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The Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing Game 5 to the Minnesota Timberwolves, who won 103-96, with Rudy Gobert leading Minnesota with 27 points and 24 rebounds. The Lakers struggled offensively and defensively, with Luka Doncic scoring 28 points on inefficient shooting, while Magic Johnson attributed the loss to poor defense, a small lineup, and the Timberwolves' dominance in the paint. With the series ending 4-1, the Lakers' future is...

Rashford determined to be fit for England games in JuneMarcus Rashford, the Manchester United forward, is in Dubai to start his recovery from a hamstring injury, aiming to be fit for England's international matches in June. The 27-year-old, who has likely played his last game for Aston Villa this season due to the injury, is undergoing rehabilitation to enhance his chances of participating in a World Cup qualifier against Andorra and a friendly against Senegal....

The Houston Rockets faced elimination in Game 5 against the Golden State Warriors but came out with urgency, leading 76-49 at halftime and setting a playoff record for the most points in a half for Houston since 1997-98. Fred VanVleet led the team with 26 points, and all starters scored in double digits, contributing to a 131-116 victory that extended the series. The Rockets will head back to San Francisco for Game 6, with the...

Brent Rooker hit a crucial two-run homer in the ninth inning, followed by Lawrence Butler's first career grand slam, leading the Athletics to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers. The game featured a strong performance by Texas starter Nathan Eovaldi, who allowed only one run in six innings, while the Rangers struggled offensively, going 1 for 11 with runners in scoring position. The win marks the Athletics' sixth in eight games, setting up a...

LSU Baseball relief pitchers Zac Cowan and Casan Evans have been named to the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association's Stopper of the Year midseason watchlist, both leading the team with six saves. Cowan boasts a 1.13 ERA and a 0.82 WHIP, while Evans has a 1.09 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP, with both excelling in late-game situations. Evans, a true freshman, has shown promise as a potential weekend starter, recently pitching five scoreless innings against...

The Detroit Pistons are down 3-2 in their first-round playoff series against the New York Knicks, but hope remains as they prepare for Game 6 at home. If the Pistons win, they will face the Boston Celtics in the second round, with the series scheduled to start on May 5. After a disappointing prior season, the Pistons have surprised many with their playoff performance, making their series against the Knicks one of the most exciting...