Category: Trades (Sports)

Nets Cut the Drama and Rekindle Championship Hopes

The New York Times – Sports:
Kevin Durant’s trade request, a coaching change and Kyrie Irving’s suspension made the Nets look destined for another season of disappointment. Now, they’re the hottest team in the Eastern Conference.
In L.A. Since the ’80s, the Clippers Are Finally Planting a Flag

The New York Times – Sports:
Superstar players have chosen the oft-overlooked team, whose deep-pocketed owner is betting big — with his own money — that fans will choose it, too.
Deshaun Watson’s Return Is Met With Boos, and a Win

The New York Times – Sports:
The Browns’ defense and special teams scored three touchdowns in a win over the Texans. But the game took a back seat to Deshaun Watson’s return from an 11-game suspension.
The Celtics Have Found a New Way to Be Better Than Everyone Else

The New York Times – Sports:
Boston was the best defensive team last season en route to the N.B.A. finals. Not so much this year. A scorching offense has helped them to the best record this year.
The Rams Bet It All for a Title. The Tab Is Coming Due.

The New York Times – Sports:
The ring-winning nucleus of Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, Aaron Donald and Jalen Ramsey remains intact but is loping through the 2022 season without solid support from the rest of the roster.
NFL Week 9 Predictions

The New York Times – Sports:
The Jets look to prove themselves against the Bills, the Dolphins and Bears will show off trade pickups, and Derrick Henry and the Titans face well rested Kansas City.
It Was ‘Win Now’ vs. ‘Win Later’ at the NFL’s Trade Deadline

The New York Times – Sports:
The Vikings pulled off an in-division trade, the Ravens got some help for the middle of their defense, and the Jaguars made a bet on the future.
Geno Smith Isn’t the Only Reason the Seahawks Are Riding a Mile High

The New York Times – Sports:
A new offensive system, a resurgent quarterback, and a stellar draft class have the Seahawks soaring in the N.F.C. West.
The Milwaukee Bucks Are Betting on Déjà Vu

The New York Times – Sports:
Of course Giannis Antetokounmpo is back this season — but so is almost everyone else. Continuity could give Milwaukee an edge amid the N.B.A.’s roster upheavals.