Cambridge United and Peterborough United are both aiming for important victories in their respective League One matches on Tuesday. Cambridge, currently in 19th place, will host Wycombe Wanderers, while Peterborough will travel to face Cheltenham Town with hopes of securing a third consecutive win.
Jarrett Allen has been a dominant force for the Cleveland Cavaliers, helping them take a 2-0 lead over the Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Allen has recorded 37 rebounds in just two games, becoming just the third player in franchise history to record 20+ rebounds in a single playoff game. The Cavaliers will look to continue their success on the road in Game 3 on Thursday, April 25.
In a nail-biting finish, the New York Knicks rallied from a 9-0 deficit to defeat the Philadelphia 76ers 104-101 in Game 2 of their playoff series at Madison Square Garden. Jalen Brunson’s clutch three-pointer with 27 seconds remaining sealed the victory, sending the Garden into a frenzy.
The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 104-101 home victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 2 of their playoff series, despite a cold shooting performance from their star player Jalen Brunson. Sports analyst Kendrick Perkins praised the Knicks’ team culture and winning mentality, highlighting their ability to overcome adversity and close out the game with clutch plays by Donte DiVincenzo and Isaiah Hartenstein.
The Vegas Golden Knights, reigning Stanley Cup champions, kicked off their title defense with a 4-3 victory over the top-seeded Dallas Stars on Monday night. Mark Stone, Tomas Hertl, Jonathan Marchessault, and Brayden McNabb scored for Vegas, while Jamie Benn, Jason Robertson, and Mason Marchment replied for Dallas. Logan Thompson made 27 saves for the Knights, while Jake Oettinger stopped 11 shots for the Stars. Game 2 of the series is set for Wednesday night.
Jamal Murray led the Denver Nuggets to a stunning comeback win over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Murray scored 36 points, including the game-winning shot with 5.1 seconds remaining, as the Nuggets overcame a 20-point deficit to take a 2-0 lead in the series.
As the regular season ends, the NBA announces its individual award nominees. In a recent anonymous player poll, Rudy Gobert emerged as the league’s most respected player. The Minnesota Timberwolves star received over half of the votes, placing him significantly ahead of other candidates. Despite not yet winning an MVP award, Gobert’s contributions to the Timberwolves’ success are undeniable.
The New York Knicks pulled off a remarkable comeback to defeat the Philadelphia 76ers 104-101 in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night. Down by five with less than a minute to go, the Knicks were facing the prospect of losing home-court advantage, but they rallied behind Jalen Brunson’s three-pointer to cut the deficit to 101-99. After a steal by Josh Hart, Donte DiVincenzo converted a crucial three-pointer to put the Knicks back in front, and Isaiah Hartenstein sealed the victory with a block on Tyrese Maxey. Brunson led the Knicks with 24 points, while Hart added 21 points and 15 rebounds. DiVincenzo contributed with 19 points. Maxey led the 76ers with 35 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds, while Embiid added 34 points and 10 rebounds. Despite the loss, Embiid remains confident that the 76ers will come back in the series.
Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting has expressed his belief that Rishabh Pant should be included in India’s T20 World Cup squad despite his recent accident. Ponting praised Pant’s return to form, noting his improved fitness and hand-eye coordination. He also discussed the evolving role of anchors in cricket, advocating for aggressive players who can adapt to different situations.
Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh has made history by becoming the youngest-ever challenger to the World Chess title. The 17-year-old defeated all odds to win the Candidates tournament in Toronto, earning the right to face defending champion Ding Liren of China. The success of Indian chess players at the highest level has been attributed to the legendary Viswanathan Anand, whose academy has produced top talents like Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa. The rise of Indian and Chinese chess prodigies in the diaspora has also been noted by Grandmaster Garry Kasparov, who predicts further success for young players in the future.
