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The New York Yankees lost to the division rival Baltimore Orioles today, also dropping the series. But the worst news was that ace Max Fried was out in his debut after throwing only 61 pitches. He was initially diagnosed with pain in the back of his left elbow. Fried will undergo imaging in New York on Thursday to determine the severity of the problem.

That being said, Fried isn’t too worried. He publicly stated that he would love to make his next debut but is not sure that will happen. It’s possible he’ll lose more time than that. More will be known after examination by team physician Dr. Christopher Ahmed on Thursday.

Fried has struggled with his command for most of 2026. He still managed to be an effective starter, posting a 3.21 ERA in 61 2/3 innings. But Fried has only 50 strikeouts in that many innings. It’s not like that He Unusual for the Southeast. He was never a true strikeout pitcher, never reaching the 200-plus strikeout mark in his 10-year career.

In May, Fried gave up 11 runs in just 14 1/3 innings. At least it can be said that this has been a difficult period. It’s possible that the IL stint could help him bounce back from his recent tough times. But the Yanks really can’t afford to lose any positions right now. Although they are in second place in the American League East with a strong 27–17 record, New York has a 4–6 record in their last ten games. This includes a recent road trip in which they went 1-5. The Yankees need to bounce back, and losing Fried won’t help.

The return of Rodan…and possibly Cole?

The good news for New York is that they don’t have to look far to find rotation help. With Carlos Rodon making his 2026 debut on Sunday, the Yankees have an immediate option until Fried returns. Rodon did not pitch particularly well in his debut against the Milwaukee Brewers. He allowed three runs in 4 1/3 innings, but was mostly solid. His biggest problems were command, struggling to find the zone and walking five batters.

Rodon has emerged as a front-line rotation option for New York over the past two years. The lefty has a 3.50 ERA since 2024-25 (370.1 IP). It has been a rollercoaster career for the veteran player, who has battled injuries for most of his 12-year career. Now that Rodon is finally back, he will need to become a dominant pitcher if the Yanks hope to secure the AL East.

Gerrit Cole, on the other hand, is still in rehabilitation after undergoing Tommy John surgery last year. His rehab has been solid, recording a 5.32 ERA (23.2 IP) during his time in New York’s minor league system. Cole will reportedly make his return in late May or early June, although his timeline has changed several times, so this is subject to change.

Cole is a famous pitcher in MLB. He has posted a 3.18 ERA and had 2,251 strikeouts over his long career (1,954.0 IP). Due to injury he has not competed in major competitions since 2024, but has enjoyed success in recent years despite his age. If Cole returns soon, it would be a big boost for the Yankees’ rotation.

In the winter market, Rangers manager Danny Rohl allowed Clinton Nsiala to leave Ibrox and go on loan to KVC Westerlo.

As part of the loan deal, Jupiler Pro League side have agreed a purchase option with Rangers.

The 22-year-old joined Rangers on a free transfer in June 2024, after spending three years in AC Milan’s youth system.

ranger people overcame the competition From Monza, Empoli, Hamburg SV and VfB Stuttgart sought to secure his services.

He played 1,110 minutes in 17 matches at Ibrox, 139 of which came under Rohl. Due to limited game time at Rangers, the manager let him go on loan in February.

The move allowed him to be reunited with former Rangers assistant manager Issam Charai at Westerlo. At Ibrox, he operated primarily as a centre-back, while Charizard used him as a left-back.

Frenchman Jupiler Pro League statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 3
• Start: 3
• Total minutes: 185
• Minutes per game: 62

On 1 March, the Rangers-owned player was shown a red card in the 29th minute of his team’s goalless draw against Royal Union Saint-Gillois. The dismissal resulted in a three-match suspension, causing him to miss the last three matches.

Westerlo Rangers decide on man

Saturday edition of antwerp gazette For the summer window of KVC Westerlo, there is a report on their plans to reshape their team for next season.

Clinton Nsiala gets a mention when discussing his plans for the defence, and the newspaper says the Ibrox man will ‘return to Rangers’.

His contract expires in 2028, and transfer market Value him at €500k.

Danny Rohl has to decide whether to sell in the summer or include him in his plans for next season.

waiting for rangers funds

Meanwhile, another Belgian newspaper, Importance of LimburgThere is a report on serial killers.

The Belgian spent two years at Rangers and left Ibrox permanently to join Panathinaikos in September.

The 31-year-old striker had two separate spells in SK Tongeren’s academy. The first was in 2006–07 and the second was between 2009 and 2011. This allows them to receive a share of the fee from his sale to the Greek club.

Hubert Jackers is replacing Steven Van Gieteruyen as the new chairman of Tongeren. He gave an interview to HBVL, where he talked about waiting for money from Rangers.

The lower division Belgian club is going through difficult times and is desperately waiting for funds.

“I also want to emphasize that I am not just working on the recovery of the club. We have brought in some experts, so I am confident that everything will work out in the end. The negative situation of the club is being exaggerated. It is not as bad as some people are claiming.” He said.

“On the revenue side, we are still receiving income from sponsorships, membership fees and FIFA payments from Rangers and Panathinaikos for cereal desserts.

“The players’ dues will be cleared by the end of this month. So, I am optimistic as far as the license is concerned. We may still need to clarify a few things for the committee, but otherwise our application is largely complete.”

