Lightning Head Coach Jon Cooper On Personal Leave

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg scored 51 points to become the first teenager in NBA history to reach the 50-point mark. The No. 1 overall pick led a fourth-quarter surge despite a 14-game home losing streak in the 138-127 defeat to the Orlando Magic.

Joel Embiid battled illness to deliver a near triple-double while Tyrese Maxey and Paul George powered the Sixers to a 115-103 win over Minnesota. The victory, marked by balanced contributions and defensive dominance, underscores Philadelphia’s playoff aspirations.

South Carolina toppled undefeated UConn 62-48 in the NCAA Tournament semifinals, ending the Huskies’ 54-game winning streak and advancing to the national championship game. Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks will face UCLA Sunday after a defensive masterclass derailed Geno Auriemma’s dynasty.