Hornets to extend Nets’ misery? Sitting one game back of Boston for home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs, Charlotte’s on the verge of entering uncharted territory as a franchise. First, though, it must take care of business against a possible late-season spoiler.
Author: Brad Burns
Reds to stay perfect against Pirates? For the first time since 2003, Pittsburgh has a 4-0 start within its reach.
Mets’ uncertain SP to cause problems vs. Phils? For a multitude of reasons, this afternoon’s home opener cannot arrive soon enough for the Mets.
Spurs to extend Warriors’ ‘slump’? Mortality eventually reveals itself to all beings, even those as supremely gifted as the Warriors. But while the last week has produced uncommon adversity for Steve Kerr’s bunch, the search for 73 wins remains alive and well.
Cubs look to stay hot vs. Diamondbacks One win shy of starting 3-0 for the first time in 28 years, the Cubs aim to keep mashing when they arrive in Arizona tonight.
Blackhawks, Blues to bring playoff-style clash? In a possible first-round playoff preview, Central Division arch-enemies Chicago and St. Louis will trade blows beginning at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Can Preds show playoff form vs. Coyotes? Even though its top wild-card spot in the Western Conference is assured, Nashville has plenty of work left to do before the Stanley Cup chase officially commences next week.
Harper, Nats swing into action vs. Marlins There’s no time like the present for the Nationals to show that last season’s disappointing finish is a distant memory.
Will Reds secure sweep of Phillies? The 2016 season is barely a few days old, but Cincinnati’s starting to make late-inning heroics look easy.
Bryant to make one last stand against Clips? Having locked themselves into the fourth seed in the Western Conference, the Clippers can focus on a singular task tonight: spoiling Kobe Bryant’s penultimate home game.