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Spurs rout Warriors 123-85 without Curry — 1dThe Warriors were routed 123-85 by the Spurs in their first game without injured Stephen Curry, as rookie Yaxel Lendeborg scored three points on 1-of-13 shooting and said he was deeply shaken by the loss. Golden State will need the rookie and the rest of its rotation to regroup and adjust during Curry’s absence.

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Tom Gallagher The Spurs took full advantage without Curry, Warriors looked completely out of sync on both ends.

Cardinals' Minshew Expected To Undergo Season-Ending Surgery — 10hCardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew is expected to have season-ending surgery for a torn UCL in his throwing elbow. Rookie Carson Beck is set to take over as Arizona’s starter.

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Marcus Bell Beck taking over as rookie starter could work out if the line holds up and gives him some protection early on.

Hornets Rookie Steinbach Sets G League Debut Records — 3dHornets rookie Hannes Steinbach has dominated in the G League, posting historic scoring and rebounding performances for Greensboro after limited NBA minutes. His success has fueled debate over whether Charlotte should give the injury-depleted team’s young players more meaningful NBA playing time.

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Cardinals' Wetherholt Finishes Third in NL Rookie Voting — Nov 8, 2026St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt finished third in National League Rookie of the Year voting, behind winner Sal Stewart and runner-up Carson Benge. Despite a strong rookie season and standout defense, Wetherholt’s result cost the Cardinals an additional first-round draft pick tied to winning the award.

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49ers Rookie Halton Expected to Miss Season — 6d49ers rookie defensive lineman Gracen Halton broke his left ankle late in San Francisco’s 38-17 win over the Raiders and is expected to miss the rest of the 2026 season. Teammates and coaches gathered around him as he was carted off the field.

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Chiefs Monitor Walker Ahead of Falcons Game — 2dChiefs running back Kenneth Walker is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Falcons after missing practice with groin tightness, putting his anticipated rushing duel with Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson in doubt. Coach Andy Reid said the team will assess Walker through Saturday; rookie Emmett Johnson is next in line if Walker cannot play.

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Sam Okafor If Johnson draws the start he needs to show he can handle a full workload without Walker there to spell him.

Reds’ Sal Stewart Wins NL Rookie of Year — 6dCincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart won National League Rookie of the Year after a 32-home-run, 112-RBI season, becoming the ninth Reds player to receive the honor. His power and durability bolstered optimism about the team’s young core, though advanced-metrics analysis highlighted defensive and baserunning weaknesses that temper his all-around value.

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Marcus Bell Stewart's 32 homers and 112 RBIs are a strong start, but the defense and baserunning have to get better for him to be an all-around player.

McGonigle wins AL Rookie, nets Tigers first-round pick — 6dDetroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle won the 2026 American League Rookie of the Year award after a standout debut season, becoming the franchise’s sixth winner. His Opening Day promotion also earns Detroit a supplemental first-round pick in the 2027 draft under MLB’s Prospect Promotion Incentive.

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Tom Gallagher The extra first rounder from his early call up should help the Tigers rebuild faster.

Warriors Rookie Surprises Mother With California Home — Nov 7, 2026Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg surprised his mother, Yissel Raposo, with a California home to help her move from New Jersey, calling the gift a lifelong goal and a way to honor her support. The emotional reveal comes as Lendeborg has made an impressive start to his NBA career.

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Cowboys Place Rookie Lawrence on IR With Ankle Sprain, Activate Liufau — Nov 7, 2026The Dallas Cowboys placed rookie edge rusher Malachi Lawrence on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain, sidelining him for at least four games. Dallas activated linebacker Marist Liufau from injured reserve and elevated receiver Jordan Hudson and tight end James Mitchell ahead of its game against Indianapolis.

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Dana Whitfield Elevating both Hudson and Mitchell shows they want extra options for the Colts game.

Caleb Wilson to Miss Four to Six Weeks After Hand Surgery — 4dKnicks guards Josh Hart and center Karl-Anthony Towns are cleared to face Cleveland after missing time or dealing with soreness. Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson is questionable against San Antonio with right hip soreness, while Norman Powell and Zach Collins are also listed as questionable.

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Dolphins Center Aaron Brewer Ruled Out vs. Colts — 4dDolphins center Aaron Brewer was ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Colts while in concussion protocol, leaving backup Andrew Meyer likely to start. Rookie receiver Chris Bell is also doubtful after aggravating a surgically repaired knee, as Miami prepares to play without its injured starting quarterback.

