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BREAKING: Mets Acquire Luis Robert Jr. from White Sox (UPDATE)
There was a time, maybe three years ago, when this would have been seriously gigantic news. Back in 2023, Luis Robert Jr. hit 38 HRs en route to a 4.9 WAR season as a 25-year-old center fielder, just a few successful seasons into a six-year, $50M deal with the White Sox. A budding star in Chicago for a team with slowly decaying, but still lofty hopes. But things have fallen sufficiently far the last two years for both the White Sox and Luis Robert Jr. (just 210 games combined, 84 wRC+, 1.3 WAR...
Celtics vs. Pacers: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Indiana Pacers (10-34) go up against the Boston Celtics (26-16) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at TD Garden. It tips at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSIN, NBCS-BOS, and WTHR-13. In their last outing on Monday, the Celtics suffered a 104-103 loss to the Pistons. The Pacers are coming off of a 113-104 loss to the 76ers in their most recent outing on Monday. Jaylen Brown totaled 32 points, 11 rebounds and two assists for the Celtics. Andrew Nembhard scored a team-high 25 points for the Pacers in the lo...
Knicks vs. Nets: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Brooklyn Nets (12-29) will attempt to break a five-game road losing streak at the New York Knicks (25-18) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Knicks head into this contest after a 114-97 loss to the Mavericks on Monday. The Nets enter this game after a 126-117 loss to the Suns on Monday. In the loss, Jalen Brunson paced the Knicks with 22 points. The Nets got a team-leading 23 points from Michael Porter Jr. in the loss. When is Knicks vs. Nets? This game between the K...
Alabama vs Mississippi State Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Jan. 25
SEC play features the No. 23 Alabama Crimson Tide (17-3) at home against the Mississippi State Bulldogs (15-5) on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 3 p.m. ET. Alabama vs. Mississippi State NCAA Game Info Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Time: 3 p.m. ET TV: SEC Network+ Where: Tuscaloosa, Alabama Venue: Coleman Coliseum Last Game For Each Team Alabama enters this contest following a 70-59 defeat against Tennessee. The Crimson Tide’s leading scorer was Jessica Timmons, who finished w...
Cal vs Stanford Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Jan. 25
ACC play on Sunday will see the the California Golden Bears (11-9) host the Stanford Cardinal (15-5) at Haas Pavilion, tipping off at 6 p.m. ET. Cal vs. Stanford NCAA Game Info Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Time: 6 p.m. ET TV: ACC Network Where: Berkeley, California Venue: Haas Pavilion Last Game For Each Team Cal prevailed by a final score of 73-58 in their last game against Boston College. Leading the way on offense for the Golden Bears was Lulu Twidale, who finished wit...
Colorado vs Oklahoma State Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Jan. 25
The Oklahoma State Cowgirls (16-4) will look to continue a three-game winning streak when they visit the Colorado Buffaloes (12-7) on January 25, 2026 at CU Events Center. Colorado vs. Oklahoma State NCAA Game Info Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Time: 3 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Boulder, Colorado Venue: CU Events Center Last Game For Each Team Colorado suffered defeat by a final score of 74-68 in their last game against UCF. Leading the way on offense for the Buffaloes was D...
Arkansas State vs. Old Dominion Women’s Basketball: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Old Dominion Monarchs (12-7) will visit the Arkansas State Red Wolves (16-4) after losing five road games in a row. In its previous game, Arkansas State defeated Southern Miss on Saturday, 81-71. Zyion Shannon scored a team-high 26 points (and contributed two assists and six rebounds). On Saturday, in its last game, Old Dominion defeated Marshall 84-82. With 21 points, En’Dya Buford was its high scorer. Catch tons of live women’s college basketball , plus original programming, with ESP...
Celtics vs. Pacers Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The Indiana Pacers (10-34) are double-digit, 11-point underdogs against the Boston Celtics (26-16) at TD Garden on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSIN, NBCS-BOS, and WTHR-13. The point total in the matchup is 227.5. Celtics vs. Pacers Odds Celtics odds to win: -461 Pacers odds to win: +360 Spread: Celtics (-11) Total: 227.5 How to Bet on Celtics vs. Pacers Game Time and Information When: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. ET Whe...
