Maren Morris Maintains She Was 'Never Talking About' Leaving Country Music but Rather the Genre's 'Business Machine'

In a new TikTok video, Maren Morris clarified she loves country music and her past comments about leaving elements of the genre were about the music industry, not the genre itself

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• The Grammy winner addressed criticism of her genre-blending work

• Morris emphasized her goal is to make the music industry safer and more inclusive while continuing to create in Nashville

Maren Morriswould like to set the record straight.

The Grammy winner, 36, made headlines in 2023 afterspeaking to theLos Angeles Timesabout her choice to step away from elements of country musicand subsequently faced backlash from some of the genre's fans. In aTikTokvideo posted earlier this week, Morris clarified her comments and urged she never wanted to leave the genre overall.

"As an artist, and as a Texan, I feel like I have pretty thick skin," began Morris. "You kind of have to if you’re in this line of work. But for years I’ve seen comments on my videos, or articles posted about me that say, ‘She said she hates country music.’ And it’s exhausting because I can’t reply to all of them and be like, ‘Cite your source.’"

The "Girl" singer-songwriter explained theLos Angeles Timesinterview featured her "talking about the music industry part, not country music as a genre" and noted she's had to "clarify" that ever since.

Morris continued, "I love country music, full stop. It’s my home. I grew up loving it in Texas, being so proud that so many of my country heroes are from that state. It made me want to be a songwriter. My dad bought me an acoustic guitar. I taught myself how to play and write songs in my bedroom as a kid. And then I moved to Nashville and made my dreams come true."

The star recalled facing criticism upon releasing her debut single "My Church" in 2016 from people who thought she was "disrespecting religion" with its lyrics. "It’s literally just a song about me loving driving around in my car listening to music. That’s my version of church," she said. "But even since then, the comments are like, ‘She’s not country.’"

Morris acknowledged that she blends genres in her work, which ranges from the traditional country of The Highwomen to full-blown pop with her hit "The Middle." She noted, "I’ve kind of done everything and in between, which is the fun part of this."

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The artist spoke about understanding people believe "what they've been fed" but explained, "I was always talking about the music business side of things because I think in country music particularly — I’m sure in other genres this is prevalent — but in country music, where it’s like, this is almost religion, and then the music business machine of it is like, you kiss the ring."

"You always say ‘thank you.’ You pave over the cracks. If you see something, don’t say something. And me and my friends, we’re just trying to write songs and have fun and make this feel safer," added Morris. "And I think I even say in that article, when you love something it’s okay to criticize it because you’re not doing it because you hate it, you’re doing that because you love it and want to make it better."

While some people in Morris' life who work behind the scenes of country music "understand" her point of view, she said, "I also know that’s kind of a part of my life that’s not a part of it anymore," citing radio and "country categories at the Grammys."

"But I do love country music because it’s about storytelling, and my heroes were truth tellers even when it was unpopular. Because country music should be for everybody," she continued. "But the two sides of the coin with country music particularly is like, this is not just music, it is a way of life. Which is a beautiful thing about it, but it is also like, if you criticize any part of it, people will take offense because they’re like, ‘You’re not just criticizing music I like, you’re criticizing me.’"

Morris noted, "I just want to clarify here, I was never talking about country music, I was talking really about the machine of the music industry, which as any artist will tell you, is more business than music at times."

The "Bones" artist explained she still lives and creates music with friends in Nashville and doesn't plan to stop doing so. Ultimately, she urged fans against "jumping to a conclusion because you have a bias already."

"I do think when you love something, and I love country music, I do think you should have a say in how to make it better and it’s not in a way that’s shitting all over it," said Morris. "I really, from the jump, and I think evenThe Chicksfrom the jump were really trying to make this safer for everyone, and sometimes that can be absolutely misconstrued. But yeah, it is what it is."

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Maren Morris Maintains She Was 'Never Talking About' Leaving Country Music but Rather the Genre's 'Business Machine'

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Florida football recruiting: What Gators, Hurricanes are watching in spring

(Editor's note: This is the latest edition of "Extra Points," the newsletter providing additional news, analysis and opinions on all things high school recruiting in the state of Florida.You can sign up to receive this newsletter in your email inboxweekly.)

Spring is time to travel in the recruiting world, and reporters are no different.

