JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — St. Louis manager Oliver Marmol signed a two-year contract extension through at least the 2028 season, the Cardinals announced Sunday.
The deal includes a club option for 2029, the club said.
“As I’ve gotten to know Oli, I’ve seen someone who cares about this organization and knows what has made the Cardinals special over time, and who understands that for us to get where we need to go, we must compete relentlessly to set new standards in everything that we do,” Cardinals president Chaim Bloom said in a statement. “He is invested in the progress of our young core and is unafraid to challenge himself and to help those around him grow."
The 39-year-old Marmol has led the Cardinals for the past four seasons, taking them to the National League wild-card round in his first season as manager. But he has failed to return to the playoffs the last three years, and St. Louis was just 78-84 last season.
Yet the Cardinals have long considered the past couple of seasons as an opportunity to reset with Bloom taking over for longtime executive John Mozeliak and a roster in need of a refresh. So it makes sense to provide some stability with Marmol, the third-longest tenured manager in the NL behind the Dodgers' Dave Roberts and the Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo.
Marmol has been with the Cardinals since 2007, when he was still in his playing days. He spent five seasons as a manager in the minors before joining the coaching staff in 2017, and he was elevated to the St. Louis manager on October 25, 2021.
Marmol is 324-323 in four seasons with the Cardinals.
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The Philadelphia 76ers are headed to TD Garden to take on the Boston Celtics for the fourth and final time this regular season.
Joel Embiid will not be shipping up to Boston, however, after an MRI on Saturday confirmed that Embiid suffered a strained right oblique in the team’s win over the Miami Heat on Thursday night. He will miss the Sixers’ next three games (including Sunday’s) before being re-evaluated. Other than Embiid, Philadelphia will also continue to be without Paul George on Sunday as he sits out his suspension.
After facing off three times in the first three weeks of the season, the Sixers and Celtics haven’t met since way back in November. Philadelphia actually leads the series against Boston so far with two wins and one loss, but all three games were extremely close — the largest margin being two points, the other games decided by a single point.
For this fourth and final meeting the Celtics will, despite rumors and rumblings as of late, still be without Jayson Tatum, who has not played this season after tearing his Achilles tendon in his right leg in the playoffs last season.
Baylor Scheierman also is questionable for Boston for Sunday due to a thumb fracture. Scheierman isn’t a name you might not recognize, but the sophomore guard has actually become a bigger piece of the Celtics rotation as of late. He played 24.3 minutes per game in February and started in the Celtics’ last six contests, averaging 8.7 points and 5.0 rebounds while playing some good defense in that span.
Even without Tatum this season, Boston has been looking pretty damn good, especially since the turn of the calendar year. The Celtics have won 10 of their last 12 games and are currently second in the Eastern Conference at 39-20, trailing only the 44-14 Detroit Pistons.
Jaylen Brown has been far and away the Celtics leader all season, averaging a career-high 29.1 points per game in 53 contests, but he has a supporting cast playing good basketball right now as well. Payton Pritchard and Derrick White are chipping in career-highs of 17.3 points and 17.1 points per game, respectively.
There’s also Nikola Vucevic, who was moved to Boston from the Chicago Bulls at the trade deadline. He has played just eight games with the Celtics but came alive for a big double-double in their most recent contest, putting up 28 points on 9-for-13 field goal shooting and 3-for-3 from long range with 11 rebounds. Sure, it was in a blowout win over the Brooklyn Nets, but still something to watch as Vucevic continues to acclimate to the Celtics squad.
The Sixers have been on a positive streak recently as well — a short one, but positive nonetheless — winning their last three games in a row and putting momentum back in their favor after losing four straight prior. The most recent two of those victories came with the help of Embiid, while the first (against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves) was without him. Philadelphia has been shooting the ball well (or at least better than their usual) in that three-game stint as well, hitting 51.7% from the floor and 42.3% from long range.
It’s a good thing that the Sixers have been hotter from beyond the arc, too, because they’re likely going to need those threes to keep up with Boston. As of Saturday evening, the Celtics are second in the NBA in offensive rating at 120.2. For reference, the Sixers are more of a middle-of-the-pack team at 15th (115.0) in the category.