FIFA solidarity payments have been taking longer for many clubs in recent years. This suggests that this is a FIFA issue rather than Rangers and others dragging their feet.

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Washington Commander-One of the greatest players in Redskins history is returning to the field for the first time in 24 years, and it’s all in an attempt to win Olympic gold in 2028.

In two years, the Olympics will return to the United States for the Los Angeles Summer Games. And for the first time, American football will be among the games played. However, it will not be traditional tackle football and will instead mark the debut of flag football as an Olympic sport.

This week, national team tryouts are taking place in Chula Vista, California, and one of the athletes vying for a spot on the USA Soccer roster is a Hall of Famer. The Associated Press reports that Washington Commanders veteran Darrell Green will be one of the players competing in the tryouts.

What makes this news so interesting is that the seven-time Pro Bowler’s 66th birthday is just a few weeks away. And the last time he played in an NFL game was in 2002. However, Green will go down as one of the greatest cornerbacks in league history because he was a freak athlete with epic speed, and it looks like the senior has some left in the tank.

“Darrell qualified through our digital combination. He’s later in his career than other testing participants, but his testing results were impressive,” Kelly Brownson, senior director of high performance and national teams for USA Soccer, told the AP. “Our coaches and staff felt he deserved a closer look. … He is a rare athlete who has remained in shape and is ready to compete this week.”

Green went viral in 2024 after a video surfaced showing how good the 64-year-old athlete was still when he took some high school players under the tree of learning in a training session. Furthermore, this is the same guy who ran a 4.2 40 yard dash in 2000 at age 40.

If there was any player who could surprise USA Soccer officials and earn a spot on the team, it’s Darrell Green. It also helps that some current NFL stars will be taking part in flag football’s Olympic debut.

The corner played all 20 of his NFL seasons in Washington, and is their all-time leader in games played, interceptions and defensive touchdowns. He was the first inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008.

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De’Aaron Fox spent the first seven and a half years of his NBA career with the Sacramento Kings. 13 months after being traded to the San Antonio Spurs, there’s no doubt where the two-time All-Star’s attention lies, including when he returns to his former home.

“No, it’s just another game to me,” Fox said. “We’re worried about us. We’re worried about trying to win a championship.”

Fox’s tenure in Sacramento included two of the franchise’s best seasons in the last 20 years. The 2022–2023 team won the division championship with 48 wins. The following year, the Kings won 46. It was the organization’s most successful season since a 50-win campaign in 2004–05.

Fox reiterated, “Obviously, it’s nice to be back here because I get a chance to meet people I’ve seen for years. But, other than that, when we get between those lines, it’s a normal game.”

De’Aaron Fox comments on current Kings

Things are a lot different in Sacramento than they were in February of 2024, when a trade sent Fox to San Antonio. Kings star Domantas Sabonis is out the remainder of the season after undergoing meniscus surgery. Russell Westbrook, who started 51-18 in his most recent contest, a 132-104 loss to the Spurs, is now a key rotational player.

“I mean, obviously, the personnel and everything has changed, but I don’t see them any more than any other team,” Fox said.

At 18–52, the Kings have the worst record in the West after the loss to the Spurs. It’s a spot these Spurs are somewhat familiar with. Two years ago, they finished 22-60 with rookie Victor Vembanyama. Although Fox was still in Sacramento at the time, it’s a reality he sees through the eyes of his current and former teammates.

“In the rebuilding phase, I think the young guys (Kings) are playing well,” Fox said. “You want to be able to see it because, looking at where we were last year, the young guys are playing well.”

De’Aaron Fox reflects on the rise of the Spurs

The former Kentucky star played just over a month with the Spurs last season and played just five games with Wembley during that span. Two weeks after the Foxes arrived in San Antonio, Wembanyama was shut down for the remainder of the regular season due to a blood clot in his right shoulder. Less than a month later, the team decided to sideline Fox for the remainder of the year, dealing with a finger injury since training camp.

Through it all, the Spurs improved by 12 wins from the previous season.

“You get that experience, you get those reps, and then you come in the next season, try to hit the ground running,” the 28-year-old guard said.

With 19 points per game this season, Fox is second to Wembley among team scoring leaders and earned his second trip to the All-Star Game. Like the Kings, he is proving to be a major factor in the Spurs’ return to winning ways.

BOSTON — This latest six-game road trip is basically a brief reunion tour for Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis. With stops in New York, Washington, DC, Atlanta and Dallas, Porzingis has been making waves in the city of every team he has been with throughout his decade in the NBA. But this latest stop in Boston, the city where he helped the Celtics win their first title in sixteen years, is the place where it may mean the most.

At the Warriors’ morning shootaround, Porzingis spoke to the media about his time playing in Boston and all of the good memories he has with the Celtics.

“It feels good to be back,” Porzingis smiled. “It’s a little weird. I missed the city. Of course, as you’re reading, I missed everything. Honestly, it’s good memories. You know, [it] It’s weird to be back a little bit, but it’s a good feeling.”

Porzingis joined Boston via trade with the Washington Wizards in the summer of 2023, with hopes he could give the Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown Celtics a boost up front. And with his size, defense and shooting, Porzingis did exactly that.

he averaged Averaged 20.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.9 blocks in 57 games in 2023-24. And while injuries sidelined him in the second and third rounds of the NBA Playoffs, Porzingis made a triumphant return in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, rocking TD Garden when he scored 18 points off the bench in the first half.

