The 2025 NFL Draft order is taking shape, with several teams vying for the top pick. The Carolina Panthers' upset win over the Dallas Cowboys has propelled them into a strong position, while other teams like the Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders are also jockeying for position. The draft will feature a mix of free agents and top prospects, with teams looking to address key needs at positions like edge rusher, defensive line, wide receiver, running back, and offensive tackle.
Celtics' Jayson Tatum reflects on being drafted by Boston, reveals Lakers had no interest in selecting him. Tatum's comments highlight the unpredictability of the 2017 NBA Draft.
The Los Angeles Clippers will host the San Antonio Spurs at Intuit Dome on Monday, with tip-off scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. The Spurs are looking to push their record over .500 after a strong performance against the Timberwolves, while the Clippers aim to bounce back from a loss to the Thunder. Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 25 points and eight rebounds in their previous win.
The game is expected to be a closely contested affair, with both teams possessing strong rebounding capabilities. The Clippers have averaged 48.3 rebounds per game this season, while the Spurs have managed 48. Los Angeles is favored to win by 4.5 points, but the Spurs are looking to flip the script after their previous defeat.
The NFL Week 9 grades are in, with the Kansas City Chiefs earning a high mark for their wild Monday night win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys received a disappointing "D" grade after their loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Cowboys' three-game losing streak has seen them struggle on both offense and defense, with concerns surrounding their running back Ezekiel Elliott and quarterback Dak Prescott's hamstring injury. Despite this, the Chiefs' thrilling win showcased their resilience and adaptability.
The Phoenix Suns are set to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA matchup. The Suns, currently on a four-game winning streak, are favored to win with a record of 5-1. Meanwhile, the 76ers have struggled, posting a 1-4 record. Devin Booker has been a standout player for the Suns, recording multiple 30-point games in recent matches.
The Kansas City Chiefs have extended their winning streak to 14 games after a thrilling overtime victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Patrick Mahomes led the team with 291 passing yards and three touchdowns, including a game-winning score by Kareem Hunt in OT. The Bucs' Baker Mayfield had a strong performance as well, throwing for 200 yards and two TDs. Despite an injury scare, Mahomes was able to return and lead his team to victory.
The San Francisco 49ers have recharged after their bye week, but where do they sit in the NFL power rankings? According to the latest rankings, the team is still struggling with a 2-7 record. However, quarterback Bryce Young has shown promise in his last two starts, delivering clutch performances. Meanwhile, other teams like the New Orleans Saints, Miami Dolphins, and Dallas Cowboys are facing difficulties and may need to book their offseason flights to Cancún.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl-power-rankings-where-recharged-041626447.html
Atlanta Braves' setup reliever Joe Jimenez is expected to miss 8-12 months after undergoing left knee surgery. The injury creates an offseason need for a reliever, with the team exploring internal and external options.
The Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers are set to face off on Monday night at American Airlines Center. The Pacers, currently 2-4, aim to bounce back from a loss against the Pelicans, while the Mavericks look to build on their 4-2 record with another win. Both teams will be looking for improvement in the second half of the game, which proved challenging for the Pacers in their previous match.
The Mavericks, led by Luka Doncic's dominant performance against the Magic, are favored to win by five points. However, the Pacers have won six out of their last 10 games against Dallas, making this matchup an intriguing one. Fans can catch the game on TV or live stream it online.
The Oregon Ducks and UC Riverside Highlanders are set to face off in a college basketball matchup. The game is scheduled to tip off at 10:30 p.m. ET on Monday at Matthew Knight Arena. With the Ducks leading by 15 points after one quarter, they're looking to start their season with a win. Meanwhile, UC Riverside aims to bounce back from last year's 15-17 record.
Oregon finished last season with a 20-11 record and is hoping to build on that momentum this year. The Ducks have a history of success against the Highlanders, winning both meetings in the past three years. However, UC Riverside has shown improvement in rebounding, averaging only 9.7 turnovers per game compared to Oregon's 10.5.
