NBA Action:
The Boston Celtics have fallen out of contention for the number one seed in the Eastern Conference playoff race.  A rash of injuries besieged the team and instead of fighting for the top spot, they have decided to rest players to ensure their health when it matters most.

The Cs are getting their players back for the final stretch of the season to work off the rust and acclimate newcomers Mikki Moore and Stephon Marbury into the rotation.  “Starbury” was finally released by the New York Knicks and signed by Boston to add depth at the point guard position.  Boston hopes to get back in top form as it will have to go through the Cleveland Cavaliers, who have lost only one home game all year to make it back to the NBA Finals. 

The New Jersey Nets and the New York Knicks have all but been eliminated from playoff contention.  The Bricks have lost five straight to end their slim hopes and New Jersey hasn’t been able to overcome an injury to point guard Devin Harris.

NHL Slapshots:
The Boston Bruins have wrapped up the Northeast Division title and now are trying to hold off the hard charging New Jersey Devils for the number one seed on the Eastern Conference.  Boston defeated New Jersey 4-1 to earn their first division title since 2003-4.  The win also gave them a five-point lead in the standings with less then ten games remaining. 

The New Jersey Devils are closing in on the Atlantic Division title.  Already riding a hot streak, the Devils were bolstered by the return of future Hall Of Fame goaltender Martin Brodeur.  Since his return, Broduer has moved past legendary goalie Patrick Roy on the all-time wins list in the NHL. 

The New York Rangers are holding on to the seventh seed in the playoff race with the Montreal Canadians and Florida Panthers toiling behind them.  The team has responded to the firing of head coach Tom Renney by winning seven of their last ten games.  New coach John Tortella has seemingly lit a fire under the previously dormant Blueshirts.