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Reid ended with 23 points (10-17 FG, 3-5 3Pt), six rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes during Sunday's 99-96 win over the Warriors. Reid made a significant impact during only 21 minutes of work. Sunday's game flow revealed a continuing correlation between Reid and Gobert, although the two shared the court for a few minutes in the second quarter. Karl-Anthony Towns' return seemed to have no bearing on Reid's usage, as the two shared the court frequently when Gobert took breaks. Reid was especially effective in the fourth quarter, scoring 10 points that included two three-pointers.

Timberwolves' Naz Reid: Explodes for team-high 23 points

Cleveland, OH

Diakite sat out the G League's Cleveland Charge's game Saturday versus the Motor City Cruise due to a team-imposed suspension. It's unclear why Diakite was withheld from the Charge's final game of the regular season or whether he'll appear for the opening round of the G League playoffs. Diakite is one of the Cavaliers' two two-way players.

Cavaliers' Mamadi Diakite: Out due to suspension

Okoro won't return to Sunday's game against Houston due to left knee soreness, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. Okoro started Sunday's matchup and tallied four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT) and a rebound in nine minutes prior to departing in the first half. It's unclear whether his knee issue will prevent him from playing Tuesday in Atlanta.

Cavaliers' Isaac Okoro: Won't return Sunday

Garza posted 47 points (19-26 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 15 rebounds and two steals in 40 minutes during Saturday's 133-121 loss to Lakeland. Garza led all players in Saturday's game in scoring and rebounds while finishing three points shy of the 50-point mark in a double-double performance. Garza averaged 31.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.3 blocks in six G League contests this season.

Timberwolves' Luka Garza: Nears 50 points in double-double

Saint Louis, MO

Thomas (illness) will return to the lineup Saturday versus Anaheim. Look for Thomas to return to a featured role following his one-game absence, centering the top line and No. 1 power-play unit against the Ducks. The 23-year-old pivot has racked up 16 goals and 60 points through 67 contests this campaign.

Blues' Robert Thomas: Back at it

Indianapolis, IN

Queen recorded 29 points (14-23 FG, 1-6 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists, three steals and one block in 39 minutes during Friday's 114-110 win over Delaware. Queen scored at least 20 points for a third straight game and is playing at a high level heading into the G League playoffs. Across 35 appearances, he's averaging 22.9 points per game.

Pacers' Trevelin Queen: Scores 29 points in win

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Saint Petersburg, FL

The Rays optioned Chirinos to Triple-A Durham on Sunday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Chirinos will open the season in the minors after losing out to Josh Fleming in the competition for the No. 5 spot in the Rays' rotation. After missing most of the past two seasons while recovering from August 2020 Tommy John surgery, Chirinos reported to camp without any limitations but wasn't able to solidify a rotation spot after logging a 6.57 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 10:6 K:BB across 12.1 Grapefruit League innings.

Rays' Yonny Chirinos: Headed to Triple-A

New York City, NY

Lafreniere had a goal and an assist in Saturday's 4-3 win over Florida. Lafreniere took a cross-ice pass from defender Jacob Trouba and fooled Radko Gudas forehand-backhand before beating Sergei Bobrovsky late in the second. He had gone eight games without any points, dating back to March 9 in Montreal. And it was Lafreniere's first assist since Feb. 11, a span of 20 games. He has 15 goals and 19 assists in 72 games, which is a slight bump from last season's 31 points, including 19 goals. Lafreniere's growth has been slow, but don't give up on him in dynasty formats.

Rangers' Alexis Lafreniere: Snaps major droughts

Lindgren (upper body) is day-to-day and won't play Saturday versus Florida, Colin Stephenson of Newsday reports. Lindgren also sat out Thursday's 2-1 win over Carolina following his return to the lineup Tuesday from an 11-game absence. He has produced 18 points, 70 shots on goal, 88 blocks and 64 hits in 58 contests this campaign. Ben Harpur is slated to play Saturday.

Rangers' Ryan Lindgren: Unavailable against Panthers

Seattle, WA

Crawford is out of the lineup Friday after fouling a ball off his foot, SShannon Drayer of Seattle Sports 710 AM reports. Crawford was scheduled to hit at the top of the otrder and play shortstop, but the infielder was scratched as a precaution. The 28-year-old is considered day-to-day, but at this point there's little reason to think he won't be ready to go for the regular season.

