Less than a quarter later, Flagg was the first teenager to score 51 points in an NBA game in Dallas' 138-127 loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night.

Flagg scored 24 points in the fourth quarter after coach Jason Kidd and forward Naji Marshall were ejected complaining about what they thought was a no-call when Desmond Bane fouled Flagg.

Kidd was tossed even though he was assessed just one technical foul, while Marshall had gotten another tech at the end of the first half. His second came just moments after Kidd was thrown out.

“It’s great to see,” Flagg said after going 19 of 30 from the field and making all seven of his free throws and topping his previous career high of 49 in a 123-121 loss to Charlotte on Jan. 29.

“I already know that coach has my back and Naji ... I know he has my back for sure out there,” Flagg said. “Just seeing their emotion, seeing them fight for me and fight for the calls. Definitely some emotion, and motivated me even further.”

Flagg exited the game with 45 points, but assistant coach Frank Vogel, filling in for Kidd, told the 19-year-old he was just resting him during a defensive possession.

Vogel called a timeout to get Flagg back in with 3:22 remaining, and Flagg made history a little more than a minute later. He missed a 3-pointer the first time down, then missed a follow attempt on Brandon Williams' miss, got the rebound again and made a corner 3.

On the next Dallas possession, he hit an off-balance shot in the lane while getting fouled to clinch 50, made the free throw and left to a standing ovation.

The Mavericks were down 30 when Flagg started his fourth-quarter scoring barrage in what ended up being their 14th consecutive home loss. It's the longest home losing streak since Dallas lost the first 19 games at since-demolished Reunion Arena in 1993-94.

“It’s always fun getting into that type of mode,” Flagg said. “The basket feels big. My teammates are looking out for you, helping you out. But I like to win. That was my main focus. It’s hard for me to fully enjoy myself out there when we’re down 20, down 10, down 15, for the majority of the game.”

Flagg said he thought it was obvious Bane had fouled him in the opening two minutes of the fourth.

“I think it was warranted,” Flagg said about Kidd's reaction. “I’m not going to lie. I talked to Bane after the play, and he told me he was intentionally trying to foul me. I honestly don’t know how they didn’t see that. Obviously, they must not have had the right view, or they weren’t paying attention. But they missed it.”

Kidd said there was “a lot of excitement in the back” as he watched Flagg with a TV delay, hearing the crowd reaction before the buckets as the former Duke standout was 8 of 12 from the field and 4 of 6 from deep in the fourth.

Flagg's previous career high came against former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel, the fourth overall pick and fellow contender for rookie of the year.

Kidd continues to stump for Flagg to win the same award Kidd won with the Mavs 31 years ago, and dropped a Michael Jordan reference after Flagg's latest milestone. Yes, Jordan was the 1985 Rookie of the Year.

“He should be rookie of the year,” Kidd said. “It’s unbelievable. The country’s not watching the same thing we get to watch on a daily basis. He’s in rare air. He’s with the GOAT when you talk about MJ and what he did in his rookie year. And as a teenager, to see what Cooper’s doing, just the excitement, the joy, playing the game, win or lose, his spirit, is about winning. Right now we’re not.”

For at least one night, the rookie overshadowed the long home losing streak, even though he couldn't end it.

Tatum was an assist shy of his second straight triple-double despite sitting out the entire fourth quarter of a game the Celtics never trailed. He had 11 rebounds and nine assists Friday after collecting 25 points, 18 rebounds and 11 assists Wednesday in a 147-129 triumph over the Miami Heat.

In the Miami game, Boston scored 53 points in the opening period — its highest first-quarter point total in franchise history. The Celtics didn’t quite match that Friday, but they made eight of their first nine 3-point attempts and led 43-26 after the opening period.

That represented the most first-quarter points Milwaukee had allowed all season.

Boston (52-25) remained 2 1/2 games ahead of the New York Knicks in the competition for the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. The Celtics are four games behind the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons.

Neemias Queta had 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics, who shot 56.2% overall and 17 of 37 from 3-point range. Derrick White scored 17, Payton Pritchard 16 and Sam Hauser 13.

Taurean Prince scored 18 points to lead Milwaukee. Pete Nance had 14 points and a career-high 10 rebounds.

Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo missed a 10th straight game due to what the Bucks have described as hyperextension in his left knee and a bone bruise. He told The Athletic and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel before the game that he's healthy and wants to play.

The Bucks also were missing Kevin Porter Jr. (right knee), Bobby Portis (left wrist sprain), Ryan Rollins (right hip strain) and Gary Trent Jr. (left hip pointer).

Boston was without Nikola Vucevic, who last played March 6 as he deals with a fractured right ring finger.

