Kevin Durant will miss Game 1 of the Houston Rockets' first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a right knee injury sustained at practice. The absence of the star player could impact the Rockets' chances in the opening game, which is scheduled for this weekend. Durant's injury status remains under evaluation for subsequent games.
The New York Mets extended their losing streak to 11 games after losing to the Chicago Cubs in extra innings on Sunday. Despite a strong ninth-inning shutout, a blown save by Devin Williams allowed the Cubs to win in extras, prolonging the Mets’ recent struggles. The game highlights the Mets’ ongoing challenges in their losing streak.
TJ Friedl hit a three-run double in the ninth, and Rece Hinds added a two-run double in the tenth, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 7-4 win over the Twins. The Reds completed a three-game sweep, improving to 11-0 in close games this season, with six wins in one-run contests.
The Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Mets 2-1 in 10 innings on April 18, extending the Mets' losing streak to 11 games. Nico Hoerner's sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning secured the win for the Cubs, who rallied in the final inning to overcome the Mets' lead.
WWE WrestleMania 42 concluded on Sunday night in Las Vegas, marking the end of two major nights of wrestling entertainment. The event featured high-profile matches, with fans and analysts making predictions for Night 2. The event drew significant attention in the sports and entertainment sectors, solidifying WrestleMania’s status as a premier annual wrestling spectacle.
Tyler Reddick won his fifth NASCAR Cup Series race of 2026 at Kansas Speedway, passing Kyle Larson on the final lap in overtime. Reddick's achievement makes him the first driver since Dale Earnhardt nearly 40 years ago to win five of the first nine races in a season, marking a historic start.
Liverpool has increased efforts to sign Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon, according to Fichajes. The Reds are keen on acquiring the English winger, with negotiations intensifying recently. The move reflects Liverpool's ongoing strategy to strengthen their squad, though no official transfer fee or deadline has been disclosed. The potential transfer highlights Liverpool's focus on bolstering their attacking options.