USA TODAY's Florida Network has been busy this spring, travelling the state to check in with premier recruits and look for under-the-radar prospects.

In this week's Extra Points, we're dumping the notebook halfway through the spring. There are still plenty of schools on the list to check in with, and more intel will come pouring in as the pressure increases on the state's elite recruits.

Here's where we've been and what we're hearing so far this spring.

Florida commit Anthony Jennings headlines talented Dillard squad

Jennings, who committed to Florida on April 25, is the marquee name at Dillard but far from the only elite recruit suiting up for the Panthers.

Jennings (No. 61)namedthe Gatorsfrom an offer list that includes nearly 40 schools. He confirmed with USA TODAY that he as all but officially shut down his recruitment after using all five available official visits. Ever sinceJon Sumrall and his new staff got to Gainesville, we haven't stopped hearing about how unique this new regime is. Jennings reinforced the point, saying that the staff is what got the Gators over the hump against other finalists like Florida State, Auburn and Maryland.

"Coach Sumrall and (WRs coach Marcus) Davis were two key factors in my commitment," he told us at a spring practice. "As soon as I met (Sumrall), he was off the charts — dapping me up and giving me a hug. Even when I committed over the phone he was just really excited..."

Jennings, a 6-foot speedster, is WR1 within a group that includes two 6-4 rising senior pass catchers. Isaiah Monestime and Josh Sylvain both have seen their respective recruitments gain steam this spring. Colorado and Kentucky are among the programs that have extended offers to both in recent weeks.

After transferring in from Piper with zero Division I offers, Monestime has been offered by five different programs in the last two months. Sylvain, a returning senior, reports 10 offers from the likes of Tulane, USF and Cal. Expect the offer count to rise for both as more college coaches stop by Dillard to do their due diligence.

The secondary is also loaded, headlined by Penn State commit Semajay Robinson (No. 79). Robinson confirmed with us that he has not shut down his recruitment and two other programs are nearing visits. Louisville and Virginia are the teams to watch for the 6-3 cornerback.

Louisvillehas made recruiting Florida a priority under Jeff Brohm, and they've already landed three Top 100 commits this cycle. They hope to add another in Robinson.

"They just know what they want, there's a lot of Florida guys there," he said. "And I feel like if I wasn't home at Penn State, that'd be another place I could call home."

It won't be an easy flip, as Robinson committed back in March after associate head coach and CBs coach Terry Smith closed the deal for the Nittany Lions. The relationship with his verbal pledge remains strong midway through the spring.

"I love (the staff), coach Terry is the G.O.A.T," he said, "I love him. He's the reason I even committed there. And Penn State culture is very big, and I want to be a part of that. And (head coach Matt) Campbell, I love him to death."

Another senior to watch on the defensive side of the ball is Tedrick Oatman, a versatile athlete that roams from the nickel to linebacker that reports offers from the likes of Boston College, UConn, Cal and Georgia State.

Cardinal Mooney looking to repeat with Top 100 recruits leading way

The Cougars have Davin Davidson running the show again this year and are primed for a title defense season with theNo. 1 signal caller in the stateat the helm.

The 6-7 Davidson (No. 17) has had a breakout offseason unlike any other, and committed to Florida after a host of offers came rushing in. Now an Elite 11 finalist with a verbal commitment made, Davidson committed quickly after the offers came in order to avoid distractions and visits during the summer and fall. Expect his pledge to the Gators to hold firm until signing day.

Kaleb Exume (No. 56)transfers in from Parrish, and has one of the more impressive tapes in the state. The 6-2, 310-pound defensive tackle played both ways at Parrish, and is expected to do the same for the Cougars.He committed to Louisville on April 19over Indiana, Virginia Tech and Kansas.

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Connail Jackson (No. 69) committed to UCF on May 2 over North Carolina and Virginia Tech. The Knights were early on Jackson, and started their recruitment his sophomore year — a head start that Jackson says helped seal the deal. They land a commitment from him after a junior campaign that saw him rush for 2,452 yards and 39 touchdowns on 217 touches.

American Heritage still priority stop for college coaches

Miami, Florida State, Auburn and more were in attendance for a spring practice on April 5 at American Heritage, which sees a revolving door of coaches come by to evaluate talent regularly.