This is going to be a tough one for the Sixers sans Embiid to kick off a busy March, with 16 games in the month. It is certainly possible, with Philadelphia having done it before without their star center back in that two-point victory way back in November, but that’s ancient history now. Based on how the Celtics have been playing recently, it’s likely going to be one of those games the Sixers need everyone at their absolute best: they’ll need Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe to both score and facilitate well, Kelly Oubre Jr. to keep shooting as well as he has the past couple weeks, Quentin Grimes to chip in off the bench, everyone doing their jobs defensively, and someone… anyone… to be aggressive rebounding.
It’s going to take everyone.
The Sixers and Celtics tip off from TD Garden at 8 p.m. ET.
Game Details
When: Sunday, March 1, 8:00 p.m. ET Where: TD Garden, Boston, MA Watch: NBC, NBC Sports Philadelphia Radio: 97.5 The Fanatic Follow:@LibertyBallers
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76ers computer picks
Andre Drummond Under 9.5 rebounds (-120)
Projection: 8.7 rebounds
Andre Drummond is still an elite rebounder, but the matchup and projected minutes don’t scream double-digit boards. The model has him landing just under this number, and if the pace stays in check, there simply won’t be enough misses to clear 10. Under 9.5 is the value spot.
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Tyrese Maxey Over 2.5 threes (-170)
Projection: 3.5 threes
Tyrese Maxey is letting it fly right now. The volume is there, the green light is there, and the projection has him comfortably above this line. If he gets his usual run and touches, three triples is a very realistic baseline. The juice isn’t pretty, but the number makes sense.
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Quentin Grimes Over 11.5 points (-105)
Projection: 12.1 points
Quentin Grimes doesn’t need a monster night to get there. He just needs steady usage and his normal shot diet. The model has him clearing this number, and at near even money, we’re basically asking for a modest scoring night. Over 11.5 is playable.
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Celtics computer picks
Sam Hauser Over 3.5 rebounds (+102)
Projection: 4.5 rebounds
Sam Hauser isn’t just a standstill shooter — he crashes the glass when he’s out there. With projected minutes holding steady, the model gives him a full rebound cushion over this line. At plus money, that’s a bet worth taking.
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Derrick White Over 16.5 points (-115)
Projection: 18.5 points
Derrick White’s role in this offense is secure. He gets clean looks, he attacks closeouts, and he can get there from three or at the rim. The projection clears this line by two points, which is enough margin to justify the Over at this price.
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Payton Pritchard Over 17.5 points (-115)
Projection: 19 points
Payton Pritchard has the green light with the second unit and isn’t shy about taking shots. When the minutes are there, the scoring follows. The model has him just under 20, which gives us enough cushion to ride the Over 17.5.
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How to watch 76ers vs Celtics tonight
Location
TD Garden, Boston, MA
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
8:00 p.m. ET
TV
NBC
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The Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers in a matchup of Atlantic Division rivals on Sunday night.
Tyrese Maxey is on a roll offensively, and my 76ers vs. Celtics predictions call for another big game from the All-Star guard.
Here are my best free NBA picks for this Atlantic Division showdown on Sunday, March 1.
76ers vs Celtics prediction
76ers vs Celtics best bet: Tyrese Maxey Over 26.5 points (-120)
Tyrese Maxey has been on a heater, and I expect his elite scoring to continue on the road against a familiar opponent. Maxey has scored 27+ in eight straight games, including five straight on the road. He’s reached that mark in 39 of 57 games overall and 21 of 27 away from Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia 76ers' superstar guard has posted point totals of 40, 33, and 32 across his last three matchups at TD Garden. With Joel Embiid and Paul George sidelined, he’ll need to shoulder the load on offense, and I expect him to comfortably clear this scoring line.
76ers vs Celtics same-game parlay
The 76ers and Boston Celtics have hit the Game Total Under in two of their last three head-to-head matchups. Philly's offense has been tremendous across its last three games, but Boston's elite defense can limit the scoring at home.
Philly has won and covered in three straight games, and the Sixers sport the best road ATS record in the Association at 19-9. Boston is just 11-12 ATS as the home favorite.
76ers vs Celtics SGP
Maxey Over 26.5 points
Under 221.5
76ers +9.5
Our "from downtown" SGP: Max production
Nikola Vucevic finished with a monster 28/11/4 line in his last game out, and I expect him to keep the momentum going tonight. He's in an advantageous position against a Sixers team missing Joel Embiid.
