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Colorado’s Isaac Wilson connects with Jojo Williams for electrifying touchdown
In a pivotal Week 11 showdown, Colorado snaps a 3‑6 slump with a 42‑32 upset of No. 14 Houston at Folsom Field. Quarterback Isaac Wilson delivers a 53‑yard touchdown pass to JoJo Williams after a blitz, highlighting their season‑long chemistry. Wilson finishes with 217 yards on 17‑of‑25, while Williams adds five catches for 80 yards and the score. The win lifts the Buffaloes to 4‑6 overall (2‑5 Big 12) and keeps bowl hopes alive, as they now must win their final two games against Cincinnati and UCF.
Colorado’s Isaac Wilson connects with Jojo Williams for electrifying touchdown
Colorado snaps a sluggish 3‑6 season with a 42‑32 upset of No. 14 Houston, thanks to a 53‑yard touchdown pass from Isaac Wilson to JoJo Williams in the third quarter. Wilson finishes 17‑of‑25 for 217 yards, while Williams adds five catches for 80 yards and the go‑ahead score. The win lifts the Buffaloes to 4‑6 overall (2‑5 Big 12) and keeps bowl eligibility alive as they gear up for final games against Cincinnati and UCF.
Minnesota moves flight to Saturday morning before Penn State showdown
A nationwide FAA ground stop forces the Minnesota Golden Gophers to delay their charter flight to Penn State. Originally set to leave Minneapolis at 2:40 p.m. CT Friday, the Sun Country plane is grounded for four hours due to a telecom outage, sending the team back to campus. After the order lifts at 7:30 p.m., Minnesota reschedules departure for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, keeping the Week 11 showdown at Beaver Stadium on track for a 6 p.m. CT kickoff on FS1. Both teams sit at 5‑4 overall, with Minnesota 3‑3 in the Big Ten and Penn State 2‑4.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo see glimpse of Heat’s ceiling in NBA Cup win over Cavs
The Miami Heat bounce back with a 133-121 NBA Cup victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, highlighted by a rare 37‑point night from each big man. Giannis Antetokounmpo (15‑of‑20 shooting, nine rebounds) and Bam Adebayo (13‑of‑19 shooting, 14 rebounds) set the tone, emphasizing the physical, aggressive style coach Erik Spoelstra envisions for the team. Adebayo added three assists while the bench spark‑plugged 18 points early. Guard Davion Mitchell contributed 22 points and a career‑high 17 assists, tying the second‑most assists ever by a Heat player. The win marks Miami's sixth success in eight games after an 0‑4 start, signaling the squad’s emerging identity.
Thunder’s Jared McCain shows limitless range with 30-foot buzzer-beater
Jared McCain electrifies the Thunder with a 30-foot buzzer‑beating three to cap the third quarter against the Clippers on Nov. 14, pushing Oklahoma City to an 84-81 lead. Despite his 23 points on 7‑of‑11 threes, the Thunder fall 113-112 after Darius Garland’s and‑1 play and a late foul on McCain. The loss marks the Thunder’s third straight, dropping them to 8-5, while the Clippers improve to 3-8. With key injuries to Ajay Mitchell, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren and Cason Wallace, McCain’s 18.8‑point average and 45.6% three‑point shooting make him a vital offensive option.
Pacers star Kelly Oubre Jr. thanks fans for ‘gnarly’ energy during NBA Cup win over Knicks
The Indiana Pacers edge the defending NBA Cup champion New York Knicks 106-104 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, thanks in part to a roaring home crowd. Kelly Oubre Jr. hails the fans’ "gnarly" energy, calling it the loudest atmosphere he’s seen. Pascal Siakam (19) and Aaron Nesmith (18) lead the scoring, with Oubre adding 16, while all five starters hit double figures. Despite Tyrese Haliburton’s absence, the Pacers hold off a late Knicks surge; Karl‑Anthony Towns misses a buzzer‑beater that could have tied the game. The win lifts Indiana to 5-8 overall and 1-1 in NBA Cup East Group B.