The south Florida powerhouse and defending back-to-back state champs have a new marquee recruit in at quarterback after Dia Bell's (Texas signee) graduation. Rising junior phenom Neimann Lawrence arrived from Miami Northwestern, and is among the most touted signal callers in the 2028 class.

Texas, Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Michigan and Miami are leaders in his recruitment at this stage, and he visited all five this spring. Lawrence has long been on the 'Canes board, and they've been recruiting him since he was in eighth grade.One of Miami's most successful recruiters, offensive line coach Alex Mirabal, was at practice and made sure to check in with Lawrence (as well as the trenches).

Lawrence will have big targets this year. 6-5 Kentucky commit Trae Proctor (No. 35) will start practicing with the team as soon as his transfer from Southridge becomes official, and 6-6 rising junior Robert Outler has been gaining serious steam on the trail — reeling in offers from Missouri and UCF this offseason. Rising senior Michael Stringer (6-0, 190 pounds) is unranked by major recruiting services, but has picked up five offers in the last week from the likes of East Carolina, Cornell and Western Kentucky.

The other side of the ball has elite prospects as well.CB Amare Nugent (No. 12) is a Florida commitand the No. 3 corner in the state, and defensive lineman Micah price reports 14 offers, including Missouri, Purdue and Kentucky this offseason.

Chaminade-Madonna still stacked with high-end talent

Rising junior quarterback Brady Quinn is another quarterback that is being pursued heavily, and has had a busy spring taking visits. Indiana, Notre Dame, Alabama, Clemson, Miami, Kentucky and Purdue were the programs that hosted the 6-1 composite 3-star.

Quinn will have plenty of elite targets in his first year with the Lions, including LSU WR commit Ah'Mari Stevens (No. 41). Stevens held a longtime commitment to Miami before he and the 'Canes mutually agreed to part ways shortly after an official visit to LSU. He named the Tigers one day after his visit to Baton Rouge.

Another big name in the receiver's group is is tight end Peter Pierre, who enters his junior campaign at 6-4, 220 pounds. Pierre reports over 30 offers, and added Alabama, West Virginia, and Mississippi State to the list last week. Rising junior Armani Strong has gained momentum this spring, and added USC and Virginia Tech to an offer list that already includes Ole Miss, Notre Dame, and Florida State.

The Lions also have Amos Bradford at running back, a 6-0, 170-pound 3-star that decommitted from Toledo in February before committing to Purdue this spring.

The Lions have some big names in the secondary, including Notre Dame safety commit John Ford III and Ohio State safety commit Angelo Smith — the younger brother of phenomBuckeye receiver Jeremiah Smith, who was at Chaminade's practice.

Venice flexes elite offensive talent

Tyree Mannings Jr. is one of the best receivers in the nation, and coaches from all over the country have stopped by The Island to check in. The rising junior has added offers from USC, Alabama, North Carolina and Virginia Tech this spring, and is already offered by Florida's Big 3 along with Georgia, LSU, Nebraska, and others.

Transferring in from IMG is rising junior Noah Patton, who has had limited meaningful snaps at the varsity level but has all the tools to take Venice's offense to the next level. He reports offers from Arkansas, Syracuse, Kentucky and others. Florida QB coach Joe Craddock stopped by a Venice practice to do his due diligence on the 6-3, 190 pound signal caller.

Running back Dorien Jones (No. 85) has added North Carolina, Georgia Tech and FIU to his offer sheet this spring. Jones took a visit to Chapel Hill already, and says the tar Heels are among his leaders. Georgia Tech, which extended an offer in late April, has already locked in a summertime visit. USF is working hard on the 5-11, 190-pound back and the Bulls are also among his leaders. Expect a summer commitment from Jones.

While the big names are on the offensive side of the ball, the defense has long been a strong point for Venice and players on that side of the ball are seeing their recruitment speed up. Defensive back Ira Dale has earned offers from Florida Atlantic and Western Kentucky this offseason. Brothers Felly and Desi Kmit are two well-built linebackers in the class of 2028 that transferred in from Michigan, and will almost certainly reel in some big-time offers before next year's signing day.

Eau Gaille has promising crop of talent

It will be interesting so how colleges approach Eau Gallie rising senior quarterback Joseph Allen. Allen was being recruited by Power 4 programs before suffering a season-ending knee injury in the 2025 season opener. Coastal Carolina is a program to keep a close eye on with Allen moving forward.

