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Sean Highkin: Damian Lillard on Tiago Splitter: “I thought he did well. Being launched into that seat out of nowhere, unexpected, having to be a leader of men in this league is tough. Having to deal with minutes and managing personalities and rotations is tough. He did a great job on the fly.”
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Sean Highkin: Damian Lillard: “More Dame on Tiago: “I think a lot of our success down the stretch of the season is because of him.”
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Sean Highkin: Damian Lillard: “We had a great season, in my opinion. Taking a big step for our group, making it back to the playoffs, we experienced a lot of adversity. There were a lot of opportunities for us to fold and pack it in, and we didn’t.”
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The Philadelphia Eagles traded up with the division rival Dallas Cowboys in last weekend’s 2026 NFL Draft to select USC star wide receiver Makai Lemon with the No. 20 overall pick. The Eagles gave up two first-round picks to move from No. 23 to No. 20 overall, proving their excitement to land the offensive weapon.
On Thursday, April 30, ahead of rookie minicamp, Philadelphia and Lemon agreed to his rookie deal. Lemon becomes the first first-rounder to sign his first NFL contract this year.
The New York Knicks will try to close out the Atlanta Hawks in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series. The Knicks have won the past two games to take a 3-2 lead in the series. If New York wins Game 6, it will advance to the second round and face the winner of the Philadelphia 76ers-Boston Celtics series. The Knicks are favored by 2.5 points in Game 6.
How to watch New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks
Date: Thursday, April 30
Time: 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m.
MADISON – Kelly Sheffield has a lot to like as he looks at the Wisconsin volleyball team’s 2026 roster.
“I love the roster that we have right now,” Sheffield said. “I love the ability to grow with this group. This group is going to be feisty and get after it on Day 1.”
That puts Sheffield’s Badgers in an enviable position as the spring transfer portal window opens May 1 for 15 days. As of April 30, the longtime UW coach did not see an “incredible need” for the 2026 roster.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) attempt to secure the loose ball during an NBA playoffs game on April 29, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers still hold control of their first-round series, but the momentum has shifted in a way that can no longer be ignored.
After building a 3-0 series lead, the Lakers have dropped back-to-back games to the Houston Rockets, and Game 5 revealed exactly why: turnovers, inconsistent offense, and a Houston team converting L.A.’s mistakes into momentum.
Manchester United told to pay £65m to sign top transfer target – Report
Manchester United Target Ajax Star Mika Godts in £65m Transfer Talks
Mika Godts has emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting young attackers, with Ajax placing a significant valuation on their in-demand winger amid growing interest from Manchester United.
The 20-year-old has developed rapidly since joining Ajax’s academy setup in January 2023, following spells at Anderlecht and Genk.
HOUSTON, TEXAS – APRIL 26: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets sits on the bench with Alperen Sengun #28 during the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Four of the First Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Toyota Center on April 26, 2026 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – APRIL 15: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors smile during the game during the 2025 SoFi Play-In Tournament on April 15, 2025 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement.