What I'm watching in the NBA playoffs bracket as teams jockey for seeds:
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NFL Draft Rounds 2 and 3 grades: Eagles earn A for DeJean, Commanders get mixed reviews
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Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview
- In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.
- With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.
- The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.
- They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.
2024 NFL Draft grades and live updates: All Round 1 picks by team, best available, Round 2-3 order and trades
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Quick Glance: Falcons Surprise by Drafting QB Michael Penix Jr.
- The Atlanta Falcons made waves at the NFL draft by selecting Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick, shocking many.
- Despite recently signing Kirk Cousins to a lucrative deal, the Falcons opted for Penix, highlighting their long-term vision for the team.
- Penix expressed readiness to learn from Cousins, while the Falcons firmly believe he could be their future franchise player.
- Amid past controversial picks, the Falcons stand by their decision, aiming to follow successful team models by grooming Penix as the successor to Cousins.
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Former Dodger Steve Sax sets out to honor the Marine pilot he calls ‘my hero’: Onetime Yankee and Dodger Steve Sax alternates between tears and laughter as he ...
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Tornadoes Strike Nebraska and Iowa, Injuring at Least 5: At least five people were injured as severe weather destroyed homes. The damage came a day after ...
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Quick Glance: Tornado Watch and Warnings in Omaha and Lincoln
- A tornado warning was issued for Lincoln at 2:35 p.m. The tornado was radar-indicated by the National Weather Service in Valley, with the possibility of ping-pong sized hail. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln advised individuals on campus to seek shelter in lower building areas and away from windows. The warning expires at 3:15 p.m. and affects around 225,000 people, including Waverly.
Russell Westbrook Ejected After Putting Up an Incredibly Strange Stat Line: Clippers guard Russell Westbrook engaged in multiple heated moments during a rough ...
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The Raiders have drafted TE Brock Bowers with the No. 13 pick in the 2024 #NFLDraft
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Which NFL Draft QB has the best chance to succeed? Ranking Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy and others
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2024 NFL Draft grades and live updates: All Round 1 picks by team, best available, Round 2-3 order and trades
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First nonbinary state lawmaker in the U.S. reflects on a hard time in the Okla. House
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The OKC Thunder are favorites to acquire Nic Claxton should he depart from Brooklyn, per @BovadaOfficial
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Ten-Year NBA Net Rating Rankings (Infographics For All 30 Teams): The Celtics finished in the top spot in Net Rating for the second straight season ...
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NBA Playoffs expert picks, odds for Friday: Bucks at Pacers, Clippers at Mavericks, Timberwolves at Suns
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Strong tornadoes possible in severe storm outbreak in central states: Cities that could be affected by violent storms Friday and/or Saturday include Dallas ...
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OKC's development has the vibe of the '80s oil boom. Are we destined for another bust?
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Chiropractor works on giraffe, is nuzzled: ‘Giraffes are just giant dogs?’: Three quick videos of Joren Whitley adjusting Gerry the giraffe’s neck and jaw have ...
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Mike Rhyner's 97.1 The Freak in D-FW reportedly changing formats: A report from Athlon Sports said Friday the station intends to turn away from its current ...
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Why the Clippers can’t afford to let Russell Westbrook get lost in the mix: Russell Westbrook's two-way impact was always going to be important ...
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Tornadoes Strike Nebraska and Iowa, Injuring at Least 5: At least five people were injured as severe weather destroyed homes. The damage came a day after ...
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Pulse-pounding video captures deranged passenger attacking driver on bus before it crashed into building
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Boy wakes to find parents, 3 siblings dead in murder-suicide, OK cops say. ‘A massacre’
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Serious, multi-day severe weather outbreak poised to begin late Thursday: Four straight days of severe weather will bring the chance of tornadoes, some strong ...
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Proposed immigrant legislation penalizes and wrongly criminalizes the undocumented community
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Everything We Know About FX’s L.A. Clippers Show, ‘Clipped’: FX has released a trailer for ‘Clipped,’ its upcoming show about the L.A. Clippers scandal ...
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Group of Oklahoman faith leaders speak out against immigration bill: Several Oklahoma faith leaders urged Gov. Kevin Stitt to veto a controversial immigration ...
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How 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials site Riversport OKC has grown into 'global destination'
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On a busy festival weekend, Oklahoma's stormy forecast puts event organizers on high alert
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Mickey Guyton Will Hit the Road This Year for CMT On Tour: Mickey Guyton will go on a U.S. CMT on Tour run of shows later this year.