Eau Gallie 6-5, 215-pound rising junior tight end Troy Silberzahn is seeing his recruitment take off this spring. He's a big body with soft hands and enough speed to separate from linebackers and safeties. Wisconsin, Maryland, Indiana, UCF, Florida State and North Carolina are among the schools to offer early this spring.

Defensive prospects shining at Cardinal Gibbons

Cardinal Gibbons rising junior edge rusher/tight end Ty Kirkpatrick has been taking plenty of reps at linebacker this spring. The 6-2 ½, 235-pounder led the Crusaders with six sacks in 2025. West Virginia, USF, SMU and North Carolina all offered in the past week.

Rutgers has been hot on the trail of Cardinal Gibbons rising senior edge rusher Michael Loudort. The 6-4, 240-pounder's offers also include Florida State, Georgia Tech, Nebraska and Pitt.

This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers:Florida H.S. football recruiting: What to know for spring practices

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EXCLUSIVE: Princess Diana's Sex Confessions From Beyond the Grave — Radar Reveals Graphic Contents of Tragic Royal's 5 Hours of Secret Taped Confessions

Princess Dianais set to speak in her own words once more, as previously unheard recordings detailing her private life and troubled marriage toKing Charlesare prepared for broadcast – in a projectRadarOnline.comcan reveal promises to reopen one of the most scrutinized chapters in modern royal history.

The late princess,who died aged 36 in 1997in a high-speed Paris car smash, recorded more than five hours of candid audio in 1991, offering an unfiltered account of her experiences inside the royal family.

Secret Princess Diana Tapes Set for Global Release

The tapes, secretly made with the assistance of her friend Dr James Colthurst, were smuggled out of Kensington Palace and passed to author Andrew Morton, who used them as the foundation for the explosive bookDiana: Her True Story.

Now, decades later, the recordings are set to form the basis of a three-partdocumentary seriestitledDiana: The Unheard Truth, scheduled for release on August 31, 2027 – marking the 30th anniversary of her death in Paris.

A source with knowledge of the content of the tapes told us: "These recordings go far beyond anything the public has previously heard – they capture Diana at her most unguarded, speaking openly about deeply personal experiences that were largely hidden at the time.

Princess Diana's 'Very Graphic Confessions'

"There is a sense that audiences will encounter a version of her that feels immediate and strikingly human."

Another insider added: "The material is extraordinarily raw. It does not just revisit familiar headlines – it places listeners inside her perspective, offering a more complete understanding of what she endured and how she processed it in real time. They include very graphic confessions."

Radarcan reveal the secret tapes include Diana's reflections on the breakdown of her marriage to the then-Prince Charles, now king and aged 77, as well as her struggles with aneating disorder, and accounts of her mental health, includingsuicide attempts.

They also address Charles' long-standing relationship with his now-wifeQueen Camilla, 78, a central source of tension during his and Diana's marriage.

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At the time of the recordings, Diana was navigating intense public scrutiny while attempting to reconcile her private reality with her public role.

Uncovering Three Decades of Silence

The series is being produced by Love Monday TV in collaboration with Morton and Colthurst, both of whom will appear on camera to contextualize the recordings and their significance.

Until now, less than an hour of the tapes has been made public, with most of the material remaining unheard for more than three decades.

In a statement, the production company said, "In life, when Diana spoke, the world listened. These newly uncovered recordings offer a rare opportunity to hear Diana's perspective once more."

It added the tapes reveal the tragic royal as a "resilient, perceptive and relatable young woman finding herself in the brightest of global spotlights and navigating the challenges with grace and determination."

The documentary will also explore Diana's hopes for the future, including her vision of a life beyond the constraints of royal expectations.

According to the producers, the recordings capture her imagining a "new chapter in which Charles goes off into the sunset with Camilla, leaving Diana free to carve her own path."

Filming is already underway on the upcoming show, with the series expected to draw significant attention not only for its historical value but also for its emotional impact.

One TV insider said: "There is something uniquely powerful about hearing Diana tell her own story – it cuts through interpretation and brings audiences closer to her reality in a way that written accounts alone never could."

