Thursday · November 12, 2026 Vol. I · No. 315
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Steph Curry has an oblique abdominal tear; to be reevaluated in 2 weeks Finland bars Russian athletes from entering country over Ukraine war The amazing disappearing exoplanet Russia Jails Prominent Human Rights Lawyer 12 Years for Treason Days before major winter tournaments, Finland narrows a visa exception for Russian athletes, includ… Current Hungarian cabinet accepting Rosatom’s work on Paks-2 NPP project — company’s CEO Ghana kick-start Afcon 2027 bid despite Ayew penalty miss Why is Kylian Mbappe not playing for France vs Italy in 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Matchday 5? Steph Curry has an oblique abdominal tear; to be reevaluated in 2 weeks Finland bars Russian athletes from entering country over Ukraine war The amazing disappearing exoplanet Russia Jails Prominent Human Rights Lawyer 12 Years for Treason Days before major winter tournaments, Finland narrows a visa exception for Russian athletes, includ… Current Hungarian cabinet accepting Rosatom’s work on Paks-2 NPP project — company’s CEO Ghana kick-start Afcon 2027 bid despite Ayew penalty miss Why is Kylian Mbappe not playing for France vs Italy in 2026-27 UEFA Nations League Matchday 5?

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Cavaliers Notes: Altman, Watson, Atkinson, Proctor, Hezonja

LeBron James’ decision to sign with Philadelphia prevented Koby Altman from landing his top offseason target, but the Cavaliers’ president of basketball operations believes he sti…

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Buddy Hield Traded to Bulls for Rob Dillingham

NBA forward Buddy Hield has been traded once again. ESPN’s Shams Charania is reporting that the 10-year veteran is headed to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for guard Rob Dillingham…

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Rob Pelinka says front office has had meetings with Bob Iger, Josh Kushner

For the second Media Day in a row, the Lakers are in the middle of a franchise sale that has left some things uncertain. They spent most of the last year “Dodgerizing” the franchi…

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Bulls-Hornets trade: Chicago adds shooting in Buddy Hield as Charlotte takes flier on Rob Dillingham

Hield has been traded twice this offseason while Dillingham, the No. 8 pick in 2024, is on to his third team

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Giants sign insurance QB after season-ending Jaxson Dart injury

A season that was once so full of hope for the New York Giants has now become a guessing game.

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Bulls Trading Rob Dillingham To Hornets For Buddy Hield

The Bulls will acquire Buddy Hield and cash from the Hornets in exchange for Rob Dillingham, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). It’s the second trade of the week f…

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Final Four Matchup 2: Is Kissing Better than Beer?

The Blazer’s Edge Best Things Ever Tournament has reached the second matchup of the Final Four. We began weeks ago with 64 good things in life, organized into a March Madness brac…

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Final Four Matchup 1: Dolly Parton or the Coast in Best Things Ever?

The Blazer’s Edge Best Things Ever Tournament has an official Final Four! For the last few weeks we’ve been narrowing down 64 good things in life, organized randomly and pitted ag…

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Rockets Notes: Sengun, Thompson, Adams, Udoka

Rockets center Alperen Sengun has been an All-Star the past two years, but his below-average three-point shooting remains an obvious weakness in an era of stretch fives. Sengun, w…

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LeBron James, Rob Pelinka closed the book on an era of Lakers basketball

While the message of President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick’s press conference on Thursday was one of excitement for the future, it started out wi…

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Bears reveal Caleb Williams' official status for 'Monday Night Football'

Chicago Bears fans feared the worst last Sunday when Caleb Williams was screaming in pain on the field. 

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What are Realistic Expectations for Ja Morant in Portland?

The only tangible, rotation-changing addition the Portland Trail Blazers front office made this summer was adding Ja Morant. For the price of Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, General…

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Boston Celtics Daily Links 9/26/26

Globe Former Celtics guard Marcus Smart set to bring experience and defensive grit to Ime Udoka’s Rockets CelticsBlog There are 8 players better than Jayson Tatum? No chance. NESN…

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Player Preview: Dillon Brooks can have a better season by scoring fewer points

Every day, we’ll take a closer look at another member of the 2026-27 Phoenix Suns, examining what they bring to the roster and what their role could mean for the season ahead as w…

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Grizzlies Make Several Roster Moves; Bulls Add Sutton

Former lottery pick Kira Lewis Jr. is the latest roster addition for the Grizzlies, who have made several changes to their 21st spot on Saturday (All Twitter links). Brendan Hause…

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Mavericks Notes: Biberovic, Risacher, Aldama, De Larrea

Speaking to the media on Friday for the first time since he signed with the Mavericks in July, guard/forward Tarik Biberovic said he’s long wanted to make the move to the NBA, wri…

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Giants' QB search gets huge update from NFL insider

The New York Giants are without their franchise quarterback for the rest of the regular season, as Jaxson Dart is out with a left knee injury that required surgery.

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Knicks’ McBride ‘A Little Disappointed’ By Extension Talks

Knicks guard Miles McBride is entering the final season of his contract, which will pay him a little under $4MM in 2026/27. He’s also eligible for an extension, but it sounds like…

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Hawks announce training camp roster

The Hawks will host their annual preseason media day on Monday, signifying the unofficial end of the offseason and the unofficial start of the 2026-27 season. Atlanta is looking t…

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Seth Lundy (Mavs), Tristen Newton (Kings) Sign Camp Deals

Former second-round pick Seth Lundy has signed a contract with the Mavericks, the team announced in a press release. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who first reported the news (via …

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Saturday Posted & Toasted Notes: KAT talks, falling stars, camp decisions, life choices

Back-to-back daily Notes posts are all you need to know to start believing the season is right around the corner, starting with Monday’s media day. Can’t wait! “I love Brunson’s g…

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The Lakers will have a new defensive identity this season

President of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick spoke at length on several topics at Thursday’s season-opening presser. A central theme was personnel. They…

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The Pindown: Ausar Gets Paid, Duren Standoff Continues

The guys discuss Ausar Thompson’s recent extension and Jalen Duren’s final (maybe?) few days as a restricted free agent. With Media Day on Monday, we’re nearing the end of the JD …

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Timberwolves Announce Updates To Basketball Staff

In addition to confirming the hiring of Daniel Brady as an assistant coach and the promotion of Will Barton to a player development associate after he spent last season as an assi…