The Pelicans could find out tonight if they’ll face Golden State in the Western Conference semifinals. The Warriors can wrap up their series against San Antonio with a win tonight versus the Spurs.

And ESPN reports the Pelicans picked up the team option on Head Coach Alvin Gentry’s contract, so he’ll be back on the sidelines next season. Sources say the decision was made before sweeping the Trail Blazers.

A four-game losing streak has knocked LSU out of the top 25 in all four major polls for the first time since the start of the 2012 season. Tiger Rag Associate Editor James Moran says the bullpen needs to get back on the track….

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LSU hosts Lamar tonight.

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Louisiana Tech junior outfielder Mason Robinson was named Hitter of the Week in Conference USA. The Georgia native hit for the cycle in last week’s win over in-state foe UL-Lafayette. The Bulldogs, who have won five in a row, host the Cajuns tonight. Senior Kennon Fontenot has reached base in 21 straight games.

Elsewhere, McNeese, who has won five of its last six, is at ULM tonight. Cowboys outfielder Jake Cochran had three multi-hit games last week.

Northwestern State hosts Mississippi Valley State for a noon first pitch. Tulane takes on Texas Southern. Nicholls visits Southern and Grambling takes on Alcorn State.

Wide receiver Willie Snead is leaving the Saints for the Ravens. Baltimore offered the restricted free-agent a two-year deal and New Orleans decided not to match.

LSU safety Grant Delpit underwent surgery to repair a broken collarbone suffered in the spring game. Rehab time usually lasts six to eight weeks.

And LSU has reportedly offered four-star defensive lineman CamRon Jackson from Haynesville a scholarship. He’s a top 200-prospect in the Class of 2020.