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Timberwolves Beat Warriors in Game 5 to Reach Western Conference Finals for 2nd Straight Year

Edwards had 22 points and 12 assists for the sixth-seeded Wolves.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards approached for a handshake during Julius Randle’s postgame TV interview, the duo putting a seal on another dominant series for Minnesota in these NBA playoffs. Randle scored 29 points on 13-for-18 shooting to send the Timberwolves to the Western Conference finals for the second straight year with a 121-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5…

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Rumors of a Federal Pardon for Derek Chauvin

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Derek Chauvin MINNESOTA — The five-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder is coming later this month on May 25th. And with that, there are concerns President Donald Trump might issue his convicted killer — Derek Chauvin — a pardon. Trump has not given any public indication he would pardon the former Minneapolis police officer. But rumors persist. Chauvin is currently…

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Taylor Heise Scores in OT to Help Frost Eliminate Sceptres with 4-3 Victory in PWHL Playoffs

Ottawa leads top-seed Montreal 2-1 in the other series. Game 4 is Friday in Ottawa.
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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Taylor Heise scored in overtime after a two-goal effort by Kendall Coyne Schofield and the defending champion Minnesota Frost eliminated the second-seeded Toronto Sceptres with a 4-3 victory on Wednesday night. Minnesota — the fourth and final seed in both postseasons — rallied from two goals down to become the first team in the league’s…

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NFL’s Record Seven International Games Features Back-to-Back Games for Vikings in Dublin and London

The Vikings are 8-0 in international games, including 4-0 in the regular season.
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The Minnesota Vikings get a double dip of international play in 2025 with trips to both Ireland and Britain as the NFL features a record seven overseas kickoffs this season, including forays into Germany and Spain. The Vikings will play the Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park in Dublin on Sept. 28 in Ireland’s first NFL regular season game, and then…

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Edwards, Randle Lead the Way Again as Timberwolves Beat Warriors 117-110 for 3-1 Playoff Series Lead

Now, it’s back home to Minneapolis for the Wolves with a chance to clinch the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
The Associated Press,

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Anthony Edwards let it fly from 30 feet just before the halftime buzzer and his 3-pointer provided some much-needed momentum that Minnesota took right into a commanding third quarter. Edwards also spoke up to his team at halftime and Chris Finch credited that pep talk for setting the tone ahead of an impressive second half. “At…

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Edwards, Randle Lead Timberwolves Past Warriors 102-97 For 2-1 Lead in Second-Round Playoff Series

Game 4 is Monday night at Chase Center.
The Associated Press,

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Even with Stephen Curry sidelined and Draymond Green in foul trouble, the Golden State Warriors were ahead by five points in the fourth quarter and felt they had every chance to grab a series lead against the Minnesota Timberwolves at home. Until Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle took over for the Timberwolves in crunch time. Edwards…

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T-Wolves Tie Series with 117-93 Win vs. Curry-Less Warriors Behind Randle’s 24 Points

Anthony Edwards finished with 20 points after an injury scare for the Wolves.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Julius Randle had 24 points and 11 assists to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves through another uneven performance, this time capitalizing on Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s absence in a 117-93 victory on Thursday that tied the second-round playoff series at one game apiece. Anthony Edwards finished with 20 points after an injury scare for the Wolves, who more than tripled…

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Warriors Take Game 1 From Cold-Shooting Wolves 99-88 Despite Curry’s Departure with Hamstring Strain

The home teams have yet to win in the second round of these NBA playoffs.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Stephen Curry was already in the locker room with a bag of ice against his leg when his Golden State teammates arrived for halftime with a comfortable lead. The Warriors sure made the best of a bad situation. Buddy Hield and Draymond Green delivered from 3-point range with Curry suddenly sidelined by a hamstring strain, and Jimmy Butler gave…

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Marc-Andre Fleury Has Played His Last NHL Game, But Retirement Can Wait a Few More Weeks

Fleury played in the Olympics for Team Canada in 2010.
The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury has exited the NHL after 21 seasons in the net, eager for more family time and an end to the on-ice tributes while fully accepting at age 40 that he’s no longer at his best. OK, so he’s not quite ready to completely call it quits. Fleury revealed on Monday during a season-ending interview in…

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Twins Activate Royce Lewis for Season Debut, and Also Bring Back Willi Castro from Injured List

