Miami Heat’s veteran point guard Kyle Lowry’s (knee) status for Game 3 against Milwaukee remains uncertain. Lowry has dealt with a knee issue for most of the 2022-23 season and is being listed as questionable. He received a questionable tag in the first two contests of the Heat vs. Bucks series and played in both games, although he only saw 18 minutes of action in Game 2. If Lowry suits up in Game 3, expect him to receive a similar workload. In his two postseason appearances this season, Lowry has only averaged 3.5 PPG. He is considered a risky DFS option if he plays. On the other hand, Gabe Vincent, who has been starting in the point guard position, has averaged 15.5 PPG so far in the series. The Heat will have to wait to see if their veteran guard can play in a crucial Game 3 on Saturday.

After missing the last two games of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Miami Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo is set to return for Game 4 on Monday. His return is crucial for the Bucks as they look to even the series at 2-2 after a disappointing blowout loss in Game 3 on Saturday. Antetokounmpo's return will change the dynamic of the game, as the two-time MVP is a dominant force on both ends of the court. The Bucks struggled in his absence, with their offense collapsing, and the Heat exploiting their weaknesses. However, Antetokounmpo's health is still questionable, and there's a possibility that he won't perform at his usual level. The Bucks' fate also rests on the performances of Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday, who must step up their game to support their team leader. On the other hand, the Heat are feeling confident after their commanding Game 3 win, and the availability of Jimmy Butler further strengthens their chances. With both teams fighting for victory, Game 4 promises to be an intense and exciting matchup.

Miami Heat's guard, Tyler Herro, will be out for a minimum of six weeks due to his hand injury, according to an official statement released by the team. Herro underwent successful surgery on his shooting hand after breaking his fingers during Game 1 of the first-round playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks. Although Herro was initially given a four-to-six-week timeline, his recent surgery has confirmed a minimum of six weeks of recovery. As a result, the Heat would have to reach the NBA Finals for the sixth man of the year award winner to suit up again this season.

In Herro’s absence, the Heat is expected to rely more on Goran Dragic, Kendrick Nunn, and the newly signed G League player, Marcus Garrett. Herro averaged 20.1 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game during the 2022-23 regular season. The Heat currently trails the Bucks in their playoff series after losing Game 2, with the next two games set to take place in Miami.

Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is listed as probable for Monday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks after suffering a left hamstring strain in Game 3. However, the good news for Heat fans is that it appears Adebayo's injury isn't serious, and he has already been cleared to play. In the series so far, Adebayo has been an important contributor on both ends of the floor, averaging 17.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.7 steals per game. The Heat lead the Bucks 2-1 in the first-round playoff series and could take a commanding 3-1 advantage with a win in Game 4. The Bucks, who had the best record in the league during the regular season, are hoping to even the series before it heads to Milwaukee for Game 5. Whoever comes out on top will advance to the second round of the playoffs to face either the New York Knicks or the Cleveland Cavaliers.

On Monday night, the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat have the opportunity to break the trend of alternating wins and grab control of their first-round NBA playoff series. Both teams currently hold 2-1 leads in their respective matchups against the Memphis Grizzlies and Milwaukee Bucks, and a victory in Game 4 would put them in a strong position to advance to the next round.

The Lakers, seeded seventh in the Western Conference, will host the Grizzlies in LA, while the eighth-seeded Heat will host the Bucks in Miami. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra acknowledges the threat posed by the Bucks, even though they have struggled in the first three games and are waiting on a decision on the availability of star player Giannis Antetokounmpo. Meanwhile, the Lakers may have extra motivation to win after comments made by Grizzlies player Dillon Brooks about LeBron James.

As the playoffs heat up, fans and analysts will be eagerly watching to see which teams can seize the momentum and advance to the next round.

