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Paolo Banchero, Wendell Carter, and the Orlando Magic are out of the playoffs with a 116-94 loss to Trajan Langdon’s Detroit Pistons.

Banchero didn’t go down easy though: he put up 38 points, pulled down 9 rebounds, and passed out 6 assists. For his part, Carter had 13 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists. xsportfeed.quest

RJ Barrett, Brandon Ingram, and the Toronto Raptors lost Game 7 to Tyrese Proctor and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Barrett finished with 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists. Ingram was out with a heel injury, while Proctor got a DNP.

On Monday, Mason Plumlee and the San Antonio Spurs will open the series with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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• “Angel Reese ain’t posting him anymore”, “He about to be single again” – NBA Fans Mock Wendell Carter Jr For Nightmare Outing in Magic Loss to Pistons
• Injuries and a brutal third quarter end the Raptors’ playoff return in Game 7 loss
• Raptors’ RJ Barrett shuts down Scottie Barnes doubters with bold statement
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David Peterson will be pitching following an opener this afternoon against the Colorado Rockies in Denver. The Rockies recently swept the Mets at home in late April, and Peterson’s return to pitching after an opener comes after his difficulties in his last appearance, a start against the Nationals.

Peterson has floundered in all five of his starts this year and was sent to the bullpen for two games until the Mets’ need for healthy starting pitchers was too great. He returned to a traditional starting role for an April 29 start at home against the Nationals, But he allowed five hits and walked three as he gave up seven runs in three-and-two-thirds innings. His ERA now sits at 6.53.

Nevertheless, Peterson has done well against the Rockies historically, with a 3-1 record and a 1.99 ERA. In his one start at Coors Field in 2024, he only gave up one run and five hits in five innings.

Before the deadline hit on May 1, the Los Angeles Rams made the decision to decline Emmanuel Forbes Jr.'s fifth-year option for 2027, setting the cornerback up to be a free agent next offseason. After the Rams added both Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson this offseason, Forbes finds himself in a peculiar place. Here are three takeaways from the Rams' decision.

Forbes' future in Los Angeles remains bright

While Forbes is out of contract after this season, his stock as a player has never been higher. A redemptive season in 2025, Forbes went toe to toe with the best, displaying a specialty against smaller route runners, rebounding from early narratives of his career. His performances against Jaxon Smith-Njigba speak for themselves.

Even if Forbes is entering the final year of his contract, he could be in a position to still make an impact as he'll likely be in rotation with McDuffie and Watson. Forbes might be offered a prove-it extension after the season, similar to the deal Kam Curl signed when he first came to the Rams. However, he could make a pretty penny on the free-agent market if he has another strong year.

The Rams have a massive question within their secondary

While Forbes will likely make the 53-man roster, the Rams do not have any notable depth at outside corner. The Rams also have an overall depth issue within their secondary. With Tank McCollough playing a high volume of snaps, the team does not have many depth options in case players get hurt. Josh Wallace is the only backup on the roster with legitimate, trustworthy NFL experience.

When Quentin Lake and Roger McCreary went out with injuries last season, the Rams were scrambling for coverage, especially with Ahkello Witherspoon's injury problems. Entering 2026, they have even less depth. Perhaps they might have a practice squad project that they have faith in.

Trent McDuffie should become a versatile weapon

With Forbes being set to be a free agent next offseason, the Rams are likely to use him as much as possible. McDuffie's ability to play slot corner and safety will allow defensive coordinator Chris Shula to mix and match coverages in order to create interceptions and turnovers.

Shula's system is built on inducing the pass, especially in second- or third-and-long situations. The NFC West has various shifty receivers, giving Shula every reason to play Forbes, while utilizing McDuffie's strong suits – especially since it can keep Watson on the field.

This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: Rams decline Emmanuel Forbes' 5th-year option: 3 key takeaways

VILLARREAL, Spain (AP) — Villarreal will be looking for a new coach when it plays back-to-back Champions League seasons for the first time after confirming Marcelino will leave at the end of the season.

Marcelino's second spell as coach at Villarreal began in 2023 and has now seen the team deliver one of its best-ever seasons, placing third in La Liga with four games remaining, on track for its best result in 18 years. That means Champions League qualification two years running, a club first.

Villarreal said on Monday that the club and Marcelino “will part ways at the end of the current campaign,” without explaining why. Where he might go next remains unclear.

“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Marce. Thank you for everything you have given to this club and its supporters. We wish you all the best in your future sporting projects.”

Marcelino will leave at the end of the league season, having overseen a club-record 298 games, Villarreal added.

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