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Celtics: Host the Toronto Raptors on Sunday.

Bucks: Host the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday.

Doncic is the NBA's top scorer and the driving force behind the Lakers' surge into the third spot in the Western Conference standings, but he injured his leg during Los Angeles' blowout loss in Oklahoma City on Thursday. An MRI exam revealed the severity of the strain.

The Pacific Division champion Lakers (50-27) have just five games left before the postseason, starting Sunday at Dallas.

Grade 2 hamstring strains sometimes require several weeks of recovery, but Doncic also has prior experience with hamstring issues. He missed four games right before the All-Star break with another left hamstring strain, but returned to the lineup after the break.

Doncic is putting up spectacular numbers in his first full season with the Lakers, who acquired the Slovenian superstar from the Mavericks last season. He is averaging 33.5 points, 8.3 assists and 7.7 rebounds per game for Los Angeles, and he was named the NBA's Western Conference player of the month for March after racking up 13 consecutive 30-point performances, including seven 40-point games, a 51-point barrage against Chicago and a 60-point masterclass in Miami.

Doncic scored a whopping 600 points in March, becoming only the 10th player in NBA history to hit that mark in one month. While LeBron James and Austin Reaves have also played well down the stretch, the Lakers thoroughly depend on Doncic, who either scored or assisted on 58% of the their total points in March.

Doncic is all but certain to win his second NBA scoring title — but he has played in only 64 games this season, which means he will finish one game shy of the 65-game threshold to be eligible for the NBA's biggest postseason awards.

He was a lock to be an All-NBA selection, and he had even been making a late run at consideration for the MVP award with his outstanding play down the stretch.

Along with his two absences caused by hamstring injuries and a handful of additional absences for minor medical maintenance early in the season, Doncic missed two games last December while flying to Slovenia for the birth of his second child. He also missed one game last week under suspension for accumulating 16 technical fouls.

Since he sits just shy of the 65-game threshold, Doncic theoretically could challenge the rule by citing the extraordinary circumstances of his daughter's birth in Europe through the grievance process created for these collectively bargained rules. It's wholly unclear whether that appeal would have any chance of success.

If Doncic wins the scoring title but doesn't make the All-NBA teams, he would be only the third scoring champ in league history to fail to do so. Elvin Hayes wasn't selected when he won the crown as a rookie in 1969, and Bob McAdoo wasn't chosen for the teams in 1976.

Lakers coach JJ Redick said Doncic was injured in the first half against the Thunder, but was cleared to return to the game while his team was getting plastered by the defending NBA champion Thunder. Doncic lasted only about four minutes before he spun, stopped and went down on the court in pain, leading to his departure.

The loss was only the Lakers' third in 19 games since Feb. 26, but Doncic's absence casts a cloud of uncertainty over the rest of their year. Los Angeles only leads fourth-place Denver (49-28) by one game, while sixth-place Minnesota (46-30) is 3 1/2 games back with a game in hand.

The Lakers’ regular-season finale is next Sunday, April 12, at home against Utah. Their first-round playoff series is expected to start the following weekend.

Honeymoon photos shared by Shara Blue Mathes on Instagram captured the newlyweds smiling on a balcony overlooking the turquoise waters and palm trees of  Hawaii . Chaz Bono, a prominent transgender advocate who transitioned in 2009 and documented his story in the Emmy-nominated Becoming Chaz, appeared joyful alongside his bride. The couple, who first met 40 years ago as teenagers and began dating in 2017, have a long history of mutual support, with Mathes frequently accompanying Bono to high-profile industry events.

The wedding took place at  The Hollywood Roosevelt  in Los Angeles on March 8, 2026, attended by close family and friends, including Chaz’s mother,  Cher , who sat in the front row. The ceremony featured a "Hollywood Glam Formal" theme. Mathes, a dedicated social services advocate, wore a romantic long-sleeved lace gown, while Bono opted for a classic black tuxedo, as captured in exclusive photos shared by the couple and media outlets like People.

Within the LGBTQ+ community, the couple's union is celebrated as a powerful symbol of transgender joy and visibility. As a longtime advocate who first came out publicly in the 1990s before documenting his transition in 2009, Bono is viewed as a trailblazer whose personal milestones resonate deeply. Social media responses to the wedding have highlighted his role in paving the way for greater acceptance, with fans praising the couple's 40-year journey from their first teenage kiss to their 'Hollywood Glam' wedding at The Hollywood Roosevelt.

