Former Guardians catcher Bo Naylor testifies in the federal trial of Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, saying the contested pitches were ordinary sliders called in the normal game plan. Naylor, who caught Ortiz for most of his starts and was behind the plate for seven of the 18 alleged rigged pitches, argues the throws were “low and away” as scouting reports suggested, not intentional balls for bettors. Prosecutors claim the pitchers manipulated 20 pitches from May 2023 to May 2025, netting gamblers $460,000, and face up to 65 years in combined wire‑fraud, bribery and money‑laundering charges. The defense also calls Austin Hedges and Mike Zunino, while the government presents betting‑tip testimony and geolocation data.
Tyrese Maxey joins LeBron James at the scorer’s table in Cleveland, humorously mimicking James’s famous chalk‑toss celebration before the 76ers‑Cavaliers showdown on Nov. 7, 2026. The Sixers, 8‑1 and riding Stephen A. Smith’s Finals hype, fall behind 33‑22 after the first quarter as James and Maxy combine for just eight points, while Donovan “Spyda” Mitchell scores 10 for the Cavs. The chalk toss, dating back to James’s 2003 rookie season, underscores a growing bond between the two stars as Philadelphia eyes a championship run.
Deion Sanders’ son Shilo, who is juggling an $11.89 million bankruptcy case, rants about New York’s sky‑high rent in a new YouTube video. While hunting apartments, he says even $12,000 a month for a cramped unit is "outrageous," recalling similar price shocks in Miami and West Palm Beach. His brother, Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur, has offered to cover any down payment, but the rent remains prohibitive. Shilo, now focused on fashion, modeling and content creation, hopes the city’s media scene will help fund his rent, yet he vows to avoid apartments over $9,000 a month. The bankruptcy trial, overseen by Judge Michael Romero, still awaits a verdict.
The Cleveland Browns hosted workouts for five free agents on Friday, including RBs Ulysses Bentley and Elijah Tau‑Tolliver, and DBs Austin Brown, Darren Hall and Jerrick Reed. Hall, a former San Diego State starter and 2020 first‑team All‑MWC, has bounced between practice squads and brief stints with the Falcons, Colts, Cardinals and Commanders, most recently logging 21 tackles in 13 games for Arizona in 2025. The Browns are evaluating these players as they look to bolster depth amid the 2026 season.
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Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson says he isn’t worried about Donovan Mitchell’s lower shot volume this season—four fewer attempts per game—because the focus is on making teammates better. Mitchell still shoots efficiently, posting a 57.4% effective field‑goal rate (85th percentile) and 1.24 points per attempt (88th percentile). Atkinson points to recent games, like his eight‑assist, no‑turnover Game 7 against Detroit and double‑digit assist outings versus Oklahoma City and Washington, as evidence of the new play‑making emphasis. While Mitchell’s drive frequency and free‑throw attempts have dipped, Atkinson trusts his scoring talent and believes the Cavs will improve if he consistently involves others.
The Cleveland Browns head into Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints with quarterback Shedeur Sanders slated to start, not as a trade bait but as a genuine option. Coach Todd Monken confirms there are no plans to move Sanders before the deadline, despite recent trade rumors and a Skip Bayless spotlight. Sanders, who threw for 1,400 yards, 7 TDs and 10 interceptions in eight games last season, now has a more versatile receiving corps—Harold Fannin Jr. (411 yards) and Denzel Boston (409 yards)—under a passing‑by‑committee scheme averaging 204 yards per game. With DeShaun Watson returning from concussion protocol, the Browns aim to compete against Saints QB Tyler Shough.
Amid a injury‑hit start to the 2026‑27 season, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Ajay Mitchell emerges as the team’s second‑leading scorer behind Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander. Mitchell is posting 17.8 points on 50.5% shooting, plus 4 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.4 steals per game, including a career‑high 30 points in a 125‑114 win over Phoenix. He’s scored 20+ points in four of the last five games, while Gilgeous‑Alexander poured 85 points in back‑to‑back victories versus Cleveland. Coach Mark Daigneault credits Mitchell’s offseason body work and aggressive, mistake‑free mindset for his rapid rise, noting his NBA‑ready talent despite never playing in the G League. The Thunder next face the Memphis Grizzlies in an NBA Cup matchup on Friday.
When: Friday, November 6, 7:30 p.m. ETWhere: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OHWatch: Prime Video, NBC Sports PhiladelphiaRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
The Philadelphia 76ers, sitting 8-1 and atop the early NBA standings, lose backup center Adem Bona to a cervical spine sprain ahead of Friday's NBA Cup East Group B matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Bona, who has contributed 3.9 rebounds and a block per game in 14.2 minutes, misses his first contest of the season, leaving coach Nick Nurse to rely even more on star Joel Embiid. The injury raises questions about the Sixers' depth as they aim to maintain their hot start.