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler's love for coffee is well-known, and he has even started his own coffee brand, Big Face Coffee. Before the Heat's playoff game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Butler's team went on a search for an espresso grinder to make coffee for the player during his stay in Milwaukee. That led them to a coffee shop called Interval, owned by Ryan Hoban, who was on the golf course when he got a call from another coffee shop owner to provide Butler with a grinder. He almost missed the opportunity, but Butler's team finally got the grinder they needed for the player's coffee. The story, though, has a different turn as Butler faced Giannis Antetokounmpo on the court after the latter's injury in the first game. Butler led the Heat back in Game 4 with a dunk over Antetokounmpo, giving the Heat a chance to take control of the series with a victory in the following game.

Orlando Robinson has had a remarkable rookie journey, from being a stand-out player in the Summer League to playing 31 games with the Miami HEAT in the regular NBA season. Robinson helped Sioux Falls make a late push to the Western Conference Finals. His G League career had a great start, with two of his first four games being 20-plus points and 10-plus rebounds, and he inked his first two-way deal with the HEAT on November 13. Robinson returned to the Skyforce, helping them set a G League era franchise record by reeling seven-straight games of 20-plus points and 10-plus rebounds in his final five outings. He finished the Showcase Cup with 22.8 points, 12.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.3 blocks per 22.8 minutes a game. "Big O" joined the Skyforce as an affiliate player in November and worked through with a steady progression, earning two NBA Call-Ups with Miami. HEAT Head Coach Erik Spoelstra applauded Robinson's hard work and steady improvement. Robinson's career looked bright with his commitment, work ethic, and tunnel vision.

According to an unnamed NBA scout, it would be "crazy" for Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo to not pick up his player option for next season. Oladipo holds a player option worth just under $9.5 million for the next season, which seems like the best scenario for him as he would not get much money as a free agent. During the regular season, Oladipo recorded 10.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game on 39.7 percent shooting from the field and 33.0 percent shooting from beyond the arc. Despite being a former two-time All-Star, he didn't play regularly for the Heat towards the end of the regular season and didn't even play in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks due to Tyler Herro's injury. Although Oladipo seems unhappy with his inconsistent playing time, if he were to sign elsewhere, he'd likely have to take a pay cut. If he exercises the option, the Heat would be in a difficult position to re-sign players like Max Strus and Gabe Vincent, two crucial players this season. If Oladipo decides to opt-out, he would likely join several other players in the free agency market this summer.

Following a Game 2 blowout loss, Los Angeles Lakers fans took great pleasure in jeering Memphis Grizzlies' Dillon Brooks off the court after being ejected for hitting LeBron James in the groin. Brooks had made derogatory comments about his opponent before the game stating that he sees James as "old" and he wouldn't respect him until he scores 40 points. Brooks had a tough night, going 3-of-13 from the field, which prompted the Lakers' game plan to challenge him to shoot.

When reporters quizzed James about Brooks' comments during a Lakers practice session, he refused to get involved in the trash talk, focusing solely on Game 3, which is critical to the rest of the series. However, fans will likely be anticipating what may happen come Saturday night. Will LeBron James give Brooks the satisfaction of a 40-point haul or will he concentrate on leading the Lakers to an important win on home court? The contest, which pits the league's youngest star against its oldest, promised to be intense, featuring two teams with authentic animosity towards each other. So far, the series is still up in the air, played between two teams with no clear identity, with games dominated by players who are experiencing this kind of moment for the first time.

During Tuesday's Eastern Conference Play-In Game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Miami Heat, a crucial blunder by a referee caught everyone's attention. The referee ran across the court in front of Bogdan Bogdanovic, who was attempting a three-point shot, during the fourth quarter of the game. While it isn't clear if the move impacted the shot or not, Bogdanovic ultimately missed, and the Heat lost the game, which meant they missed out on a spot in the NBA Playoffs. The game was a must-win match, and both teams played fiercely to secure the victory. The Hawks had a commanding lead early on, but the Heat fought hard to close the gap. Heat player Jimmy Butler even guaranteed a win, but the Hawks ultimately emerged victorious, knocking the Heat out of playoff contention. Following the game, many fans took to social media to criticize the referee's actions, with some speculating that it may have cost the Heat the game. Despite the blunder, the Hawks' win was well-deserved, with their players showing their skills on both ends of the court.

