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Thunder Top Grizzlies Without Gilgeous-Alexander

With out lead ball-handlers Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Josh Giddey, the Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder dominated the Memphis Grizzlies 115-109 at dwelling on Saturday evening. OKC’s victory ends a 5 recreation losing-streak, enhancing the crew’s file to 12-18.
For the Grizzlies, Dillon Brooks knocked down six 3-pointers en path to a 32-point efficiency. Within the absence of Oklahoma Metropolis’s regular stars, defensive standout Lu Dort took over for the Thunder, scoring 24, grabbing seven rebounds and dispensing 4 assists whereas capturing 8-of-14 from the sphere and 3-of-4 from past the arc.
With out their high scorer, OKC was in a position to preserve tempo with Memphis early within the contest. Dort linked on a 3-pointer to tie the sport at 9, then nailed one other triple following a Jalen Williams block, giving the Thunder a 3 level lead halfway by the opening quarter.
After falling behind by 5, Williams dove throughout the courtroom to poke the ball away from Ja Morant and into the fingers of Aaron Wiggins, who completed the play with a layup on the different finish. On the following possession, Norman native Lindy Waters III knocked down a 3-pointer from the nook to tie the sport at 20.
Regardless of a low-scoring first body, Oklahoma Metropolis held a 25-21 benefit over the Grizzlies after the primary 12 minutes. This was a stark distinction from Memphis’ most up-to-date efficiency, a 142-101 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Three minutes into the second interval, rookie huge man Jaylin Williams hit his first profession 3-pointer, capping off a 10-3 run by the Thunder. After one other shot from downtown, this time by veteran wing Kenrich Williams, OKC led the Grizzlies 38-24.
A number of moments later, Wiggins discovered the underside of the web on a triple that hardly beat the shot clock, extending Oklahoma Metropolis’s result in 45-30. Up 57-40, Joe was fouled by Morant, who was then known as for a technical foul after arguing with an official in regards to the name.
The Thunder sharpshooter sunk all three free throws, pushing OKC’s result in 20. Lower than a minute later, Morant was known as for an additional technical foul whereas Omoruyi was capturing free throws, ending the Grizzlies’ celebrity’s evening earlier than halftime. Brooks was assessed a technical foul in the identical sequence.
On the half, Oklahoma Metropolis led the Grizzlies 64-43 behind 13 factors from Dort. The Thunder shot a exceptional 11-for-20 from past the arc within the first 24 minutes of motion to construct their large lead.
Early within the third quarter, Memphis tried to claw again, however Joe knocked down two extra triples to keep up the Thunder’s 21-point lead. Aleksej Pokusevski hit a 3-pointer from the nook quickly after to provide OKC a 75-51 benefit.
The Grizzlies, nevertheless, obtained to the free throw line ceaselessly within the closing six minutes of the third, outscoring the Thunder 33-27 popping out of halftime. Oklahoma Metropolis clung to a 91-76 lead heading into the ultimate body.
Deep photographs from Wiggins and fellow second-year guard Tre Mann helped the Thunder convey their lead again to twenty early within the fourth quarter, placing OKC up 100-80. Memphis then launched into a 7-0 run, which was shortly damaged up by a Jaylin Williams layup in transition.
With the Grizzlies again in putting distance, Dort knocked down consecutive mid-range photographs to maintain Memphis within the rear-view mirror. On the six minute mark within the closing interval, Oklahoma Metropolis held a 106-91 benefit over the Grizzlies.
An 8-0 run by the Grizzlies minimize OKC’s result in eight with lower than 4 minutes left within the recreation. With the Thunder’s lead slipping away, Joe linked on a shot from past the arc to finish Memphis’ run.
From there, OKC held on to safe the 115-109 victory over the Grizzlies.
The Thunder return to motion on Monday evening in opposition to the Portland Trailblazers at 7 p.m. in Oklahoma Metropolis.
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Federal government revokes 8 student visas at Oklahoma State University

The student visas of eight OSU students have been revoked by the federal government, according to an update from a representative for the university.
The university is seeking clarity as to why and the manner by which these student visas were revoked.
OSU released the following statement about the situation. Initially, it was reported by OSU that six students had been impacted, but the International Student Services has confirmed the number to be eight as of 4 p.m.
“Six [Now confirmed eight] OSU student visas have been recently revoked by the federal government. The university is continuing to monitor the situation and is focused on providing appropriate guidance and support to those impacted.”
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The names of the students and their home counties have not been released. OSU Associate Director of Media Relations Mack Burke said that due to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protections, there is limited information about the students that can be provided at this time.
Two students from Oral Roberts University were potentially affected. Dr. Charles Scott with ORU said that both students received a notification, and the school is monitoring this situation. Scott said they are aware of the situation across the country and are assessing the implications for the students and will remain compliant and support them.
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‘Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror’: See the exclusive trailer for moving documentary

