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West playoff takeaways: Lakers close out series ag...
The Lakers overcame early turnover woes to beat the Rockets 4‑2, with LeBron James leading the charge and the team tightening its defense for the next round against the Thunder. Meanwhile, the Timberw
Audi Crooks transfers to Oklahoma State
Top‑ranked women’s basketball transfer Audi Crooks, who averaged 25.8 points per game and shot 64.9% from the floor, announced her move from Iowa State to Oklahoma State, staying in the Big 12. The tr
NBA playoff winners and losers: Victor Wembanyama dazzles in debut, No. 1 Pistons in trouble vs. Magic?
Victor Wembanyama lit up his playoff debut with 35 points, while the Celtics and Thunder rolled over their opponents. The biggest shock came as the eighth‑seeded Magic toppled the top‑seeded Pistons,
Magic stun top-seeded Pistons with Game 1 upset
The eighth‑seeded Orlando Magic stunned top‑seeded Detroit 112‑101 in Game 1, snapping the Pistons’ 11‑game home playoff losing streak that stretches back to 2008. While Cade Cunningham exploded for a
Fitzpatrick Defeats Scheffler in RBC Heritage Playoff
Matt Fitzpatrick clinched his second RBC Heritage title by sinking a clutch 4‑iron birdie in a sudden‑death playoff against Scottie Scheffler, who had rallied from three shots back. The win echoed his
Zachariah Branch arrested in Athens, Georgia
Top NFL draft prospect Zachariah Branch was arrested early Sunday in Athens on two misdemeanor charges after attending Georgia’s spring game. Police say he ignored commands to clear a sidewalk, and ES
NBA playoffs: Defending champion Thunder open with victory
Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander powered the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder to a 119‑84 rout of the Phoenix Suns in Game 1, while Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics past the Philadelphia 76ers 123‑9
Barkley and Jordan to Play Golf After NBA Season
After a 15‑year silence sparked by Barkley’s 2012 criticism of Jordan’s ownership of the Charlotte Bobcats, the two Hall of Famers are finally planning a joint golf outing once the NBA season ends. Ba
Manchester City 2‑1 Arsenal win narrows title gap
Manchester City’s 2‑1 win over Arsenal, secured by Erling Haaland’s 65th‑minute goal, cut the Gunners’ lead to three points with a game in hand, reigniting a neck‑and‑neck title race. Arteta insisted
Champions League almost sewn up but race for Europe tighter than ever
Arsenal and Manchester City have locked into the top five while Liverpool, fresh from a Champions League exit, clawed back with a 100th‑minute winner. The fight for Europe is now razor‑thin, with just
Abraham Scores Late Winner as Villa Beat Sunderland 4-3
Aston Villa edged Sunderland 4‑3 in a seven‑goal thriller, with Tammy Abraham’s late winner sealing the win after a Sunderland comeback, bolstering Unai Emery’s side’s chase for Champions League quali
F1 Sets Energy‑Management Tweaks Ahead of Miami GP
After a dramatic crash at the Japanese Grand Prix and driver outcry over energy‑management, F1, the FIA and teams gathered on 20 April to hammer out tweaks before the Miami race. With FIA President Mo
Kentucky basketball under Mark Pope: Insiders reveal transfer portal news, 2026 recruits, roster, best targets
Entering his third season, Mark Pope inherits a Wildcats roster that lost 70% of its 2025‑26 scoring after the departure of Otega Oweh and Denzel Aberdeen. To rebuild, Kentucky has landed transfer poi
Michigan Basketball: Transfer Returns, New Recruits
After clinching the national title on April 6, Michigan’s Dusty May is already re‑tooling the roster for 2026, locking in returns from Ellliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney while welcoming JP Estrella and
Slot Dedicates Liverpool's Late Derby Win to Fans
Liverpool manager Arne Slot dedicated his side's 2-1 comeback derby win at Everton to the club's supporters, framing the result as consolation for a season scarred by FA Cup and Champions League quart
LeBron James 19‑13 double‑double sets playoff record
LeBron James posted 19 points and 13 assists in the Lakers’ Game 1 win over Houston, becoming the oldest player ever to log a points‑assists double‑double in an NBA playoff game.
Giants Trade Dexter Lawrence to Bengals for No.10 Pick
The New York Giants have sent Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the No. 10 overall pick, keeping the No. 5 slot as well. The trade ends a seven‑year contract stal
Carrick silences doubters as Man Utd close on Champions League
Manchester United’s win over Chelsea pushes them closer to a Champions League return and quiets growing doubts about Michael Carrick’s approach. BBC Sport and Sky Sports note the victory also damages
Wild celebrations to verge of tears - time running out for Spurs
Tottenham's brief celebration turned to heartbreak after a loss to Brighton, which dealt a devastating blow to their Premier League survival hopes. The defeat leaves the Spurs with dwindling time to s
Arsenal fans nervous ahead of Manchester City clash
After a disappointing loss to Bournemouth that left Arsenal fans booing their team, manager Mikel Arteta is determined to keep the frustration off the field as they prepare to face Manchester City. Th
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