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a spot in this year's playoffs after a miraculous comeback victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, but starting point guard D'Angelo Russell struggled throughout the game, finishing with just two points on 1-for-9 shooting in 24 minutes. Head coach Darvin Ham chose to play Dennis Schroder over Russell in the crucial moments of the game, a decision that paid off for the Lakers. Despite the rough night, Ham and the Lakers' organization remain confident in Russell's abilities moving forward. He has been an important contributor throughout the season, especially since LeBron James' injury, and averaged 20 points per game in March. However, Russell's lack of consistency in the postseason has been highlighted in previous years. During the 2022 playoffs with the Minnesota Timberwolves, he averaged just 12 points on 33.3% shooting from the field in six games. The Lakers will need him to step up in the playoffs if they hope to make a deep run. Can Russell bounce back when it matters most for his team?

Dennis Schroder sent out a tweet after the Los Angeles Lakers won Game 3 of their first-round playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite Ja Morant's impressive performance with 45 points, the Lakers secured a 111-101 victory to lead the series 2-1. Anthony Davis was the star of the game, delivering 31 points, 17 rebounds, and three blocks alongside other notable statistics. Veteran point guard Dennis Schroder played a supporting role and tweeted after the game, saying "Let's go! #LakersWin." This tweet garnered over 15,000 likes in less than 12 hours. Schroder has been probable in games due to lingering Achilles injuries but has played in both contests. He is averaging 3.5 points, 3.5 assists, and one rebound in 18.0 minutes in this series. Schroder became a crucial member of the Lakers offseason after averaging 12.6 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 4.5 assists during the regular season. The Lakers, who won the NBA Championship in 2020, are well-positioned to make a deep run in the postseason with their talented roster. They will face either the Golden State Warriors or Sacramento Kings in the second round of the playoffs.

After a difficult 109-102 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4, the Memphis Grizzlies are facing a must-win Game 5 at home on Wednesday. The Lakers have a chance to eliminate the Grizzlies, but Memphis is expected to put up a strong fight to keep their playoff hopes alive.

According to the latest odds released by Caesars Sportsbook, the Grizzlies are favored by 2 points. The over/under is set at 220.

The SportsLine Projection Model is leaning towards the Grizzlies to cover the spread against the Lakers. They know that Memphis has held the Lakers to fewer than 1.04 points per possession in the last two games. The Grizzlies defense has given up only 21.7 assists per game while creating 15.0 turnovers per contest in the series. Meanwhile, the Lakers need to step up their defense game but have strong offensive numbers, leading the entire postseason with 18.7 fast break points per game.

In their last game, the Grizzlies were unable to stop LeBron James who finished with 22 points, 20 rebounds, and seven assists. However, Memphis will be at home and have their core of Ja Morant, Dillon Brooks, and Jonas Valanciunas to carry them to a victory.

Can the Grizzlies overcome the Lakers' defense and keep their playoff hopes alive? The answer will be revealed on Wednesday in a crucial Game 5 matchup. |||||

The New York Jets have made one of their biggest trades in history by acquiring quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers in exchange for a series of draft picks. The blockbuster trade, which has dominated NFL headlines for weeks, has been finalized and is expected to catapult the Jets into the NFL's prime time. After 12 years of failing to make the playoffs, the Jets are taking a gamble by trading for Rodgers, a four-time NFL MVP, in the hope of bringing the team back to its Super Bowl-winning days. Despite the Jets drafting Zach Wilson as quarterback in 2021, they are not satisfied and have made a bold move with Rodgers, who has stated his intentions to play for the New York franchise starting in 2023.

Experts believe that acquiring Rodgers could be a make-or-break decision for the Jets' general manager Joe Douglas and coach Robert Saleh, but the trade brings the team optimism for the upcoming season. With the NFL schedule yet to be released, it is believed that the Jets could play up to six prime-time games, and fans are counting down the days until the team's first game with their new quarterback.

