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Starting next season, the NCAA will increase the number of teams in its March Madness tournaments to 76, introducing additional early-round games while maintaining the existing format.
Victor Wembanyama made a significant impact in his return, leading the Spurs to a strong victory over the Blazers, now holding a 3-1 series advantage.
In a thrilling finish, LeBron James scored 29 points, including a crucial 3-pointer late in the game, to secure a 112-108 win for the Lakers against the Rockets.
Strategic angle: Jaylen Brown scored 14 of his 31 points in a pivotal third quarter, leading the Boston Celtics to victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Strategic angle: Brackets for the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments are set to be revealed. Duke is expected to be the men's top overall seed. The undefeated UConn Huskies will likely lead the women's.
Strategic angle: The two-time MVP continues to be sidelined as the Bucks face the Hawks.
Strategic angle: Detractors point to Adebayo's one-of-a-kind stat line as proof of stat-padding.
The 2026 NBA draft raises pivotal questions about nine leading freshmen, including Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson, with potential downstream impact on franchise planning.
The Warriors face a pivotal moment as Kristaps Porzingis, acquired in February, is sidelined by an undisclosed illness. This situation could reshape their strategic outlook.