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Joel Embiid's Late Surge Propels 76ers Past Heat in Play-In Tournament, Knicks Await in Playoffs
Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers staged a remarkable comeback on Wednesday night, overcoming a 14-point second-half deficit and a chorus of boos from their own fans to defeat the Miami Heat 105-104 in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament. 
Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers staged a remarkable comeback on Wednesday night, overcoming a 14-point second-half deficit and a chorus of boos from their own fans to defeat the Miami Heat 105-104 in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament. -
Kane Embraces Underdog Role Against Former Club as Bayern Seek Glory
For Harry Kane, the prospect of knocking out former club Arsenal from the Champions League carries an undeniable allure, even if a Gunners victory could inadvertently aid Tottenham Hotspur's bid for a seat at Europe's top table next season. 
For Harry Kane, the prospect of knocking out former club Arsenal from the Champions League carries an undeniable allure, even if a Gunners victory could inadvertently aid Tottenham Hotspur's bid for a seat at Europe's top table next season. -
Naby Keita Suspended by Werder Bremen After Refusing to Travel for Match
Former Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita has been suspended by Bundesliga club Werder Bremen until the end of the season and handed a "substantial fine" after he refused to travel with the team for their match against Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday. 
Former Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita has been suspended by Bundesliga club Werder Bremen until the end of the season and handed a "substantial fine" after he refused to travel with the team for their match against Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday. -
Lionel Messi's Bodyguard Tackles Pitch Invader During Inter Miami's Win
During a dramatic MLS match at Arrowhead Stadium, Lionel Messi's personal bodyguard took center stage, ensuring the soccer superstar's safety from overzealous fans. Inter Miami, featuring global icon Lionel Messi, squared off against Sporting Kansas City, a game that not only highlighted Messi's skills but also his popularity, attracting multiple pitch invaders. 
During a dramatic MLS match at Arrowhead Stadium, Lionel Messi's personal bodyguard took center stage, ensuring the soccer superstar's safety from overzealous fans. Inter Miami, featuring global icon Lionel Messi, squared off against Sporting Kansas City, a game that not only highlighted Messi's skills but also his popularity, attracting multiple pitch invaders. -
Arsenal's Title Hopes Dented After Home Defeat to Aston Villa
Arsenal succumbed to a 2-0 defeat at home to Aston Villa, with Mikel Arteta urging his team to "keep believing" despite the setback. The loss at the Emirates Stadium saw Arsenal miss a crucial opportunity to reclaim the top spot in the league, especially after rivals Liverpool also dropped points. 
Arsenal succumbed to a 2-0 defeat at home to Aston Villa, with Mikel Arteta urging his team to "keep believing" despite the setback. The loss at the Emirates Stadium saw Arsenal miss a crucial opportunity to reclaim the top spot in the league, especially after rivals Liverpool also dropped points. -
Darren England Returns as Premier League VAR After 6-Month Absence Following Luis Diaz Goal Controversy
Darren England, the official whose "significant human error" led to the disallowing of a legitimate goal by Liverpool's Luis Diaz against Tottenham in September, is set to return as a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) for the first time in over six months. 
Darren England, the official whose "significant human error" led to the disallowing of a legitimate goal by Liverpool's Luis Diaz against Tottenham in September, is set to return as a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) for the first time in over six months. -
L'Equipe Slams Mbappe, PSG Players After 3-2 Defeat to Barcelona in Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg
In a thrilling Champions League quarter-final first leg, Barcelona stunned Paris Saint-Germain with a 3-2 victory at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday night. The match was marked by a standout performance from Barcelona's Raphinha, who scored two crucial goals, while PSG's star forward Kylian Mbappe failed to deliver on the big stage, drawing criticism from French sports daily L'Equipe. 
In a thrilling Champions League quarter-final first leg, Barcelona stunned Paris Saint-Germain with a 3-2 victory at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday night. The match was marked by a standout performance from Barcelona's Raphinha, who scored two crucial goals, while PSG's star forward Kylian Mbappe failed to deliver on the big stage, drawing criticism from French sports daily L'Equipe. -
Chiefs Wide Receiver Rashee Rice Faces Charges Following Dallas Crash
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is embroiled in legal issues following a high-speed crash in Dallas, resulting in eight charges being leveled against him, including aggravated assault. 
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is embroiled in legal issues following a high-speed crash in Dallas, resulting in eight charges being leveled against him, including aggravated assault. -
Jrue Holiday Secures Long-Term Future with Celtics, Agrees to 4-Year, $135M Extension
The Boston Celtics have reached an agreement with star guard Jrue Holiday on a four-year, $135 million contract extension, according to his agent, Jason Glushon of Glushon Sports Management. 
The Boston Celtics have reached an agreement with star guard Jrue Holiday on a four-year, $135 million contract extension, according to his agent, Jason Glushon of Glushon Sports Management. -
Rodri Pleads for Rest as Manchester City Pursues Historic Double Treble
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has admitted to feeling fatigued and pleaded for a rest amid the club's intense pursuit of a historic double treble. The Spanish international's candid remarks came after City's thrilling 3-3 draw with Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday. 
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has admitted to feeling fatigued and pleaded for a rest amid the club's intense pursuit of a historic double treble. The Spanish international's candid remarks came after City's thrilling 3-3 draw with Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday.
