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Three NBA teams are contending for one automatic playoffs spot and here is how they can do it. 


NBA regular season is almost over, with the playoffs approaching fast, where franchises are trying hard to secure a spot in the postseason

With one game remaining in the 2025-26 NBA regular season, the Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic, and Philadelphia 76ers are locked in a tight race for the No. 6 seed in the East

Three NBA teams contend for one automatic playoff spot; Here is how each can clinch

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Three NBA teams contend for one automatic playoff spot

Lakers coach JJ Redick has blasted on Deandre Ayton's ball-handling struggles after the blowout loss to the Thunder.


The blunt assessment comes as the Lakers head into the playoffs on a three-game losing streak

Lakers are without three starters recently, namely, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James

Lakers coach JJ Redick blasts Deandre Ayton's ball-handling struggles after blowout loss to Thunder

Deandre Ayton, JJ Redick, Lakers

Lakers’ JJ Redick blasts Deandre Ayton's ball-handling struggles

Anthony Davis has finally expressed his frustration over his blockbuster trade from the Lakers to the Mavericks last year. 

The trade, one of the most stunning in recent NBA history, sent Doncic to the Lakers in exchange for Davis, Max Christie, and a future first-round pick

Wizards and the Mavericks have been struggling this season while JJ Redick’s side has already made it to the postseason

Anthony Davis finally shows frustration over Lakers trading him for Luka Doncic to Mavericks

Anthony Davis

Davis finally tells his side of story over Lakers trading him for Luka Doncic

Kevin Durant silenced Dillon Brooks with a brutal trash talk and nasty crossover as the Rockets beat the Suns. 


Durant finished with 24 points, four rebounds, and three assists

Rockets came from a 21-point deficit to secure the win against Suns

Kevin Durant shuts down Dillon Brooks with trash talk as Rockets beat Suns

Kevin Durant, Dillon Brooks

A look at Victor Wembanyama’s latest injury update ahead of the Spurs’ NBA clash against the Trail Blazers. Will he play on Wednesday? Find out. 

Spurs have already secured a playoff berth in the 2025-26 season

Spurs, the host, are 60-19 ahead of the clash against the visitors, who are 40-39 this season

Victory Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama’s latest injury update ahead of Spurs vs Portland NBA clash

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IPL 2026

Chennai Super Kings rode on Sanju Samson's century and Jamie Overton's four-fer to thrash Delhi Capitals by 23 runs to record their first win in IPL 2026

CSK's Jamie Overton (L) and Sanju Samson in frame. (IPL/X)

IPL 2026: Samson-Overton's magic helps CSK record first win after sinking DC

Chennai Super Kings' Ayush Mhatre had to retire out despite scoring a brilliant 39-ball 56 against against Delhi Capitals in their IPL 2026 clash

CSK's Ayush Mhatre scored an impressive 36-ball 59 against DC

Mhatre was retired out despite hitting a brilliant half century

CSK's Ayush Mhatre (R) and Ruturaj Gaikwad in frame. (Screenshot)

DECODED: Why Ayush Mhatre was retired out during CSK vs DC IPL 2026 clash

IPL 2026: Captain Ishan Kishan admitted that SRH's batters failed to execute despite getting the blistering start which  he thinks led to their six-wicket defeat against PBKS

Ishan Kishan rued SRH's six-wicket defeat against PBKS

PBKS chased down the 220-run target with 7 balls to spare

L-R: SRH's Heinrich Klaasen (L), Ishan Kishan (C) and Abhishek Sharma in frame. (Getty)

'We're not good at...': Ishan Kishan admits SRH's biggest flaw after losi

Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in match seventeen of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

Ashwin lauds Shreyas Iyer after PBKS' dominating win vs SRH.

Shreyas Iyer played an unbeaten match winning 69 off 33 balls vs SRH.

PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer in frame. (X)

R Ashwin lauds Shreyas Iyer after PBKS' dominating win against SRH

Shreyas Iyer made it clear that he might have missed the IPL title in 2025 but wants to lift it this year. Iyer's comment came after PBKS's stunning win over SRH

PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer played a match-winning knock of 33-ball 69 against SRH

PBKS crushed SRH by six wickets

'Will take a lot of effort to envision that': Shreyas Iyer opens up on PBKS IPL 

 Shreyas Iyer led from the front, scoring an unbeaten 69 off 33 balls that helped the Punjab Kings (PBKS) to register a comfortable six-wicket win vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). 

PBKS defeated SRH by six wickets.

Shreyas Iyer scored 69 off 33 balls.

Shreyas Iyer (BCC/IPL)

Iyer leads from the front as PBKS stun SRH by six wickets in a run-fest tie

Sanju Samson struck a spellbinding century to script history for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2026 clash against Delhi Capitals

Sanju Samson created history after cracking a sensational century in the IPL 2026 clash against DC

Sanju Samson scored a blistering 56-ball 115

CSK's star batter Sanju Samson in this frame. (X)

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson outdoes MS Dhoni with magical ton during CSK vs DC clash

Mumbai started their IPL 2026 campaign well with a win over Kolkata Knight Riders, but things haven’t gone their way since then. They have lost their last two matches and are currently placed in the lower half of the points table.


Jasprit Bumrah yet to pick a wicket in IPL 2026. 

MI will face RCB in their upcoming IPL 2026 clash. 

Mumbai Indians' Jasprit Bumrah bowls during the Indian Premier League (IPL) (Getty)

MI breaks silence on wicketless Jasprit Bumrah's form ahead of RCB clash

Bhuvneshwar Kumar credited Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless approach as his 26-ball 78 helped Rajasthan Royals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru with 2 overs to spare.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi thwarted Bhuvneshwar Kumar's plans in powerplay overs.

Sooryavanshi made the run chase of 202 look easy for Royals. 

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'We felt we couldn't do anything...': Bhuvneshwar on Sooryavanshi's 26-ball 78

An in-form Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can create T20 and IPL cricket history when he takes guard against Sunrisers Hyderabad next week.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi needs 99 more runs to complete 1,000 T20 runs.

Sooryavanshi needs 48 more runs to become joint-fastest to 500 IPL runs. 

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel

Fastest to 1,000 T20 runs: Can Sooryavanshi equal 2 AUS batters' all-time record

As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been treating newbies and proven international performers alike, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal expects him to be India's youngest debutant.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi holds the orange cap and has struck 18 sixes in IPL 2026 already.

Sooryavanshi has not shown restraint against the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Josh Hazlewood.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Shimron Hetmyer

After Sooryavanshi thrashes RCB, IPL chairman sends 'debut' message to Agarkar

Dawid Malan has come up with a strange idea to provide balance between bat and ball by legalising ball-tampering. 

Dawid Malan wants scratching the ball should be allowed, not considered ball tampering.

Malan feels legalising ball tampering will help bowlers compete in death overs. 

Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Shaheen Shah Afridi 

England's former no.1 T20I batter wants ball-tampering legalised but says 'don't

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi does not let the stature of a bowler get into his head and looks to hit the ball with same attacking approach. 

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit Josh Hazlewood for 3 fours and a six in an over.

Sooryavanshi scored 78 runs from just 26 balls in the run chase against RCB. 

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Play the ball, not the bowler': Sooryavanshi's mantra vs Bumrah, Hazlewood 

Daryl Mitchell took a leaf out of R Ashwin's playbook in an attempt to unsettle Usman Tariq who takes a long pause before delivering the ball.

Daryl Mitchell pulled out of his batting stride twice against Usman Tariq.

The on-field umpire intervened and had a conversation with Mitchell. 

Daryl Mitchell, Usman Tariq

Mitchell follows Ashwin's advice in PSL, steps away from crease vs Tariq - WATCH

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continued his sensational IPL 2026 run with a blistering 78, matching a rare record as Rajasthan Royals maintained their dominant start.


