Giants have interest in 1 top college coach
The New York Giants have already identified a set of coaching candidates to replace Brian Daboll, and one prominent name from the college ranks is on the list.
The Giants have interest in Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman, according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic. They also have interest in a number of top NFL coordinators, including Kliff Kingsbury of Washington and Jeff Hafley of Green Bay.
Russini notes that other teams might also have interest in Freeman, with NFL executives impressed by his success at Notre Dame and his charisma and intangibles.
Despite all his success at Notre Dame, Freeman’s name comes up a lot in relation to major job openings at both the college and pro levels. He has shrugged off NFL interest in the past, but that interest remains serious, and he will not be able to duck it forever.
If Freeman is lured by an NFL team, it might have to be based on the prestige of coaching at a higher level. The Fighting Irish have made it very clear that they have no intention of letting an NFL team outbid them financially.
Freeman just finished his fourth full season as head coach of the Fighting Irish. He is 43-12 overall, including a 10-2 mark this season.
Mets sign their replacement for Pete Alonso
The New York Mets have gone in an unusual direction to replace first baseman Pete Alonso.
The Mets have agreed to a 2-year, $40 million deal with infielder Jorge Polanco. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that Polanco is expected to play first base for the Mets.
Infielder Jorge Polanco and the New York Mets are in agreement on a two-year, $40 million contract, sources tell ESPN. He is expected to play first base and DH.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 13, 2025
The Mets are essentially replacing Alonso, one of their most popular players, with a 32-year-old veteran who has never regularly played first base before. To say that is a gamble would be an understatement. Polanco is coming off an excellent season which saw him hit .265 with 26 home runs for the Seattle Mariners, but he hit just .213 in 2024, so he has not necessarily been a consistent performer.
Alonso left the Mets for the Baltimore Orioles on a five-year, $155 million contract. The Mets are saving money by bringing in a cheaper replacement in Polanco, but it is hard to argue that they actually got better by doing so.
Many fans were already questioning the Mets over what they saw as an underwhelming offseason so far. This signing is unlikely to change many opinions on that front.
Scott Frost is suing Nebraska
Former Huskers head football coach Scott Frost has launched a legal battle against the University of Nebraska Board of Regents, accusing the institution of breaching his contract and botching buyout payments that saddled him with a hefty tax liability.
Frost, fired in September of 2022, amid a dismal 16-31 record over five seasons, was due payments through his contract’s expiration on December 31, 2026.
The lawsuit, filed Friday in Lancaster County District Court, claims the university abruptly halted 2025 and 2026 liquidated damages, yet in a contradictory email, assured him those sums would cover his obligations — triggering a $1.7 million IRS tax hit on funds he never pocketed.
The complaint blasts the university’s stance as “muddled, internally inconsistent and transparently self-serving,” forcing Frost into legal fees, audit stress, and financial limbo.
“But, in the same email, the University expressly stated that the payments could be adjusted at a later date, without any further explanation,” the filing states.
Frost seeks court clarification on contract rights, an order for owed payments, and at least $5 million in damages. No hearing date is set.
University officials have yet to publicly address the lawsuit, but the case could drag into Nebraska’s gridiron offseason, spotlighting administrative accountability in college athletics’ high-stakes world.
Two Georgia football players arrested for shoplifting
In a fresh off-field controversy for the Georgia Bulldogs, freshmen offensive lineman Dontrell Glover and running back Bo Walker were arrested Friday on misdemeanor theft by shoplifting charges in Athens.
The incident, which occurred at a local retailer, led to their booking into Clarke County Jail late that afternoon — Walker at 5:30 p.m. and Glover at 5:55 p.m. — before each posted a $1,500 bond and were released
Glover, a Fairburn native and All-SEC freshman selection, started the final 11 games of the season, anchoring the line for the SEC champions.
Walker, from Decatur, contributed 100 rushing yards and three touchdowns across six reserve appearances, though he missed the SEC title game after surgery for injuries sustained in an earlier car accident.
University spokesman Steve Drummond acknowledged the arrests.
“We were informed of the charges and are currently in the process of gathering additional information,” he said in a statement to ESPN. “This is a pending legal matter, and we will not have further comment at this time.”
The arrests echo recent turmoil in the program.
