Sources: Mavs overhaul again, trade AD to Wiz
The Mavericks are trading 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Wizards as part of an eight-player trade, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.
admin
Source: Cardinals’ LaFleur hires Hackett as OC
The Cardinals are hiring Nathaniel Hackett as their offensive coordinator, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Sources: Sixers trade McCain to OKC for 4 picks
The 76ers are trading guard Jared McCain to the Thunder for a 2026 Rockets first-round pick and three second-round picks, sources told ESPN.
Hamlin reinjured in fall searching fire wreckage
Denny Hamlin says he plans to compete in the 2026 NASCAR season despite aggravating an existing shoulder injury in a fall while he was searching the damage from a house fire that killed his father.
We’re Still Standing
In October 2025, Angelenos marked the 50th anniversary of Elton John’s two-night stand at Dodger Stadium. Elton’s inspired performances mesmerized his fans, while newspapers splashed photos of his dazzling Dodger-blue-and-white sequined costume worldwide. As we head over the crest of another twenty-first century decade, it’s easy for us aging boomers to bemoan the swift passage … Read more
Song of the Week No. 7: Top 7 Outros
Tension drives the best rock ’n’ roll songs, followed by release. Chords that fill layers of frequencies get balanced out by space. Some artists use tried-and-true formats, like verse, chorus, and bridge; others meander in magical ways and somehow still capture our fancy. I’m always pleased to hear a surprise frame tacked onto the melody. … Read more
Song of the Week #6: Top 6 Segues
Many artists treat the transition from one song to another as a subtle form of communication. When the occasion arises, they seamlessly blend two songs. The Grateful Dead specialized in this sort of misdirection. Many of their tunes locate and inhabit wormholes leading to other musical galaxies. For example, “Slipknot” evolved as a means to … Read more
The Boys of Winter
If you’re the type of person who visits theme parks for the sudden, intense rush of motion simulators, the Sphere will act like cotton candy on your brain. For those of us who prefer slow, old-fashioned rides and choose to remain in control of our adventures in outer space, I strongly suggest you stay away. … Read more
Song of the Week No. 5: 5 Funniest Rock ’n’ Roll Songs
What rock ’n’ roll songs made you laugh out loud the first time you heard them? I’m not talking witty, sardonic, or smug. What’s flat-out funny? Certain artists specialize in the theater of the clever and absurd. Frank Zappa, Randy Newman, Warren Zevon, and Steely Dan come to mind. Even the Eagles gave us the … Read more
Road Diary
The songs, performances, and archival clips in Bruce Springsteen’s new Hulu documentary will satisfy most fans of the E Street Band. Primarily a concert film, it righteously delivers classics, recent tunes, and up-close views of the players. But the producers made two major mistakes, starting with the film’s name: Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the … Read more