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Impressive Miles Swiller finds his future uncertain newcastle united And chelsea Gave opportunity for transfer.

The goalkeeper is one of the best in his position in Serie A at the moment. He has developed rapidly since he was initially only a back-up under Jose Mourinho.

Since Daniele De Rossi took over, Swiller has become one of Roma’s most reliable players. This season, he has played 31 times in Serie A, now also impressing under Gian Piero Gasperini.

Despite his impact, the Giallorossi sit sixth in the table and could once again miss out on the Champions League. This could give Newcastle United and Chelsea a big opportunity to sign a goalkeeper.

Roma is considering its finances

leggo – relayed by we are laromaReport that even though Roma can still finish in the top four, they are preparing for a major revolution. They have struggled over the past few weeks, prompting Friedkin’s group to take action.

Gasperini knows that failure to make the top four will make his job more difficult. As a result, Miles Swiller is one of the players who could leave in the summer as he is one of their most valuable assets.

Newcastle United and Chelsea ‘ready to pounce’ for the 26-year-old and will charge around Rs 20 lakh €50m could be considered sufficient. Roma are still considering the player’s value but the lure of capital gains could force an exit.

First, sports witness The €50m price tag has covered claims. We deemed it appropriate due to Roma’s ongoing conflict with FFP, especially since Swiller joined on a free transfer.

Our opinion: Swiller fits in perfectly at Chelsea and Newcastle United

Chelsea have faced goalkeeping concerns with Robert Sanchez this season. They will likely be looking for someone more reliable in the summer and Miles Swiller fits the bill very well.

He is also at the right age and already boasts a huge amount of European experience. The Serbian player is famously quick off his line and very active when he is between the sticks. He has also improved a lot on the ball in the last few seasons.

Newcastle United also have uncertainty over their goalkeeper situation, and the Magpies link makes sense.

In such a situation, Roma may not have any option. They have always been on the radar of Financial Fairplay and it could be time for a big sale.

🇧🇷 Allan Elias: Newcastle United and Liverpool ready to pay €40m – but payment terms are the issue

➡️ Palmeiras wants money more safely and quickly
➡️ This could escalate rapidly in the coming weekshttps://t.co/8BozMxpTOH #nufc #lfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 7 April 2026

SAN FRANCISCO – Given the state of the Golden State Warriors season, it’s fair to ask the tough question about whether Stephen Curry should return from knee soreness.

With Golden State stuck in the play-in tournament, and Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody lost to season-ending injuries, is it worthwhile to bring Curry back for what looks like a lost season? If Curry returns and they try to escape, is the risk of further complicating Curry’s health outweigh that meager benefit?

Those questions are circulating in the Warriors environment right now. And for the most part, the Dubs have been adamant that they are not considering closing him down.

“The main thing is if Steph is healthy, he’s going to play because that’s what we’re here for,” Kerr said earlier this week in Dallas. Since Curry suffered a patellofemoral pain syndrome and a bone spur injury in his right knee, he has been sending a message loud and clear.

“Having a chance to get to the playoffs is a big deal for us, big deal for Steph.”

But after the Warriors’ 109-106 win over the tanking Brooklyn Nets, Draymond Green weighed in on whether he believes Curry should return.

“I think it’s a slippery slope, telling a guy who loves basketball, you can’t come back and play basketball when they feel like they’re healthy enough to win basketball. So I think if there’s
There was a feeling of doubt from his knees. no I will not.”

“But if he’s healthy and he can definitely play. Because that’s what you’ve worked for. To give yourself a chance to have a great season, to get to the postseason, and thrive on that stage. You don’t know how many opportunities you get.”

Draymond Green explains his thinking

Green’s answer is quite logical. And not very controversial either. If Curry’s knee is healthy he should return. But if he doesn’t feel 100%, he should play it safe. Greene isn’t really falling into that line of thinking.

But there’s something about the fact that Green has vocalized it.

As one of the more powerful and public voices in the Warriors organization, the fact that he is willing to put that debate on the table is noteworthy. There’s an old adage repeated among veteran Warriors reporters and insiders — when the big voices speak in Golden State, you listen. And you read between the lines.

“You can always kick the can down the road and say, ‘Hey man, we’ll be back.’ But it doesn’t always work that way,” Green explained.

“Last year, we didn’t kick the can down the road, and unfortunately, Steph got hurt. But let’s say we kicked the can down the road last year, like, ‘Hey man, we’ll bring it back next year.’ And then look at this year.”

Green slammed his hand on the table, referring to how injuries have derailed any chance he had of competing this season.

“You’ve got to take advantage while you can,” Green explained.

