely associated with Botafogo coverage did not hold back when discussing the current level of Nato. He presented his criticism both emotionally and professionally.

“I’m speaking very much as a supporter, but also as a journalist, as someone who comments on football,” He made reference. “But nothing has shocked me more than what we are seeing with Nato.”

Bournemouth arrival scheduled

The 35-year-old was expected to bring authority and experience when he arrived from Bournemouth. As Brown explained, he brought the opposite. And it’s not just about isolated mistakes or inconsistencies.

“It’s not that he’s the goalkeeper who makes mistakes,” He said. “It’s not that he’s a bad goalkeeper or has his ups and downs. The impression it creates is that he looks like an outfield player who you put in goal because the goalkeeper was sent off and you have no options left.”

Kalpana continued candidly: “He doesn’t jump, doesn’t position himself. It looks like an object standing there. The ball hits him and turns him over. The opponent just has to shoot at the target.”

Raises deportation concerns

Brown directly linked the situation to Botafogo’s wider problems, including off-field issues and the team’s need to rebuild. Nevertheless, he stressed that the goalkeeper position is urgent.

“If Botafogo does not sign a goalkeeper with utmost urgency, Botafogo will struggle not to be relegated.”

For Bournemouth supporters, it is a stark illustration of life after the Premier League. Neto arrived in England as an experienced man and left quietly in the summer. Now, months later, the story around him in Brazil is quieter.

Whether this is a temporary decline or a sign of a permanent decline remains to be seen. However, the tone of the criticism suggests that their chapter is already under severe pressure after Bournemouth.

It’s been days since Super Bowl LX, yet people are still talking about Bad Bunny’s halftime show. Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was also asked about it.

Booker helped Team Stars win the title in the All-Star Game by defeating Team Stripes 47–21 in the finals on Sunday at the Intuit Dome. He contributed five points, three rebounds and two assists. In three games, he averaged 12 points, nine rebounds and eight assists.

During a media controversy, Booker was asked about Bad Bunny’s performance at Levi’s Stadium the previous week. The reporter also mistakenly tagged him as being of Puerto Rican descent, like Bad Bunny, so Booker had to offer a correction.

“I’m Mexican,” said the five-time All-Star. “To be honest, I didn’t see it.”

“I’m Mexican, honestly I haven’t seen it.”

Devin Booker on Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show 🗣️pic.twitter.com/xzjkeZePzn

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 16 February 2026

For those unaware, Bad Bunny dated Booker’s ex-girlfriend Kendall Jenner from 2023 to 2024. Fans also speculated that Bad Bunny’s verse on Eladio Carrion’s “Coco Chanel” was a major shade at Booker, although he did not mention any names.

Booker appeared to praise the award-winning rapper when he posted on Instagram: “She’s worried about another man again.”

His past experience may be the reason Booker, an avid Detroit Lions fan, had no interest in watching Bad Bunny in Super Bowl LX. But this is just a theory.

Many hailed Bad Bunny’s performance as a cultural milestone for the NFL, as he became the first Latin male artist to headline a halftime show. She also sent a strong political message with her performance amid immigration issues in the United States.

壞兔子的超級碗半場表演結束了 巨大的收視表現 為全國廣播公司。超級碗是美國最重要的文化活動，當“壞兔子”被宣佈為中場表演者時，這項比賽本身就受到了更廣泛的關注。

雖然這款遊戲已經預計會獲得很高的收視率，但《壞兔子》無疑對收視率有所幫助。據 NBC Sports 報導，以 Bad Bunny 為主角的 Apple Music 超級碗中場秀從晚上 8:15 到晚上 8:30 持續 15 分鐘，平均有 1.282 億觀眾觀看。可用的收視率數據僅限於國內，據說全球收視率將於下周公布。

超級碗 LX 的大量觀眾

詳情：https://t.co/iqIdXmUdMh pic.twitter.com/3lf9NxYRPj

— NBC 體育公關 (@NBCSportsPR) 2026 年 2 月 10 日

超級碗本身的平均觀看次數為 1.249 億次，第二季度觀看次數達到峰值 1.378 億次。據 NBC Sports 報導，收視率的增長也反映在 Telemundo 的收視率上。根據 NBC Sports 的聲明，該西班牙語網絡的平均觀眾人數為 330 萬，使其成為西班牙語歷史上收視率最高的超級碗比賽。 Bad Bunny 的中場表演期間觀眾人數達到 480 萬，成為歷史上收視率最高的西班牙語中場表演。

這場比賽本身就是一場一邊倒的比賽，西雅圖海鷹隊的防守壓倒了德雷克·梅耶和愛國者隊的進攻。儘管如此，數據表明超級碗仍然具有相關性，並且無論誰參加比賽，它都吸引著現代觀眾。

週日，壞兔子登上了舞台，在加利福尼亞州聖克拉拉的李維斯體育場舉行的備受期待的超級碗 LX 中場秀中進行了表演。

當西雅圖海鷹隊和新英格蘭愛國者隊在兩節比賽后都在各自的更衣室時，壞兔子在球場中央上演了一場表演，引發了網上球迷的各種反應。

“我不敢相信這一切正在發生，”謝伊·塞拉諾說道。

“BENITO BOWL 堪稱傳奇 🔥Bad Bunny 在波多黎各上演了一場精彩的表演，”ESPN 分享道。

>>>>> 壞兔子 https://t.co/rdpWEUbQ4C

— Ricardo está cansado |⚕️ (@ricardoal02) 2026 年 2 月 9 日

“不，壞兔子殺了它。舞台設計、音樂和概念 100/10 #SuperBowl，”X 上的另一位社交媒體用戶（前 Twitter）評論道。

Twitter/X 在 Bad Bunny 期間經歷了輕微的中斷 #超級碗 半場表現。 pic.twitter.com/TXvOsklXAJ

— 阿魯拉·布魯克斯 (@theebaddiebey) 2026 年 2 月 9 日

“大聲喊出壞兔子，它很漂亮，表演多棒啊”，另一種反應是這樣寫的。

就連埃爾莫也插話道：“那隻兔子太棒了。埃爾莫認為他應該被稱為好兔子！埃爾莫愛你，好兔子先生！❤️🎶🐰”

壞兔子原名貝尼托·安東尼奧·馬丁內斯·奧卡西奧，在表演期間也邀請了一些名人嘉賓。

前超級碗中場秀表演者 Lady Gaga 演唱了《Die With a Smile》。 Cardi B、Pedro Pascal、Ricky Martin 和 Karol G 也參加了該劇，該劇也因其極其細緻的製作而廣受讚譽。

波多黎各壞兔子被命名為超級碗 LX 中場秀表演者引起了爭議並引發了激烈的爭論，但就表演本身而言，由於多種原因，它會被許多人記住很長時間。