The NBA schedule for April 3, 2025, features nine matchups with playoff positioning and momentum on the line. Check out key storylines, team analysis, and top players to watch as the regular season winds down.
PH opens AVC Beach Tour Nuvali Open with strong wins
Alas Pilipinas got off to a winning start in the Rebisco AVC Beach Tour Nuvali Open, with both men’s and women’s teams securing victories in Santa Rosa, Laguna.
![Kevin Durant’s future with the Phoenix Suns remains uncertain as trade talks loom. [photo credit: Phoenix Suns Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/487927918_18500403325016388_2881572534971915309_n-1024x929.jpeg)
Will the Sun Still Rise in Phoenix?
The Phoenix Suns face an uncertain future with the NBA’s highest payroll, aging stars, and a bleak playoff outlook. Will the franchise rebuild around Devin Booker, or is a full reset inevitable?
![Cleopas emphasizes the importance of early training in developing basketball skills. [Milcu photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Joph-Cleopas-2-1024x682.jpg)
Cleopas stresses fundamentals in Milcu Sports coaching clinic
Perpetual Junior ALTAs head coach Joph Cleopas highlights the importance of strong fundamentals in basketball, emphasizing that raw talent alone is not enough for success.
![Cignal and Criss Cross players prepare for an intense Spikers’ Turf Finals clash. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ST-2025-Criss-Cross-vs.-Cignal-Kim-Malabunga-6679-1024x683.jpg)
Cignal, Criss Cross set for intense showdown in Spikers’ Turf Finals
Defending champion Cignal and red-hot Criss Cross face off in Game One of the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference Finals, with both teams aiming for the coveted title.
NBA Betting Odds & Match Previews – April 2, 2025
The NBA season continues on April 2, 2025, with key matchups featuring the Nuggets vs. Timberwolves, Bulls vs. Raptors, and Hawks vs. Blazers. Get betting odds, predictions, and expert analysis to maximize your wagers.
![Myla Pablo rises for the clutch game-winning attack against Choco Mucho. [PVL photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PVL-AFC-25-Choco-Mucho-vs.-Petro-Gazz-Myla-Pablo-8271-1024x683.jpg)
Petro Gazz stages stunning comeback to move closer to PVL All-Filipino Finals
Petro Gazz rallied from a six-point deficit in Set 4 to defeat Choco Mucho in a dramatic finish, moving a step closer to the PVL All-Filipino Finals.
![UST's Sofiah Pagara and Khy Progella celebrate a point during their gold medal match versus NU's Honey Grace Cordero and Kizil Doren Quijote. [photo credit: BVR]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/KP1_50921-1024x683.jpg)
College stars suit up for Alas Pilipinas in Rebisco AVC Beach Tour Nuvali Open
Alas Pilipinas will feature top college stars in the Rebisco AVC Beach Tour Nuvali Open, where elite teams from 11 nations will compete for beach volleyball supremacy.
![Alex Compton [photo credit: Milcu]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Alex-Compton-in-Milcu-1024x682.jpg)
Alex Compton names Kevin Racal, Ping Exciminiano as the best defenders he’s ever coached
Former Alaska Aces head coach Alex Compton has named Kevin Racal and Ping Exciminiano as the best defenders he has ever coached, highlighting their on-ball and off-ball defensive prowess.
![Alyssa Valdez fires a decisive hit as Creamline cruises past Akari in straight sets. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PVL-AFC-25-Creamline-vs.-Akari-Alyssa-Valdez-7081-1024x683.jpg)
Creamline crushes Akari to keep PVL Finals hopes alive
Facing the risk of missing the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference Finals for the first time in seven editions, Creamline delivered a commanding straight-sets victory over Akari, 25-18, 25-19, 25-19, to stay in contention.