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Luka Doncic propels the Los Angeles Lakers into elite history by posting four straight 40‑point games—the first such streak since Kobe Bryant. The guard becomes only the fourth Laker ever, joining Bryant, Elgin Baylor and George Mikan, after his latest scoring surge in a win over the Sacramento Kings. Reporter Brett Siegel notes the feat marks a rare regular‑season achievement for the franchise.
Luka Doncic dazzles the Lakers with a jaw‑dropping buzzer‑beater from the opposite three‑point line just before halftime against the Portland Trail Blazers on Nov. 7, 2026. The shot fuels a frenzied home crowd and quickly becomes the night’s highlight. It also caps a historic outing in which Doncic posts his fourth straight 40‑point game, joining Lakers legends Elgin Baylor, Kobe Bryant and George Mikan as the only players to achieve that streak in a single regular‑season stretch.
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg surprises his mother, former Dominican Republic player Yissel Raposo, with a brand‑new house in his debut YouTube video. The 23‑year‑old, the No. 11 pick in the 2026 draft, has already averaged about 21 points per game, matching Wilt Chamberlain with a career night against the LA Clippers and posting 17 points, eight rebounds, six assists and three steals in a 120‑100 win over the Miami Heat. His surge has helped Golden State rebound to a 6‑3 record after an 0‑3 start. The heartfelt gift underscores the family support behind his rapid NBA rise.
In this episode of the Sounder At Heart podcast, hosts Niko Moreno and Jeremiah break down a pivotal week of Seattle Sounders training and preview the upcoming match against LAFC. They also introduce a new sponsored segment of the Buy or Sell series, featuring real‑estate expert Marnie Oshan. The show highlights its long‑time sponsor Full Pull Wines and reminds listeners of subscription options and other ways to support the podcast.
For NFL Week 9 fantasy managers, streaming D/ST options hinge on matchups more than marquee names. The Seattle Seahawks rebound from a 34‑point, one‑sack loss to the Bears and face the Arizona Cardinals, offering a bounce‑back chance. The Houston Texans, coming off a 27‑point, 420‑yard night against the Chiefs, could exploit the winless Chargers but remain inconsistent. Denver’s Broncos, despite a modest 24‑point, 399‑yard effort versus Kansas City, showed a clutch fourth‑quarter stop and now meet the Panthers, keeping them viable. Lastly, the New York Giants, after a solid 21‑point, 237‑yard week versus Houston, target a struggling, injury‑hit Eagles squad for potential turnover upside. Each defense presents a distinct risk‑reward scenario for weekly streaming.
The Calgary Flames squander a 3‑1 first‑period lead to fall 5‑3 to the Anaheim Ducks on Nov. 7, 2026, ending their three‑game road trip with a home loss. William Stromgren opened scoring, followed by goals from Joel Hanley, Joel Farabee and a power‑play marker by Matt Coronato’s draw. Anaheim answered with Jeff Malott, Tristan Luneau and Leo Carlsson, then pulled ahead late as Cutter Gauthier’s one‑timer and an empty‑net by Nikita Nesterenko sealed the win. The Ducks switched to goalie Ville Husso after the first period and used aggressive forechecking to overtake Calgary in the second and third periods.
The Baltimore Ravens have completed a deal for veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett, sending a 2027 fourth-round and a 2028 seventh-round pick to the Arizona Cardinals while receiving Brissett and a 2027 fifth-round pick. Baltimore will owe Brissett $2.4 million, with part potentially deferred to 2027. To make room, the Ravens waived backup Austin Reed, who may return to the practice squad. Brissett will learn Declan Doyle’s system ahead of a Week 10 clash with the winless Los Angeles Chargers and is set to debut on Monday Night Football.
The Los Angeles Lakers host the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET in a Western Conference showdown. The game airs on Prime Video, which also offers a free live stream. Luka Doncic leads the Lakers after a 138‑117 win over Miami, while Portland looks to build on its 118‑110 victory over Denver. Key factors include limiting turnovers, rebounding, and containing Doncic’s playmaking. Fans can catch the action on Prime’s platform, subject to regional restrictions.
Despite opening the return windows for TE David Njoku and LB Denzel Perryman, it doesn’t seem like the Chargers will get them back this week.
