The Playlist: Week 3 fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups and start/sit advice

Carlos Alcaraz is the favorite for the upcoming French Open after defeating Jannik Sinner at the Italian Open, boosting his clay record to 15-1. Sinner, returning from a three-month doping ban, acknowledged Alcaraz's superior performance and expressed his need to improve on clay, where he has struggled historically. Despite the loss snapping his 26-match winning streak, Sinner remains optimistic about his potential as they prepare for a possible final showdown in Paris, emphasizing the unique...

Breanna Stewart kicked off her 2025 season by leading the New York Liberty to a 92-78 victory over the Las Vegas Aces, scoring 25 points and adding eight rebounds, three assists, and one block. Coming off a championship season where she averaged 20.4 points and 8.5 rebounds, Stewart's performance contributes to the excitement for Tri-state sports fans, as the Yankees and Mets are also performing well. Stewart's contributions, alongside teammates Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones,...

Joey Logano dominated the 2024 All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro, leading 199 of 200 laps but lost the lead to Christopher Bell after a late-race strategy change and tire decision. During a critical restart, Bell, who had taken two right-side tires, managed to pass Logano after a fierce battle, ultimately winning his first All-Star Race. Following the event, Logano expressed frustration over Bell's aggressive pass, indicating intentions of retaliation as both drivers prepare for the...

A dominant second period featuring three goals propelled the Florida Panthers to a commanding 6-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. This decisive win not only secured the Panthers’ advancement but also subdued the enthusiastic crowd at Scotiabank Arena. The performance underscored the Panthers' prowess as the reigning Stanley Cup champions, further solidifying their status in the playoffs. Full Article

In preparation for the PGA Championship, the USGA identified Rory McIlroy's driver as nonconforming, requiring him to make a change. Additionally, Scottie Scheffler, who secured a five-stroke victory on Sunday, confirmed that he also had to use a new driver for the tournament due to similar testing results. These developments highlight the ongoing scrutiny of equipment compliance in professional golf. Full Article

In a decisive Game 7 of their second-round series, the Oklahoma City Thunder triumphed over the Denver Nuggets with a commanding 125-93 victory, advancing to the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite a strong start from the Nuggets and exceptional performances from MVP finalists Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder dominated the game, leading to the Nuggets' elimination and a difficult offseason ahead for them. Jokic praised Gilgeous-Alexander postgame, acknowledging his talent,...