But for all of his basketball successes with the Celtics, what Porzingis remembers most about his time in Bean Town is the city itself.

“[I remember] A lot of little moments, even outside of basketball,” Porzingis said. “Being in the city, my little places to go for coffee, just overall my life in Boston, I really enjoyed it. Basketball was very stressful here. I won’t lie, but it comes with character. And we did it. So I would say the whole package was special.

Kristaps Porzingis after leaving the Celtics

But while the memories of Boston will remain fond, it has been a bit of a rough ride for Porzingis since leaving. Porzingis played only 42 games in the Celtics’ title defense season, as injuries derailed his availability. And when the New York Knicks eliminated Boston in six games, with Tatum tearing his Achilles in the process, it signaled the end of that iteration of the Celtics, as salary cap issues would prove too costly to run it back.

As such, the Celtics sent Porzingis to the Atlanta Hawks as a sacrifice to avoid the second apron penalty. And in Atlanta, things will get worse. Porzingis was diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), a chronic condition that cut his time in Atlanta short. Porzingis would only play 17 games for the Hawks before the Warriors traded him for Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield.

And while Porzingis has recently gotten healthy, scoring a season-high 30 points last night in D.C., the illness sidelined him for six games just after joining the Warriors. It’s safe to say that it’s been a tough season for Latvians.

“This season has been rough,” Porzingis admitted. “But now I’m healthy. Feeling really good. So I’m getting a real good feeling about basketball again, you know? Which is the most important, because everything else goes second when you’re not feeling right.

“It’s natural to feel that way, and now, when I’m really getting my feet back, getting in good shape, it’s a good reminder of why I love it. Just enjoying playing here.”

Kristaps Porzingis’ expectations from the Boston crowd

The POTS situation, along with the illness, is why this season has been so disappointing for Porzingis. From constantly feeling low on energy, to constant fatigue, to sudden bouts of illness, it has been a tough time for the big man.

But as far as whether it would put his career in question, Porzingis didn’t want to go there.

“I really didn’t want to get those thoughts in my mind,” Porzingis explained.

“Even in general, for life, I don’t want to live at 60% of my energy. I don’t want to feel – I don’t want to live this way. Eventually, I will find a way. No matter what, I will find a way to get how I feel to where I need to feel. At least I’m close to where I was, you know? And I honestly did. Now I’m healing really well again. Everything is back. So I finally feel. “I am starting to be myself again.”

Either way, it will be a heartwarming return for Porzingis in Boston. She will get the full red carpet. A tribute video, standing ovations, high-fives and hugs from past teammates and coaches, the whole nine yards. But whether it will make him emotional or not, Porzingis can’t say.

“I don’t know. But not in the middle of the game, like, I’m not going to cry then,” Porzingis said, laughing. “But definitely, good memories. Good, good memories. Honestly, thinking about it now, I got a good feeling. Obviously I loved my team here a lot, and let’s see how tonight goes.”

Max Strauss was back as if he had never left. In his Cleveland Cavaliers season opener after missing the first 67 games of the campaign due to the recovery of his broken left foot, the 29-year-old swingman brought his signature energy and hustle as if he had been playing this entire time.

“I played hard,” Strus said after the Cavs’ 130–120 loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

“They’ve put in a lot of time and effort, and we’ve had a lot of conversations and conversations about what that looks like for them,” Donovan Mitchell said. “It’s easy for a guy to get discouraged, and he’s not one to give up, but put himself in a bad situation. But watching him keep working — obviously when I was out, we played pickup and played 1-on-1 and played 2-on-2, 3-on-3. So to see him do what he did tonight, it’s the same thing he’s been doing for about two and a half weeks, honestly. Y’all just don’t get it.” And that’s the Max Strauss we know.”

Fighting back tears, Strus talked about his confidence out of the gate.

“It was a long road,” Strus said. “I only know one way to work, and that’s go as hard as possible. I do that every day, and tonight too. I’m happy to play. I had a good night, but it doesn’t matter; we lost. I work out at the same rate every day and try to implement game speed reps and push myself to the max. I think tonight was a good demonstration of why it works and why I push myself to be that player.”

Brimming with anticipation as he waited at the scorer’s table, the Rocket Arena crowd roared as the horn sounded, and Strus checked in at the 4:53 mark of the first quarter for PA announcer Sean Peebles’ re-introduction. Immediately, with Cleveland trailing by 10, the veteran forward scored three balls in 30 seconds on a pass from James Harden on the left wing, drawing a loud ovation.

“I felt the energy,” Strus said. “It was special from the moment I went there to shoot the pregame. It shows you how much Cleveland loves their game and how much they care. I’m so grateful to be in Cleveland for this reason and to play for this organization. Our fans are second to none. I love being here and I love playing for them.”

“I loved the crowd,” Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said. “That was a really great moment, him coming in, and then hitting the first two threes. So it’s a shining light on a good day for us.”

Strus missed his next three attempts from long range at the same spot, including a transition pull-up and Donovan Mitchell’s catch-and-shoot from 27 feet. He finished the first half with 16 points and 4 rebounds in 12 minutes of action on 4-of-5 from the field.

Despite the Cooper flag and the Mavs pulling away in the second half, Strus continued his attack with two more corner threes and a sky-high putback to try to keep the Cavs within reasonable limits. It ultimately wasn’t enough to push his team over the edge, but those familiar Strus traits were back again.