The Portland Trail Blazers (6‑1) host the surging Los Angeles Lakers (7‑2) on Friday, Nov. 6 at 7 PM PT in a marquee NBA matchup at Crypto.com Arena. Portland recently beat the Lakers 136‑129, highlighted by Luka Doncic’s contested shot and contributions from Scoot Henderson and Collin Sexton. Key injuries: the Blazers list Vit Krejci, Shaedon Sharpe, Ja Morant and John Tonje out, while the Lakers have Sandro Mamukelashvili questionable. The game streams on NBA on Prime Video, with audio on Rip City Radio 620 AM. Join the live GameDay thread for real‑time discussion and post‑game analysis.
Facing a 0‑7 start, the Los Angeles Chargers have moved offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel from the sideline to the coaches’ booth for the Week 9 game against the Houston Texans. The shift aims to give McDaniel a better view of defensive adjustments after a league‑worst 14.1 points per game, 17 turnovers and a –0.209 EPA per play. Justin Herbert, now tied for most interceptions (10) in the league, hasn’t scored an offensive TD since Week 5. McDaniel, in his first season after four years as Miami’s head coach, will still call plays but hopes the new perspective improves red‑zone execution and communication.
Decision Day pits LA Galaxy against Real Salt Lake on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. ET, a winner‑takes‑all clash for the Galaxy’s playoff hopes. A victory secures LA’s spot in the Western Conference postseason, while a loss forces them to rely on other results. The match also highlights Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, who has logged two goals and two assists in nine games, all in his last six outings, and is eager to impress after missing Mexico’s CONCACAF Nations League squad. The Western Conference standings are razor‑thin: Galaxy 44 points, Rapids/Timbers 43, RSL 42, Minnesota 41. Simultaneous kickoffs feature Seattle‑LAFC, Austin‑Portland, and Colorado‑FC Dallas, all broadcast on Apple TV. This showdown could decide three of the six teams still chasing the final playoff spots.
Brandon Ingram says his 2026‑27 Clippers debut is near, as he ramps up 5‑on‑5 work after heel surgery that also revealed a partially torn Achilles. The Clippers sit 1‑7, but Ingram praises returning teammates Max Strus and Yanic Niederhauser and believes a few fixes will turn close losses into wins. Meanwhile, Lakers forward Adou Thiero is cleared to return from a knee injury, and Luka Doncic settles into L.A. with help from former video coordinator‑turned‑assistant Michael Wexler. Rookie Cameron Carr and Bronny James are assigned to the Coachella Valley Lakers G‑League squad for the season opener.
The Denver Broncos cut cornerback Taylor Rapp on Friday, ending his brief 2026 stint. The 28‑year‑old, a 2019 second‑round pick of the Rams, logged three games and 14 tackles for Denver before being released. Rapp previously spent a year with Buffalo, signing a three‑year, $14.5 million extension in 2024 before being let go in the offseason. He joined the Broncos in late August, briefly made the practice squad, then the active roster, only to be cut less than a week later.
Sean McVay announced on Friday that tight end Terrance Ferguson was expected to return for the Rams' Week 9 matchup with the Washington Commanders, alongside Myles Garrett. However, a hamstring injury incurred in practice forced the team to declare Ferguson out on Sunday, ending his chance to bounce back after a promising Week 2 performance (six catches, 54 yards, one TD) and a Week 3 ankle setback. The 22‑year‑old now sits at 18 receptions for over 290 yards and four touchdowns this season, with no clear return timeline but a possible window in Week 10 if he stays healthy.
A recent fan poll shows 67% of Rams supporters blame head coach Sean McVay for the team's slide from an early 2‑4 start to a 4‑4 record, while 32% say he isn’t the issue. The article notes the narrow split in fan confidence—51% believe the Rams are heading in the right direction versus 49% who disagree—and highlights key players such as QB Jayden Daniels, RBs Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, and the return of Myles Garrett. With Week 9 against the Washington Commanders looming, the piece questions whether McVay can spark a win to lift the Rams to 5‑4.