76ers vs Celtics SGP
Maxey Over 26.5 points
Under 221.5
76ers +9.5
Vucevic Over 22.5 P/R/A
76ers vs Celtics odds
Spread: 76ers +9.5 | Celtics -9.5
Moneyline: 76ers +280 | Celtics -360
Over/Under: Over 221.5 | Under 221.5
76ers vs Celtics betting trend to know
The Philadelphia 76ers have covered the Spread in 21 of their last 30 away games (+12.20 Units / 37% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for 76ers vs. Celtics.
How to watch 76ers vs Celtics
Location
TD Garden, Boston, MA
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
8:00 p.m. ET
TV
NBC
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GLASGOW, Scotland (AP) — Celtic fought back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Rangers on Sunday and handed a major boost to Hearts' unlikely Scottish title bid.
The result leaves Hearts six points clear of Rangers at the top of the standings. Celtic is two points further back in third.
Reo Hatate leveled in added time after seeing his penalty and rebounded effort saved by Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland in a dramatic finale at Ibrox. At the third time of asking, the Celtic midfielder bundled the ball over the line to share the points.
Rangers looked like closing the gap on Hearts when going two goals ahead inside 26 minutes and potentially turning the title run into a two-horse race.
Youssef Chermiti scored in the eighth with an overhead kick. He doubled the lead in the 26th to put the home team in control.
But defending champion Celtic rallied after the break.
Kieran Tierney pulled a goal back in the 56th with a header and Celtic was given a late chance to level when Dujon Sterling was adjudged to have handled in the box.
Hatate eventually made the opportunity count in the first minute of added time to spark wild celebrations from Celtic fans. But Hearts will have had the most cheer after watching its two main rivals drop points.
With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander back in action, the Oklahoma City Thunder have regained some of their swagger, and they’re big favorites tonight as they visit the Dallas Mavericks.
Dallas has dropped 10 of its past 12 games and is dealing with an array of injuries, but my Thunder vs. Mavericks predictions point to both teams’ offenses showing up in this one.
Keep scrolling for my NBA picks and betting tips ahead of this March 1 battle.
Thunder vs Mavericks prediction
Thunder vs Mavericks best bet: Over 234 (-110)
While we may think of the Oklahoma City Thunder for its excellent defense, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Co. also boast the league’s third-most prolific offense at 119.5 PPG, so I’m buying into a shootout.
The Over is 8-2 in the Thunder’s last 10 contests, and it’s 16-11 this year when OKC is a road favorite. Shai’s return shifts the visitors’ rotation back into more natural roles, and they’re facing a Dallas Mavericks squad that’s allowed 120+ points in eight of its past nine outings.
Sure, the Mavs’ injuries put a dent in their playmaking, but they’ve still hit the Over in three of their last four games.
Thunder vs Mavericks same-game parlay
SGA was back with a bang on Friday, with 36 points and nine dimes, and I’m jumping on this assists Over here. Going back pre-injury, that’s now four straight games where the MVP has eased past the O/U line.
The Mavs will need to play their part, too. Even though the offense can get clunky at times, Khris Middleton is averaging 15.2 PPG in his last five outings.
His veteran savvy will be key against this OKC defense.
Thunder vs Mavericks SGP
Over 234
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 6.5 assists
Khris Middleton Over 13.5 points
Our "from downtown" SGP: Show the bigs some love
Get ready for some bruising collisions in the paint.
The Mavs are 13-26 ATS against Western Conference opponents this season. Find more NBA betting trends for Thunder vs. Mavericks.
How to watch Thunder vs Mavericks
Location
American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
8:00 p.m. ET
TV
FDSN Oklahoma, MavsTV
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DOHA, Qatar (AP) — The Qatar soccer federation postponed all tournaments and matches until further notice on Sunday amid global tensions following the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran.
The QFA did not specifically mention the strikes when it announced the postponements on X, adding only that “new dates for the resumption of competitions will be announced in due course.”
There are disruptions at Qatar’s Doha airport as the strikes on Iran affected flights across the Middle East and beyond. Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar closed their airspace on Saturday.
Iranian missiles could be seen being intercepted above Doha on Saturday night and into Sunday morning.
Earlier on Sunday, Asian soccer's governing body postponed continental club championship playoffs scheduled in the Middle East this week, saying AFC Champions League Elite Round of 16 games will be rescheduled.
Formula 1 season approaching
The Formula 1 season is scheduled to start next Sunday in Melbourne, Australia, and then has races in Bahrain on April 12 and Saudi Arabia the following week. The season ends with back-to-back races in Qatar (Nov. 29) and Abu Dhabi (Dec. 6).