After 11,167 days, The Streak is over. The Streak, which refers to the reigning quarterback stability and excellence of Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers in the Green Bay Packers team, came to an end on Monday with Rodgers' trade to the New York Jets. The incredible and seemingly unbroken run began on September 27, 1992, with Favre’s NFL record of 297 consecutive starts, 253 of which with the Packers. Favre passed Don Majkowski in his first start to lead the Packers to a 17-3 victory over the Steelers. Since then, Favre and Rodgers have won seven league MVP titles, three conference championships, and two Super Bowls, where one reign of 11, 167 days is recorded. This is a remarkable achievement given that Favre and Rodgers have accounted for 96.5% of the Packers' games, including playoffs, since Favre supplanted Majkowski. Favre started off his career with a win in his first game. In contrast, Rodgers was traded to the Jets, bringing his 18-year career with the Packers to an end.

Milwaukee Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo left Game 1 of the first-round playoff series against the Miami Heat with a lower back contusion and did not return. The injury occurred in the first quarter after taking a swing pass from Joe Ingles and driving hard to the basket. Kevin Love slid underneath in an attempt to take a charge, resulting in Antetokounmpo crashing hard on his lower back. Although the Bucks ruled the play to be a blocking foul on Love, Antetokounmpo left the game to shoot his free throws, then continued playing for a few more minutes before retreating to the locker room.

The Bucks' power forward checked back into the game with 9:56 remaining in the second quarter, but he only lasted a little over a minute before moving gingerly towards the locker room. Antetokounmpo had to exit the game early before the end of the first half. Budenholzer, the Bucks' head coach, confirmed that x-rays on Antetokounmpo's back contusion came back "clear", but the team will continue to monitor his health.

Moreover, Tyler Herro, the shooting guard for the Miami Heat, will also miss the rest of the game due to a broken right hand. The Bucks won 118-95 against the Miami Heat in the first game of the playoff series. However, with key players' injuries, the rest of Milwaukee's playoff run may be uncertain.

The Green Bay Packers traded quarterback Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets before the 2023 draft, giving them a total of 11 picks. The team received several picks from the Jets, including first and second-round selections, in exchange for the four-time MVP. With the 13th overall pick in the first round, the Packers have the opportunity to select a high-impact player early in the draft. The team also has picks in the second, third, fourth, and fifth rounds, followed by four seventh-round selections. The trade will allow the Packers to evaluate Jordan Love as a potential starter after a disappointing season for Rodgers. However, moving on from Rodgers comes at a cost; his three-year, $150.8 million extension signed in March 2022 has a $99.8 million dead-cap hit for 2023. With a limited amount of cap space, general manager Brian Gutekunst will have to do some maneuvering to sign draft picks and free agents. The upcoming draft will be a crucial opportunity for the Packers to build a successful team for the future.

Pro Bowl offensive tackle David Bakhtiari created a stir among Packers fans and media with his comments about the Packers "rebuilding." However, Bakhtiari attempted to clarify his comments on the OpenMike podcast. He addressed his use of the term "they," saying it referred to the front office and not the team. Bakhtiari argued that moving on from a Hall of Famer like Rodgers is obviously a major step for the franchise and likened it to when the Packers rebuilt from Brett Favre to Rodgers. He further clarified that he is not saying that the team will be good or bad, but reiterated that every team starts the season with a clean slate. With the Packers exploring trade options for Rodgers, Bakhtiari acknowledged there may be growing pains with Love taking over, similar to what Rodgers experienced, and that there is a transition period in building a team. So, is the transition from Rodgers to Love a rebuild or not? Bakhtiari's clarification might leave some room for interpretation, but it's clear he believes this season marks a significant new era for the Packers.

Led by their dynamic duo, Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, the Boston Celtics entered the NBA playoffs with the potential to be champions. After a season filled with dominant team performances and impressive individual performances, the Celtics are looking to make an even greater impact in the playoffs. Brown and Tatum have been the key contributors, with Tatum averaging more than 30 points per game in the regular season and Brown notching nearly 27 points and 7 rebounds per game.

Despite facing some challenges towards the end of the season, losing to teams they were expected to beat, the Celtics came into the playoffs with a strong victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 1. With Tatum and Brown leading the way, the Celtics are on a mission to win it all this year. While Marcus Smart's contributions were perhaps not at the same level as his teammates, he has also played a part in their success. With such a strong core, it seems the Celtics have what it takes to go all the way this year.