Mark Pope touts ‘fun’ Kentucky after 1-point win over Northern Arizona
Kentucky ekes out a 78-77 win over Northern Arizona at Rupp Arena, with Alex Wilkins sinking a three-pointer with 2.1 seconds left. The No. 24 Wildcats, now 3-1, nearly squandered a 13‑point lead as the winless Lumberjacks fought back, missing key free throws. Malachi Moreno led Kentucky with 14 points, six rebounds, six assists and three blocks; Wilkins and Milan Momcilovic also had 14 each. Coach Mark Pope praised the "fun" and resilient performance, noting the team remains unbeaten at home as they prepare to meet Grambling on Monday.
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama wasn’t surprised by push by Draymond Green
Victor Wembanyama shrugs off Draymond Green’s flagrant push during the Spurs’ 123-85 rout of Golden State on Nov. 14, 2026. Green receives a Flagrant‑1 after his shove sends Wembanyama sliding on the baseline in the second quarter, but the 7‑foot rookie says it’s ‘not surprising.’ The win marks San Antonio’s 11th straight victory, with Wembanyama posting a double‑double of 12 points and 12 rebounds.
Magic’s Sean Sweeney gives Jalen Suggs his flowers after returning from injury
The Orlando Magic snap a home losing streak with a 107-99 win over the Milwaukee Bucks at Kia Center on Nov. 14, 2026, maintaining a three‑game run (5-7). Sixth‑year guard Jalen Suggs returns after eight games on the sidelines, logging 21 minutes off the bench with 3 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists despite shooting 1‑of‑8. Coach Sean Sweeney praises Suggs’ immediate impact on defense, penetration and playmaking, noting the team managed his minutes to ease the knee comeback. Suggs, the 2021 No. 5 pick, has struggled with health, but his presence re‑energizes Orlando as they prepare for a two‑day break before facing Boston.
BYU’s clash with Baylor moved back after travel troubles
Baylor’s trip to Provo for its first meeting with BYU since 2022 is delayed after the FAA’s nationwide ground stop halted the team’s travel. The game, originally set for a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff Saturday, is now pushed to 7 p.m. ET at LaVell Edwards Stadium because Baylor could not leave Waco until the restriction lifted. Sunday isn’t an option due to BYU’s religious policy. The reschedule forces both teams to tweak preparations, with BYU entering the contest at 7‑2 overall and 4‑2 in the Big 12.
This fact will only strengthen Giants legend Buster Posey’s Hall of Fame candidacy
Buster Posey, set to enter the Hall of Fame as part of the 2027 class, bolsters his candidacy with a little‑known fact: his game‑calling helped veteran pitcher Jake Peavy post a 2.17 ERA after a mid‑season trade to the Giants in 2014, directly contributing to San Francisco’s third World Series title in five years. Though Posey’s career totals—158 homers, 729 RBIs, .302 average—aren’t eye‑popping, his leadership behind the plate and impact on pitchers like Peavy underscore his intangible value to the franchise.
Spurs’ Stephon Castle sets new season high in NBA Cup win over Warriors
Stephon Castle erupts for a season‑high 32 points as the San Antonio Spurs crush the Golden State Warriors 123‑85 in NBA Cup action on Friday night. Castle shoots 12‑of‑18, including 5‑of‑8 from three, adds six assists, five rebounds and a +35 rating, propelling the Spurs to an 11‑game winning streak (11‑2 overall). The team opens with an 18‑0 run, leads by 30 at halftime, and benefits from a shorthanded Warriors squad missing Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler III and Moses Moody. Victor Wembanyama records a double‑double, while Keldon Johnson and Harrison Barnes chip in off the bench. The win solidifies San Antonio’s edge in the Western Conference race ahead of a Sunday matchup in Utah.
Last-minute fantasy football streaming options for NFL Week 10: Quarterback
For Week 10 fantasy managers seeking a last‑minute quarterback stream, Drew Lock tops the list with a favorable indoor matchup against the struggling Las Vegas Raiders, offering high TD potential. Geno Smith (NYJ vs. BUF) could see 35+ pass attempts if the Jets fall behind, while Kirk Cousins (MIN @ GB) may rack up volume and touchdowns against a high‑scoring Packers squad. In deeper leagues, Deshaun Watson (CLE vs. HOU) provides upside through his dual‑threat mobility despite a tough Texans defense. Each option balances risk and reward, giving managers clear alternatives to standard starters before setting their lineups.