With Doha and Dubai traditionally acting as major stopover hubs, teams reportedly had to change their routes to reach Australia.
The U.S. has large military installations in Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar.
Bahrain said a missile attack targeted the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet headquarters in the island kingdom, and three buildings were damaged in the capital, Manama.
British forces in Bahrain were within 200 metres of an Iranian missile strike, Britain's Defence Secretary, John Healey, said.
The 24-race F1 season was expected to start as planned.
Four years ago, Houthi rebels attacked an oil depot near the gleaming Saudi F1 track.
Youth basketball team stuck in Abu Dhabi
Monaco's under-18s basketball team is waiting inside an Abu Dhabi hotel until the airport reopens.
Monaco was taking part in a NextGen EuroLeague qualifying tournament in Abu Dhabi, which has now been canceled.
“EuroLeague got back to us to tell us that the airport is closed until 2 pm on Monday,” Monaco coach Mickaël Pivaud told sports daily L'Équipe. "We’re pretty settled in at the hotel, but we can’t leave. We went out for three seconds to get some fresh air earlier and it exploded right above us. We didn’t hang around and quickly went back inside.”
It’s probably a few years too late, but the Chicago Bulls have finally picked a direction, and they bring an 11-game losing run into today’s matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Chicago has dropped the last three battles against this division rival, and my Bucks vs. Bulls predictions favor a gritty Milwaukee squad that’s refused to throw in the towel without Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Get the lowdown on the best NBA picks for Sunday, March 1.
Bucks vs Bulls prediction
Bucks vs Bulls best bet: Bucks -3.5 (-110)
The Milwaukee Bucks are still outside the play-in spots, but the supporting cast has rallied impressively lately. The Bucks are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games, and they’ve covered the spread in each of those victories.
But this pick is equally about the Chicago Bulls' miserable form. With a growing injury report and an eye on the draft, the Bulls are 1-9 ATS in their past 10 outings.
Milwaukee leads the season series 3-0, with all of those wins coming by a margin of 9+ points, and I’m laying the points with the visitors, who’ve picked up three straight Ws on their travels.
Bucks vs Bulls same-game parlay
The Bucks’ path to a road win starts with Ryan Rollins, who’s excelling in the lead guard role. Rollins averaged 20.9 PPG in February on 50% shooting, including a 21-point effort against Chicago.
He also made his 3-pointers at a 50% clip last month, and he’s ended up with 3+ made triples in eight of his past 13 contests. There will be openings to attack against a Bulls defense that’s allowed 120+ points in three of its last four outings.
Bulls vs Bucks SGP
Bucks -3.5
Rollins Over 19.5 points
Rollins Over 2.5 threes
Our "from downtown" SGP: P for perfection
Doc Rivers will gladly accept offense from any source as Milwaukee tries to paper over Giannis’ absence. Kevin Porter Jr. averaged 8.1 APG last month, but his rebound tallies are more erratic, while Bobby Portis has finished with double-digit points in five of his last six games.
Bucks vs Bulls SGP
Porter Jr. Under 5.5 rebounds
Porter Jr. Over 7.5 assists
Portis Over 10.5 points
Porstin Over 5.5 rebounds
Bucks vs Bulls odds
Spread: Bucks -3 | Bulls +3
Moneyline: Bucks -155 | Bulls +130
Over/Under: Over 229 | Under 229
Bucks vs Bulls betting trend to know
The Bulls are 16-26 SU against the East this year. Find more NBA betting trends for Bucks vs Bulls.
How to watch Bucks vs Bulls
Location
United Center, Chicago, IL
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
3:30 p.m. ET
TV
CHSN, FDSN Wisconsin
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Two teams in play-in position in their respective conferences clash Sunday, when the Portland Trail Blazers visit the Atlanta Hawks.
Despite likely missing their best player, my Trail Blazers vs. Hawks predictions and NBA picks believe Portland can keep it close in Atlanta on March 1.
Trail Blazers vs Hawks prediction
Trail Blazers vs Hawks best bet: Trail Blazers +5.5 (-105)
The Portland Trail Blazers will be playing the second night of a back-to-back after getting crushed Saturday night in Charlotte.
All-star Deni Avdija (back) missed that one, and his status is still undetermined. Shaedon Sharpe (calf) is also out.