The first overall pick in the 2017 draft, Lewis suffered his latest injury on March 16 while running out a ground ball in an exhibition game.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins have returned third baseman Royce Lewis from his rehab assignment, clearing the way for his season debut after he strained his left hamstring in spring training. The Twins reinstated both Lewis and multi-position player Willi Castro from the injured list on Monday, putting both regulars in play for the start of their three-game series against Baltimore…

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Gov. Evers Says He’s Not Afraid After Trump Official Suggests Possible Arrest

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said Friday that every American should be concerned about “chilling” suggestions from President Donald Trump’s top border adviser that he could be arrested over guidance the Democrat issued to state employees about what to do if confronted by federal immigration agents. “I’m not afraid,” Evers said in the extraordinary video posted on…

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Minneapolis Shooting Suspect Charged In 4 Homicides; Native American Community Shaken

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AP MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Six people who all knew each other were inside a vehicle when one, a man with an alleged gang connection, shot each of them in the head before fleeing, according to newly unsealed criminal charges in this week’s mass shooting in Minneapolis. Three victims died at the scene early Tuesday. Another succumbed to his wounds Thursday….

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Vegas Moves On with 3-2 Win in Series Clincher, as Wild Go 1-And-Done Yet Again

Minnesota has lost nine consecutive series in the NHL playoffs and last made it out of the first round 10 years ago.
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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Jack Eichel scored his first goal of the series to give the Vegas the lead late in the second period, and Adin Hill held it up on a 29-save night to spur the Golden Knights onto the second round with a 3-2 victory in Game 6 that ousted the Minnesota Wild on Thursday. Shea Theodore…

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Rudy Gobert Dominates Small-Ball Lakers and the Timberwolves Advance with a 103-96 Win in Game 5

Gobert had playoff career highs with 27 points and 24 rebounds.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves spent Game 5 in a dismal shooting funk, providing the Los Angeles Lakers with ample opportunity to stave off playoff elimination. While his teammates struggled, Rudy Gobert stepped up against the small-ball Lakers — and on their big man’s shoulders, the Wolves are going all the way back to the second round. Gobert…

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Howden’s OT Goal Gives Golden Knights a 3-2 Win Over the Wild and 3-2 Series Lead

Minnesota will attempt to avoid another first-round series exit.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — It appeared in the closing two minutes that the Vegas Golden Knights would be heading back to Minnesota on the brink of elimination. But in a crazy sequence in which the Wild’s potential winning goal was at first upheld on video review and then overturned on a Vegas challenge, the Golden Knights had new life and…

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Haliburton and Pacers Eliminate Bucks from Playoffs, Closing OT with 8-0 Run to Win 119-118

Indiana forced two turnovers in the final 17 seconds of overtime.
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers stole one from the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night. Indiana forced two turnovers in the final 17 seconds of overtime, and Haliburton blew past Giannis Antetokounmpo for the go-ahead layup with 1.3 seconds left to give the Pacers a 119-118 victory and a 4-1 series win. The Pacers closed the game…

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Vikings Agree to $23M Contract Extension with Pro Bowl Edge Rusher Andrew Van Ginkel

Van Ginkel returned two interceptions for touchdowns with six passes defensed and one forced fumble in a breakout season.
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EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings and edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel reached an agreement on Tuesday on a one-year, $23 million contract extension coming off his first Pro Bowl selection and a career-high 11 1/2 sacks last season. The deal, negotiated with the Vikings by Van Ginkel’s agents Drew Rosenhaus and Jason Rosenhaus, includes $22.4 million guaranteed. The…

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Man arrested following death of Adam Johnson won’t face charges

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LONDON (AP) — A man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson has been told he will not face any charges, British prosecutors said Tuesday. Johnson played for the Nottingham Panthers and died shortly after his neck had been sliced in a collision with Sheffield Steelers defenseman Matt Petgrave during a game on…

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Bucks Confirm Damian Lillard has a Torn Left Achilles Tendon

The injury knocks Lillard out for the rest of the postseason and could put his status for next season in doubt as well.
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — Damian Lillard has a torn left Achilles tendon, confirming the Milwaukee Bucks’ worst fears after the seven-time all-NBA guard was helped off the court Sunday night. The Bucks announced the severity of Lillard’s injury after he had an MRI on Monday. The injury knocks Lillard out for the rest of the postseason and could put his status…

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Pacers Roll to 129-103 Victory in Game 4 to Take 3-1 Lead After Bucks Lose Lillard to Injury

Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo had 28 points, 15 rebounds and six assists.
The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Indiana Pacers scored at will while the Milwaukee Bucks couldn’t recover from the loss of one of their two superstar players. Now the Pacers are on the verge of ending the Bucks’ season for a second straight year. Myles Turner scored 23 points and the Pacers shot 60.2% on Sunday night while winning 129-103 over the…

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Timberwolves Push Lakers to Edge of Elimination With 116-113 Comeback Win Behind Edwards’ 43 Points

Julius Randle added 25 points and McDaniels had 16 points and 11 rebounds for the Wolves, who trailed by 12 late in the third quarter.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – The Minnesota Timberwolves have found a new gear after a regular season of fits and starts. Jaden McDaniels converted a three-point play with 39.5 seconds left for the lead and stole the ensuing inbounds pass from LeBron James, leading a rally by the Timberwolves for a 116-113 win over the Los Angeles Lakers that put them up…

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Barbashev Scores in OT, Golden Knights Beat Wild 4-3 in Game 4 to Even First-Round Series

Ivan Barbashev scored at 17:26 of overtime and the Golden Knights beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in Game 4 on Saturday to even their first-round playoff series.
The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Some puck luck finally went the Vegas Golden Knights’ way and they avoided getting pushed to the brink of elimination. Ivan Barbashev scored at 17:26 of overtime and the Golden Knights beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in Game 4 on Saturday to even their first-round playoff series. Nicolas Roy and Tomas Hertl each had a goal and…

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Elon Musk’s X Sues To Overturn Minnesota Political Deepfakes Ban

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — X Corp., the social media platform owned by Trump adviser Elon Musk, is challenging the constitutionality of a Minnesota ban on using deepfakes to influence elections and harm candidates, saying it violates First Amendment speech protections. The company’s federal lawsuit filed this week also contends that the 2023 state law is preempted by a 1996 federal statute…

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Trent Ties Bucks Playoff Mark With 9 3s, He and Giannis Score 37 in 117-101 Game 3 Win Over Pacers

Trent also was assigned to cover Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton, who was held in check for most of the game.
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MILWAUKEE, Wis.- Gary Trent Jr. got hot from deep, Giannis Antetokounmpo dominated in the paint and together they gave the Milwaukee Bucks new life in their first-round playoff series. Trent tied a franchise playoff record with nine 3-pointers and scored 37 points, Antetokounmpo also had 37 and the Bucks used a big second half to beat Indiana 117-101 on Friday…

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Wolves Top Lakers 116-104 in Game 3 to Take Series Lead Behind Both-Ways Standout Jaden McDaniels

Julius Randle added 22 points for the Wolves, who outscored the Lakers 13-1 over the final 4:37 after Doncic’s tying baseline jumper.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The Minnesota Timberwolves, with so many promising performances spoiled by late mistakes fresh in their memory bank, sure timed this strong finish well. Jaden McDaniels scored a career playoff-high 30 points and spearheaded Minnesota’s stifling defense on an ailing Luka Doncic, and the Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 116-104 to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series on…

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Adrian Peterson Faces DWI Charge in Minnesota After Arrest Following Vikings Draft Party

According to Hennepin County jail records, Peterson was booked at 5:16 a.m. and released from custody at 7:31 a.m. on a $4,000 bond.
The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Former star running back Adrian Peterson was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving early Friday in Minnesota after appearing at an NFL draft party for Vikings fans. According to Hennepin County jail records, Peterson was booked at 5:16 a.m. and released from custody at 7:31 a.m. on a $4,000 bond. The 40-year-old faces a fourth-degree misdemeanor charge of driving while…

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Kaprizov Scores 2 Power-Play Goals to Help the Wild Beat Vegas 5-2 for a 2-1 Series Lead

Game 4 is in Minnesota on Saturday.
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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kirill Kaprizov missed half of the regular season with a lingering lower-body injury that kept him out until just before the NHL playoffs began as the Minnesota Wild barely got in. He’s fully recovered now. His team clearly is, too. Kaprizov had had two power-play goals to help the Wild beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 on Thursday night for a…

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Vikings Get Ohio State Guard Donovan Jackson in NFL Draft with 24th Pick

Jackson was a three-year starter at left guard who moved to left tackle midway through his senior season.
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The Minnesota Vikings were never more determined to fix their blocking problems than were this spring, after a 14-win season was ultimately torpedoed by too much interior pressure. Donovan Jackson became the final piece of the upgrade. The Vikings made the Ohio State guard the 24th selection in the NFL draft on Thursday night, completing an offseason overhaul of the interior of their offensive…

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Packers Select Wide Receiver Matthew Golden with No. 23 Pick in NFL Draft

The previous time the Packers used their first-round pick to select a wide receiver was Javon Walker at 20th overall 23 years ago.
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GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Matthew Golden was well aware that the Green Bay Packers hadn’t selected a wide receiver in the first round of the NFL draft since 2002. But that didn’t shake Golden’s confidence that his name would be called by the Packers. The host team for this year’s draft selected the Texas star wide receiver at No….

