The Atlanta Hawks (5-4) launch their NBA Cup run at State Farm Arena against the Washington Wizards (4-4) on November 4, with game time set for 7:00 PM EST. It marks Trae Young’s first appearance as a Wizard at the arena. The Hawks announce a slew of injuries: Keshon Gilbert (knee), Mouhamed Gueye (foot), Jalen Johnson (ankle), Jock Landale (hip) and Asa Newell (toe) are all out. Starting line‑up features Kingston Flemings, Nickeil Alexander‑Walker, Dyson Daniels, Luguentz Dort and Onyeka Okongwu. TV: Peachtree TV/WANF; radio: 92.9 The Game; stream via Amazon Prime, NBA League Pass or YouTube TV.
Myles Garrett says he’s eager to finally join forces with fellow Rams defender Aaron Donald as the team heads into Week 9. The 2017 draft pick, a two‑time Defensive Player of the Year (2023, 2025), missed several weeks after arthroscopic knee surgery following the season opener but is now back in practice. With the Rams sitting 4‑4 and third in the NFC West, Garrett hopes his partnership with Donald will boost the defense ahead of the road game against the Washington Commanders on Nov. 8.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan shows total indifference to wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s Friday meeting with agent Drew Rosenhaus, saying he has “no clue” and “couldn’t care less.” Aiyuk, who missed the 2024‑25 season after a knee injury and skipped mandatory workouts, saw the team void roughly $27 million in guaranteed money. The 28‑year‑old has publicly demanded a trade to Washington despite a four‑year, $120 million extension signed in 2024. With 294 catches for 4,305 yards and 25 touchdowns in 69 career games, Aiyuk remains under contract but idle.
The Washington Wizards (4-4) face the Atlanta Hawks again on Friday at State Farm Arena, just two days after a 120-105 loss that highlighted their defensive rebounding woes (a 57-41 deficit). Former Hawk Trae Young, now a Wizards point guard, returns to Atlanta for his first game against his old team, averaging 19.6 points and 9.6 assists. Coach Brian Keefe hopes the squad can improve on the glass, especially with Anthony Davis sidelined by an ankle sprain. Tip‑off is 7 p.m., broadcast on Monumental Sports Network and 106.7 The Fan.
The Washington Commanders head into their Week 9 showdown against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 8 without star wideout Terry McLaurin and now also lose Dyami Brown and Treylon Burks to injuries. Brown, a former playoff hero, has posted nine catches for 94 yards in seven games before a calf issue sidelined him. Burks, who tallied 12 receptions for 233 yards and two TDs—including an 81‑yard effort on Nov. 1—misses the game with a left‑foot injury. Coach Dan Quinn will likely turn to Antonio Williams and Stefon Diggs as the Commanders scramble for answers ahead of the trade deadline.
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.
The Giants face the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday after a 27-21 win over Houston, but running back Cam Skattebo’s status is uncertain. Skattebo missed Friday’s practice and is listed as doubtful on the injury report, though coach John Harbaugh stops short of ruling him out. The back has 418 yards and two touchdowns this season, but with Tyron Tracy Jr. on IR, Devin Singletary is expected to lead the rush, backed by Greg Desrosiers and Phil Mafah. If Skattebo can’t play Sunday, his next opportunity arrives on Nov. 12 against Washington.
NFL insider Albert Breer says the Steelers could trade veteran linebacker Cole Holcomb to acquire a wide receiver before the Nov. 10 deadline. Holcomb, who missed all of 2024 after a knee injury, returned to make a key forced fumble in the Steelers' 21‑14 win over the Patriots in Week 3. He’s logged four tackles in 22 snaps over eight games. The Steelers are linked to Jaguars' Brian Thomas Jr., Colts' Josh Downs, and Jets' Garrett Wilson, with interest also from Kansas City and Washington.
ARLINGTON, VA — When the St. Louis Blues traded Jordan Kyrou this summer, the move to Washington came with an extra perk: Kyrou could pick his own goal song. The Capitals have used different goal songs for each player since 2019, allowing them to decide what they want playing when they score at home. The
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Veteran center Isaiah Stewart reveals he believed a trade would land him with the Washington Wizards or Los Angeles Lakers before learning the Detroit Pistons sent him to the Memphis Grizzlies this summer. Embracing his role as the Grizzlies’ new defensive enforcer, Stewart helps a team that started 5‑0 and now sits 6‑2. He’s posting 11.9 points on 66.7% shooting (57.1% from three) and 3.4 rebounds per game, while insisting his aggressive on‑court reputation masks a calmer off‑court personality.
