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Why Kendrick Perkins believes Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is a top-10 player in the NBA
As the Dallas Mavericks continue their impressive start to the 2026-27 NBA season, ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins believes star forward Cooper Flagg has already established himself as one of the league’s 10 best players. Dallas improved to 4-2 Friday night with a 116-111 victory over the previously undefeated Houston Rockets (5-1) in its NBA Cup […] The post Why Kendrick Perkins believes Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is a top-10 player in the NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Mavs Notes: Irving, Flagg, Risacher, Martin, Aldama, Lively
Kyrie Irving drops a season‑high 35 points as Dallas beats the Rockets 101‑96, handing Houston its first loss. Irving and rookie Cooper Flagg combine for 68 points, 15 assists and 13 rebounds, with 27 of those points coming in the fourth quarter. French No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher adds 12 points and defensive spark off the bench, while veteran Caleb Martin fuels a 13‑point fourth‑quarter surge. Coach Dusty May notes Santi Aldama is close to returning from knee surgery and Dereck Lively II remains a bench energizer despite a foot injury. The win marks the Mavs’ third straight victory.
Stephen A. Smith takes Thunder out of title contention after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries
Stephen A. Smith asserts that the Oklahoma City Thunder’s title hopes are shattered after Jalen Williams suffers a season‑ending fibula fracture and dislocated ankle, while rookie Cason Wallace also goes down. Adding to the woes, All‑Star Chet Holmgren is sidelined indefinitely with right‑knee tendinitis, expected to miss 8–10 weeks. Smith notes the injuries make a Western Conference run unlikely, even with Ajay Mitchell’s recent 30‑point burst and Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s play. The Thunder now face the Houston Rockets on Saturday.
Braves Hire Dana Brown For Scouting Advisor Role
The Atlanta Braves have rehired veteran scout Dana Brown as a senior advisor in their amateur scouting department, reuniting him with President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos. Brown, who served as Atlanta’s VP of scouting from 2019‑22 before becoming the Houston Astros’ GM, previously worked with Anthopoulos in Montreal, Washington and Toronto. After the Astros dismissed Brown in August 2026 following a middling 81‑81 season and missed playoffs, he returns to a familiar front office to bring his decades of scouting expertise back to Atlanta.
Adam Koffler's Fantasy Football Starts and Sits: Week 8 Sleepers, Busts
Start 'Em, Sit 'Em for Week 8. This week, we've got four teams on bye (Texans, Saints, Giants, and 49ers). […]
Reed Sheppard gets paid… well, kind of
The Houston Rockets exercised Reed Sheppard’s fourth‑year option, guaranteeing him just over $14 million for the 2027‑28 season. After a shaky rookie year, Sheppard has clawed his way back into the rotation as Fred VanVleet’s backup and now sees most of his snaps off the ball following the addition of VanVleet and free‑agent Marcus Smart. Coach Ime Udoka says Sheppard must improve his pick‑and‑roll game and shooting efficiency, but his versatility as a scorer, playmaker and perimeter defender gives him upside. Minor injuries—a left knee issue on Oct. 23 versus the Spurs and a back strain against Dallas—haven’t been serious, yet they could affect his performance as the Rockets decide his long‑term role.
Ex-GM Dana Brown lands new gig with Braves after Astros exit
The Houston Astros and Dana Brown mutually agreed to part ways during the 2026 MLB season. The decision came during a season that saw Houston win the lackluster American League West despite only earning 81 victories. They were ultimately defeated in the Wild Card round of the postseason. Brown, who was the general manager of […] The post Ex-GM Dana Brown lands new gig with Braves after Astros exit appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Report: Former Astros general manager Dana Brown returns to Braves
Bob Nightengale reports that former Astros GM Dana Brown is rejoining the Atlanta Braves as a senior advisor for amateur scouting. Brown, 59, previously served in the Braves front office from 2019 to early 2023 before leading Houston from January 2023 until a mutual departure in August 2026. This will be his third collaboration with Braves president Alex Anthopoulos, following a stint with the Toronto Blue Jays. The move signals a return to familiar territory for the veteran executive.
Grizzlies leaning into youth, leadership and toughness
The Grizzlies were supposed to be rebuilding this season. Instead, they’re the only undefeated team left in the NBA. So much for that plan. Memphis is 5-0 after Thursday’s 21-point win over the previously unbeaten Trail Blazers. And after the Rockets lost to the Mavericks on Friday, the Grizzlies have the league’s best record all […] The post Grizzlies leaning into youth, leadership and toughness appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Rockets vs. Thunder Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Advantages, X-Factors
The Houston Rockets host the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Toyota Center on Saturday, October 31, at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Giants have a depth question their bye week cannot erase
The Giants’ linebacker depth is in jeopardy after Tremaine Edmunds lands on injured reserve with a season‑ending shoulder injury. Coach Joe Judge has turned to Micah McFadden and rookie Arvell Reese, who showed promise in the 27‑21 overtime win over Houston, but the matchup against Philadelphia and Washington will test whether that duo can handle snap‑calling duties. The article argues the team should first evaluate McFadden and Reese, then consider if backups Jack Kelly or Zaire Barnes can step up before committing to a veteran trade, especially given limited mid‑round picks and a need on the defensive line.
Analyst urges Houston to consider Kyrie Irving trade
After the Houston Rockets’ loss to the Dallas Mavericks in NBA Cup group play on Friday, one analyst believes the Rockets should go all in on trading for Kyrie Irving. The Dallas Mavericks pulled off a clutch-time victory over the Rockets, winning 116-111. Irving finished with 35 points, 9 assists, and 4 rebounds, and knocked […] The post Analyst urges Houston to consider Kyrie Irving trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
‘Itching To Get Back’: Cooper Flagg, Dusty May Credit Dereck Lively II’s Bench Energy In Dallas Mavericks’ Win Over Houston Rockets
Lively remains out after right foot surgery, but May singled out his energy on the bench and Flagg called him one of the loudest voices every night.
‘Fastest Player On The Court’: Kyrie Irving On Zaccharie Risacher After Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets
Risacher had 3 steals and a block off the bench and now has 22 combined steals and blocks, second in the NBA behind Victor Wembanyama.
‘We Needed Him Tonight’: Dallas Mavericks Held Naji Marshall Out vs. Houston Rockets After Illness, Eye Monday Return
Marshall has not practiced since getting sick, and Dusty May said the forward has two days to regain his conditioning before Sacramento visits.
Suns' struggles being made even worse by Kevin Durant and surging Rockets
Kevin Durant and the Rockets look like one of the best teams in the league and have the best offense, compounding the Suns' current misery.
‘Winning Play After Winning Play’: Daniel Gafford Extends Block Streak, Scores 18 As Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets
Gafford became the second Maverick to open a season with six straight multi-block games, joining Shawn Bradley, and went 3-for-3 from the field in the fourth quarter.
How former Cyclones performed in Week 7 of the NFL
Eight former Iowa State Cyclones saw action in Week 7 of the NFL, combining for 368 snaps across offense, defense and special teams. Notable performances include Xavier Hutchinson (Texans) with a TD catch, 17 receiving yards and three kickoff returns in the Giants’ 27‑21 OT loss, and Brock Purdy (49ers) throwing 27‑40 for 288 yards, one TD and two picks in a 29‑20 defeat to Atlanta. Darien Porter (Raiders) logged seven tackles on defense, while Domonique Orange (Vikings) started on the line in a 16‑10 win over Indianapolis. Injuries sidelined Breece Hall, Jake Hummel, David Montgomery, Jaylin Noel and Kene Nwangwu.
‘Beautiful To Watch’: Kyrie Irving On Closing Alongside Cooper Flagg In Dallas Mavericks’ Win Over Houston Rockets
Irving and Flagg combined for 68 points, 27 of them in the fourth quarter, giving Dallas two 30-point scorers in one game for the first time since February.
‘Get To My Spots’: Cooper Flagg Scores 33 In 75th Game As Dallas Mavericks Hand Houston Rockets First Loss
Flagg's 1,607 points through 75 games trail only Luka Dončić in franchise history, and his late jumper put Dallas up four with 24.3 seconds left.
‘It Was Incredibly Special’: Kyrie Irving Scores 26 Of 35 After Halftime As Dallas Mavericks Beat Houston Rockets
Irving played 34:53 after averaging 27 minutes through four games, and he pushed his career-best free-throw streak to 55 straight makes.
Weekend Musings: Mid-term report for the Houston Texans
The Houston Texans' once‑promising 2026 campaign has nosedived to a 2‑5 record, including an alarming 0‑4 home streak. Quarterback C.J. Stroud remains the offensive bright spot, ranking 5th in league passing yards with only three turnovers, while receivers Nico Collins and the injured Jaylin Noel have struggled to spark scoring. The rebuilt running game is sputtering—David Montgomery has managed just three touchdowns and the backfield rarely exceeds 80 rushing yards per game, hampered by poor run‑blocking from guards like Wyatt Teller. Defensively, the unit falls from its 2025 top‑tier status, slipping to 27th in pass yards allowed and second‑worst in explosive plays. Coaching criticism mounts as penalties and coverage miscues persist.
Astros hire former Ranger as g.m.
The Houston Astros have named former Texas Ranger pitcher Randy Flores as their new general manager, replacing Dana Brown who was dismissed in late August. Flores, 51, pitched briefly for the Rangers in 2002 and later spent a decade with the St. Louis Cardinals before the hire. He was not the Astros' first choice; owner Jim Crane initially pursued Brewers' Matt Kleine, but negotiations fell through. Flores steps into the role amid recent front‑office turbulence, including a past hacking scandal involving the Cardinals and former Astros exec Jeff Luhnow.
NFL trade deadline: Browns’ schedule includes the Colts and 4 other potential sellers
The Browns face a crucial two‑week window before the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 10, with the Colts already sellers and the Titans having moved DT Jeffrey Simmons. Cleveland’s remaining slate includes likely buyers like the Steelers (5‑2) and Giants (4‑2), potential sellers such as the Texans (2‑5) and Raiders (3‑4), and uncertain teams like the Saints and Falcons. The Week 17 matchup against the 2‑5 Colts could yield a low‑level target like Mo Allie‑Cox. The article breaks down which opponents are poised to buy, sell, or sit tight, helping fans gauge the Browns’ trade strategy.
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