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Gov. Tim Walz Pledges To Protect Minnesota From ‘Chaos’ He Says Trump Has Unleashed On World

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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz pledged Wednesday night to do everything in his power to protect Minnesotans from the chaos that he said President Donald Trump has unleashed on the country and the world. Delivering his annual State of the State speech to a joint session of the Legislature, the Democratic governor said Minnesota is as strong…

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Twins Legends Tony Oliva and Kent Hrbek are Recovering From Strokes Suffered Days Apart

Both are expected to make a full recovery.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Two Minnesota Twins greats are recovering from strokes suffered days apart, the team confirmed Wednesday. Former right fielder and designated hitter Tony Oliva had what the team called “a series of mini strokes” over the past month but is expected to make a full recovery. Former first baseman Kent Hrbek also suffered a minor stroke following knee…

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Kaprizov’s 3-Point Game Leads the Wild to a 5-2 Win Over the Golden Knights, Tying the Series

Game 3 is Thursday night in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Kirill Kaprizov cautioned it’s just two games, but what a pair of performances. He followed up a two-assist game in the series opener with two goals and another helper Tuesday night as the Minnesota Wild took advantage of turnover-prone Vegas and beat the Golden Knights 5-2, tying the first-round playoff series at a game apiece. Game…

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Luka Scores 31, and the Lakers Muscle Past the Timberwolves 94-85 to Even 1st-Round Series

Game 3 is Friday night in Minneapolis.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rui Hachimura got smacked in the face early in Game 2, and he headed to the Los Angeles Lakers’ locker room with a bleeding nose. He was back on the court just one quarter later wearing a mask, which he discarded shortly afterward because it annoyed him. The Lakers said they collectively got smacked in the…

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Siakam, Haliburton’s Double-Doubles Lead Pacers Past Bucks 123-115 for 2-0 Series Lead

Bobby Portis Jr. finished with 28 points, including six 3-pointers, and 12 rebounds for the Bucks.
The Associated Press,

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Pascal Siakam had 24 points and 11 rebounds and Tyrese Haliburton added 21 points and 12 assists to lead the Indiana Pacers past the Milwaukee Bucks 123-115 on Tuesday night for a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series. Indiana has won five of the last six playoff games between the teams and never trailed in this…

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Milwaukee’s Damian Lillard Expects to Play when Bucks and Pacers Meet in Game 2

The Pacers won the first game 117-98 as Lillard continued to work his way back into game shape.
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Damian Lillard spent the last month recuperating from a health scare. Now, the Milwaukee Bucks guard is ready to resume his quest for that elusive NBA title. The nine-time All-Star told reporters that he expects to play Tuesday night when the Bucks visit the Indiana Pacers for Game 2 of their best-of-seven first-round playoff series. The Pacers…

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Pope Francis dies at 88

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Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor, has died, as announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo. He was 88. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father,” said Cardinal Kevin Farrell in an announcement of the death. Francis,…

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Marijuana Holiday 4/20 Coincides With Easter, Passover This Year

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Courtesy: Associated Press Marijuana culture’s high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways, including an “Easter nug hunt” in Los Angeles, kosher-style THC gummies in New York and a “blaze and praise” drag brunch in Portland, Oregon. “It seemed appropriate…

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Timberwolves Rout Lakers 117-95 in 1st-Round Series Opener, Overcoming Luka Doncic’s 37 Points

Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points, Naz Reid added 23 with six 3-pointers, and the Timberwolves overcame Doncic’s 37-point effort for a 117-95 victory Saturday night.
The Associated Press,

LOS ANGELES, Calif.- Anthony Edwards was not at all surprised when the Minnesota Timberwolves showed enough talent and togetherness to turn Luka Doncic’s playoff debut with the Lakers into a rout for the visitors. Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points, Naz Reid added 23 with six 3-pointers, and the Timberwolves overcame Doncic’s 37-point effort for a 117-95 victory Saturday night. Edwards…

