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The Washington Capitals held off a late push from the Montreal Canadiens and walked away with a thrilling 3-2 overtime win in Game 1 of their first-round series, thanks to a vintage performance from their captain. Alex Ovechkin delivered in the clutch, scoring his second goal of the night just 2:26 into overtime by knocking a rebound out of midair to give the Capitals a 1-0 series lead. The goal marked Ovechkin’s first career playoff overtime winner — in his 45th try. “It’s playoff hockey,” Ovechkin said. “It doesn’t matter who scores, but yeah, it feels good to help the…

NBA legend Phil Jackson has emerged from his usual quiet to deliver a pointed critique of the league he once ruled. In a rare social media post on Easter Sunday, the 13-time NBA champion publicly criticized the NBA for scheduling games on sacred religious holidays. “Again the NBA tests faith by playing multiple games on Christmas and Easter… sacred days,”— Phil Jackson (@PhilJackson11), April 20, 2025 This was Jackson’s first post on X (formerly Twitter) in over a year—and only his third in the past seven years—making the message all the more impactful. A History of Speaking Out Jackson, known…

NBA Playoffs: The Detroit Pistons finally broke their playoff curse on Monday night, snapping a record 15-game postseason losing streak with a gritty 100-94 win over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The series is now tied 1-1 as it heads to Detroit. Cunningham Comes Up Big Cade Cunningham was the star of the night, dropping 33 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Dennis Schroder was also clutch off the bench, scoring 20, including a cold-blooded three-pointer with under a minute to play that gave Detroit the lead for good. Tobias Harris added 15 points and 13 rebounds, while…

A highly anticipated middleweight title clash between champion Dricus Du Plessis and unbeaten contender Khamzat Chimaev is now in doubt, following reports that Du Plessis has suffered an injury. According to veteran journalist Kevin Iole, the South African champion may be sidelined for longer than expected, putting his UFC 317 title defense in jeopardy. While the nature of the injury hasn’t been confirmed, it’s reportedly serious enough to delay his return to the Octagon. The bout was widely expected to headline UFC’s International Fight Week event in Las Vegas on June 28, but the UFC has yet to officially announce…

Italy’s football schedule paused as world mourns the passing of the Pope. The Italian football world came to a halt on Easter Monday following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88. In response, all scheduled matches in Serie A, Serie B, Serie C, and the Primavera league were postponed out of respect for the late pontiff. The Vatican announced the news early Monday morning. Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, passed away after a long illness. He had been battling pneumonia and had recently returned home after a five-week hospital stay. Football on Pause…

Oklahoma City made history, Boston relied on its depth, Cleveland’s bench came alive, and Golden State closed out a tight one. Here’s how the top seeds handled business to open their NBA Playoffs 2025 first-round series. Thunder Humiliate Grizzlies in Record-Breaking Blowout The Oklahoma City Thunder sent a thunderous message to the league with a 131-80 dismantling of the Memphis Grizzlies — the largest margin of victory ever in a Game 1 and the fifth-largest in NBA playoff history. What made it more stunning? Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had an off night, scoring just 15 points. It was a total…

NBA MVP: The NBA has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Most Valuable Player award, and once again, the top three contenders all hail from outside the United States. Leading the charge are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Canada), Nikola Jokic (Serbia), and Giannis Antetokounmpo (Greece), three global superstars who have dominated the league this season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: The League’s Scoring King Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has taken his game to another level in 2025. Averaging a league-best 32.7 points per game, he also shot an impressive 52% from the field and guided the Thunder to an NBA-best 68 wins. Oklahoma…

As the 2025 Formula 1 season unfolds, Oscar Piastri has emerged as a formidable contender for the World Championship. With three victories in the first five races, including a commanding win at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri now leads the drivers’ standings with 99 points, ahead of teammate Lando Norris (89 points) and Max Verstappen (87 points) .​ Piastri’s Ascendancy Piastri’s rise to the top has been marked by consistent performances and strategic acumen. His victory in Saudi Arabia showcased his ability to capitalize on opportunities, overtaking Verstappen at the start and maintaining his lead despite pressure. This…

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, Tampa Bay Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht enters with momentum and a mission. His track record is unmatched — and now, a lesser-known stat shows just how dominant he’s been in the draft room. Since Licht took over in 2014, Buccaneers draft picks from Rounds 1 through 5 have played more snaps and started more games than any other team in the NFL. With the draft just days away, Licht’s next move could solidify Tampa Bay’s playoff credentials for years to come. Ronde Barber Backs a Defensive Reboot Hall of Fame cornerback Ronde Barber,…

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 117-95 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs didn’t just expose cracks—it spotlighted a gaping hole. Despite Luka Dončić’s 37-point effort, LA was clearly outmatched in the paint. Without a reliable center, the Lakers lacked the defensive presence, rebounding power, and lob-finishing that could’ve changed the game’s tone. No Anchor in the Middle The Lakers’ rotation at center simply didn’t hold up. Jaxson Hayes played just eight minutes, and Los Angeles was outscored by 11 in that brief stint. Without a true big, the Timberwolves attacked relentlessly inside, outscoring LA in…