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Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson, a key player and two-way force, will be out for 10 to 14 days due to a left ankle sprain, with no structural damage but requiring treatment for swelling and rehab following an MRI. Thompson sustained the injury during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans, falling awkwardly and limping off the court just shy of a triple-double performance, showcasing his impact as a fulltime starter with impressive averages of 16.4...

Russell Henley won the Arnold Palmer Invitational by rallying with a 2-under 70, including a chip-in for eagle on the 16th hole to secure the victory. Collin Morikawa led for most of the final round but faltered, finishing with a 72 as Henley surged ahead. Henley's win, his fifth on the PGA Tour, moved him to No. 7 in the world rankings and earned him $4 million from the $20 million purse. Full Article

Mark Ogden, a senior soccer writer for ESPN.com, highlights Ruben Amorim's praise for Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes, stating that the team needs more players like him. Despite Fernandes's goal being canceled out by Arsenal's Declan Rice, Amorim commends Fernandes's leadership and offensive capabilities. Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta also acknowledges Fernandes's intelligence and skill, with both teams now focusing on upcoming matches in the Europa League and the need for improved performances. Full Article

British No. 2 Cameron Norrie's run at Indian Wells ended in the third round with a 6-3 7-5 defeat to American 10th seed Tommy Paul, matching his last-32 exit from the previous year. Norrie's loss was sealed with a double fault as Paul advanced to face fifth seed Daniil Medvedev in the last-16 encounter. Medvedev, Griekspoor, and Tsitsipas also advanced to the next round in the tournament. Full Article

Your support enables The Independent to cover critical stories like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, with a commitment to separating facts from messaging. Donations help send journalists to report on both sides of the story, ensuring quality journalism accessible to all. Ollie Lawrence's devastating Achilles injury during England's Six Nations win over Italy impacted both him and his team, with fly half Fin Smith highlighting the emotional toll and the team's adaptation to...

Baron Davis, a retired NBA All-Star, is a man of ambitions and imagination, involved in various endeavors post-hoops including producing, directing, hosting podcasts, and investing in tech apps. Despite his successful basketball career and financial stability, Davis felt a creative void until he turned to music, taking rapping seriously and finding solace in self-expression. Embracing vulnerability and authenticity, Davis is on a journey of self-discovery and artistic exploration, challenging stereotypes of athlete-turned-rappers by creating music...