Just weeks ago, redshirt freshman Nyier Daniels was dismissed by coach Kirby Smart following his arrest on 13 charges, including felony fleeing police at over 150 mph and child cruelty, in Commerce.
As Georgia prepares for the College Football Playoff, these incidents raise questions about player conduct under Smart’s watch, potentially impacting team morale and recruitment.
Details on stolen items remain undisclosed, with court dates pending.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says Thunder want to beat Warriors’ record
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t mince words when asked if the Oklahoma City Thunder are chasing the NBA’s single-season wins record of 73, set by the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors.
“Absolutely. Winning matters,” the All-Star guard declared during a press conference ahead of the NBA Cup semifinals. “And no matter what form it looks like to me. So absolutely.”
The Thunder, boasting a blistering 24-1 record, have matched the Warriors’ best 25-game start in league history. Their 16-game winning streak puts them on pace to eclipse the mark, and Gilgeous-Alexander wants to win every night.
“We are trying to be a better version of ourselves every night we go out there, and we like to hunt in that form,” he said, via ESPN. “If we didn’t get better tonight, then we wasted an opportunity. That’s kind of how we see it.”
Forward Harrison Barnes, a veteran of that Warriors squad, cautioned about the toll of such pursuits.
“It’s tiring. It’s tiring,” Barnes told ESPN. “Obviously, you deal with all types of narratives going into the season and things like that. But everything’s different. It was a lot.”
Oklahoma City faces the San Antonio Spurs Saturday, a matchup that counts toward regular-season standings. Teammate Jalen Williams echoed the mindset.
“If we are going to apply ourselves to anything, let’s do it to the best of your ability and try to win. That’s just our nature. That’s just how we play basketball,” he said.
With the NBA Cup on the line — one of the few blemishes last season — the Thunder are hunting history, one dominant performance at a time.
Colts coach may have been asked the worst question about Philip Rivers
In a press conference that could double as a comedy sketch, Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen fielded a query straight out of left field this week: “Is Philip Rivers the first player you’ve ever coached who’s older than you?”
Cue the mic drop — or rather, Steichen’s bemused pause.
“Ummm… I’ve coached him when he was older than me before,” he quipped. “So, obviously, with age, everyone gets older. That was true 10 years ago.”
Oof. The room erupted in chuckles, but let’s unpack this gem.
See, Steichen isn’t Rivers’ wide-eyed rookie coach. Back in 2016-2019, as the Los Angeles Chargers’ quarterbacks guru, he molded the ageless arm of Rivers, who racked up Pro Bowls and passing yards like it was his job — because it was.
Rivers, now 44 and fresh off high school coaching glory in Alabama, is back slinging it on the Colts’ practice squad amid a QB injury crunch. Talk about a plot twist.
The reporter? Probably skipped the research deep dive — Rivers’ 16 Charger seasons scream “veteran mentor.”
Hey, oversights happen; even pros need a fact-check buddy. But Steichen’s zinger? Pure gold. It reminds us: In the NFL’s whirlwind, a little homework keeps the laughs on the right side.
Report: Sherrone Moore made advances to other women
In a bombshell Wall Street Journal investigation, former Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore faces fresh allegations of misconduct beyond his suspected high-profile affair with staffer Paige Shiver.
The report reveals that at least two women lodged complaints with the university, accusing Moore of making unwanted online advances toward them during his tenure. These incidents, detailed in the probe that ultimately led to his firing for cause last week, paint a disturbing pattern of inappropriate behavior.
One complainant described Moore’s messages as persistent and unwelcome, escalating to discomforting propositions despite her clear disinterest. The second echoed similar experiences, noting his attempts to leverage his position for personal gain.
University officials, upon reviewing digital evidence, confirmed that the advances violated conduct policies, which contributed to the internal investigation’s findings.
This revelation compounds Moore’s woes. Hours after his dismissal — stemming from an “inappropriate relationship” with Shiver, whom he allegedly stalked for months and threatened with suicide post-breakup — Moore was detained by police in an assault probe.
Reports also surfaced of Moore wielding a knife during a confrontation at Shiver’s home, vowing self-harm to coerce reconciliation.
Michigan’s swift action underscores a zero-tolerance stance, but questions linger about oversight. As the fallout engulfs the program, the voices of victims demand accountability.