Vaibhav Sooryavanshi equals rare IPL record with second 15-ball fifty.

Rajasthan Royals stay unbeaten with four straight wins in IPL 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the frame (X).

After blistering knock vs RCB, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes second IPL batter...

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Chelsea manager has delayed a full statement on Enzo Fernandez’s suspension amid transfer rumors. 

Fernández will miss Chelsea’s crucial Premier League clash against Manchester City this weekend

Rosenior, who believes Fernandez “crossed a line,” has stood firm on the disciplinary decision

Chelsea’s Rosenior delays full statement on Enzo Fernández suspension

Liam Rosenior, Enzo Fernandez

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has provided a huge update on his side’s comeback plans vs Bayern Munich for the second leg of the UEFA Champions League. 

The comments come amid pressure on the Spanish giants, who must now secure at least a two-goal margin in Munich to progress without extra time

Real Madrid has a storied history of dramatic European comebacks, and Arbeloa has expressed faith that his squad possesses 

Real Madrid coach believes in remontada against Bayern Munich

Alvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid, FC Bayern Munich

Paul Pogba has broken the silence on his future with AS Monaco. Here is what the Frenchman has said.  


Pogba joined the club on a two-year deal in the summer of 2025 after his ban was reduced

Pogba’s recent return to the pitch has been viewed as a positive step

Paul Pogba breaks silence on his future with AS Monaco

Paul Pogba, AS Monaco

Arsenal has suffered another shock defeat to Bournemouth at home amid the title race vs Manchester City.


Viktor Gyökeres equalized from the penalty spot in the 35th minute after Bournemouth had taken a surprise 17th-minute lead through Kroupi

The result leaves Arsenal vulnerable at the top of the table as the season enters its decisive phase

Arsenal suffers shock 1-2 home defeat to Bournemouth in major title setback

Arsenal, Bournemouth, Arsenal, Premier League

Barcelona has provided a huge update on Frenkie de Jong ahead of Barcelona’s clash vs Espanyol and Atletico Madrid. 

Hansi Flick named Frenkie de Jong in the matchday squad for Saturday’s La Liga Catalan derby

The Dutch midfielder is also expected to be fully fit for Barcelona’s crucial upcoming clash against Atletico Madrid

Frenkie de Jong

Big update on Frenkie de Jong ahead of Barcelona’s clash vs Espanyol & Atletico 

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Oliver Bearman was spotted limping after his heavy crash at the Japanese Grand Prix, raising concerns despite a strong 2026 start.


Bearman escaped major injury but is still feeling the effects of the crash after avoiding contact with Franco Colapinto.

The Haas rookie has impressed with 17 points, outperforming teammate Esteban Ocon early in the season.

Oliver Bearman of Haas during the qualifying ahead of the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Japan on March 28, 2026.

WATCH: Oliver Bearman spotted limping in Japan after massive Japanese Grand Prix

Max Verstappen sparks retirement concerns after slamming 2026 regulations, with father Jos Verstappen fearing a loss of motivation.

Verstappen slams new Formula One rules, comparing them to “Mario Kart” and questioning competitiveness.

Jos Verstappen admits concern over Max’s fading interest as he struggles in a difficult 2026 season.

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing answers questions in the TV media pen during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on March 28, 2026 in Suzuka, Japan.

Amid retirement speculations, Max Verstappen's father drops bombshell

Charles Leclerc stuns with a bold overtake on George Russell at the Japanese Grand Prix, earning a fiery radio reaction from Ferrari.


Charles Leclerc pulls off a daring move on George Russell despite battery drama in closing laps.

Strong 2026 form continues as Leclerc secures second podium and climbs to P3 in standings.

Third placed Charles Leclerc of Monaco and Scuderia Ferrari lifts his trophy on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on March 29, 2026 in Suzuka, Japan.

Charles Leclerc's race engineer drops amazing reaction to his overtake

Max Verstappen sparks retirement talk after criticizing F1 rules, but Laurent Mekies remains confident he will stay.