After getting dominated by the Hawks in Game 3, the Boston Celtics look to showcase the lessons learned from last year's NBA Finals run by bringing a higher level of urgency in Sunday's matchup. With the potential for the move-up of the conference semifinals, it is in Boston's best interest to finish off the Hawks quickly. They couldn't corral the desperate Hawks team in Game 3, who proved that they can make things interesting with their offensive firepower and relentless desire to collect offensive rebounds. The Celtics played from behind for much of the game and failed to get over the hump with Atlanta responding to every second-half charge. Drawing more from their superstars, particularly Jayson Tatum, and fully locking in their defense will be essential to their success in Game 4. However, the Celtics might also be without starting point guard Marcus Smart, as he is listed as questionable due to a lower back contusion. Dejounte Murray has been playing at a high level for the Hawks and making the biggest impact by creating opportunities for his teammates. Will the Celtics bring the necessary urgency against a determined Hawks team in Game 4?

Leon Draisaitl has been dominating the series against the Los Angeles Kings, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-2 victory in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs series. In two games, Draisaitl has showcased his skills, scoring two goals and recording three assists, outshining even teammate and Oilers captain, Connor McDavid. Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft has praised Draisaitl, calling him the best player on the ice by far. While his teammate McDavid only has one point in the series, it is not yet time to push the panic button, considering the playoffs can be a small sample size. However, in the playoffs, everything is analyzed and McDavid's future performance will likely be heavily scrutinized. Despite McDavid not performing as expected, the Oilers have managed to tie the series with the Kings 1-1.

Alec Martinez scored a shorthanded goal, blocked two shots, and had a plus-3 rating in the Vegas Golden Knights' 3-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Martinez finished the NHL regular season with the most blocked shots in the league, recording 244 in 77 games, 46 more than his teammate Brayden McNabb. The 35-year-old defenseman had a quiet offensive season with only three goals, but his strong defensive presence and solid plus-minus rating of 30 make up for it. Additionally, Martinez is a two-time Stanley Cup champion and has 30 points in 103 post-season games. The Golden Knights finished the season second in the Pacific Division, with a record of 50-27-5, and will face off against the St. Louis Blues in the first round of the playoffs.

Adrian Kempe, forward for the LA Kings, reached the 40-goal milestone in the final regular season game against the Anaheim Ducks. Kempe finished the season with 41 goals and became the first King to score 40 or more goals since Luc Robitaille during the 1993-94 campaign. Kempe is the ninth different Kings skater to record a 40-goal season in team history. Kempe had been questioned externally about his ability to recreate his 2021-22 season, but answered those questions with a career-best of 41 goals in a season. Varying types of goals scored, including six empty-net goals, two in 3-on-3 overtime, as well as three while shorthanded highlight Kempe’s versatility. Kempe has been a valuable player for the Kings all season, with 35 goals in the previous season and earning an organization-high cap hit. While not a huge factor on offense in the postseason, Kempe can provide solid defense from his third-line role. Kempe’s successful season speaks volumes to the LA Kings’ overall growth and success.

FanDuel offers a same-game parlay for Hawks-Celtics Game 2 in which the Duke product needs to play exactly as he did on Saturday afternoon, finishing with 25+ points, 4+ assists, and draining as many trios as he did in Game 1, while Young simply needs to finish with 25+ points. However, through the first two games of the NBA Playoffs against the Hawks, Tatum has only shot two free throws total while he averaged a career-high 8.4 attempts per game. Tatum has let it be known to the referees he's not happy with the calls, but he added he's not the only one affected by the whistles. Both sides have experienced stretches of increased physicality where fouls were not called. In any case, the Celtics currently hold the 2-0 series lead over the Hawks heading into Game 3. Finally, it was revealed that Julian Edelman switched to being a Celtics fan in 2017 after joining the Patriots, but his true NBA fandom was put to a direct test during the NBA Finals last year, rooting for Boston against his former favorite team, the Golden State Warriors.