He shot 7 of 9 from the field with 24 points, 8 rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes.

“I think you learn a lot about yourself when something is taken away from you,” Strus said. “I think I understand how important it is and how much it means to me that I want to come back, I want to make an impact, I want to help this team win. I love playing basketball, and I love doing it with a group of good guys. I’m happy to be back to be able to do that.”

“It was an amazing performance after seven months without playing an NBA game,” Atkinson said. “That may have been the best I’ve seen during that period of absence, and then coming into an NBA game and performing like that.”

Strus’ usual backtaps, strength as a screener, and overall destructiveness were on full display on each end. Immediately, the sentiment changed, and this is the kind of game-changer the Cavs are adding to the mix as the season winds down and the playoffs approach.

“It was the little things, the tip-outs, the two threes he hit back-to-back off our zoom action,” Mitchell said. “I set fire [screen] For that, and then he did a set and slid into the corner. Like, whether the shot is going in or not, these are the things you miss with him. And of course, Sam [Merrill] “He’s been phenomenal in that as well, so now that we have two of those guys, it’s great to see him back and be an even bigger threat for us.”

“They’re another reason I want to come back this year,” Strus said of his teammates. “I could dress it up and say, ‘Ah, I’ll be back next year.’ But I’m motivating myself to play, I want to play and everyone here is supporting me the whole time. So they wanted me to come back and be myself and help this team win. And we have a few fun months left and we are ready to do well in the playoffs. So I’m just happy to be back with the guys and help us win some games.”

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Boston Celtics later in the week, and it will be a showdown between the two top teams in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics are on a roll this season and got even better than their last game with the return of Jayson Tatum. As for the Cavs, they have been working with some new pieces on their roster, and they have helped them over the past few weeks.

Donovan Mitchell had missed the last four games with a right groin strain and it was uncertain when he would return to the court. His injury report is still pending before the game against the Celtics, but it looks like he has a chance to be fit.

Here is Mitchell’s position before his game.

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Donovan Mitchell’s injury status vs. the Celtics

Mitchell is listed as probable against the Celtics, meaning it seems likely he will return from his absence. Kenny Atkinson said Mitchell was fully involved in the Cavs’ latest practice, and it looked like he was on his way back soon.

The Cavs probably wanted to be careful with Mitchell’s injury, especially since it was a soft tissue injury, but if he didn’t feel good, they wouldn’t put him back on the court.

Injuries have piled up for the Cavs at the moment, and that’s to their key players. James Harden has a fractured right thumb, but he has found a way to deal with it, and likely won’t notice it until his season is over. Keon Ellis also has a fracture in his finger and despite this he is playing.

Jarrett Allen suffered a knee injury during the week against the Detroit Pistons, but Atkinson says it is not a long-term issue.

According to Sportsnet’s Michael Grange, the G League has become a proving ground for NBA veterans to try to return to the league, and the latest to do so is former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz, who recently signed a contract with the Toronto Raptors’ affiliate, the 905 Raptors.

Markelle Fultz has not played in the NBA this season after appearing in a few games with the Sacramento Kings last year, and will now attempt to make a comeback with the Raptors G League team. Grange suggests the Raptors could eventually consider Fultz for their 15th roster spot when they can sign someone after March 15.

Fultz was selected with the top pick in the 2017 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers. Once considered a potential franchise cornerstone during ‘The Process’ years, injuries derailed Fultz’s NBA career. He spent two seasons with the 76ers, appearing in only 33 games overall due to injury problems.

He was eventually traded to the Orlando Magic. After a promising first season with the Magic, where he played 72 games and averaged 12.1 points, Fultz suffered another injury, cutting his second year with the team short. He would play three more seasons with the Magic before entering unrestricted free agency after the 2023–24 season.

After being signed by the Kings last year, he appeared in 21 games at a rate of just over eight minutes per game. He averaged 2.9 points, 1.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists with splits of 41.8 percent shooting from the field, 50 percent shooting from the 3-point line and 100 percent shooting from the free-throw line.

As Jayson Tatum prepares to return to the lineup for the Celtics, there is a growing group of NBA prognosticators who believe he will need to sideline Jaylen Brown for the team to be successful. Although the Celtics lost to the Hornets last night, they are still in second place in the Eastern Conference. They are 41-21 this year, two games ahead of the New York Knicks in the loss column.

on the latest episode of 7pm in BrooklynNBA Hall-of-Famer and nba on nbc Studio analyst Carmelo Anthony gave his opinion on the conversation surrounding Brown’s return, saying that Tatum needs to take a back seat to his All-Star teammate.

“For so long JB has sacrificed everything. Now it’s like JT, what are you going to sacrifice? But now I’ve held down the fort for you and the entire organization. JT has to be very mature about this situation. This is no ego, no pride. We got a chance to come back and win a championship. So I have to put my pride and ego aside for the next 3 months and let JB continue to steer the ship.”

Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix made a similar comment on Wednesday, saying, “I think [Jayson] Tatum knows that by coming back he is stepping into Jaylen Brown’s team. Brown is a top five, top six MVP candidate this year. He has put this team on his back aggressively. And Tatum will have to find a way to fit in.