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Minshew feared to have torn UCL as Cardinals weigh quarterback options — 6dCardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew is feared to have torn the UCL in his throwing elbow and is undergoing further evaluation; surgery could end his season. If he cannot play, rookie Carson Beck is expected to take over as Arizona’s starter.

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Jared Kim Beck needs time to adjust but the Cardinals might as well give him the start if Minshew is done for the year.

Eagles Trade Arnold Ebiketie to Bengals — 5dThe Cincinnati Bengals acquired edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie from the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2027 sixth-round pick, adding rotational depth after an injury to rookie Cashius Howell. Philadelphia, which has lost seven straight and sits at 2-7, continues to trade veterans for draft capital.

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Nicole Hardy Philadelphia is just collecting picks now instead of trying to fix the season, which feels like the right long-term play.

Raiders, Browns, Packers Make Roster MovesSports — 5dThe Green Bay Packers signed rookie tight end Kenny Fletcher Jr. to their practice squad after he went undrafted out of Rutgers and spent time with the Buccaneers and Colts. Fletcher, who switched from defensive end to tight end in college, recorded 46 catches for 373 yards and two touchdowns.

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Packers Williams, Cisse Earn October NFL Honors — Nov 5, 2026Packers safety Evan Williams was named NFC Defensive Player of the Month after recording 41 tackles, two interceptions, a sack and a fumble recovery in October. Rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse earned NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month honors, with 21 tackles, seven passes defended, a sack and an interception as Green Bay went 4-1.

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Cardinals Add Josh Johnson, Joey Aguilar Amid QB Shakeup — 5dThe Cardinals signed veteran quarterback Josh Johnson off the Bengals’ practice squad as Gardner Minshew faces a possible season-ending elbow injury. Johnson is expected to back up rookie Carson Beck, who is set to make his NFL debut against the Rams.

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Sam Okafor Johnson has plenty of experience but I wonder if Aguilar brings anything the team really needs right now.

Etienne Activated, Questionable for Saints-Panthers — 4dSaints running back Travis Etienne returned to practice after a hamstring injury landed him on injured reserve, and New Orleans designated him to return, opening a three-week activation window. His availability for Sunday remains uncertain; with center Erik McCoy sidelined, Cesar Ruiz is set to start at center and rookie Jeremiah Wright at right guard.

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Red Sox, Mets Win Four Gold Gloves — Nov 2, 2026Red Sox and Mets combined for four 2026 Gold Gloves; Abreu won a third straight after 28 Defensive Runs Saved, and Mets rookie McLean became the first rookie pitcher winner.

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Derek Foss McLean's win for the Mets is a nice breakthrough after decades without a pitching Gold Glove.

Harper Leads Spurs to 10th Straight Win — 4dThe Spurs have surged to a 10-game winning streak as rookie guard Dylan Harper thrives in the starting lineup, contributing across the board with standout rim finishing and improving perimeter and mid-range scoring. Julian Champagnie has remained an important contributor off the bench, leading San Antonio in three-point shooting while the team emphasizes defense, physicality and ball movement.

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Jaguars Visit Ravens As Baltimore Starts Rookie At Quarterback — Nov 5, 2026Week 9’s Thursday Night Football matchup features the Baltimore Ravens and Jacksonville Jaguars, with coverage highlighting the game’s broadcast information, lineups and preview.

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Nuggets Beat Grizzlies 123-118 Behind Murray — 5dWashington Wizards rookie Tre Johnson is mired in a severe shooting slump, missing all 13 of his 3-point attempts across two recent losses and shooting just 24.5% from deep this season. Coach Brian Keefe remains confident, but Johnson’s struggles are raising questions about his role as the Wizards also rank near the bottom of the league in 3-point shooting.

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Choi, Katsu share first-round Annika leadSports — 4dThe inaugural 2026 Austin Championship brings 120 players to Omni Barton Creek for a 72-hole PGA Tour event, with a cut after 36 holes and a sudden-death playoff if needed. As the second-to-last FedEx Fall event, it is a key chance for players to move into the top 100 and secure 2027 Tour cards; the field includes recent winner Blades Brown and rookie Jackson Koivun.

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Mahomes Returns After Throwing-Arm Injury Against Jets — Nov 8, 2026Patrick Mahomes hurt his right elbow/forearm after being strip-sacked by Jets rookie David Bailey, but returned late in the first half after testing the arm on the sideline. Chiefs coach Andy Reid called it sore; Mahomes’ throwing ability and the team’s evaluation remain key concerns.

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Jared Kim Bailey's hit looked bad, the team needs to be careful not to rush Mahomes back too soon.