The New York Knicks have blown away the Philadelphia 76ers by 39 points in Game 1 of their seven-game, Eastern Conference semifinal series. New York led by 23 points at the half, punctuated by Jalen Brunson’s 3 at the buzzer.

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The NFL has experienced not only a busy free agency period and draft but also several notable off-the-field storylines. The most prominent, dominating the sports world, involves the Mike Vrabel–Dianna Russini scandal.

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Check out the top highlights, stats and observations from Monday's action in the Conference Semifinals of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Ben Lambert, for NBA.com Amthony Edwards and the Timberwolves took home court advantage by defeating the Spurs in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals series.

The Minnesota Timberwolves enter Round 2 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs with extra pep after knocking off the Denver Nuggets and they should feel even more positive with the latest Anthony Edwards update. Minnesota's postseason hopes certainly hinge on Edwards,