Cavaliers vs. Hornets Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets (16-27) are only 2.5-point underdogs as they look to stop a four-game home losing streak when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers (24-20) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at Spectrum Center. The matchup airs at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN, FDSSE, and FDSOH. The matchup’s point total is 235.5. Trying to gain an edge on Wednesday’s game? Dig into the best bets available in this matchup (based on our computer predictions) in the article below. How to Bet on Cavaliers vs. Hornets P...
Pre-Gamin’: Bulls vs Clippers (7:00 PM CT) – Projected Lineups, How to Watch, More
The Chicago Bulls have a tall task on their hands tonight as they host the red-hot Los Angeles Clippers. Winners of 13 of their last 15 games , the Clippers have surged up the Western Conference standings. Not long ago, the entire league was holding its breath when they sat near the bottom of the West, especially with the reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder owning their draft pick. Fast forward to now, and Los Angeles finds itself firmly in the play-in picture, with a real chance ...
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Could Jimmy Butler’s Season-Ending Injury Impact a Potential Bulls-Warriors Trade?
The Golden State Warriors were dealt a significant blow on Monday night when small forward Jimmy Butler suffered a season-ending ACL tear, according ESPN’s Shams Charania . Golden State had been trending up prior to the injury and walked away with a win against the Miami Heat even after Butler went down in the third quarter. The Warriors have won seven of their last 10 contests, and, at 24-19, are suddenly within range of a top-six seed in the Western Conference. But losing their sec...
Lafayette vs. Boston University Women’s Basketball: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
Patriot play features the Lafayette Leopards (7-10) at home against the Boston University Terriers (5-12) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET. Lafayette lost its previous game to Holy Cross, 70-48, on Saturday. Teresa Kiewiet led the way with 11 points, and also had eight rebounds and zero assists. In its most recent game, Boston University fell to Loyola (MD) on Saturday, 56-55. Its top scorer was Anastasiia Semenova with 12 points. Catch tons of live women’s college basketball ,...
Fordham vs. Saint Louis Women’s Basketball: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Fordham Rams (9-9) host the Saint Louis Billikens (10-10) in A-10 action at Rose Hill Gymnasium, beginning at 11 a.m. ET on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Fordham was victorious in its most recent game versus Saint Bonaventure, 66-53, on Sunday. Lakresha Edwards was its high scorer with 16 points. In its most recent game, Saint Louis defeated Dayton on Sunday, 62-58. Its high scorer was Zya Nugent with 18 points. Catch tons of live women’s college basketball , plus original programming, ...
Chicago Bears Sign 14 Players to Future Contracts
Nothing announces the arrival of the offseason like the Chicago Bears posting the list of players who have signed future contracts with the team. Future contracts (a.k.a. Reserve/Future Contracts) allow for front offices to sign their own team’s practice squad players to non-guaranteed deals for around the league minimum and essentially lock them into roster spots for the offseason program and training camp without taking up a spot on the 53-man roster or eating into the salary cap. So if...
NBA Power Rankings: Nuggets on Top, Warriors and Knicks Tumble
The Golden State Warriors’ fringe hopes of making an actual run for title glory (likely requiring a trade for some size) were likely dashed on Monday night when six-time All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler suffered a torn ACL after an awkward landing in a win over the Miami Heat, Butler has already been ruled out for the rest of the season, per ESPN’s Shams Charania . Before the injury, the Warriors had actually been trending upward. After Butler departed midgame, the Warriors went on to beat ...
Kevin Byard Says There is “Mutual Interest” in a Return to the Bears in 2026
Even though we are just two days into the Chicago Bears offseason, it is never too early to take a look at players we’d like to see back next season. One such player in my book would be safety Kevin Byard III, who is a free-agent-to-be when the new league year begins and is coming off a solid two-year run with Chicago’s football team. Perhaps a third year is on the horizon. While speaking with reporters at Halas Hall, Kevin Byard said there is “mutual interest” between the two sides: ...