In 55 appearances this season, Jaylen Brown has averaged 28.9 points, 7.2 rebounds and 5 assists per game, while also recording a steal per contest. He is shooting 48% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Brown has been a driving force behind the success of the Boston Celtics, helping keep them firmly in the championship conversation.

Still, if Jayson Tatum returns to full strength, the Celtics will be a formidable team regardless of who rules each game. Over 72 games during the regular season, Jayson Tatum averaged 26.8 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists per contest, while shooting 34% from three-point range. During that period, Tatum continued to develop into a high-level playmaker, someone who was able to generate scoring opportunities for his teammates while also being offensive for himself.

Tatum will certainly demonstrate his fit with the team when he returns to the lineup on Friday against the Mavericks.

The Los Angeles Lakers visit the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night, hoping to continue their three-game winning streak. The Nuggets come into this game coming off an easy win over the struggling Utah Jazz, but still have some injury concerns, including Aaron Gordon.

He is on the injury report along with Peyton Watson and Spencer Jones, with all three players listed out on the official injury report. Gordon is dealing with a right hamstring strain, the Nuggets are also missing Curtis Jones, who is on G League assignment.

Cameron Johnson is listed as questionable, though Gordon himself is close to returning and is expected to play a role in the Nuggets’ game against the New York Knicks, according to Brett Segel of ClutchPoints.

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Aaron Gordon injury status vs. Lakers

Gordon is certain to be out of this match. He has been out of action since January 23 due to a right hamstring strain and will miss the important match.
The Nuggets (38-24) currently hold a slim half-game lead over the Lakers (37-24) in the Western Conference standings. The Lakers come to Ball Arena on a three-game winning streak and will look to take advantage of a Denver defense that has slipped to 21st in the league without players like Gordon and Watson.

Offensively, this game is headed to be a shootout, which is reflected by the massive over/under of 240.5. Denver boasts the NBA’s highest scoring offense, averaging 120.5 points per game. Their anchors are Nikola Jokic, who leads the league in both rebounds (12.6) and assists (10.3), putting up 28.7 points per night, and Jamal Murray, who is fresh off a 45-point masterclass against Utah.

However, the Lakers pose a bigger challenge. They are 3-1 against Denver in the Doncic era, including a 115-107 win on Jan. 20.

LeBron James and Co. are also relatively healthy and the official injury report does not list any players out due to injury. The Lakers’ skid prior to their current win has left them struggling near the top half of the Western Conference table, and a win against Denver will prove crucial as they look to recover.

nuggets injury report

Aaron Gordon (right hamstring strain): Out

Peyton Watson (right hamstring strain): Out

Spencer Jones (right shoulder strain): out

Curtis Jones (G League – Two-Way): Out

Cameron Johnson (right ankle inflammation): doubtful

Lakers injury report

Maxi Kleber (back pain): doubtful

There is increasing buzz about the possibility of Boston Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum returning from his Achilles injury before the end of the 2025-26 NBA regular season.

There has been no official announcement regarding this yet, but many believe that the former Duke Blue Devils star will be on the floor sooner than expected for the start.

And if it’s going to happen, will it happen this Wednesday, when Boston takes on the visiting Charlotte Hornets at TD Garden in Beantown? Here’s everything we know about Jayson Tatum’s injury and his playing status against the Hornets.

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Jayson Tatum Injury Status vs. Hornets

Despite the discussion, Tatum will not debut against the Hornets in the 2025-26 season, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

“Jayson Tatum is out ahead of tomorrow night’s Hornets-Celtics clash. Amid speculation that he could return on Wednesday, that won’t be the case for the All-Star forward,” Seagal shared via a social media post on Tuesday.

Tatum suffered an Achilles tendon injury during Game 4 of the Celtics’ second-round NBA playoff series against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York in 2025. He went under the knife the next day to repair the injury and was subsequently declared out for the rest of the playoffs and expected to be unavailable for the entire 2025–26 campaign.

However, reports have revealed that Tatum has begun participating in 5-on-5 scrimmages, leading to speculation that he is getting ready to see action this season. Additionally, he also practiced with Boston’s G League affiliate, the Maine Celtics.

In any case, the Celtics are performing well even without Tatum. They enter the meeting with Charlotte with a 41-20 record, second in the Eastern Conference standings and a three-game winning streak following a 108-81 defeat of Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.

The 28-year-old Tatum has played 585 games since being selected by the Celtics as the third overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, averaging 23.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists while shooting 45.9 percent from the field and 37.0 percent from behind the arc.

So, when the question comes whether Tatum is playing against the Hornets, the answer is no.

celtics injury report

Jayson Tatum (Achilles): out

hornet injury report

Coby White (calf): Out vs. Mavericks (Tuesday)

After numerous rumors throughout 2025, the Nike Retro Air Jordan release calendar for 2026 is filled with several classics making their long-awaited returns. Early Air Jordan numbered models continue to see a resurgence as another Jordan 3 makes its way into the rotation. This time, the “True Blue” colorway returns for the first time since 2016.

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The Air Jordan 3 was released in 1988 as Michael Jordan’s first sneaker to feature his Jumpman logo. It was the first sneaker from renowned Nike designer Tinker Hatfield, who later took over the Air Jordan numbered series. In an extensive catalog, the Air Jordan 3 always stands out as the original that launched the creative vision.

Between classics like the “Black Cement” and “White Cement” pairs, the “True Blue” colorway has been a foundational pair for the Jordan 3 legacy. For the first time since 2016, fans will have the chance to get their hands on an updated version of the popular colorway.

Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” (2026)

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– House of Heat° (@houseofheat) 26 February 2026

The Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” will follow in line with the OG version from 1988, featuring a similar silhouette shape and classic Nike Air branding on the rear heel. The colorway comes in a distinctive White/Cement Grey-True Blue scheme, complete with the iconic elephant print along the mudguard, back heel panel and eyelets. Hits of red are seen throughout for perfect contrast and balance against the white leather base.

Nike will be taking it a step further in bringing back the classic Air Jordan “Face” boxes that were in circulation from 2001-2005 and will provide an additional nostalgic detail for this release.

The Air Jordan 3 OG “True Blue” is expected to release on July 18th, 2026 at a standard retail tag of $220. Heading over to the Nike SNKRS app, we can expect full family sizes with adjusted pricing as stock should be sufficient for the sneaker’s first retro release in 10 years.

The Oklahoma City Thunder (45-15) are set to host the Denver Nuggets (37-22) for a blockbuster Northwest Division clash on Friday night at Paycom Center. Denver comes in with the NBA’s No. 1 offense (120.7 offensive rating), while Oklahoma City faces the league’s toughest defense (106.4 defensive rating).

However, all eyes are on the Thunder’s superstar point guard, who has been sidelined ahead of the All-Star break. And well, OKC fans will be happy to know that Shai-Gilgeous Alexander is completely off the official injury list for the defending champions, which means he is set to make his return after already being cleared.

OKC still has injury concerns as Jalen Williams, Ajay Mitchell, Thomas Sorber and Brandon Carlson are still out. The same is true for the Nuggets, who still have Jamal Murray listed as questionable along with several names on the injury list.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, after missing the Thunder’s last nine games due to an abdominal strain. His comeback is not only important for the Thunder, but also for his own personal appreciation.
The reigning MVP has only six games remaining under the NBA’s minimum 65-game rule to remain eligible for season-ending awards. And given his staggering averages of 31.8 points, 6.4 assists and 4.4 rebounds, he is once again an MVP contender.

Shai will be facing off against three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, who is currently a triple-double threat averaging 28.8 points, 12.5 rebounds and 10.4 assists. In their only previous meeting this season on February 1, Gilgeous-Alexander torched the Nuggets in the Mile High City, posting 34 points and 13 assists on 68% shooting to lead the Thunder to a 121–111 win.

thunderbolt injury report

Ajay Mitchell: Out (abdominal strain/left ankle sprain)

Jalen Williams: Out (right hamstring strain)

Brandon Carlson: Out (low back strain)

Thomas Sorber: Out (right ACL surgical recovery)

nuggets injury report

Jamal Murray: Questionable (illness)

Spencer Jones: Questionable (right shoulder strain)

Jalen Pickett: Questionable (right knee soreness)

Julian Strother: Probable (left big toe sprain)

Aaron Gordon: Out (right hamstring strain)

Peyton Watson: Out (right hamstring strain)

Tamar Bates: Out (left foot surgery)

Curtis Jones: Out (G League – Two-Way)

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a tough season and continue to stumble in the standings, but they look forward to the return of guard Dejounte Murray.

On January 31, 2025, Dejounte Murray suffered a torn right Achilles tendon in the Pelicans’ game against the Boston Celtics. Murray played only eight minutes and nine seconds before suffering an injury.

After missing 13 months due to an Achilles injury and working hard to return, the Pelicans guard made his season debut and return from injury on Tuesday night when the Pelicans hosted the Golden State Warriors inside the Smoothie King Center.

In a tremendous show of respect, the Pelicans reorganized their starting lineup and named Dejounte Murray at the last spot in the group while the crowd cheered him on.

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On the first play of the game, center DeAndre Jordan found Murray cutting to the left corner with a bounce pass. Murray made an acrobatic reverse layup, giving him his first basket back since the injury.

Dejounte Murray goes backdoor for his first bucket in his comeback

This is their first game after January 31, 2025!

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– ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 25 February 2026

Dejounte Murray played five minutes in his first period and ended the game to a loud ovation from the Pelicans fans. Murray finished with four points on 2-of-3 shooting from the field.

Murray had been growing rapidly over the past few weeks, but only six months after Achilles surgery did he regain some of his athletic ability. The Pelicans guard actually posted a video of himself throwing down a reverse dunk with relative ease six months into his recovery.

6 months and it feels lighter!!! 😁 I’ll see you all again soon!!! 😤😈 #dm5🖤 pic.twitter.com/PuThC0u386

– Dejounte Murray (@DejounteMurray) 20 August 2025

Since becoming a full-time starter in the 2020 season, Dejounte Murray has averaged 18.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 1.7 steals per game while shooting 45.5 percent from the field. If Murray can get back to form quickly, this could either make for an interesting part of the Pelicans’ rebuild or a great trade piece for a team lacking an athletic, do-everything guard.

It wasn’t just the Chicago Bulls facing the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night. it is marked official return After being Coby White’s traded from chicago To the Charlotte Hornets.

During a timeout in the first quarter, the Bulls Jumbotron flashed on the screen A video tribute to White. It highlights his journey from North Carolina to becoming a fan favorite in Chicago in 2019.

