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Luka Doncic scores 31 after a big first quarter, and the Lakers rout the depleted Nuggets 120-108

LOS ANGELES: Luka Doncic had 31 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in just three quarters of work, and the Los Angeles Lakers routed the Denver Nuggets 120-108 on Wednesday night in a matchup of injury-depleted Western Conference contenders. Nikola Jokic (elbow) and Jamal Murray (ankle) missed their second straight games for Denver, while LeBron James (hamstring) and Rui Hachimura (knee) continued their longer-term absences for Los Angeles. Austin Reaves had 22 points and eight assists for the Lakers, who have won nine consecutive home games and three straight since finishing their 0-4 road trip last Friday with a loss at Denver. Aaron Gordon scored 26 points for the Nuggets. The Lakers scored a season-high 46 points in the first quarter led by Doncic, who scorched Denver for 21 points in his highest-scoring quarter of the season. He missed the Lakers’ 131-126 loss to Denver last Friday, when the Lakers nearly won without him and James. Los Angeles led by 28 after three quarters, allowing Doncic to get extra rest amid five home games in seven days. Bronny James played the final 3:58.Takeaways Nuggets: Even without Jokic and Murray, offense wasn’t the problem.

Djokovic player union launches legal blitz against governing bodies

MIAMI: A tennis union co-founded by Novak Djokovic on Tuesday announced a series of legal actions aimed at the sport’s governing bodies, alleging “anti-competitive restraints and abusive practices.” The Professional Tennis Players’ Association (PTPA) said it was suing both tour organizers, the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). The International Tennis Federation (ITF), and International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) were also named as defendants in a series of actions in the United States, United Kingdom and the European Union. Both the ATP and WTA responded by vowing to defend themselves against the claims with the men’s tour saying the PTPA has “consistently chosen division and distraction through misinformation over progress.” The PTPA was set up by Djokovic and Canadian Vasek Pospisil in 2020.

Courtois back and Belgium is looking to turn the page on ‘Courtoisgate’

The appointment of Rudi Garcia as the new coach this year paved the way for Courtois’ returnThe 32-year-old goalie was picked for the Nations League playoff doubleheader against UkraineBRUSSELS: Thibaut Courtois is back with Belgium after a 21-month absence and the Red Devils are hoping the Real Madrid goalkeeper’s return will herald the start of a new era for the national team after a lean spell.Courtois abruptly left the team in June 2023 ahead of a European Championship qualifier after falling out with Belgium’s then-coach, Domenico Tedesco. Their feud, which began over a captaincy dispute and was dubbed “Courtoisgate,” quickly escalated and damaged their relationship beyond repair.The appointment of Rudi Garcia as the new coach this year paved the way for Courtois’ return.

Campaign urges fans to watch SAFF Women’s Cup final between champions Al-Ahli and Al-Qadsiah

RIYADH: A new campaign has been launched to inspire football fans to attend, watch and follow the SAFF Women’s Cup final on Wednesday.

From Palestine to Pittodrie: Oday Dabbagh proving a popular addition to Aberdeen’s attack

PERTH: From Palestine to Pittodrie is a road less travelled, let alone by talented center-forwards, but Oday Dabbagh’s move to Aberdeen Football Club is proving to be a fruitful one.

PFL MENA returns to Saudi Arabia as part of Jeddah Season

JEDDAH: The Professional Fighters League has announced that season two of PFL MENA will kick off at the Onyx Arena in Jeddah on Friday, May 9.

No Jokic, no problem as Gordon, Nuggets stun Warriors

LOS ANGELES, United States: Aaron Gordon scored 38 points as the Denver Nuggets shrugged off the absence of Nikola Jokic to halt the Golden State Warriors’ seven-game winning streak with a 114-105 victory over their NBA Western Conference rivals on Monday. A dazzling display from Gordon inspired what was ultimately a comfortable win for Denver, who were missing regular starters Jokic and Jamal Murray from their line-up. The absentees were barely felt by Denver though, who startled the Warriors early at San Francisco’s Chase Center and led for most of the game. The Warriors threatened to stage a late rally after slashing the Nuggets’ fourth-quarter lead from 15 points to three points, but Denver pulled away in the closing stages to secure a deserved win. Gordon finished with 38 points, six rebounds and three assists while Michael Porter Jr. provided offensive support with 21 points, 10 rebounds and five assists. The Warriors were always chasing the game after failing to threaten from long range, making just eight of 33 three-point attempts.

Lakers rule Luka Doncic (calf) out for game against Nuggets - ESPN

DENVER — Luka Doncic will not play in the conclusion of the Los Angeles Lakers' four-game road trip Friday against the Denver Nuggets, the team announced, with the star guard managing a lingering left calf injury and a sprained right ankle.

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Luka Doncic scores 31 after a big first quarter, and the Lakers rout the depleted Nuggets 120-108

Djokovic player union launches legal blitz against governing bodies

Courtois back and Belgium is looking to turn the page on ‘Courtoisgate’

Campaign urges fans to watch SAFF Women’s Cup final between champions Al-Ahli and Al-Qadsiah

From Palestine to Pittodrie: Oday Dabbagh proving a popular addition to Aberdeen’s attack

PFL MENA returns to Saudi Arabia as part of Jeddah Season

No Jokic, no problem as Gordon, Nuggets stun Warriors

Lakers rule Luka Doncic (calf) out for game against Nuggets - ESPN