Bono has long been a trailblazer for transgender rights, notably serving as the Entertainment Media Director for GLAADand receiving their prestigious Stephen F. Kolzak Award in 2012. His marriage to Mathes highlights the joy and normalcy of transgender relationships, a message he has championed since his 2009 public transition. Following their Hollywood Glam wedding, Shara shared a glimpse of their Hawaiian honeymoon on Instagram, captioning a scenic balcony photo with 'The Rainbow's end' as they celebrated their new life together.

As the couple continues their Hawaiian getaway, their story highlights personal milestones amid broader conversations about love and equality for LGBTQ+ people. While they haven't disclosed which island they are visiting, photos shared by Mathes—captioned 'The Rainbow's end'—suggest a focus on relaxation and quiet reconnection following their high-profile Hollywood wedding.

"Six," which premiered in London's West End in 2019 before transferring to Broadway in 2021, transforms the six wives of Henry VIII—Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr—into contemporary pop icons competing in a concert-style showdown. The show's empowering narrative celebrates female resilience and agency, drawing parallels to modern feminist anthems and resonating with diverse audiences, including LGBTQ+ communities who appreciate its bold, unapologetic take on historical women reclaiming their stories.

The release captures a live performance from the Vaudeville Theatre in London's West End, directed for the screen by Liz Clare, with original stage direction by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage. The project, featuring set design by Emma Bailey and musical supervision by Joe Beighton, was described by producers Kenny Wax, Wendy and Andy Barnes, and George Stiles as a way to share the show's live energy with a global audience.

This announcement comes as SIX continues its record-breaking runs, having earned two Tony Awards for its innovative score and costumes. The musical's commitment to diverse casting—including the 2026 Broadway debut of Dylan Mulvaney as Anne Boleyn—has been praised for its LGBTQ+ inclusivity, providing vital representation for transgender and non-binary performers on the world's biggest stages.

LGBTQ+ media outlets have highlighted the show's appeal to queer audiences, noting its themes of self-empowerment and defiance against patriarchal control, which echo broader community experiences. Fan responses on social media, including from transgender people and others in the community, celebrate the 2026 theatrical release as an opportunity for wider access to a production that uplifts women and gender-diverse stories. One queer theater critic remarked, "Six gives voice to the silenced, much like our community fights for visibility."

The filmed version's exact North American release date has been confirmed for August 14, 2026, when Universal Pictures Content Group and Focus Features will bring the production to movie theaters. This follows the success of the film's international theatrical runs in the UK and Australia, positioning SIX to reach millions beyond the traditional theater walls. Industry observers anticipate the cinematic release will introduce the show's high-energy performances to new fans, potentially boosting touring productions that continue to prioritize inclusive and gender-diverse casts.

With its blend of history, pop culture, and empowerment,  SIX  has become a cultural phenomenon, selling out venues worldwide and inspiring school editions for young performers. The theatrical release on August 14, 2026, underscores the growing demand for filmed theater, especially content that resonates with LGBTQ+ viewers seeking affirming narratives. As cinematic and streaming access expands, productions like this one play a key role in promoting diverse and gender-inclusive storytelling to a global audience.

“I’m going along very nicely and then I might just throw something at you,” the three-time Grammy Award-winner warns from his home in Williamsburg, Virginia. “I’m well aware that a whole lot of my old-time fans just hate that.”

“Indigo Park,” a 10-song set that arrives Friday, is a concept album of sorts as Hornsby mulls over his childhood and where he's come from. To borrow a line from one song, it's “one life in reflection.”

The album — which features appearances from Vampire Weekend's Ezra Koenig, Bonnie Raitt and Bob Weir, his late Grateful Dead bandmate — is a darkly comic collection that handles memories with soulfulness — and some quirks.

Hornsby, who came out of the gates swinging with the socially conscious hit “The Way It Is” in 1986, knows which songs may trip up the average listener these days — Nos. 3, 6 and 9, which would be “Entropy Here (Rust in Peace),” “Alabama” and “Might As Well Be Me, Florinda.” They're, in a word, challenging, with dissonant and complex time signatures.

“Look, I love simple music. There’s simple songs on this,” he says. “But I also love complexity. And I’m interested sometimes in making a sound I haven’t heard before.”

Challenging lyrics and sounds

“Indigo Park” captures Hornsby’s restless musical creativity and love of language. Not many pop albums these days causally drop the words “priapic” or “tumescent” or make reference to math’s Fibonacci sequence.

“This is just a window into my goofy world,” he says, explaining that the Hornsby household loves funny words and a bit of wordplay, with maybe dad telling one of his sons he’s looking “a bit concupiscent, pal.”

Hornsby calls himself an “inveterate reader” and many of his songs have been inspired by literary fiction, like 2019’s “White Noise” which was a nod to David Foster Wallace’s novel “The Pale King.” “I guess you could really just call me, simply in one word, a snob.”

