Facing a three-game skid, the Lakers are counting on a defensive reset. Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura stepped up with vows of accountability and energy, signaling a renewed focus on stopping teams. A big showdown with the Kings could set the tone for what’s ahead.

LeBron James delivered a jaw-dropping, no-look alley-oop and a late reverse dunk that lit up the Lakers as they rolled to a win over the Kings. At 40, his timing and flair continue to electrify the court, keeping fans buzzing for what’s next in L.A.’s season push.

As the regular season winds down, the NFC race for home-field advantage is heating up. Seattle sits as the favorite, but a chain of key matchups could rewrite the seedings in a heartbeat. Four teams are still in the hunt for the No. 1 spot, and every game matters.

Playoff races tighten as the NFL’s late-season stretch delivers drama, comebacks, and head-to-head showdowns. With pivotal wins and shifting standings, the coming weeks will shape who advances—and who’s left fighting for a January run.

Austin Reaves faces a setback, diagnosed with a Grade 2 left calf strain and sidelined for about a month. With the Lakers relying on his production, the coming stretch could redefine their path as they adjust to life without their rising guard.

Five marquee names are at the center of the trade buzz as the deadline nears: Malik Monk, Darius Garland, James Harden, Anthony Davis, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Whispers are growing louder, hinting at big moves that could reshape several teams’ playoff trajectories—without tipping too much about what’s to come.

San Francisco’s high-stakes clash exposed a growing injury crisis as a key defender entered concussion protocol. With cornerback depth stretched, the 49ers face a pivotal stretch as they chase a playoff berth.

Jutta Leerdam’s Olympic fate hangs in the balance after a dramatic weekend at the trials—from a crash in the 1,000m to a blistering 500m performance that kept Milano Cortina within reach. With the selectors’ decision looming, her relentless drive and comeback story have fans hooked.

An already fragile offseason in NASCAR is shaken by a string of heartbreaking events. The sport mourns a racing icon after a fatal plane crash, while another troubling incident casts a shadow over a prominent team family. Through the sorrow, the NASCAR community leans on each other, clinging to hope and resilience.

Christmas Day brought a scary moment for Penei Sewell as a left-leg injury sidelined him briefly, but early signs point to a mild ankle issue rather than a severe setback. The coming days will reveal his Week 18 status as the Lions closely monitor his recovery.