The New York Mets appoint Johnny Washington, 42, as co‑hitting coach alongside retained Troy Snitker, completing a revamp of a staff that struggled last season (tied for 23rd in OPS, 20th in runs). Washington comes from a 2026 stint as the Atlanta Braves’ minor‑league hitting coordinator and has served in hitting roles with the Angels, Cubs, Padres and Dodgers, plus a head‑hitting job in Anaheim. He previously worked with manager Andy Green in San Diego (2017‑19) and has coached current Mets Jared Young and Luis Torrens. The overhaul also adds assistant hitting coach Rafael Fernandez, assistant coach Mariano Duncan, and strategy coordinator A.J. Ellis as the team eyes the 2027 campaign.
The Los Angeles Lakers have sent rookie guard Bronny James and 2026 first‑round pick Cameron Carr to the Coachella Valley Lakers, the team’s G League affiliate, for the season opener in Palm Desert on Friday. James, 22, has appeared in only five games this season, averaging 2.5 points and one assist in 7.7 minutes, while Carr has logged just three games with no stats. Coach JJ Redick’s move signals that neither player fits into the crowded Lakers backcourt, which features Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes and Jaden Hardy. The assignment aims to give both youngsters regular playing time, though no return date is set.
Would the Angels actually trade away a franchise cornerstone?
Ahead of the Week 9 showdown with the Texans, the Los Angeles Chargers list tight end David Njoku, guard Kayode Awosika, and linebacker Denzel Perryman as doubtful after limited practice time. The same offensive unit that struggled against the Rams in Week 8—settling for three field goals despite red‑zone opportunities—remains largely unchanged. Special‑team ace Deane Leonard and safety Kendall Williamson are confirmed out, and rookie wideout Brenen Thompson misses another game with quad and hamstring issues.
Los Angeles Rams pass rusher Myles Garrett, the two‑time Defensive Player of the Year, is on track to return after arthroscopic knee surgery. The veteran missed the first seven games following his Week 1 debut and a stint on injured reserve, but he resumed practice on Wednesday and is slated to practice again Friday. NFL insiders say he could be activated by Saturday’s deadline and potentially suit up for Week 9 against the Washington Commanders, marking the first game he could share the line with Aaron Donald. Positive news boosts the Rams’ defense ahead of the matchup.
The Golden State Warriors dominate the Miami Heat 120-100 at Chase Center, sparked by Stephen Curry’s 29 points and a 38‑23 third‑quarter surge that turned a 10‑point halftime deficit into a 20‑point lead. Draymond Green dishes out a game‑high 11 assists while the Warriors shoot 53% and out‑rebound the Heat 50‑32 in the paint. Miami’s Giannis Antetokounmpo adds 20 points and 14 rebounds, but the loss drops the Heat to 3‑6. The victory extends the Warriors’ winning streak to six and keeps them a game behind the Lakers in the Pacific Division.
Eighteen‑year‑old Japanese phenom Shoki Oda is set to skip NPB and head straight to MLB, sparking interest from at least eight clubs. In the next few hours Oda meets with the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, St. Louis Cardinals, Toronto Blue Jays and Houston Astros, while the Texas Rangers already held an extensive eight‑person meeting that impressed the teen pitcher. He can sign once the international signing period opens on Jan. 15, 2027—if it isn’t delayed by the looming owners‑players shutdown. Oda cites Yoshinobu Yamamoto as his favorite player, giving the Dodgers a possible edge.
ESPN veteran Linda Cohn critiques wife‑of‑quarterback Brittany Mahomes and Rams spouse Kelly Stafford for how they voice complaints about the NFL. After Kansas City’s 28‑24 loss to Denver on Nov. 1, Mahomes blasted a false‑start flag that erased a late TD, accusing officials of bias toward the Chiefs. Cohn acknowledges her point but warns it sounds dismissive to outsiders. Meanwhile, Stafford questions the Rams’ unusually short 10‑day rest between games on Nov. 15 and Nov. 25, citing player recovery concerns amid a 34,847‑mile travel slate. Cohn says both women have valid issues but must "know the room" and consider broader perceptions when speaking publicly. The piece examines the balance between personal insight and public criticism in NFL discourse.
The Los Angeles Rams lose tight end Terrance Ferguson for Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders after a hamstring injury in Friday practice. Ferguson, who missed the past five games with a medial ankle sprain, was expected to return and provide a key passing option while Davante Adams remains sidelined. The 23‑year‑old, a 2025 second‑round pick, has logged seven catches for 63 yards and a touchdown in his first three career games. The injury deepens the Rams' offensive woes as they sit 4‑4 and aim to climb the NFC standings.