
Trail Blazers Edge Suns Late, Set Up Tough Playoff Clash With Spurs
Portland survives a late scare against Phoenix to clinch the seventh seed and a daunting matchup with San Antonio.

Portland survives a late scare against Phoenix to clinch the seventh seed and a daunting matchup with San Antonio.

The Portland Trail Blazers are reportedly prepared to pursue Celtics star Jaylen Brown if he becomes available, as the franchise continues searching for a marquee player to accelerate its rise in the Western Conference.

Portland rookie center Donovan Clingan was ejected after a Flagrant 2 foul against Memphis forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper, forcing the Trail Blazers to adjust their rotation during a tightly contested game.

Despite limited NBA minutes during his latest call-up, rookie guard Nolan Traoré remains a key developmental focus for the Brooklyn Nets following an impressive G League stretch.

The AFC Championship spotlight has moved off the field as Broncos coach Sean Payton and Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte exchange playful barbs ahead of Sunday’s clash.

Cleveland Guardians prospect Travis Bazzana will represent Australia in the World Baseball Classic, hoping to showcase his nation’s talent ahead of his MLB debut.