The Warriors enter Game 4 against the Nikola Jokić-led Nuggets with Steph Curry and Draymond Green finally cleared from the injury list after missing the loss to Phoenix. Kristaps Porziņģis remains out with no update, while Jimmy Butler III and Moses Moody stay sidelined for months. Denver lists Julian Strawther (knee), Spencer Jones (hamstrings) and Alpha Diallo (wrist/personal) as out, and Cameron Johnson is doubtful with an ankle sprain. The matchup tips off at 7 p.m. PT on NBC Sports Bay Area.
The Warriors head to Denver’s Ball Arena on Monday, Oct. 26, at 10 p.m. ET for a must‑see clash against the Nuggets. Both teams arrive with star power—Stephen Curry and Draymond Green return for Golden State, which sits 0‑3 after a 131‑122 loss to Phoenix, while Nikola Jokic leads Denver’s 1‑1 squad after a 141‑135 OT win over New Orleans, highlighted by Jamal Murray’s 42 points and Jokic’s 35‑point triple‑double. The game airs on NBC Sports Network and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). It’s a pivotal showdown as the Warriors fight to avoid an 0‑4 start.
49ers 49ers LB Fred Warner, HC Kyle Shanahan, and TE George Kittle commented on the team’s first loss of the season to the Falcons on Sunday. “Unfortunately, we’re not going undefeated this year. It’s not just about winning. I’ve said we have to continue to get better as a team. I feel like today we […]
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A massive double injury blow for the Oklahoma City Thunder makes the Golden State Warriors' underwhelming offseason look even worse.
The Seattle Seahawks break their losing streak with a dominant 20-3 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs at Lumen Field, keeping their NFC West hopes alive. Sam Darnold connects with Jaxon Smith‑Njigba for a 33‑yard TD and later a 10‑yard strike to Emanuel Wilson, who caps the scoring. Kansas City struggles as Patrick Mahomes is pressured, forced into a fumble and two missed field goals by Harrison Butker. The loss drops the Chiefs to 4-3 after a 5‑0 start, exposing defensive gaps and a muted Kenneth Walker III. Meanwhile, the 49ers flounder in an upset loss to the Atlanta Falcons, fueling a bonus “enemy reaction” segment.
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season the North dominates, with every team in both the NFC and AFC North holding winning records. The unbeaten Minnesota Vikings sit atop the pack at 6-0, the only perfect team after the Chiefs, 49ers and others fall. AFC North leader Cleveland (5-2) under new coach Todd Monken adds heat, while the NFC North’s Lions, Bears, Packers and Vikings all remain competitive. Minnesota now faces a tough stretch – a road game at Detroit, then home versus Buffalo and away trips to Green Bay and San Francisco – and will likely emerge around 8-2. Their surge hinges on Brian Flores’ defense compensating for an inconsistent offense.
The 49ers didn't get much from Brandin Cooks in their loss to the Falcons, and with reinforcements coming back, he may soon be gone.
The 2020 World Series opens with back‑to‑back one‑run games for the first time since 2010, as the Tampa Bay Rays take a 2-0 lead over the Milwaukee Brewers. Game 1 saw Texas edge St. Louis 3‑2, and the Cardinals returned the favor 2‑1 in Game 2. The last series with consecutive one‑run openings was in 2000, when the Yankees swept the Mets. Only four champions have ever won all four games by a single run—Boston (1915, 1918), the 1972 A’s, and the 1992 Blue Jays. Tonight’s matchup, a must‑win for the Rays, kicks off at 5 p.m. on FOX.
The Sacramento Kings say forward Keegan Murray will be reassessed in 10‑14 days after being diagnosed with left ankle capsulitis, which sidelined him against Memphis following soreness in the Portland loss. Second‑year centers Maxime Raynaud (right patellar subluxation) and Dylan Cardwell (left calf strain) also remain out, with Raynaud’s next check in two weeks and Cardwell’s in about a week. Both injuries stem from preseason games (Raynaud on Oct. 10 vs. Golden State, Cardwell on Oct. 8 at the Lakers), opening up minutes for De’Andre Hunter, Precious Achiuwa and Jonathan Mogbo.
The 49ers are weighing potential trades ahead of the NFL deadline. Kyle Shanahan discusses the team's plans and how returning players could shape its approach.
NFL observers seem to suggest the San Francisco 49ers need to pursue Maxx Crosby. And the Bears have been mentioned as a team that could use Khalil Mack. Both teams are targeting defensive line help at the trade deadline, including some surprises, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. “I think we’re headed […]
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Coach Kyle Shanahan’s San Francisco 49ers are getting a bye week at the perfect time amid a sea of injuries that cost them their perfect record in a Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, which included a Christian McCaffrey injury scare. Blame was assigned for the 49ers’ loss, including to QB Brock Purdy who […]
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The 49ers haven't discussed working out kickers despite Eddy Piñeiro's seven missed kicks this season. Kyle Shanahan explains the team's current plans.
