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The Oklahoma City Thunder achieved a historic 131-80 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 1 of their playoff series, leading by as much as 56 points and securing a 1-0 series lead. All Thunder starters scored in double digits, with Jalen Williams leading the team with 20 points and a +44 plus/minus, the highest in Thunder playoff history. The win marked the largest margin of victory ever in a Game 1, generating significant reactions...

In a season marked by injuries for the Minnesota Wild, the lead-up to the playoffs saw more roster additions than subtractions, with defensemen Jon Merrill and Declan Chisholm being healthy scratches for Game 1 against Vegas. Coach John Hynes acknowledged the difficulty of such decisions but emphasized the importance of team cohesion and depth, as injuries are common in playoff series. Additionally, forward Devin Shore was recalled from the AHL, adding valuable center depth as...

The Ligue 1 derby between Saint-Etienne and Lyon was interrupted just before half-time when assistant referee Mehdi Rahmouni was struck by a projectile from the crowd. Referee Francois Letexier ordered the match to be halted, with officials meeting to decide on resuming play or abandoning the game. Saint-Etienne was leading 1-0 due to a goal from Lucas Stassin, while Lyon fans were banned from attending, and the club faced potential sanctions for recent crowd behavior,...

Reema Juffali views her efforts in promoting motorsports as a "blank canvas," emphasizing her commitment to fostering the next generation of Saudi women racers and increasing overall participation in the region. Her passion is evident as she actively engages in this mission, going beyond mere discussion by launching her own team, Theeba Motorsport. Juffali's dedication highlights a significant step forward for women in motorsports and the broader sporting landscape in Saudi Arabia. Full Article

27Mohamed Salah of Liverpool has scored his second penalty against Southampton, bringing his total to 27 goals in the Premier League this season. Following him in the rankings are Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak, both with 21 goals, while Chris Wood and Bryan Mbeumo have netted 18 goals each. Other notable players include Ollie Watkins with 15 goals, and several players tied at lower numbers, contributing to a competitive scoring race this season. Full Article

The fifth round of the season featured qualifying updates, with Max Verstappen (Red Bull) taking the top spot, followed by Oscar Piastri (McLaren) and George Russell (Mercedes). Other notable qualifiers included Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes), and Carlos Sainz (Williams), with Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) and Yuki Tsunoda (Red Bull) also making the cut. The grid was completed by Pierre Gasly (Alpine), Lando Norris (McLaren), and several others, highlighting a competitive field as the season...