The Bulls paid tribute to Coby White in their first game in Chicago as part of Charlotte @clutchpoints pic.twitter.com/5HLxIaEllp

– Zachary Draves (@DravesZachary) 25 February 2026

As expected, fans at the United Center gave White a hearty applause for the ex, formerly @M4VERICK_CARTER on Twitter.

Bulls in-game tribute to Coby White pic.twitter.com/MKCsv4IBZY

– M4VERICK (@M4VERICK_CARTER) 25 February 2026

Furthermore, when he waved towards the fans, players on both sides clapped for him. Heading into Tuesday, the Bulls are trying to snap a nine-game losing streak. They’re 24-34 and haven’t won a game all month. Meanwhile, the Hornets are 27-31 and have won 7 of their last 10 games.

Before Tuesday, the questions were Regarding whether White will play, given that he is coming from shin injury. He did not play a game with the Hornets until Chicago.

In 29 games with the Bulls, White averaged 18.6 points and 4.7 assists per game. White signed the final year of his three-year, $36 million contract With Chicago in 2023.

Overall, White built a reputation An effective scorer and playmaker in Chicago. During his rookie season, White made the NBA All-Rookie Second Team. He also became the fastest player in franchise history to score 500 career 3-pointers in 237 games.

In March 2025, he was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month. That same month, White won two Player of the Week honors. Overall, White scored 6,945 points with Chicago.

Memphis Grizzlies franchise star Ja Morant has always worn his heart on his sleeve since his days as a high-flyer for the Murray State basketball program. Morant took the country by storm with his generational talent and has been entertaining NBA fans since being drafted second overall in 2019. As was the case with his previous releases, Morant recently shared his Murray State Nike Ja 3 signature shoes.

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Ja Morant paved quite the way for himself at Murray State, and became the program’s all-time leader in single-season assists (331), single-season points (808), and career assists. In 2018–2019, Morant became the first player in NCAA men’s basketball history to average 20+ points and 10+ assists per game.

After linking up with Nike and releasing his first signature sneakers shortly thereafter, the Nike Ja 3 stands out as Morant’s most unique creation to date. The stunning silhouette is uniquely linked to his electric play on the court and this upcoming “Murray State” colorway serves as a constant reminder of where Morant became a household name.

Nike J3 “Murray State”

Official Retailer Images: Nike Jaa 3 “Murray State” 🐻
📆 5th March
👪 Adult + GS Size
💰 $125 / $102

Take a closer look: https://t.co/ItnM2TTeDT pic.twitter.com/0TmPf5px5I

– Sneaker News (@SneakerNews) 23 February 2026

Ja Morant rocks the Nike Ja 3 “Murray State” pic.twitter.com/t81kCkTyLe

– Complex Sneakers (@ComplexSneakers) 22 January 2026

Morant released previous “Murray State” versions of his Nike Ja 1 and Ja 2 sneakers over the past two years, all of which were a uniform white/blue/yellow colorway to match the Racers’ school colors. Sporting a “Claw” design throughout the Nike Ja 3, the left shoe will feature alternating scratch marks with a yellow-to-blue gradient, while the right shoe of both shoes will feature a blue-to-yellow gradient for a mismatched look.

Based on the ZoomX outsole, the shoe will feature a White base on the upper, tongue and sockliner. We see Electric Blue/Yellow Nike Swooshes on the lateral side of both shoes, framed by a metallic JA logo on the tongue. Overall, this is definitely the most unique “Murray State” colorway we’ve seen from the signature line yet.

The Nike J3 “Murray State” will release on March 5th, 2025 for a standard retail tag of $125. The shoes will come in full family sizes with adjusted pricing and are expected to be available on Nike SNKRS release day. Usually available in ample stock, be sure to also check your local Nike retailers to see if they are stocking pairs.

What are your thoughts on Morant’s latest Nike Ja 3 creation?

The Charlotte Hornets will face the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday in Chicago. Coby White will make his official return to the United Center after being traded to Charlotte.

According to Will Gottlieb of the CHGO Bulls, during warmups, White took time to reflect on the moment he thought his career in Chicago was over. His last game with the Bulls was on February 3 against the Milwaukee Bucks. In that game, White scored 21 points and played 30 minutes.

After all, White already knew this would happen.

“I feel like … you can read between the lines. It’s not hard in this league and this business to see what’s going on.”

“I feel like … you can read between the lines. It’s not hard in this league and this business to see what’s going on.”

🗣️ Kobe White on playing his last game with the Bulls

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– CHGO Bulls (@CHGO_Bulls) 24 February 2026

Meanwhile, according to Fox 32’s Tina Nguyen, White’s former Bulls teammate Trey Jones is waiting for this opportunity. During practice, Jones said he fully expected White to do whatever he had to do while recovering from a calf injury.

“We felt like he’ll definitely make a push to get back in this game,” Jones said. “Playing with his former team is a quick transition. We know what he brings to the table. He can space really well and score at a high level.”

#Bull Trey Jones on Coby White: “We felt like he’ll definitely make a push to get back in this game. It’s a quick turnaround to play with your former team.”

Jones also said, “We know what he brings to the table. He can space really well and score at a high level.” #nba pic.twitter.com/b9LhSLGHXG

– Tina Nguyen (@ttinanguyen) 24 February 2026

White still has not played a game for the Hornets. Meanwhile, he averaged 18.6 points and 4.7 assists in 29 games with the Bulls.