The Giants trade left‑hander Reiver Sanmartin to Washington for 23‑year‑old right‑hander Robert Cranz, a promising Minor League reliever. Sanmartin was DFA’d after roster cuts, but the Giants secured Cranz, who logged a 2.25 ERA (2.68 FIP) in High‑A and a 3.42 ERA (2.95 FIP) in AA this season, striking out 67 in 42.1 innings. Though his AAA stint with Sacramento ended with a 13.11 ERA, his 95.2 mph fastball and solid cutter/slider mix give him a chance to bounce back and vie for a Major League role.
The Washington Commanders enter Sunday’s matchup against the L.A. Rams without wide receivers Treylon Burks (foot injury) and Dyadi Brown (calf), per the Friday injury report. The loss follows star WR Terry McLaurin’s season‑ending torn patellar tendon. Only Stefon Diggs and Antonio Williams have recorded catches this season, leaving the corps thin. Additional concerns include questionable DT Jer’Zhan Newton returning from IR and several players listed with limited injuries. Meanwhile, the Rams may activate elite edge rusher Myles Garrett for the game.
The Washington Nationals’ 2026 shortstop C.J. Abrams posted a .261 average with 33 homers, 106 RBIs and 34 steals, sparking trade chatter. MLB Network insider Jon Morosi says a deal is "more likely" than an extension, citing high demand for young shortstops and limited free‑agency options. Morosi highlights the Yankees as a potential suitor and notes Abrams’ defensive versatility, but warns a Washington extension would require a guarantee of him staying at shortstop. The article weighs the odds of a blockbuster trade versus a long‑term deal for the 26‑year‑old.
Eight games into the 2026‑27 NBA season, the Washington Wizards are a 4‑4 team that finally lives up to its hype. Midseason additions Trae Young and Anthony Davis, plus No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa, have forged a solid pick‑and‑roll, with Young averaging 9.5 assists (tied for league‑lead) and feeding Davis and Deandre Ayton for easy baskets. Dybantsa, after a delayed debut, posts 16.5 points on 46.2% shooting and already logged a 21‑point game. However, the squad struggles to stretch the floor, ranking second‑to‑last in three‑point percentage (29.4%) and taking just 29.8 attempts per game, a weakness highlighted in a 120‑105 loss to Atlanta. The Wizards’ success now hinges on improving spacing while leveraging their interior strengths.
The Philadelphia Eagles, now 2-6 after a loss to the Washington Commanders, have endured six straight defeats and a quarterback crisis following Jalen Hurts' season-ending blood clots. Coach Nick Sirianni initially backed sixth‑round pick Tanner McKee as the starter, then switched to Joe Milton for the Giants game, later admitting he deliberately misled the media to keep the change secret and limit opponents' preparation. Sirianni explained the delay was to protect the team, highlighting his pattern of evasiveness about roster moves and Hurts' diagnosis.
Four running backs are primed for breakout weeks in NFL Week 9, making them top fantasy targets. Chase Brown (Cincinnati) could capitalize on a Falcons defense that ranks fourth in fantasy points allowed to backs and has yielded nine rushing TDs. Rookie Jonah Coleman (Denver) faces a Panthers line that gives up a league‑worst 140.7 rushing yards per game and 12 TDs, promising a potential 100‑plus yard showing. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles) remains the ninth‑ranked RB with 548 rushing yards and 242 receiving yards, and a weakened Rams passing attack could boost his workload against Washington. Quinshon Judkins (Cleveland) steps up as the Browns' QB situation falters, confronting a Saints defense that is 29th against the run and tops the league in fantasy points surrendered to RBs. Each player offers a high upside for fantasy managers looking to cash in on Week 9 matchups.
The NBA rolls out a new 3‑2‑1 draft lottery for the 2026‑27 season, expanding the pool from 14 to 16 teams and flattening odds to curb tanking. The three worst teams receive only two lottery balls each and cannot fall below the 12th pick, while teams ranked 4th‑10th get three balls and can land as high as No. 1. Play‑in losers get one or two balls. Additional anti‑tank measures ban consecutive No. 1 picks, restrict protected pick trades, and impose fines or odds penalties. With the worst‑record teams now holding a 5.4% chance at the top pick versus an 8.1% chance for the 4th‑10th worst, franchises like the Wizards, Jazz, Nets, Kings and Pelicans may rethink rebuilding strategies.