Mike McCarthy does not know how to pronounce Caleb Williams’ name
In a clip that’s got the NFL world in stitches, former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy turned the Pat McAfee Show into a comedy roast — unintentionally.
Chatting about nurturing young quarterbacks like Chicago’s second-year sensation, McCarthy dropped this gem: “Frankly, I wouldn’t be too hard on Kalib because he’s different.”
Host Pat McAfee, mid-sip of whatever caffeinated chaos fuels him, choked.
“Who?” he interjected.
McCarthy doubled down: “Kalib Williams.”
McAfee exploded into hysterics, wheezing, “It’s Caleb! Jesus Christ, you’re nowhere near it!”
The studio dissolved into tears as McCarthy, McAfee, and A.J. Hawk began poking fun at each other.
“I love it when you talk about other bulls–t,” McCarthy said, as McAfee playfully apologized for interrupting.
The irony? Last year, after Jerry Jones showed McCarthy the door post a bumpy 7-10 Cowboys season, Chicago nearly scooped him up to mentor none other than Caleb Williams.
McCarthy’s QB whisperer cred — turning Aaron Rodgers into an MVP machine and boosting Dak Prescott to 37-touchdown glory — had Bears fans dreaming of Super Bowl synergy. But they passed, opting for a fresh face amid their own 5-12 dumpster fire.
Imagine McCarthy barking play calls: “Kalib, hit ’em on the slant!”
Williams, ever the cool USC kid, might’ve just nodded and called in the play with his colorful nails.
McAfee, still wheezing, later quipped he’d never heard of a “quarterback coach” like that. Classic Mike: All heart, zero phonics. Who needs elocution when you’ve got Lombardi vibes?
Victor Wembanyama throws subtle shade when asked about the best player in the NBA
Victor Wembanyama had a rather unexpected answer when asked about who wears the biggest crown in the NBA today.
The San Antonio Spurs star sat down for an interview with ESPN ahead of his highly anticipated return from injury. Wembanyama missed the Spurs’ last 12 games due to a lingering calf issue.
Many fans and media members believe three-time MVP Nikola Jokic to be the best player in the league. But Wembanyama apparently doesn’t share the same sentiment, indicating that the Denver Nuggets star’s defensive abilities (or lack thereof) remove him from consideration.
“I think Jokic is the best offensive player. I don’t think he’s the best player,” Wembanyama said.
Victor Wembanyama on who is the best player in the NBA:
— Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA) December 13, 2025
“I think Jokic is the best offensive player. I don’t think he’s the best player… I think it’s between Giannis and Shai.”
“When I come back on the court, I think it will be me.”pic.twitter.com/ESHKmQyJ9x
Instead of Jokic, Wembanyama pointed to two-way superstars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as potential options — before pointing the arrow back at himself.
“It’s hard to say,” the Spurs phenom added. “I think it’s between Giannis and Shai. When I come back on the court, I think it will be me.”
It’s hard to know for sure how the comments would resonate with Jokic, who’s known for his easygoing personality, particularly off the court. Perhaps that had something to do with Wembanyama feeling comfortable enough to dismiss him as the league’s best player in the manner that he did. One can only imagine how a louder personality like LeBron James or Kevin Durant would have taken such a jab.
On the other hand, Jokic isn’t afraid to raise his level of intensity on the court, especially when challenged by opposing centers. Jokic has even done the same against Wembanyama in the past.
The next Spurs-Nuggets game in March should be interesting, to say the least.
Texans owner pulled elaborate stunt after he got ignored by CJ Stroud
Houston Texans owner Cal McNair showed the world how far he’s willing to go to secure a high five from his starting quarterback.
Stroud accidentally left McNair hanging after the signal caller led the Texans to a resounding road win over the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. Stroud went 15/31 for 203 yards and a touchdown in the contest, outdueling Patrick Mahomes in the 20-10 contest.
The Ohio State alum was generous in handing out high-fives after the victory. But Stroud hilariously stopped his high five train short of McNair, who looked toward the broadcast camera like he was a character on “The Office.”
Oh no, CJ Stroud accidentally left Texans owner Cal McNair hanging 😂(@benjicooksey from IG) pic.twitter.com/oWvP2qiof2
— Michael Schwab (@michaelschwab13) December 9, 2025
McNair responded to his awkward moment’s virality in the best way possible. The Texans owner filmed an elaborate video depicting him keeping his hand up for days after getting shunned by Stroud. Several Texans employees and even players were in on the joke, with McNair finally getting five up top from his star QB.
