Tom Brady says he's weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn't like the idea

Tom Brady says he's weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn't like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn’t particularly receptive to the idea.

Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion and minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, was asked in a recent interview with CNBC if he’s looked into the rules regarding a minority owner returning to NFL play.

“I actually have inquired, and they (the NFL) don’t like that idea very much, so I’m going to leave it at that,” Brady said. “We explored a lot of different things, and I’m very happily retired. Let me say that, too.”

It wouldn’t have been Brady’s first time coming out of retirement. The three-time league MVP briefly retired during the 2022 offseason after two seasons with the Buccaneers. He had a change of heart 40 days later and went on to play for one more year before retiring “for good” in February 2023.

Brady recently turned heads in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic, where he played alongside Jalen Hurts, Devonta Smith, Stefon Diggs and Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty. He also reunited on the field with his teammate of 11 seasons and four-time time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski.

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Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg motivated by Alabama's lack of recruitment in transfer portal

Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg motivated by Alabama's lack of recruitment in transfer portal

CHICAGO, IL. — Yaxel Lendeborg will have a little extra motivation against Alabama in the Sweet 16.

Lendeborg played for the University of Alabama-Birmingham for two years in 2023-24 and 2024-25 before entering the NCAA Transfer Portal at the conclusion of last season. When he entered, he had hoped to stay in-state to play for Nate Oats and the Crimson Tide.

Eventually, he settled on Michigan.

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“When I entered the transfer portal out of UAB, I was hoping to get recruited by Alabama. And when I didn’t, it kind of hurt me a little bit. Not in a way that I can say ‘I hate them.’ It just bothered me a little.”

Unfortunately for Lendeborg (or fortunately, depending on whether you root for Michigan or Alabama), the call from Alabama never came, so he eventually picked Dusty May and the Wolverines. Now the two programs will square off on Friday, March 26, in the Sweet 16 from the United Center.

UAB’s Bartow Arena is about 57 miles from Alabama’s Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Lendeborg added that he is excited for Alabama and considers it a second home.

“There’s going to be juice for sure,” Lendeborg said of playing Alabama. “I know I’m going to try my best to be the best player on the floor tomorrow for sure. All it is extra motivation for sure, just not in the sense where I’m like, ‘this is what you guys missed on,’ but like you guys could have called at least, or something like that.”

Oats refuted that the Crimson Tide “never” recruited Lendeborg, but he did admit that the team was not as aggressive in its pitch.

“We did make a call,” Oats said. “It never got very deep. I think there were some programs that were in a little deeper with a lot more money at the time. It’s one of those, you kind of call, see where the situation is at. Probably wasn’t something we were going to be able to do, so we didn’t spend a lot of time on it.

“… It wasn’t a lack of thinking he wasn’t a very good player. He was the best player in the portal.”

Lendeborg averaged 17.7 points per game for the Blazers during the 2024-25 season, to go along with 11.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.7 steals per game. He’s averaged 14.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.1 steals for the Wolverines in 2025-26.

May said he will not get in the way of Lendeborg’s “revenge” game against Alabama.

“I think we’ve had several subplots this year and he seems to be performing well up to this point,” May said. “So whatever irritates him, I’m going to ride with that and support him.

“Nate and I being friends, we talked through that process. And don’t tell Yax, but they did try to recruit him.”

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Did Alabama recruit Yaxel Lendeborg in transfer portal? What he said ahead of Sweet 16

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Kings vs. Magic Preview: How to Watch, Odds & Predictions

Kings vs. Magic Preview: How to Watch, Odds & Predictions

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The Eastern Conference playoff race stops at the Kia Center this Thursday as the Orlando Magic (38-34) welcome the Sacramento Kings (19-54). For Orlando, every game is now a must-win as they battle to snap a frustrating six-game losing streak and maintain their spot in the postseason picture. On the other side, the Kings arrive in Florida amidst a historic injury crisis, missing nearly their entire starting rotation including Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine. Despite the lopsided records, the desperation in the air makes this a critical Thursday night broadcast. Fans can catch every second of the action live on Fubo.

This matchup is a study in survival and opportunity. Orlando has leaned heavily on the star power of Paolo Banchero, who is coming off two monster performances of 36 and 39 points. With Franz Wagner sidelined due to an ankle injury, the Magic have turned to rookie Tristan da Silva and veteran Desmond Bane to carry the perimeter load. Sacramento, meanwhile, is relying on veteran DeMar DeRozan and the surprising emergence of rookie center Maxime Raynaud, who has averaged nearly 19 points per game in March. For the Magic to protect home court, they must avoid a letdown against a Sacramento team that is playing with absolutely nothing to lose. You can witness this high-stakes battle live on Fubo.

Orlando’s efficiency is anchored by their defense, but they face a Sacramento unit that has stayed surprisingly competitive in recent weeks despite their roster turnover. Desmond Bane leads the Magic in scoring at 20.3 PPG, while Banchero provides the interior gravity that opens up the floor. The Kings counter with the veteran savvy of DeRozan and the rebounding of Precious Achiuwa (questionable). With the Magic listed as heavy double-digit favorites, the pressure is entirely on the home team to execute surgical offensive sets and put this game away early to end their slide. Fubo is your home for the full national and regional broadcast.

