1. Illustration of a packed ballpark at night seen from behind home plate, with a pitcher mid-delivery and fireworks over the outfield #1 · Rays vs. Brewers Brewers hold off Rays 3-2 in World Series Game 1 after Misiorowski's record 103.5 mph opener Trevor Megill escaped a wild ninth and Jacob Misiorowski opened with a record 103.5 mph pitch as the Brewers beat the Rays 3-2 in World Series Game 1.
  2. Illustration of a basketball player rising for a jump shot on a parquet-style court under bright arena lights, seen from behind #2 · Knicks vs. Celtics Jayson Tatum scores 36 as Celtics hold off Knicks 107-103 and drop defending champs to 0-2 Jayson Tatum scored 36, including three late clutch buckets, as the Celtics beat the Knicks 107-103 and handed the defending champions an 0-2 start.
  3. Illustration of a defender leaping to block a layup at the rim in a packed arena, with the shot clock area glowing in the background #3 · Rockets vs. Spurs Amen Thompson blocks Wembanyama in the final second as Rockets beat Spurs 114-110 in Austin Amen Thompson blocked Victor Wembanyama's tying layup with under a second left and Alperen Sengun scored 29 as the Rockets beat the Spurs 114-110 in Austin.
  4. Illustration of a tall center swatting a shot away near the rim during a night game in a bright downtown arena #4 · Clippers vs. Lakers Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler lead Lakers past Clippers 125-117 despite Luka Doncic's 11 turnovers Austin Reaves scored 28 and Walker Kessler had 22 points and six blocks as the Lakers beat the Clippers 125-117 to start the season 2-0.
  5. Illustration of an empty wrestling ring under a single spotlight, with a sequined robe draped over the top rope #5 · Ric Flair Ric Flair hospitalized after fall in Tampa, hours after revealing a blood clot; Charlotte Flair says he'll be OK Ric Flair, 77, was hospitalized after a fall in Tampa hours after canceling a convention over a blood clot. Charlotte Flair says he is going to be OK.
  6. Illustration of a young forward spinning toward the basket in the paint during a tense late-game moment in a modern waterfront arena #6 · Grizzlies vs. Warriors Cameron Boozer hits go-ahead jumper as Grizzlies close on a 17-0 run to stun Warriors 111-108 Rookie Cameron Boozer had 25 points and the go-ahead jumper as the Grizzlies erased a 12-point deficit in the final 3:47 to beat the Warriors 111-108.
  7. Illustration of a basketball swishing through the net from long range in a bright waterfront arena, with shooters fanned out on the perimeter #7 · Pistons vs. Heat Pistons roll past Heat 128-111 as Miami falls to 0-2 despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's 36 John Collins scored 23 and the Pistons led wire-to-wire to beat the Heat 128-111, but Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren left with injuries. Miami is 0-2.
  8. Illustration of a basketball rebound battle under the rim, with outstretched arms silhouetted against bright arena lights #8 · Timberwolves vs. Magic Timberwolves vs. Magic: Minnesota rolls 115-93 in Orlando despite a 5-of-23 night from Anthony Edwards The Timberwolves beat the Magic 115-93 to start 2-0 as Minnesota won the boards 60-43, even with Anthony Edwards shooting 5 of 23 two nights after scoring 45.
  9. Illustration of a basketball player at the free-throw line in a packed arena, seen from behind, with the crowd blurred in warm light #9 · Bulls vs. Bucks Bulls vs. Bucks: Norman Powell scores 25, rookie Caleb Wilson adds 21 as Chicago holds off Milwaukee 132-125 Norman Powell scored 25 and rookie Caleb Wilson iced the game at the line as the Bulls beat the Bucks 132-125 for their first win. Tyler Herro had 34 for Milwaukee.
  10. Illustration of an empty basketball court near halftime, with a lone ball resting near the baseline under dimmed arena lights #10 · Mavericks vs. Pacers Mavericks vs. Pacers: Kyrie Irving scores 24 as Dallas wins 121-105, but Cooper Flagg leaves with a shoulder injury Kyrie Irving scored 24 as the Mavericks beat the Pacers 121-105, but Cooper Flagg left with a left shoulder injury after a flagrant foul by Aaron Nesmith.
  11. Illustration of a dim podcast studio with one microphone pushed aside and an empty chair facing a blank screen #11 · Ethan Klein Ethan Klein says he will give up his H3 Podcast ownership and stakes in Hila Klein's brands after affair claims Ethan Klein says he is working with Hila Klein to remove his ownership in the H3 Podcast, Teddy Fresh and Teddy Glow, and asked people to leave his family alone.
  12. Illustration of a basketball arcing toward a hoop from beyond the 3-point line, with a crowded arena glowing in the background #12 · Trail Blazers vs. Kings Trail Blazers vs. Kings: Deni Avdija scores 26 as Portland wins 128-120, spoiling Darius Acuff Jr.'s 33-point night Deni Avdija scored 26 as the Trail Blazers beat the Kings 128-120 to start 2-0. Rookie Darius Acuff Jr. scored 33 and Domantas Sabonis had a triple-double.