Arizona hands Auburn 1st non-conference loss since 2016
Arizona upends Auburn 80-69 at Neville Arena, ending the Tigers’ 71-game home non‑conference winning streak—the longest in the nation—first set in 2016. Freshman guard Caleb Holt erupts for 24 points and nine rebounds, while Motiejus Krivas records a double‑double (16/12) and Ivan Kharchenkov adds 19. The Wildcats dominate the glass 52-36 and shoot 18‑of‑22 from the line, holding Auburn to just 34.8% shooting. Auburn’s Thomas Dowd leads with 15 points and four threes, but the loss drops the Tigers to 2-1 as Arizona improves to 3-1 and prepares to host No. 4 UConn.
Rockets’ Alperen Sengun sets new season-high in massive NBA Cup win over Jazz
Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun erupts for a season‑high 43 points in the Rockets’ 125‑118 NBA Cup win over the Utah Jazz on Friday, Nov. 14, 2026. He adds 12 rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block while shooting 17‑of‑24 from the floor and 8‑of‑12 at the line. The performance follows a near triple‑double (19‑13‑9) against Golden State and highlights Sengun’s 21.1‑point season average, underscoring his growing offensive dominance as Houston rides a streak of wins over Denver, Golden State and Utah.
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama shows off insane skill set vs. Warriors in NBA Cup
Victor Wembanyama dazzles the Spurs in the NBA Cup showdown with Golden State, turning a third‑quarter turnover into a highlight‑reel transition that ends with a reverse dunk to Stephon Castle. The 22‑year‑old All‑Star, now averaging 30.3 points, 11.7 rebounds, 2.8 assists and a league‑leading 4.4 blocks, piles up 12 points, 12 boards, six assists and two blocks as San Antonio builds a fourth‑quarter lead. Still a favorite for MVP after a Finals loss to the Knicks, Wembanyama’s blend of size, skill and work ethic cements his status as a generational talent.
Pacers’ Rick Carlisle proud his ‘underdog’ squad took down Knicks
Rick Carlisle celebrates Indiana’s 106-104 upset of defending champion New York Knicks on Nov. 14, 2026, calling his squad an “underdog” that fought hard despite missing star Tyrese Haliburton. Pascal Siakam led with 19 points, followed by Aaron Nesmith (18), Kelly Oubre Jr. (16), and double‑digit contributions from Andrew Nembhard and Ivica Zubac. The win moves the Pacers to a 5-8 record, 10th in the Eastern Conference, and sets up a road game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Nov. 15.
Utah clash with Arizona moved back 3 hours after canceling Friday’s flight
Utah’s unbeaten run faces a new hurdle after a nationwide FAA ground stop cancels its Friday flight to Tucson, pushing the No. 2 Utes’ game against No. 23 Arizona back three hours to a 10:30 p.m. ET kickoff on Saturday. The team now departs Salt Lake City at 10:50 a.m. on game day, leaving minimal prep time before facing the Wildcats, who sit at 7‑2 and are led by quarterback Noah Fifita. Utah is 9‑0 after a 28‑20 win over BYU, while Arizona enjoys home‑field advantage. Other programs, like BYU, also reshuffled schedules due to the travel disruption.
Auburn’s clash with Mississippi State gets new start time after FAA stoppage
A nationwide FAA ground stop on Friday forced Auburn to abandon its flight and travel by bus to Mississippi, prompting the SEC to shift the Auburn‑Mississippi State game to a 3:15 p.m. CT kickoff Saturday at Davis Wade Stadium. The original 11 a.m. start and ESPN2 broadcast are now uncertain, with stadium gates opening at 1:15 p.m. and discounted "Dawg Deals" concessions until 2:45 p.m. Auburn (5‑4, 3‑4 SEC) seeks bowl eligibility after beating Arkansas, while Mississippi State (4‑5, 2‑5 SEC) aims to snap a five‑game skid under Jeff Lebby. The matchup is the teams' first since 2023.
