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3 landing spots for Sophie Cunningham, including Atlanta Dream

As the WNBA Finals wind down, free‑agent Sophie Cunningham emerges as a hot commodity. The former Connecticut Sun guard, known for her 3‑and‑D play (41.9% from three and nearly a steal per game) and outspoken views on trans athletes, could land with three teams: the Dallas Wings, where her floor‑spacing and defensive versatility would complement shooters like Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers; the Atlanta Dream, who are down 3‑2 to the Golden State Valkyries and would benefit from a defensive duo with Angel Reese; or a return to the Indiana Fever, the most logical fit given her eight‑year tenure and chemistry with Caitlin Clark. Each option offers a different role for Cunningham as the league heads into a blockbuster offseason.

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USC Trojans & Lincoln Riley should be headed toward divorce

USC’s once‑celebrated partnership with head coach Lincoln Riley may be nearing its end, says The Big Lead. After a spectacular 11‑3 debut in 2022 and a Heisman win for Caleb Williams, the Trojans have stumbled, most recently a 24‑7 loss to unranked Wisconsin that dropped #16 USC. At 6‑2 this season, Riley’s five‑year, $110 million contract (with a $70 million buyout) and lack of College Football Playoff appearances have sparked rumors of a split. Athletic director Jennifer Cohen must weigh pricey termination against options like Arizona State’s Kenny Dillingham, Boise State’s Spencer Danielson or Clemson’s Dabo Swinney.

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Yaxel Lendeborg joins Shaq, Patrick Ewing & David Robinson in NBA rookie history

Golden State rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has become only the fourth player since the 1985‑86 draft lottery era to tally at least 85 points and 35 rebounds in his first four NBA games, joining Shaquille O’Neal, Patrick Ewing and David Robinson. He finished the stretch with 87 points, 37 rebounds, 19 assists, four steals and two blocks, averaging 21.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists. Lendeborg’s latest outing featured 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a 134‑114 win over Denver, making him the first Warriors rookie since Stephen Curry (2010) with a 30‑10‑5 line. The historic start puts him in elite company early in the 2026‑27 season.

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Kawhi Leonard injury update: Latest news on Raptors star forward

Kawhi Leonard’s Toronto debut hits a snag as the 35‑year‑old small forward is sidelined with left‑knee swelling. NBA insider Shams Charania reports an MRI shows no structural damage, but the Raptors expect Leonard to miss several weeks while undergoing treatment and rehab, with a re‑evaluation in a week. Leonard had been averaging 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in the first two games, including a 117‑94 loss to Minnesota without him. The injury follows a high‑profile trade from the Clippers and a promising preseason ramp‑up, leaving fans uncertain about his immediate impact.

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Patriots trade rumor lays out uninspiring deadline expectation

The New England Patriots are expected to stay quiet at the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 10, likely making only minor depth additions rather than a big splash. Mass Live’s Karen Guregian says the Patriots may target guard, interior defensive line, and edge‑rusher spots, with guard being the top need. While the Super Bowl‑bound team could be tempted to trade for players like Colts guard Quenton Nelson or DT DeForest Buckner, both would cost significant draft capital, and the Pats appear unwilling to make such an investment. The article also notes the Colts’ own trade considerations as the deadline looms.

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