McCovey Chronicles ranks the 2026 Giants' pitching saga as the fifth top story of the year, dissecting why their offseason haul—Tyler Mahler, Adrian Houser, plus relievers Sam Hentges, Jason Foley, Reiver Sanmartín, Caleb Kilian, Rowan Wick and Ryan Borucki—failed to deliver. Expected to add roughly 4 WAR, the group produced barely 2 WAR, leaving San Francisco’s staff at a disappointing 9.8 fWAR. Injuries to Logan Webb and under‑performance from Ryan Walker compounded the collapse. The piece cites Buster Posey’s remarks on rebuilding the rotation “from first principles” and contrasts the Giants’ approach with league trends toward higher velocity pitchers like Carlos Rodón and Blake Snell. The article blends statistical analysis with front‑office insight, questioning the wisdom of the Giants’ pitching strategy.
The Warriors face a sudden void at center as Kristaps Porzingis battles a severe autoimmune flare and may retire, prompting a trade push to shed his $20 million deal. Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley proposes sending Porzingis, Moses Moody, a 2028 first‑rounder and a 2031 first‑round swap to the Bucks for Myles Turner and guard Ryan Rollins. Turner, a 30‑year‑old rim protector with proven playoff experience, would give Golden State the defensive anchor and floor‑spacing they need, while Rollins adds 17 ppg and 40% three‑point shooting. The Bucks would clear $83 million in cap space and acquire future assets, making the swap a win‑win on paper.
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says running back Christian McCaffrey’s mild hamstring strain, suffered in Week 7, is unlikely to keep him out beyond the upcoming bye week. While he won’t guarantee a return, Shanahan notes a long list of injured players—including WRs Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel, DE Nick Bosa, and LB Garret Wallow—could also be ready after the break. The potential roster shake‑up may reshape the 49ers’ receiving corps against the Raiders, with questions about depth at the defensive line and safety positions as well.
One month into the 2026-27 NHL season, the Calgary Flames emerge as the Pacific Division’s only team winning both of its recent games, riding a three‑game streak highlighted by Devin Cooley’s strong outings. While the Ducks, Sharks, and Canucks sit on the playoff bubble or in a losing streak, the Kraken sit surprisingly third at 7‑4‑1. The Oilers, Kings, and Golden Knights remain in contention, but the Flames’ 2‑1 win over Minnesota and 4‑1 triumph over Detroit put them hot heading into a home finale versus Toronto and the first Battle of Alberta on the road. Upcoming matchups this week could reshape the early playoff picture.
Michael Penix Jr. earned significant praise from Jessie Bates III after balling out in the Atlanta Falcons’ 29-20 upset win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday afternoon. Penix has brought stability to the Falcons in his return from injury, helping the team bounce back from a poor 0-2 start. They have since won three […]
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According to 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan, RB Christian McCaffrey suffered a mild hamstring strain and the team is optimistic that he’ll be able to return following the bye week, via Matt Maiocco. McCaffrey, 30, is a former first-round pick of the Panthers back in 2017. He was entering the final year of his four-year, $17.224 […]
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The 49ers receive encouraging injury news as Christian McCaffrey, Nick Bosa and several other players target returns following the bye week ahead of Week 9.
Commanders Commanders HC Dan Quinn admitted DT Javon Kinlaw is “not trending as fast as we had hoped” after his knee injury. (Nicki Jhabvala) Quinn said QB Marcus Mariota, WR Treylon Burks, and DL Charles Omenihu are returning to practice. (Jhabvala) NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport feels Washington’s Week 6 performance against the 49ers bought Quinn some job security, […]
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The San Francisco 49ers need help at wide receiver and it does not seem like Brandin Cooks is part of the equation going forward.
The Warriors head to Denver on Oct. 26 for Game 4 against the Nuggets, tipping off at 7 p.m. PT on Peacock. After starting 0‑3, including a 131‑122 loss to Phoenix despite a 51‑point effort from rookie Yaxel Lendeborg and De’Anthony Melton, Golden State hopes to snap the streak with the return of Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Al Horford and Brandin Podziemski. Nuggets, led by MVP Nikola Jokic, will field Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. Key storylines: Curry’s bounce‑back after a quiet fourth quarter vs. Memphis and the Warriors’ need for a win to break their winless start.
The Sports Equinox 2026 erupts on Monday, Oct. 26, featuring five major leagues in one night. Highlights include the Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, MLB World Series Game 3 (Milwaukee Brewers at Tampa Bay Rays), and WNBA Finals Game 5 (Atlanta Dream at Golden State Valkyries). Nine NBA games—such as Stephen Curry’s Warriors at Nikola Jokic’s Nuggets—plus three NHL matchups round out the slate. Games start at 7 p.m. ET across ABC, ESPN, FOX, NBA TV, NHL Network and more. Free trials from Fubo and DIRECTV let new users stream many of these events without a cable subscription, though some matchups require additional or regional subscriptions. This guide lists times, channels, and streaming options for fans looking to catch the massive multi‑sport lineup.
The 49ers fell 29-20 to the Atlanta Falcons on Oct. 26, 2026, and fans are fuming over what they see as inconsistent officiating. While key mistakes—Osa Odighizuwa’s fourth‑down penalty and Kaelon Black’s fumble—cost the game, many point to a disputed interception by Falcons safety Jessie Bates III versus a nullified Jordan Watkins touchdown. Critics argue the catch rule was applied unevenly, and they also highlight a rare double‑penalty where the 49ers were denied a substitution while the Falcons refreshed their lineup. The post breaks down the plays and asks whether the calls truly swung the outcome.