Max Verstappen unhappy with “anti-driving” regulations amid poor 2026 start.

Laurent Mekies backs team to deliver a competitive car and change Verstappen’s mood.

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing walks in the paddock during the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on March 29, 2026 in Suzuka, Japan.

Amid Max Verstappen’s retirement hints, Laurent Mekies remains optimistic

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen’s future comes under scrutiny as frustration fuels fresh retirement speculation in Formula 1.

Max Verstappen’s dissatisfaction with current F1 conditions raises questions about his long-term plans.

Insider insights shed light on whether the Dutch star is considering stepping away or pushing for change.

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Asia Cup 2025

All eyes will be on Abhishek Sharma in the action-packed India versus Pakistan's Asia Cup 2025 final which is slated to be played September 28

India's star opener Abhishek Sharma in this frame

Abhishek Sharma on brink of shattering Virat Kohli's all-time record in IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 final

PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup: Taskin Ahmed complete his special century as he became just the 3rd Bangladeshi player to take 100 T20I wickets

Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed in this frame

Taskin Ahmed becomes only 3rd Bangladeshi player to bag this T20I feat

The explosive New Zealand batter will be featuring in the three-match T20I series against Australia that will be commencing from October 1

Tim Seifert in this frame

Tim Seifert needs to hit 8 sixes in Australia T20Is to surpass Brendon McCullum on this elite list

Buttler has now become the wicketkeeper-batter to record the joint-most ducks in the history of T20Is 

Jos Buttler in this frame

Jos Buttler equals unwanted T20I record after recording a duck against Ireland in 3rd T20I

The former West Indies batter played a brilliant knock for the Trinbago Knight Riders in CPL qualifier against St. Lucia Kings 

Nicholas Pooran in this frame

Nicholas Pooran joins Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in elite list with quick-fire fifty in CPL 2025 

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The Monte Carlo Masters final will feature Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner for the first time in 2026, with the No. 1 ranking on the line. 


The winner will claim the trophy and reclaim or improve the top spot in the rankings

Alcaraz arrives with strong form as title defender, while Sinner seeks his first title at the event after a dominant run through the draw

Alcaraz and Sinner set for Monte-Carlo Masters final with No. 1 ranking on line

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Iyer leads from the front as PBKS stun SRH by six wickets in a run-fest tie

Iyer leads from the front as PBKS stun SRH by six wickets in a run-fest tie

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson outdoes MS Dhoni with magical ton during CSK vs DC clash

MI breaks silence on wicketless Jasprit Bumrah's form ahead of RCB clash

'We felt we couldn't do anything...': Bhuvneshwar on Sooryavanshi's 26-ball 78

Fastest to 1,000 T20 runs: Can Sooryavanshi equal 2 AUS batters' all-time record

After Sooryavanshi thrashes RCB, IPL chairman sends 'debut' message to Agarkar

England's former no.1 T20I batter wants ball-tampering legalised but says 'don't

'Play the ball, not the bowler': Sooryavanshi's mantra vs Bumrah, Hazlewood

Mitchell follows Ashwin's advice in PSL, steps away from crease vs Tariq - WATCH

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson outdoes MS Dhoni with magical ton during CSK vs DC clash

MI breaks silence on wicketless Jasprit Bumrah's form ahead of RCB clash

'We felt we couldn't do anything...': Bhuvneshwar on Sooryavanshi's 26-ball 78

Fastest to 1,000 T20 runs: Can Sooryavanshi equal 2 AUS batters' all-time record

After Sooryavanshi thrashes RCB, IPL chairman sends 'debut' message to Agarkar

England's former no.1 T20I batter wants ball-tampering legalised but says 'don't

'Play the ball, not the bowler': Sooryavanshi's mantra vs Bumrah, Hazlewood

Mitchell follows Ashwin's advice in PSL, steps away from crease vs Tariq - WATCH

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