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Clippers Rally to Near .500 Record, Eye Play-In Spot

3/31/2026

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Clippers Rally Forward

The Los Angeles Clippers are near Coach Tyronn Lue's goal of a .500 record after a 6-21 start, now 39-36.
Kawhi Leonard's health has been pivotal, as he averages a career-best 28.2 points per game.
With seven games left, the Clippers aim to secure the No. 8 seed for the Play-In Tournament while facing the Portland Trail Blazers.
Lue says the team must strengthen its defensive identity to maintain position.

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England's Cricket Revival

England's men’s cricket team faces a pivotal season as it seeks to repair its relationship with county cricket after a disappointing Ashes series.
Rob Key, the managing director of men's cricket, acknowledged past communication mistakes and plans to establish a County Insight Group for better engagement.
Haseeb Hameed and Saif Zaib, who excelled in domestic competitions, may now have a clearer path to international selection.
As the County Championship begins, there is optimism that players can prove themselves ahead of the Test series against New Zealand starting June 4.
Concerns remain about the England setup's perceived indifference toward county cricket.

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Clippers Rally Forward

The Los Angeles Clippers are near Coach Tyronn Lue's goal of a .500 record after a 6-21 start, now 39-36.
Kawhi Leonard's health has been pivotal, as he averages a career-best 28.2 points per game.
With seven games left, the Clippers aim to secure the No. 8 seed for the Play-In Tournament while facing the Portland Trail Blazers.
Lue says the team must strengthen its defensive identity to maintain position.

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