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brighton And Hove Albion star Matt Wiffer has admitted he has not spoken to Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman in five to six months.

football primer report Comments from the Brighton man today. He admits that his chances of appearing for the Netherlands look slim given the lack of contact with Koeman.

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Matt Wiffer has made himself a contender for a place in the Netherlands’ squad for this summer’s World Cup with a late revival at Brighton.

26 year old Reinvented as a right-back And has now made 21 appearances for the Seagulls in that position this season. In comparison, he has made only five appearances in his usual defensive midfield position.

But due to the recent injury to Jerdie Schouten, a position in midfield has opened up in the Netherlands team. However, Wiffer insists that he has no influence on it.

“First of all, it’s obviously very sad for her. It’s really terrible,” he told Viaplay.

“As far as I’m concerned… I don’t really have any influence on that aspect. Ultimately, I just do my job.”

“I’m not currently playing in that sixth position, but I think I’ll be there often. And I’ve actually played there for almost my entire career. So filling that spot wouldn’t really be a problem in that regard.”

No contact with Koeman

If he were to ensure a return to the international system, the Brighton man would probably have heard from Ronald Koeman by now.

Instead, it appears the two have not spoken since Matt Wiefer called five or six months ago.

“Ultimately, the national coach decides what he wants and what he is looking for,” he said.

“I’m really hoping I’ll get in. I called him once five or six months ago. But I haven’t really talked to him since.”

Momentum continues to build for the Atlanta Hawks as their winning streak reaches a milestone not seen in over a decade. This surge has quickly become one of the most compelling stories shaping the Eastern Conference playoff race.

Atlanta extended its streak to 10 straight wins with a 124-112 win over the Orlando Magic on Monday night. The result improved the Hawks to 38–31 and moved them up to eighth in the standings, solidifying their push for the postseason.

The run is the franchise’s longest winning streak since the 2014–15 season, when the Hawks won a franchise-record 60 games and had a historic 19-game streak. The comparison puts this current group in rare company in team history.

This streak developed during a dominant homestand at State Farm Arena, where the Hawks controlled the tempo and generated consistent offensive production. Wins over the Dallas Mavericks, Brooklyn Nets, Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando show the team’s ability to close out games and maintain momentum.

CA-CAW!

Hawks have won 10 consecutive games

This is Atlanta’s longest winning streak since the 2014–15 season. pic.twitter.com/JPg2RZ1ZqM

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 17 March 2026

Several players have fueled the uptrend. Jalen Johnson has been particularly impressive, averaging 20.5 points, 9.5 rebounds and 8.1 assists over the last 10 games, and recording three triple-doubles during that span. CJ McCollum has averaged 16.9 points, 4.1 rebounds and 4.0 assists over the last 10 games, providing consistent scoring and playmaking. Nickeil Alexander-Walker has also contributed significantly, averaging 22.3 points, 3.7 assists and 2.9 rebounds over that span.

Defensively, the Hawks have also improved. Dyson Daniels has recorded 24 steals over his last 10 games for an average of 2.4 per game, while Onyeka Okongwu has pulled down 8.5 rebounds per game during that span, giving the team a strong interior presence.

If this trend continues, the Hawks’ first season struggles will feel like a distant memory as their push for the Eastern Conference standings begins to gain real momentum.

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie’s statement on veteran Russell Westbrook attacking the media after the loss may or may not surprise you, but either way, he’s rooting for his player. After the New Orleans Pelicans handed the Kings their 50th regular season loss, a furious Westbrook personally called out reporters for various reports and comments made during the 2025-26 season.

Christie told reporters he hasn’t seen But he was pleased with Westbrook’s passion, according to Shawn Cunningham of KCRA News.

“I still haven’t seen what Russ said,” Christy said. “Listen, I’m proud that he’s passionate about what we’re doing, man. That’s what leadership is all about. He knows what we do here. He knows all the different aspects of it. He’s a student of the game. So, what was said was no big deal.”

Kings head coach Doug Christie talked about Russell Westbrook’s viral comments following his 50th loss of the season Thursday night, the 18 games remaining in the season, getting closer to regaining a focal point and not losing the sting of losing games. pic.twitter.com/zSgBdy81T1

– Sean Cunningham (@SeanCunningham) 7 March 2026

Doug Christie and the Kings (14-50) have the worst record in the NBA. They will look to get back to their winning streak when they host the Chicago Bulls on Sunday.

Russell Westbrook calls out Kings media after 50th loss

Kings veteran Russell Westbrook has had a rocky relationship with reporters before, but watching him call out reporters felt intensely personal, as if it was pent-up anger that had finally boiled over. Westbrook said he’s been trying but hasn’t had much success in his regular season efforts.

“You know, go out and compete. It’s a game. You go in and play professionally. That’s all you can do,” Westbrook said.

Then, Westbrook turned the conversation toward the reporters in the room.

“What do you all think, though? Because y’all got a lot of answers, and y’all always talk,” Westbrook said.

Russell Westbrook decided to reach out to the media after the game tonight. pic.twitter.com/UOgmGhV5OH

– James Ham (@James_HamNBA) 6 March 2026

Westbrook says he has noticed reporters offering opinions on things only people behind the scenes would know about, presenting narratives they know nothing about, which has continued throughout the Kings’ regular season.

For Lakers guard Marcus Smart, the best is yet to come for his team, as he offered an optimistic outlook in practice on Monday. While coach JJ Redick took responsibility for the Lakers’ offensive shortcomings, Smart identified the bigger picture for Los Angeles.

Smart believes in the Lakers have enough talent According to Khobi Price of the California Post, he said, he is looking to reach his full potential, and he is confident he will find his stride between now and the end of the regular season.

“We’re good. The talent is there, we have the pieces. It’s just netting them. We’re not healthy, which is a big part when you’re trying to get the pieces to the net. You have to stay healthy. Different lineups in the game, but I think it’s going to help us in the long run because we’ve got to see different lineups — guys in different spots and different roles that they’re not used to. We definitely have some work to do.

“Everyone knows that. But we’re hanging in there. The goal is to have everyone in this league coming in at the right time, and getting ready to play the best basketball you can play.”

Marcus Smart explained how good the Lakers are and how close the group is to its best version: “We’re good. The talent is there, we have the pieces. It’s just netting them. We haven’t been healthy, which is a big part when you’re trying to net the pieces.” pic.twitter.com/2xlR7CE262

– Khobi Price (@khobi_price) 23 February 2026

Marcus Smart and the Lakers scored a season-low 89 points in their blowout loss to the Boston Celtics (111-89) on Sunday.

JJ Redick takes responsibility for Lakers’ offensive shortcomings

Blamed head coach JJ Redick for the Lakers’ inability to find their offensive rhythm in a 22-point loss to the Celtics. After Lakers forward Rui Hachimura discussed his failed offense, Redick took responsibility.

As for the Lakers head coach, he has to prepare his team to be ready to take on an elite defense like the Celtics, as Redick said, he failed to do soAs noted by Khobi Price of the California Post.

“When teams play deep drops, we have our counters, and we just got there [execute],” Reddick said. “I took ownership of it. We have our counters for deep decline. We have to do a better job…we noticed that today. Our lowest potential assist games are against deep downs, so I have to do a better job.

JJ Redick’s response when asked about the Lakers’ ball movement, and whether the lack of it makes them more predictable on defense:

“When teams play deep drops, we have our counters and we just get [execute]…I took ownership of it. We have our counters for depth… pic.twitter.com/wwfRZ1OAXl

– Khobi Price (@khobi_price) 23 February 2026

The Lakers will host the Magic on Tuesday.