The Cleveland Browns have "no plans" to move quarterback Shedeur Sanders ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
The Philadelphia 76ers headline Thursday night’s NBA Cup group‑stage showdown against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 PM ET. The game streams live on Prime Video (free trial available). Philadelphia, fresh off a 112‑106 win over Detroit with 30 points from Jaylen Brown and 26 from Joel Embiid, aims for a second straight victory after previously beating Cleveland 114‑106 on Oct. 22. Cleveland will rely on Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen to even the series.
The Philadelphia 76ers list forward Adem Bona as doubtful for Saturday’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers after sustaining a cervical spine sprain from a head collision with Ausar Thompson in Detroit. The injury report also notes Dominick Barlow is out with a back issue, though his specialist visit was positive. If Bona sits, backup Jabari Walker could see limited minutes against a Cavaliers frontcourt missing Jarrett Allen (knee contusion) and Peyton Watson (hamstring). The Sixers’ other starters remain healthy for the matchup.
LeBron James and the 76ers visit Cleveland for an NBA Cup showdown that could send the struggling Cavaliers below .500 and deepen their early-season crisis.
Week 9’s Browns‑Saints clash arrives with lingering injury questions. Cleveland lists QB Deshaun Watson as “questionable” after a concussion, while rookie Shedeur Sanders is slated to start; Watson could clear protocol Saturday and serve as Sanders’ backup. Defensive tackle Maliek Collins is out with an elbow injury. New Orleans wrestles its own concerns: OT Kelvin Banks Jr., WR Jordyn Tyson, and CB Martin Emerson are all listed as questionable, and RB CJ Donaldson remains out with a shoulder concussion. Both teams hope the cleared players return, making the matchup’s health slate a key storyline.
Welcome to Week 2 of the NBA Cup, which will see the league-best Philadelphia 76ers take on the Cleveland Cavaliers Friday night at Rocket Arena. The Group B showdown will go a long way toward determining who advances to the knockout stage.
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Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders skips questions about his recent agent hire as he gears up for his first start of the season. With Deshaun Watson on concussion protocol, Sanders— a fifth‑round pick (144th overall) who went 3‑4 with 1,400 yards, seven TDs and 10 INTs last year—took first‑team reps Wednesday and said he’s only focused on the upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints. The 24‑year‑old will debut in Week 9, offering a chance to cement the backup role if Watson remains sidelined.
The Cleveland Guardians have reclaimed former infielder Jose Tena, claiming him off waivers from the Washington Nationals on November 2. Tena, 25, spent the last two½ seasons with Washington after Cleveland traded him to the Nats in 2024 for Lane Thomas. He logged a career‑high 114 games last year, posting a .222 average, seven homers and 25 RBIs while covering second, third and the outfield. The move adds depth to an in‑field already anchored by Jose Ramirez and Travis Bazzana as the Guardians plot their 2027 roster after a 4‑2 ALCS loss to the Rays.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, The Game Haus outlines offensive players likely to move. Veteran RB Jonathan Taylor (Colts) could be a rebuild-friendly upgrade for the Broncos or Vikings, while Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. remains a buy‑low option for the Chiefs or 49ers. TE Dallas Goedert (Eagles) may be sold as a free agent, attracting interest from the Buccaneers or Seahawks. Colts WR Josh Downs, who publicly requested a trade, fits the Bills or Giants. OT Austin Jackson (Dolphins) and Browns’ Dawand Jones—both on expiring or cheap contracts—are potential targets for the Packers, Bengals, Texans or Panthers. The piece spotlights each player’s contract situation, performance, and best‑fit teams ahead of the deadline.
Future Hall of Famer Travis Kelce hails Steelers tight end Darnell Washington as his new favorite player to watch after Washington’s 58‑yard catch and run against the Cleveland Browns. Kelce praised the tight end’s release, body control and size on the “New Heights” podcast, while quarterback Aaron Rodgers echoed the sentiment, noting Washington’s huge catch radius and natural hands. Washington, now on pace for a breakout season with 254 yards and three TDs on 19 receptions, signed a four‑year, $42 million extension in June. The buzz underscores his rising impact on the Steelers offense.
The Cleveland Cavaliers welcomed franchise legend (and current Philadelphia 76ers forward) LeBron James back to town as the Cavs and Philly get ready to face off on Friday evening in an NBA Cup matchup.
It appears The King can always expect a warm welcome home to Cleveland.
Jarrett Allen is questionable with a knee injury, and the Cavaliers desperately need their starting center against Joel Embiid and the 76ers.
The Browns finish a three‑game road trip on Nov. 6 at the Caesars Superdome, where rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders makes his first start of the season as Deshaun Watson remains in concussion protocol. Cleveland (5‑3) needs a win to stay in the playoff hunt, while the 2‑5 Saints aim to avoid another loss. Key details: kickoff 1 p.m. on CBS, Browns wear white jerseys, injuries include DT Maliek Collins (out) and RB CJ Donaldson (out). The matchup pits Cleveland’s No. 23 run defense against New Orleans’ No. 28 rushing attack, with an over/under of 42.5.