Sports News Roundup: Djokovic rues 'bad day' after shock exit from Indian Wells; Suns' stars shoot past Cavs and more

The Braves' ace struck out the side in the second inning. Reports: Panthers sign G Robert Hunt to $100M deal, release S Vonn Bell Miami Dolphins free agent offensive guard Robert Hunt agreed to a five-year, $100 million deal with the Carolina Panthers on Monday, according to multiple reports.

Following is a summary of current sports news briefs.

Tennis-Djokovic rues 'bad day' after shock exit from Indian Wells

Novak Djokovic waited five years to return to Indian Wells but the Serb's campaign in the California desert came to a close much quicker than anyone expected after 20-year-old Luca Nardi pulled off a stunning 6-4 3-6 6-3 upset on Monday. The world number one had not competed at the tournament since 2019 due to U.S. travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic and saw his hopes of winning a record sixth title dashed by the 123rd ranked lucky loser.

NBA roundup: Suns' stars shoot past Cavs

The Phoenix big three of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal combined to score 88 points, led by Durant's 37, and the visiting Suns beat the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers 117-111 on Monday. Phoenix, opening a four-game road trip, overcame a sluggish start in which it fell behind by as many as 19 points in the second quarter. Beal scored 24 points on 10-of-19 shooting from the floor, part of the Suns' 54.8 percent overall performance. In his return from a four-game absence caused by a right ankle sprain, Booker scored 27 points.

Report: Raiders sign DT Christian Wilkins for $110M

The Las Vegas Raiders agreed to sign star defensive tackle Christian Wilkins to a four-year, $110 million contract, NFL Network reported Monday. The Miami Dolphins opted not to use their franchise tag on the former first-round draft pick, who started all 17 games for the third straight season in 2023 and set a career high with nine sacks.

Bengals awarded third-round pick in NFL's draft flub

Courtesy of an accounting error by the NFL, the Cincinnati Bengals added a third-round draft pick initially awarded as a sixth-rounder when the league released compensatory draft selections. The Bengals were awarded pick No. 97, the top compensatory selection awarded for the 2024 draft, instead of the 208th overall pick at the end of the sixth round.

Tennis-Djokovic stunned by lucky loser Nardi at Indian Wells

World number one Novak Djokovic was stunned 6-4 3-6 6-3 by lucky loser Luca Nardi in the third round of Indian Wells on Monday, a victory which the 20-year-old Italian described as a "miracle". Nardi, who grew up idolizing Djokovic and is ranked 123rd in the world, played the match of his life to defeat the Serbian, dropping his racket and putting his hands over his face after firing an ace out wide to seal the win.

NHL roundup: Kings' shutout snaps Isles' win streak

David Rittich, making his first appearance since Feb. 26, stopped all 26 shots he faced Monday night for the host Los Angeles Kings, who cooled off the New York Islanders 3-0. Rittich, who sat the previous six games behind Cam Talbot, notched his second shutout of the season. He also made 26 saves in a 4-0 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Feb. 10.

Darryl Strawberry recovering from heart attack

New York baseball legend Darryl Strawberry said he's on the road to recovery at a Missouri hospital following a heart attack on Monday. Strawberry was an eight-time All-Star with the Mets and Yankees and serves as a guest hitting instructor for the Mets. He shared a photo from the hospital on Tuesday morning confirming he was OK and thanking medical personnel.

Spring training roundup: Spencer Strider shines, Braves blank Twins

Ozzie Albies homered, Spencer Strider struck out nine batters over five innings and the host Atlanta Braves three-hit the Minnesota Twins 3-0 in spring training action Monday in North Port, Fla. Strider (3-0) punched out nearly half the 19 batters he faced and yielded just two hits, one walk and one hit batter. The Braves' ace struck out the side in the second inning.

Reports: Panthers sign G Robert Hunt to $100M deal, release S Vonn Bell

Miami Dolphins free agent offensive guard Robert Hunt agreed to a five-year, $100 million deal with the Carolina Panthers on Monday, according to multiple reports. Hunt will receive a $26.5 million bonus at signing when he can officially join the team on Wednesday, the first day of the new league year.

Free agency roundup: Panthers continue OL investment

Carolina continued reconstructing its offensive line on Tuesday with a four-year, $53 million contract agreement with guard Damien Lewis. Multiple outlets reported Lewis received $26.2 million in guarantees to pair with another free agent, Robert Hunt, who agreed to a five-year, $100 million contract with the Panthers on Monday. Hunt played guard and tackle for the Miami Dolphins.