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Faces of Oklahoma: Movie star Van Heflin turned heads in 1947 as he toured downtown Oklahoma City.
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Thunder Undefeated During Postseason When a Fan Hits Half Court Shot Worth $20,000
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A Purcell student started a petition. This year, the Dragons have active soccer programs.
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Controversial bill allowing chaplains in Oklahoma's public schools advances: A controversial Oklahoma chaplain bill inspired by a Texas law has advance after ...
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Oklahoma Senate passes bill to ban corporal punishment for students with disabilities
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Mavericks’ defense dominates series ahead of pivotal game four against LA Clippers
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Stitt: domestic violence bill needed fixing; new audit was politically motivated: Republican Governor Kevin Stitt defended his veto of a bill to address domestic ...
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Oklahoma man sentenced for holding woman at gunpoint, forcing her to drive to Texas
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Paid articlePaid As Israel-Hamas war sparks campus protests, Oklahoma education officials take free speech training
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I tried over 40 dishes at the OKC Festival of the Arts: What to eat, Best in Show and more
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Multiday severe weather outbreak threatens 60 million from border with Mexico to Canada
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OKC Memorial Marathon 2024: Where to park, race information, road closures: Here's what to know about parking, street closures and race information ahead of this ...
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NBA playoffs: Thunder's Chet Holmgren answering questions about physicality with brilliant start vs. Pelicans
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Emily Bowe helps CPU girls’ soccer stay undefeated with 2 goals against CCA and strong wind
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Luka Doncic Is Evolving: We know the Dallas Mavericks superstar can score, but it’s his growth in other areas that carried the Mavs in Game 2 against the Los ...
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Quick Glance: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard Set to Return from Knee Injury for Game 2 vs. Mavericks
- Kawhi Leonard is returning from a knee injury to play in Game 2 of the playoff series against the Mavericks after missing the last eight regular-season games and Game 1.
- The Clippers secured a Game 1 victory without Leonard, establishing a 1-0 lead in the series. Leonard's anticipated comeback follows thorough preparation for his return.
- Despite prior knee concerns, the team's medical staff has confirmed the structural integrity of Leonard's knee, emphasizing their commitment to safeguarding his health.
- Leonard will experience his first playoff game at home with a full-capacity crowd since joining the Clippers, marking a significant milestone for both him and the team.
Lions, WR Amon-Ra St. Brown agree to new 4-year, $120 million deal: Source: St. Brown, 24, had 119 catches last year (tied for second in the NFL) for 1 ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Lions reach agreement with Amon-Ra St. Brown on new $120 million deal: Insider
- The Lions are in transition under Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell to establish their presence in the playoffs. Extending Amon-Ra St. Brown marks the beginning of focusing on home-grown talents and laying the groundwork for future deals.
- St. Brown signs a new four-year contract worth $120 million, with $77 million guaranteed, positioning him as the highest-paid receiver in the league. The Lions are committed to nurturing their draft picks and planning ahead to ensure long-term success.
- St. Brown serves as a notable example of the Lions' scouting process and player fit identification. His impressive stats and mental resilience make him a valuable asset to the team. The Lions are cautious in securing their core long-term while carefully selecting external players and avoiding extending contracts to every player.
- In addition to St. Brown, other Lions players may also receive long-term contract extensions. The organization aims to keep their core intact and focus on long-term success, while carefully selecting and evaluating external players. The financial decisions in the upcoming years will shape the team's future.
Report: Multiple NBA sources expect Paul George to re-sign with Clippers: While the offseason is likely the last thing on the mind of Los Angeles Clippers star ...
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10-year-old boy woke to find family slain in Oklahoma murder-suicide that left 5 dead
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Quick Glance: 5 dead in Yukon-area home: Child discovers bodies, official states
- Oklahoma City police have initiated an investigation after five individuals, including children, were found deceased inside a residence near Yukon on Monday morning.
- Included among the deceased were a sixth-grade student at Meadow Brook Intermediate, a ninth-grade student at Mustang High School, and a 2023 Mustang Public Schools graduate.
- An official named Gary Knight from the Oklahoma City Police mentioned that all five displayed injuries indicative of a homicide.
- A 10-year-old boy came across the bodies, prompting the police to classify the incident as a shooting, with a weapon found on top of a man.
