A last-minute kick makes the difference.
The finish, rather than the score, is the talking point: this one came down to the last possession.
Here’s what happenedKansas City wins, 27–24
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The finish, rather than the score, is the talking point: this one came down to the last possession.
Here’s what happenedIn this fictional example, Boston acquires invented guard Devin Mercer from New York for a future second-round draft pick—a chance to select a new player in a later season. Boston adds depth without sending away anyone on its current roster.
Players to knowDevin Mercer averaged 14 points and five assists per game in this sample scenario. He is expected to lead Boston’s second unit, the group that comes off the bench when the starters rest.
After splitting the first two sets, Carlos Alcaraz broke serve midway through the third. He held the advantage to close out the match and reach the final.
Players to knowJannik Sinner fought back to take the second set. Alcaraz's return game made the difference in the deciding set.
The game was tied at the end of regulation. Boston took control in overtime with two quick baskets and protected the lead at the free-throw line.
Players to knowJayson Tatum scored 32 points, including six in overtime. Boston's bench added 28 points.
Evan Brooks made a birdie on the final hole to finish at 16 under par. Noah Cole finished one stroke behind at 15 under. In this stroke-play event, the lowest total wins.
Players to knowEvan Brooks holed a 12-foot putt to break the tie. Noah Cole made par on the final hole and finished second.
Coco Gauff broke serve late in each set to move into the semifinals. Aryna Sabalenka saved two match points before Gauff converted the third.
Players to knowGauff's returns put pressure on Sabalenka's second serve.
New York turned a one-point lead into a comfortable finish with a late run. Better rebounding gave the Liberty extra chances to score, while Las Vegas missed its final three shots.
Players to knowBreanna Stewart finished with 26 points and 10 rebounds. A’ja Wilson scored 29 for Las Vegas.
Lando Norris kept the lead after his final pit stop and finished ahead of Charles Leclerc. Max Verstappen completed the podium after gaining a place late in the race.
Players to knowNorris's consistent lap times helped him protect his advantage. Leclerc stayed close but could not make a pass.
Maya Park made birdies on holes 16 and 17 to move two strokes ahead. She made par on the last hole to finish at 18 under par, with Sofia Reyes second at 16 under.
Players to knowMaya Park finished the final round with a 67. Sofia Reyes shot 68 but could not match Park’s late scoring.
Marcus Reed took Leo Silva to the ground in the second round and secured a submission. Silva tapped out at 2:14 of the round, ending the fight without a judges’ decision.
Players to knowMarcus Reed completed two takedowns. Leo Silva landed more standing strikes in the opening round, but could not escape Reed’s control in the second.
South Carolina secured three offensive rebounds in the final two minutes. Those extra possessions helped preserve a narrow lead over UConn.
Players to knowSouth Carolina's starters combined for 44 points and 25 rebounds.
Texas stopped Georgia on fourth down with less than two minutes remaining. The Longhorns kept possession for the rest of the game.
Players to knowTexas's defense allowed only three points in the final quarter.
Elena Torres beat Nina Chen by unanimous decision after three rounds. All three judges scored it 29–28 for Torres, who landed cleaner strikes in the final round.
Players to knowElena Torres defended Chen’s two takedown attempts in the third round. Nina Chen had controlled much of the second round on the ground.
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