Mariners' J.P. Crawford: Out after fouling ball off foot

Houston, TX

Buttrey was informed that he did not make the Astros' Opening Day roster Saturday, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports. Buttrey was with the team in camp on a minor-league deal, and he surrendered five earned runs across nine innings of work. He'll likely begin the season with Triple-A Sugar Land and could serve as depth out of Houston's bullpen at some point during the regular season.

Astros' Ty Buttrey: Doesn't make team

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THE son of a famed restaurant owner in New York City has died after a freak accident at Madison Square Garden. After a New York Rangers game on Saturday, Ernest Vogliano Jr., 61, was riding an escalator railing inside the arena when he suddenly fell nearly three floors to his death.

Ernest Vogliano, 61, plunges to his death in Madison Square Garden after son of famed restaurateur suffered freak fall

Kansas City, MO

Taylor was optioned to Triple-A Omaha on Saturday. Taylor, Josh Staumont and Richard Lovelady all fell short of making the Royals' Opening Day bullpen. After dealing with a back injury for all of 2022, Taylor will be focused on building up arm strength with Omaha to start the year, Anne Rogers of MLB.com reports.

Royals' Josh Taylor: Among roster cuts

Green contributed 30 points (10-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one rebound, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Sunday's 108-91 loss to the Cavaliers. Green topped 30 points for the second time in his past three games, continuing what has been a nice stretch of offensive production. While supporting stats remain an issue, he has at least been able to do what he does best, which is score the basketball. In fact, he has been a top 85 player over the past two weeks, much improved from his season-long rank of 187. As long as efficiency and defense are not high on your list of priorities, Green remains a solid option, even in 12-team formats.

Rockets' Jalen Green: Drops game-high 30 points

Atlanta, GA

Trae Young was ejected during Saturday's game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Indiana Pacers due to an incident that took place in the third quarter. With the game tied at 84 apiece, Young grew frustrated with the way the game was being called. He bounced the ball in frustration before chucking it at the official, drawing an immediate technical foul and ejection for the outburst.

Hawks' Trae Young ejected for throwing ball at official, is now one technical foul away from suspension

Boston, MA

Bergeron (illness) won't play Sunday against Carolina. Bergeron will sit out at least one game, which will bring his five-game point streak to an end. He had three goals and five assists during that span to give him 57 points in 72 contests this campaign. David Krejci will center Boston's top line during Bergeron's absence.

Bruins' Patrice Bergeron: Not playing Sunday

Chicago, IL

Gonzalez could lose out on a roster spot to begin the season in favor of Leury Garcia, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. Gonzalez has had an inconsistent spring, leaving his status for Opening Day in flux. On one hand, he's slugged four home runs and added a double across 40 Cactus League at-bats. However, Gonzalez has also struck out 15 times in 43 total plate appearances. While Gonzalez's defensive versatility has been praised by the club, Garcia is also capable of playing many positions, either in the infield or outfield.

White Sox's Romy Gonzalez: Could lose out on roster spot

Lowe is likely to make the Rays' roster as a bench outfielder, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Lowe is in competition with the likes of Jonathan Aranda, Vidal Brujan and Luke Raley for a bench spot, though he's helped his cause by slugging three homers and a double across 43 plate appearances this spring. He's still struggled to make consistent contact, striking out 12 times in that same span. The Rays have yet to make an official announcement as to Lowe's status, so his place on the roster is not certain.

Rays' Josh Lowe: Likely to make roster

Towns (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Warriors. Towns played well in his return Wednesday against the Hawks, providing 22 points, four boards, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes. However, he's sore and may sit out Sunday. If that's the case, more minutes would be available for Taurean Prince, Naz Reid and Jaden McDaniels.

Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns: Questionable Sunday

Los Angeles, CA

Barrera was released by the Angels on Saturday, Sarah Valenzuela of the Los Angeles Times reports. Barrera joined the Angels on a minor-league deal after hitting .235/.290/.329 in 38 games for Oakland over the last two years. The 27-year-old will have to look elsewhere for his next employer.

Luis Barrera: Released by Angels

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Kyrie Irving trade: Mavericks land Nets All-Star for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, first-round pick

The Brooklyn Nets are trading Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks, as confirmed by Bill Reiter of CBS Sports. In exchange, the Nets will receive Spencer...

Kyrie Irving trade: Mavericks land Nets All-Star for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, first-round pick

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