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Charles Melton shouts out wife, daughter in Gold Gala award speech

LOS ANGELES —Charles Meltonsweetly dedicated an award to his wife and newborn daughter, deviating from his famously private nature.

The "Beef" Season 2 star took the stage at the nonprofitGold House's fifth annualGold Galaon Saturday, May 10, to accept the inaugural Gold Artistic Achievement Honor.

"To my partner, my fiancée, my wife, my girlfriend, the love of my life, I love you. I recently became a father, and I want to thank everyone," Melton, 35, said as he wound down his speech with acknowledgements. "I want to thank everyone in this room for making the world a better place for my baby girl. Giving her a place to belong. Giving her a place to belong and thrive. I treasure this honor and I dedicate it to her and everything else I do."

Aside from announcing the birth of his daughter in a March 9Instagram carouselfeaturing his partner,Camille Summers-Valli, Melton has kept his family life, including his possible nuptials, under wraps.

The acclaimed "May December" actor and "Riverdale" alum was honored at the event alongsidePriyanka Chopra Jonas— who was recognized for "bridging Asian Pacific and Western cultures" — martial arts trailblazerJet Li, who brought "wushu to a global stage" and Simu Liu, heralded as "a tireless champion for representation on and off screen."

The Gold Gala brings together Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders from entertainment, sports, business, and other industries to celebrate the nonprofit's annualGold100 List, naming the "100 most impactful Asian Pacific leaders over the past year."

Charles Melton chokes up, describes filming 'Beef' in South Korea as 'coming home'

In his acceptance speech, Melton drew parallels between himself and his "Beef" character Austin, an aspiring physical trainer who, along with fiancée Ashley (Cailee Spaeny) gets caught in ever-rising stakes as they face off against their country club bosses, played byCarey Mulligan and Oscar Isaac.

Melton, whose mother emigrated from South Korea to the United States in 1990 and whose father served in the U.S. Army for nearly 30 years, is a mixed-race Asian American, like Austin. In "Beef,"he spoke Korean with his real-life mom, Sukyong Melton, and filmed the season's climax in Seoul.

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'We just had so much fun':Charles Melton opens up about working with his mom on 'Beef'

Jokingly acknowledging Austin "is something of a Korean himbo," Melton insisted his character is "so much more than that."

"I connected to him profoundly and felt so much empathy for him. I've been like Austin at times. Many of us have," Melton said. "He's lost, looking for purpose. He hides his Korean-ness. He hides behind his own masks because he thinks that's the best way to survive. He's described as [Arizonan] more than Korean. Austin eventually learns that he can't hide his Korean-ness very long."

Moving constantly as a military kid, Melton opened up about how he "never had a good answer" when asked where he was from.

"For a long time I felt like two halves of separate things, never quite whole," he said. "Filming 'Beef' in Soul, the city where I grew up, where my family still lives, gave me the opportunity to return as an artist doing work that mattered in a place where my story began. It felt like coming home, not just to Korea, but to myself.

Melton choked up and cleared his throat to address the "transcendent artists" who have inspired his career, as well as those coming after him.

"My hope is that young Korean actors, young Asian Pacific actors, find inspiration in my work and my story and pursue their heights whilst finding purpose and belonging amongst us," he said. "There is strength in numbers. One person's success can open a thousand doors."

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Charles Melton shouts out wife and daughter in Gold Gala speech

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s Hand-Embroidered Gown Reimagines a 20-Year-Old Chikan Sari

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Last night,Priyanka Chopra Jonaswas honored with the inaugural Vanguard award at the fifth annual Gold Gala. And for the occasion, she turned toAmit Aggarwalfor an angelic, sculptural white gown rich with significance.

Designed in partnership with stylistAmi Patel, the sari-inspired gown was a meaningful collaboration between the artists, honoring 25 years of Chopra’s work with a piece worthy of such an accomplishment.

Merging vintage and tradition with contemporary sensibilities, the creatives reimagined a two-decade-old chikan sari into a modern piece of couture with a high leg slit, long dramatic train, and intricate hand embroidery. The result was something both delicate and powerful at the same time.

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For Aggarwal, the piece wasparticularlyspecial because of its wearer. “My mother has adored Priyanka Chopra beyond measure for years,”the designer shared on Instagram. “She is also the first person to comment on almost every post we have ever done, and the woman who believed in me long before the world did. This moment is my small gift to her.”