However, Portland is one of the best cover teams playing on consecutive nights, going 8-4-0 against the spread this season.
The Atlanta Hawks have won three straight, but they’ve been against bottom-feeding Washington (twice) and Brooklyn. This will be a level-up game.
They’re just 1-4-0 ATS in the last five vs. Portland, and both Nickeil Alexander-Walker (foot) and Jalen Johnson (hip) are both questionable.
Trail Blazers vs Hawks same-game parlay
Jrue Holiday led the Blazers in scoring against the Hornets, going for 25. But he’s been silent against Atlanta of late, going for 16 points or less in five straight games vs the Hawks.
CJ McCollum must love playing his former team: he’s gone for 20+ points in six straight games against Portland.
Trail Blazers vs Hawks SGP
Trail Blazers +5.5
Holiday Under 17.5 points
McCollum Over 18.5 points
Our "from downtown" SGP: Blazing a trail
Donovan Clingan is third in the NBA in rebounding at 11.5 per game. He’s grabbed at least 13 boards in six of his last 10 games overall. He just missed the Over in his last game against Atlanta on Jan 26.
And Dyson Daniels has only hit 11 triples all year, but after making a three last game, he has a chance for his fourth set of made threes in back-to-back games.
Trail Blazers vs Hawks SGP
Trail Blazers +5.5
Holiday Under 17.5 points
McCollum Over 18.5 points
Clingan Over 12.5 rebounds
Daniels Over 0.5 threes
Trail Blazers vs Hawks odds
Spread: Trail Blazers +5.5 | Hawks -5.5
Moneyline: Trail Blazers +190 | Hawks -230
Over/Under: Over 236.5 | Under 236.5
Trail Blazers vs Hawks betting trend to know
The favorites have won each of the Trail Blazers' last 13 games. Find more NBA betting trends for Trail Blazers vs. Hawks.
How to watch Trail Blazers vs Hawks
Location
State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
6:00 p.m. ET
TV
BlazerVision, FDSN Southeast Atlanta
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The Milwaukee Bucks leave home briefly to take on the struggling Chicago Bulls in the Windy City this afternoon. The Bucks have won each of the three matchups this season, with this one wrapping up the season series. On its face, this game looks like a gimme for Milwaukee, but Chicago is on a huge losing streak and thus will probably come out with extra juice.
Where We’re At
After winning eight of 10, the Bucks were brought back down to earth in their last game against the Knicks, losing by nearly 30 points. Milwaukee’s offence—which had been keeping them afloat—failed to fire against New York, leaving them dead in the water. They have been shooting the cover off the ball, with the highest effective field goal percentage in the NBA over the past 10 games, but they still need their defence to turn up—we’ll see if that happens today.
The Bulls… well, things have gone downhill fast (though that seems to be the goal). This team lost 11 straight games in February, the worst month in franchise history. The front office finally decided to bite the bullet and trade away franchise cornerstones Nikola Vucevic, Coby White, and Ayo Dosunmu at the deadline for a bunch of seconds, hitting the eject button on this season in the process. How much higher will they be able to get in the lottery with so few games left? Probably not much, but hey, at least they’ve chosen a direction?
Injury Report
For the Bucks, Giannis (calf) and Taurean Prince (neck) are both out.
For the Bulls, the following players are out: Zach Collins, Noa Essengue, Jaden Ivey, Anfernee Simons, Jalen Smith, and Patrick Williams.
Player To Watch
After a mixed bag of games, I’m watching for what Ousmane Dieng can do today. Theoretically, this game should provide him a runway to explore more on offence than he’s been doing. In particular, I’m watching his free throw attempts. Dieng has taken a total of 10 free throws in eight games with the team. The criticism of him in OKC was that he didn’t play with enough force and aggression, and that hasn’t really changed with the Bucks—let’s hope it does today.
How To Watch
FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin at 2:30 p.m. CST.
The Orlando Magic have won the last five home meetings against the Detroit Pistons and are 17–10 SU at Kia Center this season.
Both teams rank bottom 10 in pace over their last 10 games, which means fewer possessions and fewer chances to build a large lead.
Detroit remains elite defensively, but Orlando ranks 12th in defensive efficiency over that same span and has the size to compete inside.
In a slower-paced game, getting five points at home carries real weight, and I am in on the Magic covering the still-inflated spread.
