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Temi Fagbenle Benched in WNBA Preseason Game 1 After $1 Million Near-Max Contract
Temi Fagbenle was unexpectedly benched during the Seattle Storm's preseason game against the Golden State Valkyries on May 8, 2026, despite signing a $1 million near-max contract. The video discusses her situation amid broader WNBA news and basketball stories.
Wembanyama's 39-Point Masterpiece Leads Spurs to 2-1 Series Lead Over Timberwolves
Victor Wembanyama scored 39 points and grabbed 15 rebounds with elite defense, powering the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night, taking a 2-1 lead in the second-round NBA playoffs. Anthony Edwards had 32 points and 14 rebounds for the Wolves, but Spurs shot 6-for-10 from three in the third quarter.
Embiid Returns from Injury but 76ers Fall 3-0 to Knicks in Playoff Semifinals
Joel Embiid returned battling a sprained ankle and hip, scoring 18 points, but the Philadelphia 76ers lost 108-94 to the New York Knicks, now down 3-0 in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks, while Embiid was the only Big Three member to attempt free throws. He had missed Game 2 and underwent an appendectomy late in the regular season.