On one new song, “Silhouette Shadows,” Hornsby references learning about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy over the school intercom. He was a third grader in a small, conservative Southern town, and suddenly, his classmates started celebrating, hoping Richard Nixon might take over.

“I was really alarmed and confused/Watching the children parroting parent’s views,” Hornsby sings. “Ancient scenes and cryptic dreams.”

The song’s music was inspired by a fugue by classical composer Dmitri Shostakovich that he had written for a Spike Lee project, but the filmmaker never used it. So Hornsby took it back: “That was me trying to make a sound I hadn’t heard before.”

‘Nooks and crannies’

Another song — “Ecstatic,” which features Bonnie Raitt on vocals — sounds like light-hearted playground banter, and it sort of is. It comes from the basketball chants Hornsby heard from parents as his older son, Keith, competed on the basketball court for Louisiana State University.

“You fouled, you did it, raise your hand admit it/That’s right, you fouled, you did it, raise your hand admit it,” go the lyrics. “That’s right, you walked, you traveled and got caught.”

“Indigo Park” marks the fifth-straight album Hornsby has tapped guitarist Gibb Droll and the musician says it gives listeners a peek into the inner life of the singer-songwriter.

“It’s more personal. I think his fans will feel like they’re getting a glimpse of the man and what he thinks about,” says Droll, who plays on five tracks.

As for the weirder songs, the guitarist says that's part of the Hornsby experience. “I don’t know of anyone that has continued to push the boundaries the way he does,” Droll says.

“If it’s truly art, it should challenge you at some point. The listener should be challenged to feel ‘Do I like this? I don’t know. Oh my God, I think I love it.’ And then by the eighth time, hopefully, you’re looking forward to those little weird nooks and crannies.” Droll says.

Hornsby, who plays accordion, dulcimer and piano on the collection, picked an Edward Hopper print — “Night Shadows,” a copy of which he owns — as the album cover. It depicts a man alone on a dark street.

“I thought, well, this could be called my aging record. When you’re about gone or ready to be gone you realize you’re alone, man,” he says. “I see this lone guy walking around. I thought that’s me right now. It spoke to me in that way. So, I used it.”

“Indigo Park” comes 40 years after the single and album “The Way It Is,” Hornsby's debut. In the years since, he has been impossible to categorize, having songs scattered across country, adult contemporary, rock, jazz, bluegrass and folk charts. He's played with the Grateful Dead and everyone from Bob Dylan to Chaka Khan.

He laughs that the songs hold up from that early time, but he might fire the frontman. “I’m not a fan of that singer. I guess I’d call myself a slow learner in that way. It’s gotten better through the years, at least to me.”

Candace Parker , who retired in early 2024, was the No. 1 overall pick in 2008 and famously became the first player to win Rookie of the Year and MVP in the same season. She is the only player in WNBA history to win championships with three different franchises: the Los Angeles Sparks (2016), Chicago Sky (2021), and Las Vegas Aces (2023). Parker’s storied 16-year career also includes two Olympic gold medals (2008, 2012) and being named the 2020 Defensive Player of the Year.

Elena Delle Donne , the second overall pick in 2013, revolutionized the league as the first WNBA player to join the elite 50-40-90 shooting club in 2019. A two-time MVP (2015, 2019), she led the Washington Mystics to their first-ever championship in 2019. Note: The 2012 Indiana Fever title was led by Tamika Catchings while Delle Donne was still in college at Delaware. Delle Donne publicly came out as gay in 2016 and married Amanda Clifton in 2017; she remains a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility and recently welcomed a son via surrogacy in 2023. 

The reported induction class also features notables like  Amar'e Stoudemire  and  Doc Rivers , but Parker and  Delle Donne  stand out for their massive WNBA legacies. For the LGBTQ+ community, their joint enshrinement significantly amplifies visibility; they join other out legends in the Hall like  Sheryl Swoopes , who famously came out in 2005. Community responses on social media have celebrated the news, with advocates highlighting how both athletes have inspired queer youth and transgender people in sports by living authentically. 

Candace Parker , who is married to wife Anna Petrakova, expressed gratitude on social media, specifically crediting her family's support and the WNBA pioneers who paved the way.  Delle Donne  shared a similar sentiment: "Grateful for this honor and the platform to live authentically." The enshrinement ceremony is scheduled for August 15, 2026, at Springfield Symphony Hall in Massachusetts. These inductions further solidify the WNBA's role as a leader in advancing LGBTQ+ representation across all levels of basketball. 