The odds favor the Ducks, with a 16.5-point spread. The over/under is set at 145 points. For fans of college basketball, this matchup promises an exciting contest between two teams looking to make their mark on the season.
Get ready for some college hoops action! UCLA Bruins are taking on Rider Broncs in a matchup that could see the Bruins start their season with a win. After one quarter, UCLA leads 41-23, putting them in a strong position to take the game. The game is being played at Pauley Pavilion and can be streamed live or watched on TV.
Chiefs' QB Patrick Mahomes suffers ankle injury after TD pass vs. Buccaneers, but doesn't miss a snap in overtime win. Despite initial concerns, Mahomes was able to continue playing and led the Chiefs to victory.
The 164th Melbourne Cup has come to a thrilling conclusion, with Knight's Choice emerging victorious in a photo finish. The five-year-old gelding, ridden by Irish-born jockey Robbie Dolan, claimed the win ahead of Warp Speed and Okita Soushi. This historic victory marks Dolan's first Melbourne Cup win since moving to Australia eight years ago. The event saw a record four female jockeys participate, with Sheila Laxon, co-trainer of Knight's Choice, celebrating her second Melbourne Cup triumph.
The highly anticipated college basketball matchup between No. 8 Baylor and No. 6 Gonzaga is set to take place on Monday, November 4th at the Spokane Arena in Washington. This non-conference showdown marks a rematch of the 2021 national title game, which saw Baylor emerge victorious. Both teams have undergone changes with Baylor adding top-ranked transfers Jeremy Roach and Norchad Omier, as well as five-star guard VJ Edgecombe, while Gonzaga brings back a majority of its core team from last season.
This heavyweight clash promises to be an exciting opening night in college basketball, with the Bulldogs expected to have a home-court advantage given their proximity to Spokane. The x-factor in this game is Edgecombe, who has shown flashes of his potential playing for the Bahamian National Team.
The Phoenix Suns are looking to extend their winning streak against the Philadelphia 76ers in a matchup on Monday. The Suns currently lead the series 8-2 since November 2019 and will be favored to win at Footprint Center with a start time of 10:15 p.m. ET. Devin Booker has been instrumental in Phoenix's success, scoring at least 30 points in three consecutive games.
The Sacramento Kings secured a thrilling 111-110 victory over the Miami Heat, thanks in part to an incredible offensive rebound and putback by Domantas Sabonis. The Kings' clutch player De'Aaron Fox had missed a potential game-winner earlier, but Sabonis's heroics salvaged the win for Sacramento. This marks their first win above .500 this season, with an overall net rating of sixth in the NBA.
Knight's Choice wins Melbourne Cup in dramatic finish, second victory for trainer Sheila Laxon. Irish jockey Robbie Dolan claims first-time win in the event.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/horse-racing/articles/c5yp69g83vgo
The college football season is heating up, and the inaugural College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings are just around the corner. As teams jostle for position, several squads are vying for a spot in the top 16. Alabama leads the pack, followed by SMU, three two-loss SEC teams - LSU, Texas A&M, and Ole Miss - and one-loss Iowa State. The committee will have to navigate these teams' strength of schedule and recent performances to determine the final rankings.
The Phoenix Suns are looking to extend their four-game winning streak against the Philadelphia 76ers. Currently, the Suns lead 28-26 after one quarter. The Suns have won eight of their last 10 games against the 76ers since November 2019. Devin Booker has been a key player for the Suns, posting crazy stat lines and scoring at least 30 points in three consecutive games.
Chiefs' QB Patrick Mahomes suffered an injury scare during Monday's game against the Buccaneers, appearing to injure his left leg after a touchdown pass. Despite initial concerns, he did not miss a snap and continued playing. Mahomes is having a strong night, throwing for two touchdowns on 23 of 29 passing.