How to watch Sacramento Kings vs. Orlando Magic

Thursday’s game will be broadcast on regional sports networks including FanDuel Sports Network Florida and NBC Sports California, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 PM ET. The most flexible way to catch the game on any device is through Fubo, which provides high-definition access to the networks carrying the most NBA action.

Category Details
Date Thursday, March 26, 2026
Tip-Off Time 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT
Streaming Service Fubo
Venue Kia Center, Orlando, FL
Competition NBA Regular Season

Magic vs. Kings Betting Odds & Predictions

Orlando enters as a massive favorite due to the extensive injury list facing Sacramento. However, the Kings have managed a 5-5 record in their last 10 games, suggesting they can stay competitive against a struggling Magic squad.

Betting Line Magic -15.5
Over/Under 231.5
Moneyline ORL -1350 | SAC +800

Prediction: The Kings are severely outmatched without Sabonis and LaVine, but Orlando has played tight, nervous basketball during their current skid. While Banchero and Bane should secure the win, expect the Kings to keep it within the number for most of the night. Final Score: Magic 122, Kings 109.

Individual Matchups: Stars and Playmakers

Paolo Banchero remains the engine for Orlando’s offense, averaging 25.5 points and 8.0 rebounds over the last 20 games. His matchup against the surging rookie Maxime Raynaud will be the game’s most intriguing interior duel.

Orlando Magic Key Leaders PTS REB AST FG%
Paolo Banchero (F) 22.7 8.4 5.1 46.1%
Desmond Bane (G) 20.3 4.2 4.2 48.6%

Sacramento counters with veteran scoring leader DeMar DeRozan and rookie Maxime Raynaud, who has parlayed his late-season opportunity into what looks like an All-Rookie campaign.

Sacramento Kings Key Leaders PTS REB AST FG%
DeMar DeRozan (F) 18.2 3.0 4.1 49.5%
Maxime Raynaud (C) 11.9 7.3 1.3 56.9%

Stream the NBA on Fubo

Fubo is the premier destination for basketball fans during the 2025-26 season. Catch the Magic vs. Kings action on your smartphone, tablet, or smart TV with the most flexible streaming plans available.

Fubo: New subscribers can take advantage of a free trial to follow the NBA’s push to the postseason. Fubo offers extensive coverage of regional and national sports networks, ensuring you don’t miss a single highlight of Orlando’s quest for a top-6 seed.

Frequently Asked Questions: Magic vs. Kings

What channel is the Magic vs. Kings game on?
The game will be broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network Florida and NBC Sports California. Fans can also stream the action via Fubo or the NBA League Pass app.

Is Jalen Suggs playing tonight?
Suggs is listed as questionable for tonight’s game due to illness. A final decision is expected closer to tip-off.

Where is the game being played?
The game is being held at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida.

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Wemby vs. SGA for MVP + time to scrap the NBA’s 65-game rule for awards?

Wemby vs. SGA for MVP + time to scrap the NBA’s 65-game rule for awards?

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the NBA MVP debate between Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander by diving deep into the advanced stats. With Wemby’s league-best +16.5 on/off swing and SGA’s dominance across nearly every all-in-one metric, the MVP race may be closer than the odds indicate.

Tom & Dan also discuss why the NBA’s 65-game rule might be overdue for reconsideration and react to the possible NBA expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle.

(1:12) Wemby’s MVP case
(22:22) SGA’s MVP case
(40:43) NBPA calls for awards rule changes
(1:02:50) NBA votes to explore expansion

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver backs 65-game rule: 'I think it is working'

NBA commissioner Adam Silver backs 65-game rule: 'I think it is working'

NBA commissioner Adam Silver backed the league’s 65-game rule during the board of governors meeting on Wednesday. The 65-game rule was implemented in the 2023-24 season, which requires NBA players to play at least 65 games to be eligible for awards such as MVP, All-NBA and Defensive Player of the Year.

“I’m not ready to say it’s not working,” Silver said. “It is working. I’m not ready to say because there is a sense of unfairness for one player, that the rule doesn’t work.”

Silver’s response comes after the National Basketball Players Association’s statement about Cade Cunningham’s award eligibility status on Tuesday. The union’s full statement read:

“Cade Cunningham’s potential ineligibility for postseason awards after a career-defining season is a clear indictment of the 65-game rule and yet another example of why it must be abolished or reformed to create an exception for significant injuries. Since it’s implementation, far too many deserving players have been unfairly disqualified from end-of-season honors by this arbitrary and overly rigid quota.”

Cunningham played 61 games and was expected to be in contention for All-NBA and MVP before going down Thursday with a collapsed lung. He will be reevaluated in early April. Cunningham has to play 4 more of the Detroit Pistons remaining 11 games to be eligible for awards.

This story will continue to be updated.

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OKC’s Williams returns: Wrist finally 100%, too

OKC’s Williams returns: Wrist finally 100%, too

Jalen Williams made his return to the Thunder lineup Monday after missing 26 of the prior 28 games with a hamstring strain and said the time off helped his surgically repaired wrist as well.

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