Rousseau had a documented history connected to pop singer Billie Eilish, who has previously shared her journey regarding her sexuality and her support for the LGBTQ+ community. In May 2020, Eilish was granted a restraining order against him after he repeatedly appeared uninvited at her Los Angeles home, sat on the porch to read a book, and refused to leave. Court filings from that time described his behavior as erratic and persistent, visiting the property seven times in two days.

The LIRR train involved was traveling from Huntington toward Atlantic Terminal when it struck Rousseau east of the Westbury station. Officials confirmed the fatality to local media, noting the early hour and the victim's proximity to the tracks contributed to the tragedy. Approximately 100 passengers were on board at the time; no injuries were reported among passengers or crew, though the incident caused significant morning travel disruptions.

This incident revives discussions on the persistent threat of stalking faced by celebrities, particularly those with large, devoted fanbases like Eilish, whose music and persona resonate strongly within LGBTQ+ communities. Stalking cases in the entertainment industry have drawn increased scrutiny, as they often involve obsessive behavior that escalates over time. Eilish has previously spoken publicly about the emotional toll of such intrusions on her privacy and safety, themes that echo concerns among queer artists who navigate fame amid personal identity visibility.

LGBTQ+ media outlets have covered the story in the context of broader celebrity safety, noting Eilish's role as an affirming figure for transgender people and others in the community through her advocacy and lyrics addressing identity and acceptance. While no official statements from Eilish or her team have been released regarding Rousseau's death, the event highlights the long-term impacts of restraining orders and legal protections for public figures. Community discussions on platforms like Queer News Tonight emphasized the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ celebrities, who may experience heightened stalking risks due to their visibility in promoting inclusivity.

Local authorities in Nassau County, where Westbury is located, are conducting a standard investigation into the train incident, including reviewing surveillance footage and witness accounts. The LIRR has issued no service disruptions as a result. Reports conflict slightly on the exact date, with one outlet citing March 25, but primary local coverage confirms March 25.

Eilish, known for her chart-topping hits and outspoken support for LGBTQ+ rights, continues her career without public comment on this matter. The tragedy serves as a somber reminder of the boundaries between fandom and obsession, especially for artists who champion person-first language and affirmation for transgender people and queer identities.

Robyn, 46, welcomed her son, Tyko, in July 2023 through in vitro fertilization as a single woman—a path she chose after five rounds of treatment. She described the physical and emotional toll in vivid terms: "It was a f***ing rollercoaster," noting the hormone treatments, medical appointments, and intense uncertainty that defined the process. Despite the hardships, Robyn expressed profound joy in her role as a mother, sharing how her two-year-old son has transformed her daily life with boundless energy and love.

The singer's story gained wider attention through cross-coverage in outlets like ReScripted, which framed her choice as a rejection of societal "failure" narratives around single parenthood. Robyn reflected on her initial vision of family life: "I had seen myself having a kid in a stable relationship. I was sad to let go of that. It felt like a failure," she told The Guardian in the March 2026 interview. However, she reframed this grief as empowerment, opting out of compromises in heterosexual relationships that did not meet her standards for partnership and parenting.

This narrative intersects with broader conversations on reproductive choices, particularly for women in their 40s who delay family-building for career or personal reasons. Robyn's openness challenges stigma around single mothers by choice, a group increasingly visible amid advances in fertility technology. While not explicitly tied to LGBTQ+ identities, her story echoes themes resonant in queer communities, where non-traditional family structures—such as single parenting, co-parenting, or IVF use among same-sex couples and transgender people—are normalized and celebrated. Advocacy groups like Family Equality have long highlighted IVF accessibility as key to family-building equity for LGBTQ+ individuals, noting that single parenthood by choice aligns with diverse paths to parenthood.

Media coverage underscores the global impact of Robyn's platform; as a queer icon in pop music—admired for anthems of resilience that have soundtracked Pride events worldwide—her vulnerability amplifies messages of self-determined family life. Fans and commentators on platforms like Instagram have responded positively, with posts praising her for normalizing IVF and single motherhood. ReScripted explicitly counters shame: "Robyn Became a Single Mother by Choice and That's Not a Failure," positioning her as a role model for women redefining success beyond partnership norms.

The timing of these revelations coincides with Robyn's return to music, including hints at new releases that weave personal milestones into her artistry. Her story arrives amid ongoing debates over fertility access, with U.S. and European policies affecting IVF costs and eligibility—a concern for all pursuing parenthood outside traditional means, including transgender people and LGBTQ+ families. Robyn's reflections serve as a testament to resilience, inviting empathy for the "complicated feelings" of unconventional paths while affirming that single mothers by choice thrive.