Pistons vs Magic same-game parlay
Desmond Bane is averaging nearly 29 points per game over his last five outings. With Franz Wagener out, expect the versatile-scoring Bane to once again take the offensive lead and clear his prop.
Cade Cunningham has dished 56 assists in his past five games. The slower pace and the Magic defense will thwart any chance of him dropping 11 or more dimes tonight.
Pistons vs Magic SGP
Magic +5.5
Bane Over 19.5 points
Cunningham Under 10.5 assists
Our "from downtown" SGP: A magical Under
Tonight’s matchup projects as a slow, physical grind. Both defenses have been effective, and with each team ranking in the bottom 10 in pace over the last 10 games, possessions should be limited.
In a half-court battle where clean looks are harder to find, scoring opportunities will be at a premium. That sets up well for the Under to be part of the card.
Pistons vs Magic SGP
Magic +5.5
Bane Over 19.5 points
Cunningham Under 10.5 assists
Under 221.5
Pistons vs Magic odds
Spread: Pistons -6.5 | Magic +5.5
Moneyline: Pistons -240 | Magic +195
Over/Under: Over 220.5 | Under 220.5
Pistons vs Magic betting trend to know
Orlando is 7-3 ATS across their previous 10 meetings with Detroit. Find more NBA betting trends for Pistons vs. Magic.
How to watch Pistons vs Magic
Location
Kia Center, Orlando, FL
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
6:00 p.m. ET
TV
FDSN Detroit, FDSN Florida
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ROME (AP) — AC Milan needed two late goals to secure a 2-0 win at Cremonese in Serie A on Sunday and bounce back from its second loss of the season.
Strahinja Pavlovic scored in the 90th and Rafael Leão added another five minutes into stoppage time for Milan, which had wasted a series of chances earlier on.
Second-place Milan moved back within 10 points of Italian league leader Inter Milan entering next weekend’s derby.
Milan’s only losses this season came against Cremonese in its opener in August and at home against Parma last weekend.
Pavlovic’s goal came following a corner, and a VAR review that confirmed the ball went in off his shoulder instead of his arm.
Then Leão finished off a counterattack.
Later, fourth-place Roma was hosting sixth-place Juventus in a key matchup for the Champions League places.
The Minnesota Timberwolves look to complete a perfect three-game road trip in Denver – but they’ll have to do it against a team seeking a 4-game series sweep against them this season.
Offense won’t be a problem in this one, so my Timberwolves vs. Nuggets prediction and top NBA picks are targeting the Over Sunday, March 1.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets prediction
Timberwolves vs Nuggets best bet: Over 237.5 (-110)
The Denver Nuggets enter this one as the NBA’s highest-scoring team, putting up 120.5 points per game, and they’ll be a little surly after getting dumped by the OKC Thunder in OT last time out.
The Minnesota Timberwolves — the fifth-highest scoring team in the league — haven’t played since dumping the Clippers on Thursday, giving them a few days off to prepare for that mile-high altitude.
These teams have cashed the Over in three of the last four games they’ve played each other.
The Nuggets have hit the Over in four of their last five, while the T-Wolves have topped it in four of six.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets same-game parlay
Anthony Edwards is averaging 33.3 points in four games out of the all-star break, cracking the 30-point plateau three times. He’s also averaging 35 points in two meetings against the Nuggets this year.
Nikola Jokic has been a stat stuffer, and his work on the glass is getting plus odds Sunday. The line is a hefty 13.5 rebounds, a number he’s topped eight times in his last 10 games.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets SGP
Over 237.5 points
Edwards Over 29.5 points
Jokic Over 13.5 rebounds
Our "from downtown" SGP: No joking around
Let’s stick with the Nuggets’ big man to round out the SGP. He’s the team leader in assists at 10.5 per game, and he’s doled out at least 11 four of the last seven against Minny, missing the Over by a single assist in two other contests.
Jokic has gone for 29+ points in three of his last four, and has topped this total in six of his last 10 against the T-Wolves.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets SGP
Over 237.5 points
Edwards Over 29.5 points
Jokic Over 13.5 rebounds
Jokic Over 10.5 assists
Jokic Over 28.5 points
Timberwolves vs Nuggets odds
Spread: Timberwolves +3 | Nuggets -3
Moneyline: Timberwolves +125 | Nuggets -150
Over/Under: Over 237.5 | Under 237.5
Timberwolves vs Nuggets betting trend to know
Minnesota is 0-4-0 ATS in its last four games, all as the betting favorite. Find more NBA betting trends for Timberwolves vs. Nuggets.
