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How to watch Trail Blazers vs Lakers: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Portland Trail Blazers (2‑0) travel to Crypto.com Arena to face the undefeated Los Angeles Lakers (3‑0) on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 11:00 PM ET. The game airs on NBC and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Portland comes off a 128‑120 win over Sacramento, highlighted by Deni Avdija’s 26 points and a 44‑point third quarter. Los Angeles rides Luka Doncic’s 52‑point, 10‑assist performance in a 132‑123 victory over Utah. Both teams showcase strong shooting and deep benches, making this early‑season showdown a must‑watch.

How to watch Brewers vs Rays: Game 4, World Series live stream, TV channel, start time

The Milwaukee Brewers face the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 4 of the 2026 World Series on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 8 PM ET. The matchup airs on FOX and FOX Deportes and streams for free on Fubo or DIRECTV. After a dominant 10‑1 win in Game 3, the Brewers eye a franchise‑first title, while the Rays fight to stave off elimination at Tropicana Field. Key performers include Christian Yelich, William Contreras and rising star Jackson Chourio for Milwaukee; the Rays need a collective effort to stay alive.

How to watch Pistons vs Knicks: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Detroit Pistons (3-0) face the winless New York Knicks (0-3) Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 8 p.m. ET in Madison Square Garden. Catch the game on MSG or NBCSN Extra 2, or stream it via Fubo (free trial available). Detroit comes off a 106‑93 win over Philadelphia, with Cade Cunningham posting 26 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists. New York looks to bounce back after a 111‑102 loss to Orlando, where Jalen Brunson scored 28. The matchup offers a chance for the Knicks to earn their first victory of the season.

How to watch Nets vs Celtics: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Brooklyn Nets (0-3) travel to TD Garden on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 PM ET to try for their first win against a 2‑1 Boston Celtics squad. The game airs on NBC Sports Boston and YES Network, with a live stream available on Fubo (free trial). The Nets come off a 136‑109 loss to Indiana, where Nolan Traore led with 17 points off the bench. Boston, fresh off a 134‑99 rout of Chicago, rides a two‑game streak with Payton Pritchard scoring 28, Jayson Tatum adding 23, and Paul George 16. Catch the NBA showdown and see if the Nets can snap their skid.

How to live stream World Series Game 4 for free: Brewers vs Rays, TV channel

The Milwaukee Brewers clinch a chance to win their first World Series championship as they host the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 4 on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. After a dominant 10‑1 Game 3 victory that puts them up 3‑0 in the series, Brewers hitters like Jackson Chourio and Brice Turang have been lethal, while rookie Robert Gasser tossed six scoreless innings. The Rays must respond to keep the series alive. The game airs on FOX (and FOX Deportes) and can be streamed for free via trial offers on Fubo or DIRECTV, subject to regional restrictions.

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.

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.