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Trail Blazers Defeat Pelicans, Claim Sole 8th in Western Conference
Portland Trail Blazers beat New Orleans Pelicans by 12 points, moving into sole possession of eighth in the West with four games left. Key contributions from Drew with 11 fourth-quarter points and Toumani Camara setting NBA record for offensive fouls drawn.
Jrue Holiday continues strong play; team eyes play-in matchup with Clippers on April 10.
UConn Huskies Face Illinois Fighting Illini in NCAA Final Four
UConn (33-5) vs Illinois (28-8) in Men's Basketball Championship Final Four semifinal in Indianapolis. Illinois favored by 1.5 points with over/under at 139.5; live coverage on ESPN.
Game tips off amid high stakes for national title contention.
President Trump Signs Executive Order Limiting NCAA Athlete Eligibility
Executive order restricts NCAA athletes to five-year playing window and limits transfers between schools. Signed Friday, aims to stabilize college basketball rosters amid transfer portal issues.
Impacts future recruiting and player mobility significantly.