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The Oklahoma City Thunder leveled the NBA Finals at 1-1 with a dominant Game 2 win over the Indiana Pacers, fueled by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s brilliance. Indiana must address their repeated sluggish starts ahead of Game 3 back home.

The Oklahoma City Thunder delivered a powerful response in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, overpowering the Indiana Pacers 123-107 to knot the series at 1-1. Chet Holmgren and Aaron Wiggins were crucial in the turnaround as OKC’s defense clamped down, shifting momentum before the series heads to Indianapolis.

England edged out a 1-0 win over Andorra in their World Cup 2026 qualifier thanks to Harry Kane’s goal, but the performance left fans frustrated. England controlled the ball yet lacked creative spark, drawing uneasy comparisons to previous lackluster campaigns. The result keeps qualification hopes alive, but pressure mounts on Thomas Tuchel's squad.

A pro boxer redefined fan engagement by handling ticket sales directly through social media, reaching over 3,000 attendees. With help from his family and careful tracking, the fighter's grassroots approach stands out in the UK boxing world, fostering genuine connections and loyalty beyond typical ticket distribution.

John O'Shea has given direct advice to Evan Ferguson, encouraging the young striker to sharpen his focus and adapt his game as Ireland prepares for a tough friendly against Senegal. Ferguson, who has faced a rough patch, hopes to use the tips to reignite his form and confidence.

Chelsea are pushing to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao, but high costs and wage demands pose challenges. Alternatives like Garnacho and Gittens are under consideration. The Blues plan a major squad shake-up to fund new signings as they prepare for a return to Champions League action and possible goalkeeper changes.

Aston Villa has entered the race for AC Milan’s star goalkeeper Mike Maignan following a major price drop. With the player's contract expiring in 2026 and Milan lowering their valuation, Villa sees an opportunity to make a high-impact signing this summer.

Chester and Maidstone United clinched their places in the National League promotion finals with gritty 2-1 wins, both coming from behind. Both teams will battle for a coveted National League spot in separate finals on May 18, facing Scunthorpe United and Boreham Wood, respectively.

PSG stunned Inter Milan with a 5-0 victory to win their first Champions League title in Munich. Achraf Hakimi, Désiré Doué, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Senny Mayulu scored as Luis Enrique's tactical masterclass outshone Simone Inzaghi's struggling Inter. Absences like Kylian Mbappé’s stood out in the historic night.

Manchester United could be forced to sell Marcus Rashford or Bruno Fernandes to comply with Financial Fair Play rules and land Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who has reportedly agreed personal terms. Napoli is expected to demand a hefty transfer fee, putting pressure on United to balance their books.