Jalen Williams’ strong defensive return helped Oklahoma City secure a gritty win, even as the Thunder acknowledged room for improvement after allowing Portland’s Deni Avdija to frequently reach the free-throw line.
Philadelphia linebacker Jalyx Hunt delivered a standout performance in the Eagles’ 10–7 win over Green Bay, anchoring a dominant defense that continues to fuel the defending champions’ strong start.
Orlando takes a 3-1 series lead, but its coach insists the team remains focused on finishing the job.
Behind a scorching 45-point performance from Jamal Murray, the injury-hit Denver Nuggets held off a spirited Utah Jazz squad for a narrow 128–125 win that underscored both Denver’s depth and its urgency to get healthy.
Denver erased a 20-point deficit behind Jamal Murray’s explosive second half to secure a dramatic road victory.
Oregon State has hired Alabama assistant JaMarcus Shephard as its new head coach, signaling a fresh start for the Beavers’ football program after a difficult 2025 season.