Russini: What I’m hearing about the NFL Draft and Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and teams moving up
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U.S. tourist faces 12 years in prison after bringing ammunition to Turks and Caicos
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Nikola Jokic's brother reportedly involved in fan altercation - ESPN: The NBA and Denver police are looking into an incident in which a man reported to be one of ...
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MLB Power Rankings: Guardians goin’ up, Braves reclaim the throne; plus standout stats
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Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt Doubles Down on Aaron Boone Ejection Debacle: Wendelstedt refuses to admit he ejected Boone for something a fan said.
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Quick Glance: Yankees' Aaron Boone Ejected for Fan-Heckling of MLB Umpire in Unusual Incident: 'I Don't Care Who Said It'
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected early in the game against the A's at Yankee Stadium after a fan yelled something. This marked his 35th career ejection, with a rather unusual reason this time.
- Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt warned Boone of an ejection after just five pitches if another word was said. A fan behind the dugout shouted something, leading Wendelstedt to toss Boone out of the game.
- Boone's reactions, including pointing to the crowd, were captured on video. In one clip, Boone can be heard denying he said anything. Despite Wendelstedt's error in judgment, the ejection stood, making for a highly entertaining situation.
- Although Wendelstedt misinterpreted the situation and Boone was innocent, the ejection remained. Nevertheless, the whole incident was incredibly entertaining, and Boone's 35 ejections in a short span of time is quite an impressive feat.
Man kills wife, 3 kids in murder-suicide mass shooting; 4th child survives unharmed: Police
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Caleb Williams’ NFL readiness under scrutiny, plus Luka Dončić’s big night: The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter ...
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OKC residents: City planners want to know what you think about backyard 'granny flats'
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LA Clippers pledged to be ready for Game 1 without Kawhi Leonard — then proved it
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LSU gymnastics: Haleigh Bryant finalist for major award; championship celebration set
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2 California cities make list of ’50 best places to live in US’: Temecula and Sacramento made Money magazine’s venerable “50 best places to live in the US” list ...
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Which Oklahoma high school football teams are moving to different classifications in 2024?
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St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral officially approved as cold-weather shelter in OKC
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5 found dead in Oklahoma home, including 2 children, police say : Oklahoma City police are investigating the deaths of five people, including at least two ...
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Toby Keith to receive another posthumous honor as OU announces list of honorary degrees
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Watch: OKCPD shares details on 5 found dead in Yukon-area home: Oklahoma City police are investigating what they're calling a massacre after five people were ...
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With Joel Embiid, Kawhi Leonard injuries, start of NBA playoffs wasn’t great for Team USA
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Jewish students from OU get help preparing for Passover from Baptist church, OKC synagogue
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This OKC grocery store opened to combat a food desert. Now it's offering more community resources
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NBA Playoffs picks, odds for Tuesday: Timberwolves-Suns, Bucks-Pacers, Clippers-Mavericks
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Central states face severe storm threat late this week: From Thursday to Monday, severe thunderstorms are possible daily.
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With graduation near, colleges seek to balance safety and students' right to protest Gaza war
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A day in Oklahoma history: 82 years ago, a devastating tornado killed 50 in Pryor
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Turkey hunter shot by member of hunting group 50 yards away, Oklahoma officials say
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NBA Playoff Odds: Who Should You Back Now To Win The Championship?: At the beginning of the 2023-24 NBA Season, the list of championship contenders included (in ...
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NBA playoffs opening weekend winners and losers: Thunder persevere, Mavericks embarrassed
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Oklahoma County grand jury relocated after fight; emails shed light on DA's apology to AG
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Drummond asks court to stay ClassWallet lawsuit, pending ruling by Oklahoma Supreme Court
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Kawhi Leonard to play for Clippers in Game 2 against Mavericks: The All-Star forward missed the final eight games of the regular season and Sunday’s Game 1 ...
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Theo James Laces Into Karhu Sneakers at Clippers-Mavericks Game: Theo James sat courtside at a Los Angeles Clippers game at the Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday in ...
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This Arizona city is 1 of the 50 best places to live, and it's not in metro Phoenix
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Theo James' sneakers want to break the Samba-New Balance supremacy: At the 2024 NBA Playoffs between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks ...
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Zion Williamson says potential playoff return ‘realistic’ despite ‘demoralizing’ hamstring injury
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