Watch trailer for Netflix’s ‘Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror’
Netflix’s documentary ‘Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror’ arrives on the 30th anniversary of the tragedy. See the exclusive trailer.
Netflix is commemorating the 30th anniversary of one of the gravest days in our nation’s history with its upcoming documentary “Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror.”
USA TODAY can exclusively reveal a trailer for the moving 82-minute film, streaming April 18. It chronicles what was then considered the worst act of American domestic terror and the resilience of the capital city and those affected by the 168 lives lost. On April 19, 1995, Timothy McVeigh drove a large rented truck containing a 4,800-pound bomb to the nine-story Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, where several federal agencies including the Secret Service and Army and Marine recruitment had offices employing hundreds. A daycare center also operated on the property.
McVeigh, an Army veteran who served during the Persian Gulf War, explained his motives for the anti-government attack in a letter published by The Guardian. “Foremost the bombing was a retaliatory strike; a counter attack for the cumulative raids (and subsequent violence and damage) that federal agents had participated in over the preceding years (including, but not limited to, Waco),” McVeigh wrote, referencing the fatal standoff between law enforcement and cult leader David Koresh exactly two years before the Oklahoma City bombing.
At 9:02 on that fateful spring morning, the bomb exploded, causing one-third of the Federal Building to crumble.
“I remember we were having breakfast,” Dr. Carl Spengler, who assisted in triage care, says in the preview, “and then there was this explosion that kind of rocked us out of our table.”
“The whole front of the Federal Building is gone,” a voice describing the emergency says. “All floors to the roof.”
Filmmakers reconstruct the events of that morning and the days that followed with people on site during the tragedy and law enforcement officers desperate to solve the case.
“I thought maybe I was dead,” remembers survivor Amy Downs, who worked in the building. “I realized I was buried alive.”
The preview touches on the rage lodged at callous McVeigh. A child smiles while holding a cardboard sign that reads, “Oklahoma justice hang the sucker.” A woman interviewed at the time declared to the camera, “I think they should let him loose out front and let everybody have at him.”
“Everybody that has somebody in the building,” Renee Moore, whose son attended daycare at the Federal Building, begins in the trailer, “we have to live with this.” Her pain, marked by tears, is a stark contrast to McVeigh. He can be heard saying coldly, “Am I remorseful? No.”
It’s the same alarming attitude that USA TODAY reporter Kevin Johnson experienced in a 1996 meeting with McVeigh, who was executed in 2001. “His self-absorption, against the backdrop of such enormous loss, was particularly striking,” Johnson wrote. “It remained a constant theme throughout the session.”
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Numerous Stars Out for Suns vs Thunder

PHOENIX — Tonight is the endgame for the Phoenix Suns.
The Suns (35-44) are set to play the penultimate home game of the season against the dominant Oklahoma City Thunder (65-14) in what could be the final nail in the wildly disappointing season that has taken place in Phoenix.
The Suns could be officially eliminated from the play-in race before the game even begins – a Dallas Mavericks victory over the Los Angeles Lakers would clinch them a date with the Sacramento Kings next week.
Oklahoma City has been a dominant regular season squad – they just set the record for most double-digit victories in a single season last night with 51. They are also on the brink of setting another NBA record for the most substantial point differential in league history.
Despite this, it appears that the Thunder are taking a step back ahead of this matchup, having ruled out likely 2025 MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (shin), Luguentz Dort (knee), Isaiah Hartenstein (achilles), and Cason Wallace (shoulder) ahead of tonight.
As for the Suns, Kevin Durant will be out due to the ankle sprain he suffered on March 30 – which will officially keep the star from being eligible for an All-NBA team, as the 65-game requirement will not be met.
Nick Richards will also sit out due to an elbow issue that has arisen in recent days. Expect Oso Ighodaro to receive the start and receive ample playing time.
Oklahoma City will still be a huge challenge for the Suns despite the injury report being more expansive than previously anticipated – Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren are very capable of holding their own.
Suns-Thunder is set to tip-off shortly after 7 P.M. Arizona time tonight.
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