Northwest Sports Update Cal leads attack as Ms roll, Sounders exit Club World Cup, Storm extend win streak and more

The Oklahoma City Thunder triumphed over the Indiana Pacers 103-91 to claim their first NBA championship in franchise history. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a standout performance, scoring 29 points and providing 12 assists, solidifying his status as the Finals MVP. The Pacers were hampered by the early loss of star point guard Tyrese Haliburton, who tore his Achilles after making three 3-pointers in the first quarter. Despite holding a one-point lead at halftime, they could not sustain their momentum as the Thunder surged ahead in the third quarter. In contrast, the Seattle Sounders faced elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup, finishing the tournament with an 0-3 record after a 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

They will shift focus back to the MLS regular season as they prepare to host Austin FC this weekend. Currently, the Sounders sit in sixth place in the Western Conference with a 7-6-5 record. The outcomes of these games highlight the varying fortunes of local teams in the competitive sports landscape.