Plus, the Hornets are knocking on the door to the play-in game with a 27-31 record. Charlotte has won seven of its last ten games. Meanwhile, the Bulls are facing defeat in nine matches for the first time in seven years.

On Tuesday evening, the New Orleans Pelicans will play at home against the Golden State Warriors. For the first time in more than a year, Dejounte Murray will be in the lineup for the Pelicans as he takes the field for the first time since tearing his Achilles last season, his first in New Orleans. Here’s everything we know about Murray’s injury and his playing status against the Warriors.

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Dejounte Murray’s playing status against the Warriors on Tuesday

It will certainly be a sight for sore eyes when Dejounte Murray takes the field against Golden State on Tuesday. It’s unclear at this point whether or not head coach James Borrego plans to make the point guard the starting point guard, but regardless, he’s sure to get a big reception from the fans at the Smoothie King Center whenever he steps on the field.

Meanwhile, Trey Murphy III will be out for the Pelicans with a right shoulder injury, while Yves Messi is also out with a left calf strain.

For the Warriors, Stephen Curry will be out of the lineup as he deals with a knee injury, while new trade acquisition Kristaps Porzingis is also out due to illness. Draymond Green and De’Anthony Melton both have questionable play.

Murray was acquired by the Pelicans in the summer of 2024 from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for a package centered on Dyson Daniels, who won the Most Improved Player of the Year award in his first season in Atlanta.

Murray’s tenure with New Orleans was a bit of a mixed bag before tearing his Achilles last year, but he will certainly provide a steady balance of playmaking and shot creation to a Pelicans team that desperately needs both.

The Pelicans and Warriors are expected to tip off at 8:00 pm ET.

The Phoenix Suns were hoping to get off to a great start to the second half of the season, but those plans hit a major roadblock Thursday night.

Devin Booker, the heartbeat of the Suns’ offense, fouled out early during a high-stakes Western Conference showdown against the San Antonio Spurs. The team later confirmed that the five-time All-Star would not return due to a sore right hip, leaving a large void in the lineup.

The Phoenix Suns guard was trying to find his rhythm after the All-Star break before his night was cut short due to injury. Booker checked out, playing only 9 minutes, finishing with five points and 1 rebound. He struggled to find his stroke from deep, going 0-of-2 from beyond the arc, but he was active at the rim and the charity stripe to keep the Suns competitive early.

After the break, the Suns (32-24) are locked in a tight race to avoid the play-in tournament. Facing a red-hot San Antonio Spurs team that entered the night with a seven-game winning streak, the Suns already suffered a loss due to Dillon Brooks’ one-game suspension.

With Booker sidelined, the onus falls on Jalen Green and Mark Williams. The Spurs took full advantage of Booker’s absence, fueled by impressive performances from Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox, and Devin Vassell, who all posted 20+ points in the third quarter. The Spurs lead 89-63 heading into the third quarter at the Moody Center.

Attention has now turned to the severity of Booker’s hip issue. He has already dealt with managing a right ankle injury throughout February, and any extended absence of the Suns’ leading scorer, who averages 25.2 points per game, could be devastating to their seeding hopes.

The Sons are back in action soon, and Wally will be holding his breath for an update on his superstar’s status.

It’s not often that a three-time Cy Young winner and two-time World Series champion is roaming free agency as major league camps get underway.

But 41-year-old Max Scherzer is still without contract until 2026. He was almost done with his third World Series ring as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays last season.

Insider Ken Rosenthal gives us the latest on Mad Max’s free agency on the Foul Territory Podcast.

I talked to Max Scherzer… and he said he’s looking to sign with the right team right now. He’s ready to go, he’s healthy, he’s good. But he’s not going to sign just like that any team Whoever offers him wants the right team. He has a few teams in mind. And if he doesn’t get a good enough offer from one of those teams, he’s willing to wait until the season starts.

But then Rosenthal suggested that a scenario that has already begun to unfold could see Mad Max land back in Toronto. Once injuries start to hit pitching staffs around the majors this spring, teams will start to get a little more desperate for some depth to their rotation.

And it just so happens that the Blue Jays have already suffered some setbacks. It was recently announced that Bowden Francis would undergo UCL reconstruction surgery on his right elbow. He suffered what is being described as a “serious injury” while throwing a pitch during the ramp-up to spring training.

Additionally, it was also revealed that Shane Bieber would begin the season on the injured list. His spring ramp-up will be delayed due to right forearm inflammation. Manager John Schneider said it had been bothering him since the end of the World Series.

Is a Max Scherzer reunion with the Blue Jays still possible?

Rosenthal says all this could mean that Jays may still be paying Scherzer for the calls.

You look at his former team, the Toronto Blue Jays, a team he loved pitching for. They already have some problems with pitchers getting injured. Bowden Francis is out for the season. Shane Bieber, we knew something was wrong when he chose… exercised his player option.

So they have some physical concerns, and I’m sure at some point, if it becomes more intense for them, they will be more interested in Max Scherzer.

Of course, the Jays won’t be the only team to deal with pitching injuries this spring or as the season begins. There is no guarantee of a Scherzer reunion. But the departure of another John Schneider & Co. employee could mean that the return of Mad Max isn’t far off.

Scherzer had a difficult regular season in Toronto amid injuries and poor performance. His ERA in 17 starts was 5.19. But he came up big in the playoffs, posting a 3.77 ERA in three starts.