Norman Powell reveals how Bulls overcame Hawks for OT win
Norman Powell says the Bulls' overtime win over the Hawks on Nov. 14 was fueled by laser‑focused effort. Powell leads with a game‑high 33 points (12‑for‑19 FG, 4‑for‑8 3‑pt) as Chicago snaps an eight‑game skid, beating Atlanta 125‑117. Josh Giddey dishes out a triple‑double, Jalen Smith and Isaac Okoro add 15 each, and Patrick Williams contributes 13 off the bench. Despite losing Caleb Wilson to a broken hand and Smith exiting with a hand injury in OT, the Bulls improve to 2‑9 before a road swing. Upcoming games include trips to Minnesota, Cleveland and Brooklyn.
UCLA QB Ty Dieffenbach exits Illinois clash with shoulder injury, Madden Iamaleava takes over
UCLA stays unbeaten at 9‑0 but loses its third‑string quarterback when Ty Dieffenbach limps off with a left‑shoulder injury during the Illinois game, just before halftime while UCLA leads 10‑0. The Bruins had already been shorthanded after starter Nico Iamaleava suffered a season‑ending knee injury last month; now sophomore Madden Iamaleava steps in for the second half. Dieffenbach entered the matchup with a 57.8% completion rate, 986 yards, six TDs and two picks, and had recently erupted for 303 yards and three scores against Minnesota. The severity of the shoulder problem could further jeopardize UCLA’s CFP hopes as the defense carries the team.
Heat star duo Bam Adebayo, Giannis Antetokounmpo set new season-high scoring marks vs. Cavs
The Miami Heat snap their 0-4 start with a 133-121 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, fuelled by a historic duo performance. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo each drop season‑high 37 points, becoming only the second Heat pair to post 35 + points each in a game. Adebayo adds 14 rebounds, while Giannis goes 15‑for‑20 and nets nine boards. Guard Davion Mitchell records a career‑high 17 assists and 22 points. Miami improves to 2‑0 in NBA Cup play and sits at .500 after three straight victories.
Thunder’s Isaiah Hartenstein, Nikola Topic connect for textbook alley-oop dunk vs. Clippers
In a Friday night clash at the Intuit Dome, Oklahoma City rookie Nikola Topic debuted with a textbook alley‑oop to Isaiah Hartenstein, who slams the dunk despite the Thunder’s two‑game skid. Topic, the No. 12 pick in 2024 who missed his rookie season with an ACL tear and battled testicular cancer last year, delivered the perfect lob in the first quarter. Hartenstein, holding steady at 8.0 points, 10.1 rebounds and 3.7 assists, continues to fill Chet Holmgren’s void. With injuries sidelining Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace and Ajay Mitchell, the Thunder lean on a next‑man‑up mindset to spark a comeback against the Clippers.
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama somehow hits a reverse slam through contact
Victor Wembanyama electrifies the Spurs with a reverse dunk amid contact during the NBA Cup showdown versus the Stephen Curry‑less Golden State Warriors on Nov. 14, 2026. San Antonio jumps to an 18‑0 lead and rides a 123‑85 blowout, boosting its 11‑2 record and Western Conference lead. Wembanyama finishes with 12 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and a steal, while Stephon Castle drops 32 points. The highlight reel slam underscores Wembanyama’s ascent as a young superstar after last season’s Finals run. The Spurs now head to Utah for their next game on Nov. 15.
Cardinals’ biggest mistake at 2026 NFL Trade Deadline
The Arizona Cardinals missed a crucial chance to accelerate their rebuild at the 2026 trade deadline, opting to keep veterans safety Budda Baker and edge rusher Isaiah Sweat despite a 3‑6 record and mounting injuries. After trading Marvin Harrison Jr. and Jacoby Brissett for 2027‑2028 draft picks, General Manager Monti Ossenfort ignored a strong Bills offer for Baker and potential suitors for Sweat, leaving the team with limited draft capital while quarterback Carson Beck develops and the defense concedes 28.3 points per game. The article argues that holding onto sentimentally valued players instead of capitalizing on Day‑2 deals could be the Cardinals’ biggest mistake of the season.
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