Playoff highlights, Bronny James’ future, and NFL forecast
Monday was a tale of what can go so right or so wrong with first-round NHL draft picks, as Mac Engel writes about two No. 1 selections for the Dallas Stars. Wyatt Johnston soared, and Valeri Nichushkin stalled out. Johnston celebrated his 21st birthday a day early with two goals in Dallas’ win, giving the Stars a 3-1 series lead over the Avalanche. Denver forward Nichushkin was suspended without pay for at least 6 months as he entered Stage 3 of the Player Assistance Program. The Avs avoided elimination Wednesday with a 5-3 victory at Dallas thanks to a flurry of three goals in the third period.
As the NBA playoffs continued, draft prospect Bronny James got great news: He’s medically cleared for the draft. He says he’s focused on landing a roster spot, not necessarily playing alongside his dad.
Newly minted Indiana Fever starter Caitlin Clark didn’t have a great game out of the gate, committing 10 turnovers while scoring 20 in her WNBA debut. She says she wants to “learn from it and move on” – and be ready to go tonight against the Liberty at 7 ET.
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Nikola Jokic celebrated his NBA MVP selection with a dominant performance, scoring 40 points and dishing out 13 assists as the Denver Nuggets secured a 112-97 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves to take a 3-2 series lead.
Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan’s chances in the Preakness Stakes have significantly improved with favorite Muth scratched from the race because of a fever.
The NFL season never really ends in terms of making news. The 2024 schedule is out, and you can check out the top 25 games. It’s a tough schedule from the start for the defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs. But probably not as hard as the beating Harrison Butker is taking after his instantly notorious commencement speech.
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This story was originally published May 20, 2024 at 8:21 AM with the headline "Playoff highlights, Bronny James’ future, and NFL forecast."