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Siakam, Haliburton Help Pacers Race Past Bucks 117-98 For a 1-0 Lead in 1st-Round Playoff Series

Pascal Siakam kept it simple Saturday. He got to his spots, hit his shots and made the plays.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.- Pascal Siakam kept it simple Saturday. He got to his spots, hit his shots and made the plays. The three-time All-Star finished with 25 points and seven rebounds while Tyrese Haliburton added 10 points and 12 assists to lead the Indiana Pacers past the Milwaukee Bucks 117-98 for a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference best-of-seven first-round series. “It’s just…

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Bucks’ Damian Lillard is Off Blood-Thinning Medication and Cleared for Full Basketball Activity

The Bucks still aren’t indicating exactly when the seven-time all-NBA performer might play again.
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard is off blood-thinning medication and has been cleared for full basketball activity, a major step forward in his return from the deep vein thrombosis that has kept him out for the last month. The Bucks still aren’t indicating exactly when the seven-time all-NBA performer might play again, though he has been ruled…

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Wild Clinch Playoff Spot by Taking Ducks to OT on Eriksson Ek’s Tying Goal with 20.9 Seconds Left

Minnesota’s first-round series starts in Las Vegas either Saturday or Sunday.
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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild clinched a spot in the playoffs in dramatic fashion when Joel Eriksson Ek scored the tying goal with 20.9 seconds left in regulation, and Matt Boldy got the winner with 17.9 seconds remaining in overtime to beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Tuesday. The crowd erupted again when the Wild sent retiring goalie Marc-Andre…

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Bucks Say Lillard Has Made ‘Significant Improvement’ But Aren’t Indicating When He Might Play Again

Lillard last played in a game on March 18.
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks said Damian Lillard has made “significant improvement” in his recovery from deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, but they haven’t indicated when the seven-time all-NBA guard might start playing again. The update comes as the Bucks get ready to begin their postseason. Milwaukee, the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference, has its first playoff game…

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Paige Bueckers is No. 1 Pick in WNBA Draft, Going to the Dallas Wings

The versatile UConn star is the latest Huskies standout to go No. 1, joining former greats Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore and Breanna Stewart.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Paige Bueckers is headed to Dallas as the first pick Monday night in the WNBA draft. The versatile UConn star is the latest Huskies standout to go No. 1, joining former greats Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore and Breanna Stewart. “Dallas I’m so excited, a new city, a new start,” Bueckers said. “A fresh start,…

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Walker, Peña Homer and Rodgers Drives in 3 as Astros Spoil Twins’ Home Opener 5-2

Twins starter Joe Ryan (0-2) allowed five runs on five hits and struck out six over five innings.
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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Christian Walker and Jeremy Peña homered and Brendan Rodgers had three hits and three RBIs to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday. Hunter Brown (2-0) gave up two runs in the first and shut down the Twins the rest of the way, allowing five hits and no walks with…

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Kristian Campbell Agrees to 8-Year Deal with Red Sox, Less Than a Week After Debut

Campbell entered Wednesday hitting .375 (6 for 16) with two doubles, one homer, two RBIs and four walks.
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BALTIMORE (AP) — Kristian Campbell agreed to an eight-year contract with the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, less than a week after his major league debut. Campbell’s deal includes team options for 2033 and ’34. A 22-year-old infielder and outfielder, Campbell made his big league debut March 27 as Boston’s youngest opening day starter at second since Reggie Smith. He…

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Timberwolves Sale to Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore Will Go Forward, AP Source Says

All that appears to be left is final approval by the NBA's board of governors.
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The yearslong quest by Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez to acquire control of the Minnesota Timberwolves finally seems to be in the home stretch, after current owner Glen Taylor opted not to appeal an arbitration panel’s ruling that he must go forward with the $1.5 billion sale. A person with knowledge of Taylor’s decision confirmed it to The Associated Press…

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Wisconsin Votes To Enshrine Voter ID Requirement In State Constitution

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin voters decided Tuesday to enshrine the state’s voter ID law in the state constitution. The state was also electing its top education official, who will guide policies affecting K-12 schools during President Donald Trump’s second term, will be elected Tuesday in a race between the teachers union-backed incumbent and a Republican-supported critic. Both contests had…

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Democratic-Backed Susan Crawford Wins WI Supreme Court Seat, Cementing Liberal Majority

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday, cementing a liberal majority for at least three more years. Susan Crawford, a Dane County judge who led legal fights to protect union power and abortion rights and to oppose voter ID, defeated Republican-backed Brad…

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