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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 .
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.
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.
Marshall has not practiced since getting sick, and Dusty May said the forward has two days to regain his conditioning before Sacramento visits.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Irving played 34:53 after averaging 27 minutes through four games, and he pushed his career-best free-throw streak to 55 straight makes.
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.
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.
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.
A rare 1965 photo captures future Hall‑of‑Famers Joe Morgan and Nellie Fox visiting Wrigley Field during the Astros' second series there. By cross‑checking uniforms, game logs and Fox’s July 31 release, the post pinpoints the shot to June 28, 1965, when the Cubs beat Houston 7‑2. Morgan homered (1‑for‑4) off Larry Jackson, while Fox singled for starter Dave Giusti, who later excelled with the Pirates. The article details the significance of the Astros’ first season under that name after the Colt .45s rebrand, and notes Morgan’s 1990 Hall of Fame induction and Fox’s 1997 Veterans Committee election.
The Astros have hired Randy Flores as their new general manager, sparking three competing narratives. Supporters tout Flores’s player‑development pedigree—he helped the St. Louis Cardinals rise to the No. 2 farm system per Baseball America and No. 4 per FanGraphs in 2026—suggesting a fresh, innovative approach akin to Driveline’s influence. Critics view the hire as a PR misstep for owner Jim Crane, especially after the missed pursuit of assistant GM Matt Kleine, who re‑signed with Milwaukee amid talks of higher pay and authority. The article weighs the glass‑half‑full optimism against the glass‑half‑empty concerns, setting the stage for Flores’s introductory press conference on Monday at 10 a.m.
Good morning, LSB. Joc Pederson has said no thanks on his 2027 mutual option and will hit free agency. Ditto Kyle Higashioka and Jakob Junis. And the Astros have found their new GM after a lengthy search. And that appears to be about all there is this morning. Have a good weekend!
The Mariners announce CJ Gillman as their new hitting coach while awaiting a manager, and pitcher Michael Arroyo faces an elbow scope with a slated return in April 2027. Ryan Blake shares 2027 projection insights, and Kate Preusser outlines key offseason dates. Washington State honors John Olerud with a new statue, and Seattle’s pioneering female umpire Christine Wren passes at 78. League-wide moves include the Astros hiring Randy Flores as GM, the Seibu Lions posting right‑hander Kaima Taira to MLB, and the Diamondbacks targeting controllable starters amid talks for Ketel Marte. Over The Monster warns the upcoming lockout could sour offseason optimism.
Long-time Padres bullpen coach Ben Fritz leaves San Diego for the Arizona Diamondbacks' pitching coach slot, deepening the Padres' offseason woes. Fritz, with the club since 2015 and bullpen coach since 2019, departs as ace Michael King also opts out of his contract. The article lists a growing roster of free agents and option players—including Ty France, Luis Rengifo, Casey Mize, Walker Buehler and Robby Ray—highlighting the massive roster turnover ahead of the 2027 season. New owners Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones face a rebuild with a vacant rotation, while other MLB news notes the Brewers' World Series parade and the Astros' GM hire.
The Dallas Mavericks (4‑2) edged the previously unbeaten Houston Rockets (5‑1) 116‑111 at the American Airlines Center on Oct. 30, 2026. Kyrie Irving led the comeback with 35 points and 9 assists, while 19‑year‑old Cooper Flagg added 33 points in the fourth quarter. Coach Dusty May praised the team’s depth, rebounding, and reduced turnovers, highlighting contributions from Dereck Lively, Gafford’s blocks, and Caleb Martin’s return from injury. The win signals a promising start for a young, character‑rich Mavericks squad heading into the 2026‑27 season.
The article opens with a nostalgic look at Game 4 of the 2001 World Series, highlighting Derek Jeter’s walk‑off homer that earned him the “Mr. November” nickname. It then shifts to current MLB news: the Houston Astros have hired longtime Cardinals exec Randy Flores as their new GM, tasked with revitalizing a team that won the AL West on a .500 record. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels remain without a GM—still searching amid an ownership transfer and a looming December 1 lockout, while also needing a new manager. Finally, the piece warns that teams will scramble this weekend to finalize 40‑man rosters, file DFAs, claim waivers and issue qualifying offers before the transactions freeze and free agency open on Monday at 4 p.m. CT.
Joey Porter Jr. finally debuted as the Dallas Cowboys’ cornerback in the Week 4 game against the Houston Texans. Since then, he has played two more games for Dallas and has defended just three passes while recording seven tackles. Yet, according to former Cowboys star safety Darren Woodson, Porter has potential that can match Deion […] The post Cowboys Legend Puts Joey Porter Jr. in Same Category as Deion Sanders After Just 3 Games With Dallas appeared first on EssentiallySports .
J.J. McCarthy left Houston last Sunday with a 27-21 overtime win and 252 passing yards in his first start for the Giants. A month ago, the former first-round pick was a third-string quarterback in Minnesota. Now he is the face of a New York team sitting at 4-2-1. One list from ESPN Adam Schefter shows […] The post Seven NFL Trades Since Sept. 28 You May Have Missed, From J.J. McCarthy to Joey Porter Jr. appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Colorado’s reliable left‑handed reliever Brennan Bernardino posted a 2.81 ERA over 64 innings in 2026 and is drawing trade interest from Detroit, which may target him for a pitching prospect. At 34 and still under team control, Bernardino could fetch a valuable return before he hits 35, though the Rockies aren’t eager to move him without a solid offer. The roundup also notes Kyle Freeland’s shaky 4‑12 season, Arizona Fall League results, and offseason moves like the Astros’ new GM, giving a broad MLB update.
The Dallas Mavericks (4-2) snap the Houston Rockets' (5-1) perfect start with a 116-111 Emirates Cup win, highlighted by A+ grades for Cooper Flagg (33 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists) and Kyrie Irving (35 points, 9 assists). Irving, back from injury, shoots 12‑of‑19 and clinches the game with free throws, while Flagg dominates the paint despite three turnovers. Daniel Gafford adds 18 points on 6‑of‑7 shooting, and P.J. Washington grabs a double‑digit rebound total. The performance marks the Mavericks' second upset of an unbeaten team in as many games, showcasing Dusty May’s system and a fun, competitive vibe.
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg, fresh off a 33‑point, nine‑rebound showing against the Houston Rockets and already in Rookie‑of‑the‑Year conversations, became the focus of a heated debate after former Mav Charlie Villanueva claimed on the To The Baha podcast that a white player couldn’t be the NBA’s face in 2026. The remark sparked a social‑media firestorm, with Michael Jordan’s ex‑teammate Ron Harper firing back with a terse “Why” and defending Flagg’s marketability. Despite the controversy, Flagg’s stats—25.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 6.8 assists per game and a historic 750‑point/150‑assist/50‑steal/30‑block start—place him alongside Michael Jordan and Ron Harper Sr. as one of the league’s most promising young stars.