The New York Times – Sports:
Denver is unraveling its reputation for playoff disappointment one win at a time.
Category: Awards, Decorations and Honors
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Jayson Tatum Shines as Boston Celtics Blow Out 76ers in Game 7
The New York Times – Sports:
Tatum scored 51 points to help send the Celtics to the Eastern Conference finals, where they will face the Miami Heat.
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Ruben Ostlund Doesn’t Want You to Get Too Comfortable
The New York Times – Film:
The Swedish director, this year’s jury president for the Cannes Film Festival, talks about his approach to making films.
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Who’s a Good Boy? Ask These Westminster Judges.
The New York Times – Sports:
For these canine experts, an invitation to pick the winners of the Westminster Dog Show is an honor — and a serious responsibility.
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On the Origin of EGOTs
The New York Times – Music:
Many people were introduced to the idea of an EGOT — winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony — through “30 Rock.” But it’s an actor from the 1980s who deserves the credit.
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Kevin Durant and Westbrook Are Finding Their Way Without Each Other
The New York Times – Sports:
Durant’s Suns bested Westbrook’s Clippers in the first round of the playoffs, but the former teammates held their own.
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Super Mario Bros. and Daddy Yankee Added to Recording Registry
The New York Times – Music:
The Library of Congress has designated 25 recordings, including Madonna’s “Like a Virgin,” as “audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time.”
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WNBA Draft: Aliyah Boston Goes No. 1 to Indiana Fever
The New York Times – Sports:
Boston, a senior forward from the University of South Carolina, was the second-ever top pick from her college.
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Signed, Sealed and Delivered: the Masters Prize Besides a Green Jacket
The New York Times – Sports:
So personalized that they include the signatures of every player in a Masters Tournament field, the trophies shipped to winners are deeply cherished but barely known.