It’s really easy to use health as an excuse to wait out your time in the NBA. But the clock is always ticking, especially for guys Curry’s age and a franchise on the receiving end of a dynasty. Opportunities open and close in the NBA the way they do, and taking that opportunity out of the way doesn’t always guarantee another opportunity.

risk vs reward

Ultimately, the dilemma for Curry and the Warriors comes down to timing. And how to maximize it. Because the whole world knows that Curry’s great career is in its final stages. But as far as how this final chapter plays out, it all depends on how the Warriors take it.

Do they strike while the iron is hot and push Curry to play as many games as possible before time runs out? Or do they play it safe, prolonging their careers by not risking injuries that could shorten what little time they have left? Again, these are the tough questions facing Golden State right now.

However, Green has made it clear that Curry should not return if he doesn’t feel right.

Green added, “I know if he’s healthy he’ll be there.” “But I think if there’s any doubt that he’s not where he needs to be then no. I don’t [think he should come back]”

“But I think for anybody, everybody, when we can play this game, we want to be heroes. We all want to throw [the] Cape on and save the day. But if it puts her at risk of future injury, I don’t think anyone would agree that it’s right. [plan]. “Whether we’re 35 and 38 or 58 or 12, if you’re not healthy, you have to play the long game.”

Does Draymond Green think Steph Curry should try to bounce back from a lost season?

“If there’s any doubt about his knee, no, I don’t think so. But if he’s healthy and he can play, then absolutely, because that’s what you’ve worked on.” pic.twitter.com/YsUshYGUtr

– Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) 26 March 2026

The first step for Curry to return is to engage in five-on-five battles, something the Warriors are trying to do at some point this week. Until then, we can only guess what Golden State decides to do moving forward.

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith never shies away from expressing his opinion. Smith is sharing that opinion about Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Smith said on ESPN’s First Take Tuesday that James make the case He could become the greatest NBA player of all-time this season.

Smith said, “The biggest case for LeBron James being the GOAT, in my opinion, is what he’s been doing this year. … The Lakers are in better shape than most people expect.”

“The biggest case for LeBron James being the GOAT, in my opinion, is being made by him this year. … The Lakers are in better shape than most people expect.”

—@stephensmith On LeBron’s impact this season🌟 pic.twitter.com/kneqHt3liY

– First Tech (@FirstTech) 24 March 2026

Smith made the comments following the Lakers’ loss to the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. James finished the game with 12 points in 39 minutes on the floor. He posted a double-double, as well as 10 assists.

Smith prepared his argument by first saying that he believes Michael Jordan is the GOAT. The commentator then made his case that James is at least worthy of consideration for GOAT status.

Smith said, “He gets to the basket. He leads the NBA in fast break points. … He’s doing whatever he can to win basketball games for the Lakers.”

James continues to set NBA records this season. In recent times, he passed Robert Parish for most regular season games played in the league.

“It’s not like I’m writing things down and looking at the record book and saying: ‘I’m gonna get that, I’m gonna get that, I’m gonna get that.’ That’s exactly what happened,” James said, according to the Associated Press. “It wasn’t on the list of things I wanted to accomplish.”

After the Pistons’ loss, the Lakers fell to 46–26 on the season. Los Angeles’ nine-game winning streak was broken.

“I think the Lakers are in better shape than most people expect, and it has everything to do with LeBron James,” Smith said on First Take.

The Lakers will next face the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday.

Kansas was eliminated from the second round of the NCAA Tournament after a two-point loss to St. John’s, 67-65, at Viejo Arena on Sunday.

Dylan Darling made the biggest shot of his career, sinking the game-winning layup as time expired to save the No. 5 Red Storm against the No. 4 Jayhawks.

One man who knows all about making an iconic shot in March Madness is former Kansas star Mario Chalmers. He made his name known in the college world in 2008 by missing a three-pointer against Memphis to send the title game into overtime. The Jayhawks ultimately won 75–68, earning their third national trophy.

Chalmers carried his championship pedigree to the NBA by winning back-to-back rings with the Miami Heat.

When asked by Bleacher Report what is more difficult to win between the NCAA Tournament and the NBA Finals, Chalmers had an easy answer.

Chalmers said, “I would have to say college just because it’s one-and-done. That one-and-done game you get every time. It took us three years to get to that (championship).”

“In the NBA, it’s a seven-game series. Getting there is definitely the hard part, but once you get there, you have to win four times, so you have more opportunities.”

Mario Chalmers says winning the NBA Finals was easier than winning the NCAA Tournament

Chalmers is a 2-time NBA champion with the Miami Heat and won the 2008 national championship with the Kansas Jayhawks. pic.twitter.com/zO9y4mtw5N

– Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) 23 March 2026

Kansas was on the verge of losing to the Tigers, who were led by Derrick Rose. But Kansas backed Chalmers and Darrell Arthur. Rose split his free throws with 10.8 seconds left in regulation, leading to Chalmers’ game-tying three-pointer.