The Atlanta Hawks list forward Jalen Johnson as questionable for Friday night’s matchup against the Washington Wizards after sustaining a left ankle sprain on Oct. 31 versus New Orleans. The 2021 No. 20 draft pick, who averaged 18.3 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists this season, missed the last two games despite the Hawks’ wins. Final confirmation won’t arrive until game time. The Hawks also have several other injuries (RayJ Dennis, Keshon Gilbert, Mouhamed Gueye, Jock Landale, Asa Newell, Henri Veesar, Jalen Wilson), while the Wizards are missing Reece Beekman, Justin Champagnie, Anthony Davis, Felix Okpara, Tristan Vukcevic and Jamir Watkins.
The Washington Nationals trade minor‑league right‑hander Robert Cranz to the San Francisco Giants for 30‑year‑old left‑handed reliever Reiver Sanmartín. Sanmartín, a low‑slot sinker specialist with a 22° arm angle, posted a 4.22 ERA, 62.9% ground‑ball rate and 2.95 BB/9 in 21.1 innings last season, though his fastball tops out at 91.8 mph. The move marks the Nats’ third recent acquisition from the Giants as GM Paul Toboni focuses on low‑slot lefties, despite concerns about Sanmartín’s limited upside and lack of major‑league experience. Cranz, a 23‑year‑old with a 95‑mph fastball, struggled in Triple‑A, prompting the swap.
The New York Rangers unveiled navy‑and‑silver Hometown Remix jerseys at Madison Square Garden, swapping the traditional captain’s “C” and alternate “A” for FDNY‑ and NYPD‑styled badges. J.T. Miller’s chest patch reads “CAPTAIN,” while Adam Fox and Mika Zibanejad wear “ASSISTANT” insignia, honoring the city’s first responders after 9/11. The design also features a vintage Lady Liberty logo, a “NEW YORK” stair‑step crest, silver skyscraper accents, and torch‑inspired red sleeve stripes. The Rangers opened the look with a 3‑2 win over the Flyers and will wear the jerseys four more times this season, including a March 21 game versus Washington.
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The Washington Commanders head into Week 9 against the Los Angeles Rams with a depleted receiving corps. Injuries sideline Treylon Burks and keep Terry McLaurin out for the season, while Dyami Brown is limited. Quarterback Jayden Daniels must rely on Stefon Diggs, Antonio Williams (who’s emerging as a solid WR2), Van Jefferson and the makeshift option Luke McCaffrey. The team sits 2‑4‑1 in the NFC East, and a loss could cripple its slim title hopes. Daniels remains confident, emphasizing his scramble connection with Williams, but the lack of depth raises doubts about pulling off an upset.
The Washington Nationals have designated right‑hander Kyle Nicolas for assignment, clearing a 40‑man roster spot for new left‑handed reliever Reiver Sanmartín, acquired from the Giants. Nicolas, 27, was taken from the Orioles in July after a prior DFA and has logged 105 1/3 MLB innings with a 5.36 ERA over the past two seasons, striking out just 19.6% of batters while walking 14.8%. Despite a solid 3.29 ERA and 29.1% strikeout rate in Triple‑A Rochester, his high walk rate and limited effectiveness led to the move. The Nats have five days to trade him before he enters waivers.
The Nationals acquire left‑handed reliever Reiver Sanmartin from the Giants, sending minor‑league right‑hander Robert Cranz to San Francisco. Sanmartin, 30, posted a 4.22 ERA over 21 ⅓ innings for the Giants in 2026, boasting a 63.8% ground‑ball rate and a 91.7 mph sinker. With no minor‑league options, Washington expects him to join the bullpen next season and controls him for four more years. In return, the Giants receive 23‑year‑old Cranz, a former 2024 seventh‑round pick who showed strong strikeout numbers but struggled with command at Triple‑A. Both clubs hope the swap addresses roster needs and bullpen depth heading into 2027.
As the NFL trade deadline looms, the 6-1 Buffalo Bills—already in Super Bowl contention—are eyeing defensive upgrades, especially at safety after releasing veteran C.J. Gardner-Johnson. Insider Vic Carucci flags Washington Commanders safety Nick Cross as a low‑cost sleeper. The 25‑year‑old, a third‑round pick in 2022, has logged 22 tackles in four games this season and boasts 344 career tackles, 5 interceptions and 12 pass defenses over 71 games. While the Bills also need help at cornerback and defensive end, adding Cross could shore up their secondary without hefty draft capital.
NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report that Rams edge‑rusher Myles Garrett is on track to be activated from injured reserve for Week 9 against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2026. Garrett, who missed most of the season after knee surgery, has practiced all week and appears ready to return. Commanders coach Dan Quinn warns his unit that containing Garrett will require a collective effort, noting the star’s unmatched explosiveness and size.