Duckworth vs. Sinner Prediction at the Australian Open – Wednesday, January 21
On Wednesday, James Duckworth (No. 88 in the world) meets Jannik Sinner (No. 2) in the Round of 64 at the Australian Open. In this match, Sinner is the favorite (-10000) versus Duckworth (+2000) . Australian Open Info Tournament: The Australian Open Round: Round of 64 Date: Wednesday, January 21 Venue: Melbourne Park Location: Melbourne, Australia Court Surface: Hard James Duckworth vs. Jannik Sinner Prediction & Odds Using the moneyline for this match as a prediction, ...
Inglis vs. Siegemund Prediction at the Australian Open – Wednesday, January 21
In the Australian Open Round of 64 on Wednesday, we have a matchup featuring No. 48-ranked Laura Siegemund against No. 168 Maddison Inglis. Siegemund is the favorite (-140) in this matchup, compared to the underdog Inglis, who is +110. Australian Open Info Tournament: The Australian Open Round: Round of 64 Date: Wednesday, January 21 Venue: Melbourne Park Location: Melbourne, Australia Court Surface: Hard Maddison Inglis vs. Laura Siegemund Prediction & Odds Using the m...
NBA King of the Court Picks Including James Harden, Steph Curry for January 20
NBA King of the Court contests reward one thing above all else. Raw scoring volume. You are not chasing efficiency or peripheral stats. You are targeting players who can realistically lead the entire slate in points on a single night. January 20 presents several spots where usage, matchup, and recent trends align. Two of the clearest names at the top are James Harden and Steph Curry. But they are not the only paths you can take. This breakdown is designed to help you decide how to approac...
Two Chicago Cubs Prospects Come in at 6, 7 on New Positional Lists
Hey, that headline is just facts. No shenanigans intended. Only accuracy. MLB Pipeline has been unveiling its top-10 prospect lists at each position, and we’ve discussed the nod that Jaxon Wiggins got on the right-handed pitcher list. Two more Cubs prospects show up on a couple of the lists. Moises Ballesteros is ranked as the 6th best catching prospect in baseball: Here are the Top 10 catching prospects for 2026: https://t.co/VEXSoJmotz pic.twitter.com/9AhOsZ9qsH — MLB Pi...
Bears Viewed as Possible Landing Spot For Boston College Offensive Coordinator Will Lawing
Ben Johnson’s coaching staff figures to see a shakeup this offseason. And after building a solid group of assistants as a first-year head coach, Johnson has set a high bar for whenever he has to pivot to some fresh faces. One name to keep an eye on is Will Lawing, who came up as a possible target when CBS Sports college football reporter Matt Zenitz mentioned the Chicago Bears as a possible destination for the departing Boston College offensive coordinator: Boston College offensive coordi...
Louisville vs Boston College Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Jan. 25
The Boston College Eagles (4-17) will attempt to break a 13-game losing streak when they visit the Louisville Cardinals (18-3) on January 25, 2026 at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville vs. Boston College NCAA Game Info Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Time: 2 p.m. ET TV: ACC Network Extra Where: Louisville, Kentucky Venue: KFC Yum! Center Last Game For Each Team Louisville prevailed by a final score of 88-80 in their last game against NC State. Leading the way on offense for the Car...
Cubs Sign Former KBO Pitcher Charlie Barnes
When the Chicago Cubs sign pitchers to minor league deals this time of year, they usually fit neatly into one of two buckets: a big league reclamation project (recent example: Trent Thornton ), or a prospect/development play (recent example: Tyler Ras ). The latest minor league pitcher signing, however, is a bit of a mix of both: Check out his Live AB at Tread's Pro Day 🎥 pic.twitter.com/GF1IKQQyx0 — Tread Athletics (@TreadHQ) January 16, 2026 On the one hand, Charlie Barn...
Spurs vs Rockets Odds, First Basket Scorers, and More for Tuesday’s Texas Tussle
Tonight’s Spurs vs Rockets Texas Tussle at the Toyota Center features one of the most intriguing divisional rivalries in the Western Conference. The San Antonio Spurs have been one of the most consistent teams in the West this year, sitting near the top of the standings at 30-13, while the Houston Rockets (25-15) are looking to defend home court and prove they belong in the hunt for a top-four seed. With both sides featuring elite, unicorn-like stars in Victor Wembanyama and Kevin Dur...
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