Chalmers finished with 18 points, three rebounds, three assists and four steals and was named Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Tournament.

His clutch bucket will always be remembered as one of the greatest shots of the NCAA Tournament. There is no debate on that.

Oleksandr Usyk will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven on May 23 in Giza, Egypt, with the fight taking place near the Pyramids. The event will be broadcast worldwide on DAZN pay-per-view.

The fight has attracted attention throughout boxing after it was approved as a full title defense by the WBC Board of Governors. The sanctioning body initially placed the matchup as a special event, later confirming that it would be contested for the belt.

That change has sparked debate within the sport, including a reaction from rising British heavyweight Moussa Itauma.

Moussa Itauma questions WBC decision

Moses Itauma spoke to Ariel Helwani after the WBC confirmed the fight would receive full title status. The 21-year-old said Usyk has earned the right to choose his opponents, but questioned whether the decision was fair.

“Usyk, he can do whatever he wants. He’s earned this right. But I don’t like to use the word fair, but I don’t think he should be allowed to fight for a world title.”

“Obviously, like I said, Usyk has earned the right to do whatever he wants, but I don’t think it’s right for Rico to be able to fight for a world title in his first fight. It’s a little crazy.”

Itauma also addressed the occasion on Verhoeven’s behalf.

“If Rico got a chance to fight Usyk for the WBC title, it would be foolish for him not to take it. It’s only fair if he’s able to fight for it in his first fight. It’s a little crazy.”

Rico Verhoeven enters his first major boxing title fight

Rico Verhoeven, 36, is a longtime kickboxing champion who has built his reputation on glory with victories over the top names in that sport. His professional boxing record includes one fight in 2014.

The fight against Usyk will be his first appearance in a major boxing event. The WBC’s decision to sanction the bout as a title fight came after its initial status was changed.

Dan Rafael and other members of the media reported the WBC’s earlier stance on the matchup.

“The WBC fully supports this crossover fight. This will be the WBC’s signature event. And we will create an incredible belt featuring elements of the Egyptian pyramids. The WBC supports Fury vs. Ngannou [sic]Joe proved to be very competitive, and we have full respect for Rico as a great kickboxing heavyweight champion. At this time, the request for a title defense has not been discussed and only a special event involving the WBC Heavyweight Champion has been discussed.

That situation later changed, with the WBC confirming that the fight would be for the title.

“After careful consideration. The WBC Board of Governors has ruled in favor of approving the voluntary title defense of WBC World Heavyweight Champion Oleksandr Usyk against veteran kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven.”

Organizers have positioned the event as a global showcase with international distribution through DAZN pay-per-view.

Usyk prepares for next title defense

Oleksandr Usyk entered the bout undefeated with a 24-0 record and 15 knockouts. The Ukrainian holds multiple heavyweight titles and remains active at the top level of the division.

The May 23 contest will serve as his next defense of the WBC belt, with Verhoeven stepping up to challenge despite his limited boxing experience. Itauma, who has a 13-0 record with 11 knockouts, continues to build his career with an eye on growth in the heavyweight division.

The decision to upgrade the bout to a title bout has put the focus on the matchup, with eyes now turning to how the bout plays out and what it could mean for future opportunities in the heavyweight division.

Rich Paul isn’t happy with talk of the Los Angeles Lakers playing better without his superstar client LeBron James.

James is going through the 23rd year of his illustrious NBA career. He has developed chemistry with co-stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, forming a powerful trio on the Lakers team.

However, there have been concerns about the team’s level of play should James play or be absent. The latter has been more active as Los Angeles seems to be winning more with James on the sidelines.

Paul shut down all the hot takes that the Lakers are better off without James. He says that James is a person who can play in any position, he has never had any problem fitting into any team and he always plays basketball the right way. In other words, he believes none of James’s teams will be better off without him.

“Do you know how hard it is to not start training camp and not be in a rhythm. Well, it’s not like he’s ever had a problem fitting in versus fitting out, or playing the right way. He’s always just played the right way. He’s a guy that can play, really play, and knows how to play, in every position on the floor. Think about it, if he was your five man, he’d be playing some small ball five,” Paul said in Game Over. Said at the 33:05 mark. podcast.

What’s next for LeBron James, Lakers

The Lakers benefit when their star trio is active and healthy. As for LeBron James, he will have to take care of his health as the quest for a fifth title continues.

Los Angeles has a record of 42–25 on the season, placing third in the Western Conference standings. They are above the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets, while trailing the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Following their matchup against the Rockets on Monday, the Lakers will prepare for their next contest. They are scheduled to play a rematch against Houston as tip-off begins on March 18 at 9:30 pm ET.

LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard and Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant are two of the greatest players of all time. Although both players are nearing the end of their careers, both are still playing at a high level. And when it comes to the debate over which player had the better career peak, NBA media personality Bill Simmons leans 55-45 toward Leonard.

During a recent episode of ‘The Bill Simmons Podcast’ as a guest of former NBA player and current analyst Tim Legler, Simmons explained why he’s leaning toward picking Kawhi Leonard over Kevin Durant as far as extremes go.

“If you’re talking about pure talented forwards in this century, LeBron is in first place. It’s probably him [Kawhi] For that second forward spot versus KD,” Simmons said. “In terms of pure talent, if I had an extreme version of either of these guys for a season, which one would you want, there’s a pretty good argument. . .It could be 55-45 towards Kawhi, that I would lean.

Durant is in his 18th season in the NBA while Leonard is in his 14th season. When it comes to accolades, Leonard has made six All-NBA teams, while Durant has made 11 All-NBA teams. Durant has one MVP award while Leonard has two Defensive Player of the Year awards. Leonard has seven All-Star appearances and Durant has 16 All-Star nominations.

Both players have two championships each along with two Finals MVP awards. It’s an interesting debate, but it’s certain that both are future Hall of Famers.

Leonard is averaging 28.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 2.0 steals this season, while shooting 50.1 percent from the field, 37.8 percent from the 3-point line and 89.7 percent from the free-throw line.

Durant is averaging 26.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.5 assists while shooting 51.5 percent from the field, 40.6 percent from the 3-point line and 88.6 percent from the free-throw line.

Throughout the college basketball season, the debate over who should be selected No. 1 overall in the NBA Draft between BYU’s AJ DiBuntsa and Kansas’ Darrin Peterson has occupied the minds of draft experts. But according to ESPN’s Jeremy Wu, the choice between the two new stars could depend on which team actually wins the 2026 NBA Draft lottery.

During Wu’s latest NBA mock draft and lottery simulation, he had the Sacramento Kings take the top pick and select Darrin Peterson. He has the Washington Wizards coming in at No. 2 and selecting Darin Peterson in the NBA Draft.

These selections make sense considering the current rosters of both teams. The Kings’ need for a long-term solution at point guard is no surprise, and Peterson would give them a potential franchise cornerstone. The Wizards made a blockbuster trade at the deadline for a star point guard in Trae Young, and a young wing like DiBantsa who can feed Young the ball is probably more of a necessity.

As Wu reports, “The battle for No. 1 is a close one between Peterson and AJ DiBuntsa, with league sources largely seeing it as a matter of which team will ultimately be picked. Cameron Boozer’s impressive season has also kept him in the debate.”

A few days ago, a scenario was revealed where the Thunder ended up with the No. 1 pick. This will ensure that Cameron Boozer will be in the game in place of both DiBantsa and Peterson.

In any case, this is shaping up to be a very deep and talented draft class, and a prime time to pick a lottery pick, even if the NBA is threatening to crack down on ‘tanking’ in the near future.

Lately, there has been a lot of discussion about the changing dynamics within the Boston Celtics. Much of it revolves around the return of Jayson Tatum to what is otherwise known as Jaylen Brown’s team.

ESPN has joined the debate over whether this is Brown’s team or Tatum’s. That debate has deeply concerned media personality and longtime Celtics fan Bill Simmons.

He met Stephen A. An image from ESPN’s first take with Smith, Jay Williams and Chiney Ogwuemeke “Are the Celtics Brown’s or Tatum’s team?” Posted under the title. Simmons posted four crying emojis.

😭😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/ueeWtOqHA7

– Bill Simmons (@BillSimmons) 5 March 2026

Tatum is out this season due to an Achilles injury after last season. It has been reported that Tatum will return this Friday when the Celtics play the Dallas Mavericks.

Meanwhile, Boston is doing really well. They have won seven of their last 10 games and are in second place in the Eastern Conference at 41-20. Refuting the adage that Boston would be in the tank without Tatum.

Jaylen Brown has carried the team on his shoulders. He is the leading scorer with an average of 28.9 points per game. Additionally, he averages 7.2 rebounds and 5.0 assists per game.

Tatum and Brown played key roles in the Celtics’ 2024 NBA championship. Brown won MVP honors after averaging 20.8 points, 5.4 rebounds and 5.0 assists in six games.

Meanwhile, Tatum averaged 22.2 points, 7.8 rebounds and 7.2 assists.

The two combined to win the deciding Game 5, 106–88. Tatum led with 31 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds. Brown scored 21 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished out six assists.