“And to mothers everywhere, thank you for giving your children not just life, but the courage to pursue the dreams they quietly carry within them,” Aggarwal added. What a perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day.

To pair, Chopra wore a decadent set of Bulgari jewels around her neck, with diamonds and emeralds creating a soft geometric pattern. She finished off the elegant look with a pair of Jimmy Choo heels and walked the gold carpet before heading into the Gold House’s annual ceremony.

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Victor Wembanyama, Spurs start fast, hold off Wolves in Game 3

Victor Wembanyama scored 39 points, grabbed 15 rebounds and blocked five shots as the San Antonio Spurs held on for a 115-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series on Friday in Minneapolis.

Wembanyama made 13 of 18 shots, including 3 of 5 from beyond the arc, while lifting the Spurs to a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.

"I've really been waiting since I've been in the league to live those moments, those high-stakes games," Wembanyama said postgame on Prime Video. That's what I love. ... I'm built for this. I love this more than anything else."

San Antonio's De'Aaron Fox added 17 points, and Stephon Castle notched 13 points and 12 assists.

Fox did not hesitate when asked what the basketball world was witnessing from Wembanyama in his first postseason.

"Greatness," Fox said. "We all know that. We see him every day. We see the work and the time that he puts into his game and his body, knowing that teams are going to come out here and try to be physical with him.

"He fights through that. He doesn't complain. He knows what he's going to endure, and he comes out here and he produces."

Anthony Edwards scored 32 points and pulled down 14 rebounds to lead Minnesota. Naz Reid finished with 18 points and nine rebounds off the bench, and Jaden McDaniels scored 17.

Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu said he and his teammates let the Spurs dictate the tempo too much on offense.

"I don't think our point-of-attack (defense) was where it needed to be," Dosunmu said. "There were too many times that we made a shot and then they came right back and got a good look. So we've got to do a better job of matching up and do a better job of controlling the point of attack and not letting them just live off attacking us."

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The teams will reconvene in Game 4 on Sunday evening in Minneapolis.

The Timberwolves, who trailed by 15 points in the first quarter, pulled within 106-103 with 3:27 remaining when Reid knocked down a 3-pointer.

On the next possession, Wembanyama drained his third 3-pointer of the evening. Wembanyama and Dylan Harper made two free throws each in the final minute to help seal the victory for the Spurs.

San Antonio led 86-79 at the end of the third quarter.

Emotions spiked in the third quarter after Harper got tangled up with McDaniels and hit his head as he fell to the court. As Harper stayed down, Castle stepped toward McDaniels to start a brief altercation, and officials moved in to calm the tensions.

Castle and McDaniels each received a technical foul. Harper returned to the game.

The score was tied at 51-all at the half.

San Antonio sprinted to an 18-3 lead to start the game thanks in large part to Wembanyama, who scored nine of the Spurs' first 11 points. The Timberwolves struggled to keep pace as they missed their first 13 shots from the field.

Edwards heated up as Minnesota finished the first quarter on a 19-5 run to cut the deficit to one point. The Timberwolves' early comeback culminated with a buzzer-beater from Edwards, who drained a 31-foot shot to pull Minnesota within 23-22.

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Olivia Rodrigo’s Teeny Tiny Micro Minidress Is Lacy Goodness

Olivia Rodrigo’s new photos in a tiny micro minidress perfectly exuded soft, romantic vibes. The “drivers license” hitmaker wore a white dress with delicate lace patterns that added a subtle, feminine charm to the look. She styled the outfit with minimal accessories to let the dress shine.

Olivia Rodrigo’s tiny micro minidress is literally all lace

Take a look atOlivia Rodrigo’s photosin a tiny minidress with lacy details:

Rodrigo fully embraced her soft vibe in the new look in a lace-heavy ensemble. She wore a white micro minidress with layered ruffles that added an ethereal charm to the silhouette. The intricate lace detailing gave the outfit a soft, couture-like finish.

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She paired the dress with knee-high boots, adding a striking contrast to the ensemble. Rodrigo completed the look with stylish black sunglasses. Meanwhile, her relaxed pose further added effortless charm to the look. In the photos, she was surrounded by greenery, which made the scene feel natural and radiant.

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