NBA 50-point games this season: Updated list for 2025-26, from Nikola Jokic to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander originally appeared on The Sporting News.
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During the long NBA season, there are moments when players perform at the height of their talents, and producing 50 points in an NBA game can be one of them.
For most players, recording 50 points is a career milestone, while others have reached the mark several times over the course of their careers.
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Fabrizio Romano confirms Liverpool are ‘keen’ on £60m January signing
Fabrizio Romano provides positive update on Liverpool’s pursuit of £60m star
Just months after a record-breaking summer transfer window, Liverpool’s attention is already turning towards potential deals for January.
It’s hardly surprising either, with Liverpool currently sitting 8th in the Premier League table and eight points behind league-leaders Arsenal.
Last week’s 3-0 defeat to Manchester City was the Reds’ fifth defeat in their last six league games.
OM: Updates on Nayef Aguerd, Hamed Traoré and Amine Gouiri
Nayef Aguerd
In a medical statement released this Thursday, Olympique de Marseille provided an update on the health status of five of its players, including Nayef Aguerd, Hamed Traoré, and Amine Gouiri.
With the international break now over, OM has taken stock of its injured squad members, with several key players still sidelined.“Olympique de Marseille gives a medical update on several players currently under care:
Muscle injury to the left thigh.
Report: Man United are ‘in talks’ to sign 23-year-old Bundesliga forward
Uncertain Future for Dortmund Forward as Summer Decision Looms
Growing Doubts Over Long Term Commitment
The situation surrounding Borussia Dortmund’s 23 year old forward Karim Adeyemi has taken another significant turn, with Bild outlining concerns that he no longer sees himself at the club in the long run. Those close to him have reportedly said he is “very far from agreeing to extend his contract” and that he “would prefer to leave in the summer”.
To start the season, the Golden State Warriors have been without one of their key signings from the Summer. De’Anthony Melton has yet to suit up for the Warriors this season as he continues to recover from his ACL tear he suffered last November. On Thursday, the Warriors shared an update regarding Melton’s rehab progress.
Melton has intensified his workouts in recent weeks and participated in scrimmages with Golden State’s G League affiliate, the Santa Cruz Warriors.
Kylian Mbappé absent from Real Madrid training
Kylian Mbappé’s (26) absence from France’s final FIFA World Cup qualifier, against Azerbaijan, has been the subject of close scrutiny in France. The Real Madrid forward left Les Bleus after guiding his nation to next summer’s World Cup, thanks to a 4-0 win over Ukraine last Thursday, before then missing the trip to Azerbaijan for what was ultimately a dead rubber.
A communiqué from the FFF evoked ankle inflammation, which would be the subject of further tests by Real Madrid’s medical staff.
Hakimi’s top 5 moments of 2025 ✨🇲🇦
Grand cru.
Achraf Hakimi was crowned African Ballon d’Or winner for 2025 this Wednesday evening.
A well-deserved prestigious individual award for one of the key players in Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League victory.
Let’s look back at his 2025 year in five highlights!
Aston Villa 3-2 PSG, Champions League
April 15, 2025. PSG snatched qualification for the Champions League semi-finals at the very last moment, on Aston Villa’s pitch.
Wolves have scored 10 fewer goals from open play than at this stage last season [Getty Images]
One of the biggest stories of the Premier League season so far is the decline of goals scored in open play and how teams have been scoring more from set-pieces instead.
When we compare how goals have been scored to the first 11 games last season, there have been 39 fewer scored in open play and 26 more from team set-pieces and penalties, giving us 13 fewer overall.
This week’s FPL captaincy debate brings a mix of in-form premiums, rising differentials, and a few tempting fixtures.
Igor Thiago continues to impress and could be a value-breaking option for managers looking to go against the grain.
Mohamed Salah remains impossible to ignore as Liverpool chase momentum despite recent setbacks.
Philippe Mateta has a standout matchup that could reward those willing to take a calculated gamble.
And of course, Erling Haaland stays firmly in the conversation, even with a challenging trip to Newcastle.
Igor Thiago (£6.
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Red Bull Formula 1 driver Yuki Tsunoda has admitted he is “nervous” about his future in the series as a final announcement of the team’s 2026 driver line-up is still not forthcoming.
Red Bull is widely expected to promote standout Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar to the main team next year as Max Verstappen‘s new partner, with 18-year-old Arvid Lindblad set to be promoted to Racing Bulls. That decision would leave either Tsunoda or Liam Lawson out in the cold.