  13. Illustration of a retro ballpark at dusk with a pitcher on the mound as a dark, green-tinged storm cloud gathers over the stands #13 · Avengers: Doomsday Avengers: Doomsday World Series promo shows Mister Fantastic throwing a first pitch as Doctor Doom arrives; Sandra Hüller joins in a cameo Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday World Series Game 1 promo put Mister Fantastic on the mound before Doctor Doom appeared. Sandra Hüller also has a cameo. Opens Dec. 18.
  14. Illustration of a college football running back pulling up to throw a pass under stadium lights on a night field #14 · Duke vs. Virginia Duke beats Virginia 19-16 as Nate Sheppard throws a trick-play touchdown with 1:14 left Running back Nate Sheppard threw a 28-yard TD pass to Brody Keefe with 1:14 left, and Duke held on to beat Virginia 19-16 Friday night at Scott Stadium.
  15. Illustration of a goalie's helmet and catching glove on a bench beside an empty practice rink, with fresh ice and a single net #15 · Connor Hellebuyck Connor Hellebuyck's Devils debut still undetermined as Jets GM explains the trade and Winnipeg fans react Connor Hellebuyck won't play for the Devils against the Kings on Saturday. His debut date is undetermined, and Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff explained the trade.
  16. Illustration of a quarterback releasing a deep pass at night in a large stadium, with a red-toned crowd blurred in the stands #16 · NC State vs. Stanford Stanford beats NC State 31-28 as Davis Warren throws for 303 yards and four touchdowns Davis Warren threw four touchdown passes and Micah Ford ran for 150 yards as Stanford held off NC State 31-28 Friday night, then recovered an onside kick.
  17. Illustration of a nurse's badge, a teacher's apple and a firefighter's helmet resting on a desk beside a closed legal folder and a calculator #17 · PSLF Update PSLF employer rule fight winds down: the government stays silent, advocates cheer and borrowers get clarity With the government dropping its PSLF appeals, the employer rule stays struck down. Education and DOJ aren't explaining why. Here's what borrowers should know.
  18. Illustration of a basketball player at the free-throw line in a packed arena, with the ball leaving his hands #18 · Pelicans vs. Jazz Jazz edge Pelicans 120-119 as Jaren Jackson Jr. scores 24 and rookie Darryn Peterson hits go-ahead free throws Jaren Jackson Jr. had 24 points and 10 rebounds, and rookie Darryn Peterson made the go-ahead free throws as the Jazz beat the Pelicans 120-119 in Salt Lake City.
  19. Illustration of an empty courtroom with a judge's bench, a wooden gavel and a stack of case files under soft light #19 · Laura Owens Laura Owens sentenced to 30 days in jail and seven years of probation in fake pregnancy case tied to Clayton Echard An Arizona judge sentenced Laura Owens to 30 days in jail and seven years of probation in fake pregnancy cases, including one involving Clayton Echard.
  20. Illustration of a candlelit dinner table for four in a stylish apartment, half-empty wine glasses and a tense mood #20 · The Invite Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite' is now streaming on HBO Max: cast, story and how to watch Olivia Wilde's dinner-party dramedy The Invite, with Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton, began streaming on HBO Max Oct. 23. Here's what to know.
  21. Illustration of a hockey puck sliding across fresh ice toward an open net, with blue and burgundy arena lights in the background #21 · Lightning vs. Avalanche Avalanche beat Lightning 6-3 as Nathan MacKinnon posts four points Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and three assists and Colorado beat Tampa Bay 6-3 on Friday, snapping the Lightning's three-game win streak at Ball Arena.
  22. Illustration of a soccer ball curling into the top corner of a net under stadium floodlights at night #22 · Atlante vs. San Luis Atlético San Luis beats Atlante 1-0 as Galdames scores a stunner and Lajud saves a late penalty Benjamín Galdames scored in the 59th minute and Gibrán Lajud saved a stoppage-time penalty as Atlético San Luis won 1-0 at Atlante in Liga MX on Friday.
  23. Illustration of a basketball dropping through the hoop in a packed arena, with purple and red light streaks across the court #23 · Raptors vs. Wizards Raptors beat Wizards 112-102 as Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett lead stingy Toronto Scottie Barnes had 28 points and 14 rebounds, RJ Barrett scored 23 and Toronto forced 23 turnovers in a 112-102 win over Washington on Friday night.
  24. Illustration of an empty basketball court after a lopsided game, a lone ball resting near the baseline under bright arena lights #24 · Hawks vs. Hornets Hawks rout Hornets 128-81 for the largest win in franchise history as Charlotte is booed at home Jalen Johnson had 19 points as Atlanta crushed Charlotte 128-81, a 47-point franchise record, in the Hornets' first home game since trading LaMelo Ball.
  25. Illustration of a football sailing between goalposts at night under stadium lights, with a scoreboard glow and no readable text #25 · Army vs. Tulsa Army beats Tulsa 38-35 on Dawson Jones' 50-yard field goal on the final play Dawson Jones hit a 50-yard field goal as time expired and Cale Hellums ran for three touchdowns as Army rallied past Tulsa 38-35 on Friday night.