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Just foolin': Wizards sorry about $10K shot 'skit'

The Wizards have apologized for an April Fools' "skit" in which a planted fan was seemingly tricked into believing they made a half-court shot for $10,000, saying the entire bit was scripted but that they "missed the mark."

Pistons' Cunningham out at least another week

Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will be out at least another week as he continues to recover from a collapsed lung.

Konnor Griffin is headed to the majors! What you need to know about Pirates' 19-year-old

KILEY MCDANIEL

Pittsburgh is calling up MLB's No. 1 overall prospect. Here is what makes the shortstop so special.

Michigan's 'Fab Five' part of Final 4 alt-broadcast

Michigan's "Fab Five" -- Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson -- will reunite as part of an alternate broadcast during Saturday's Final Four.

Cignetti backs Hoover after turnover dig by Dykes

ADAM RITTENBERG

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reiterated his support for transfer quarterback Josh Hoover while responding to recent comments from TCU coach Sonny Dykes about Hoover's high turnovers total.

Demary 90% as UConn seeks 'rings, not watches'

PETE THAMEL

Silas Demary Jr., who has been hobbled with a high-ankle sprain during the NCAA tournament, is expected to be at 90% for UConn's Final Four matchup vs. Illinois.

Two-time All-Pro, 2019 DPOY Gilmore retiring

Two-time All-Pro cornerback Stephen Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL.

Phil to miss Masters over personal health matter

MARK SCHLABACH

Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."

Not a multitasker: Lloyd focused on Zona, not UNC

MYRON MEDCALF

Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd said he's not a "multitasker" amid rumors tying him to the North Carolina opening as his team prepares to play Michigan in the Final Four on Saturday.

Cadeau rejoins U-M, 'fine' after allergic reaction

Michigan starting point guard Elliot Cadeau rejoined his teammates for the Final Four and said Thursday his allergic reaction that required hospitalization a day earlier was due to an accidental exposure to nuts.

Preview and predictions: Which teams will win in the semifinals?

CHARLIE CREME

Here's how UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas can win the NCAA title, and what might derail them.

Judge denies UVA QB Morris' request for 7th year

MAX OLSON

A Virginia circuit court judge denied Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris' request for a preliminary injunction to play a seventh season on Thursday.

Royals' Jensen oversleeps, scratched from lineup

Catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the Royals' starting lineup for Thursday game with the Twins after he overslept.

Sources: KU's Bidunga to test draft, enter portal

PETE THAMEL

Flory Bidunga, who projects as a second-round pick, would be the top player in the portal among the more than 800 players so far who intend to enter.

Luka (hamstring) leaves Lakers' game in OKC

DAVE MCMENAMIN

Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's game against the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.