How to watch Timberwolves vs Nuggets
Location
Ball Arena, Denver, CO
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
3:30 p.m. ET
TV
ABC
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Conference heavyweights collide on Sunday afternoon as the New York Knicks host the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden.
San Antonio has won 11 straight, but my Spurs vs Knicks predictions expect the home team to snap that win streak behind a strong performance from Jalen Brunson.
Here are my best free NBA picks for this powerhouse showdown on Sunday, March 1.
Spurs vs Knicks prediction
Spurs vs Knicks best bet: Knicks moneyline (+100)
The San Antonio Spurs’ 11-game, fool’s gold win streak will be snapped today as they face their toughest matchup of the last month. San Antonio delivered a big win over the Detroit Pistons, but otherwise, their recent wins have come against shorthanded squads and lottery-bound teams.
The New York Knicks are healthy aside from Miles McBride’s absence, and they get home-court advantage after three games on the road.
The Knicks are 22-8 straight up and a league-best 19-11 ATS at home. New York has won and covered in its only game as the home underdog.
Spurs vs Knicks same-game parlay
The San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks hit the Over in both head-to-head matchups this season, and with both squads mostly healthy, I expect plenty of points once again. The Spurs have hit the Over in seven of their last 10 games overall, and the team is 9-8 to the Over as the road favorite.
Jalen Brunson has averaged 27.8 points per game at home, and he's scored 27+ in 14 of 28 at Madison Square Garden. He's scored 20, 33, 40, and 42 in his last four home games, and he delivered a 29-point performance in his last matchup with the Spurs. He'll have no issues clearing this scoring line in a primetime matchup at home.
Spurs vs Knicks SGP
Knicks moneyline
Over 227.5
Brunson Over 26.5 points
Our "from downtown" SGP: Knicks come up big
Mitchell Robinson has grabbed 8+ rebounds in 25 of 43 games overall, including 13 of 23 at home. He's corralled 9.1 boards per game at MSG, and he should see additional run in this one to counter the size of Victor Wembanyama and Luke Kornet.
Spurs vs Knicks SGP
Knicks moneyline
Over 227.5
Brunson Over 26.5 points
Robinson Over 7.5 rebounds
Spurs vs Knicks odds
Spread: Spurs -1.5 | Knicks +1.5
Moneyline: Spurs -120 | Knicks +100
Over/Under: Over 227.5 | Under 227.5
Spurs vs Knicks betting trend to know
The New York Knicks have covered the Spread in 22 of their last 35 games at home (+8.80 Units / 23% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Spurs vs. Knicks.
How to watch Spurs vs Knicks
Location
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
Date
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Tip-off
1:00 p.m. ET
TV
ABC
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Denver Nuggets guard Julian Strawther offers value on his plus-money assist prop when he and the Nuggets host the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Strawther recorded two assists in limited minutes against Oklahoma City and has finished with at least two assists in seven of his 11 February games.
With a high game total and an up-tempo projected pace, extra possessions should create more secondary playmaking chances that I expect Strawther to take full advantage of.
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
Where to watch: ABC
Prop #2: Taylor Hendricks Over 1.5 assists
+180 at bet365
Taylor Hendricks has made an immediate impact since joining the Memphis Grizzlies.
The former UCF standout is averaging more than 25 minutes per game and contributing across the stat sheet, including at least two assists in six of his last eight outings.
Memphis prefers to push the pace, and the Indiana Pacers play even faster, which should increase possession volume. In a fast-paced matchup with expanded minutes, Hendricks should clear his modest assist total.
Time: 5:00 p.m. ET
Where to watch: FanDuel Sports Network Indiana, FanDuel Sports Network
Prop #3: Luguentz Dort Over 1.5 assists
+140 at bet365
We’ll close the night in Dallas with Luguentz Dort at plus money on his assist prop.
Dort consistently logs 25+ minutes and has quietly become a capable secondary playmaker. He is surrounded by high-efficiency scorers, and the Oklahoma City Thunder face a Dallas Mavericks defense allowing 30 assists per game over its last 10 contests.
Dallas also plays at an above-average pace, increasing the amount of game possessions. With opportunity and matchup aligned, Dort offers strong value to clear his assist total for the fifth time in six games.
Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Where to watch: FanDuel Sports Network, Oklahoma KFAA-TV
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