#TEXANS OWNER CAL MCNAIR WITH ONE OF THE FUNNIEST TIKTOKS OF ALL TIME AFTER CJ STROUD IGNORED HIM.
— MLFootball (@MLFootball) December 11, 2025
🤣🤣🤣
CRYING OF LAUGHTER WATCHING THIS. HE DID THIS ALL DAY LONG.
pic.twitter.com/3VxArKxEQm
One has to hand it to McNair for having a sense of humor about the whole thing.
It’s no surprise he was in great spirits to produce and star in such a video. Aside from finally getting the high five from Stroud, the Texans also gifted McNair with a five-game winning streak to improve to 8-5 through Week 14.
Warriors targeting a trade for notable 20-ppg scorer
The Golden State Warriors may be trying to acquire a Splash Nephew.
Golden State has been “open about their desire” to trade for New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III, Sam Amick of The Athletic reported on Friday. Amick notes that Pelicans players like Murphy and Herbert Jones are expected to attract “serious interest” from contenders amid New Orleans’ rotten 4-22 record this season.
Murphy, 25, is a budding three-level scorer who is averaging 21.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists a game this year on solid 49/36/91 shooting splits. He also has plenty of defensive upside at 6-foot-8 with a 7-foot wingspan.
In Oct. 2024, Murphy agreed to a four-year, $112 million rookie contract extension with the Pelicans. Currently in just his first year of that contract, Murphy will likely fetch a premium on the trade market if New Orleans does indeed make him available.
The Warriors do badly need a player of Murphy’s profile. Outside of elder statesmen Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler, Golden State’s best perimeter defender is rookie guard Will Richard, who is undersized. Meanwhile, outside of Steph Curry, Golden State’s best three-point shooter is Buddy Hield, who is a lousy defender and is in the middle of a career-worst year with just 8.0 points per game. Murphy could hypothetically solve both those issues at once.
When it comes to the assets that the Warriors would have to trade, the likes of Hield and Jonathan Kuminga could be contract-match options while Richard, Brandin Podziemski, and Moses Moody fit as young upside pieces as well. While the Pelicans may be able to get a better return for Murphy elsewhere, the interest from the 13-12 Warriors (who have some glaring defensive issues in particular right now) is very much there.
Blue Jays signing standout pitcher to $37 million deal
The Toronto Blue Jays are adding another impact arm to their pitching staff.
The Blue Jays are reportedly in agreement with veteran relief pitcher Tyler Rogers on a three-year, $37 million contract. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the deal includes a vesting option for a fourth year, which would trigger an additional $11 million in annual salary.
Free-agent reliever Tyler Rogers in agreement with Blue Jays on three-year, $37M contract with vesting option, source tells @TheAthletic. Value with option is $48M.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) December 13, 2025
Rogers has quietly been one of the most dependable relief pitchers in baseball since he came into the league in 2019. He has a career ERA of 2.76 with a 1.10 WHIP across seven MLB seasons.
The 34-year-old was even better last season, posting a 1.98 ERA and 0.94 WHIP split between his time with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets.
Rogers adds his signature submarine sidearm delivery to a Blue Jays bullpen that was the definition of mediocre in 2025. Toronto’s 3.98 ERA among its relief pitchers ranked 16th in the majors and 8th in the American League.
The Blue Jays have committed a ton of money on pitching this offseason. Aside from backing up the Brinks truck to pay Dylan Cease, Toronto also landed the reigning MVP of South Korea’s KBO League.
Jim Harbaugh issues a 3-word reaction to the Sherrone Moore situation
Jim Harbaugh is reacting to the troubling saga this week involving his former assistant.
Speaking with reporters on Friday, the Los Angeles Chargers head coach Harbaugh was asked about the situation involving fired ex-Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore. In response, Harbaugh gave a three-word reaction.
“Still processing that,” said Harbaugh.
“[I] heard that, Chad Jessup told me, one of our equipment guys, when we were coming off the field on Thursday,” Harbaugh added. “So, still processing that. Like a lot of people, I’m sure.”
Harbaugh was Moore’s predecessor as the head coach at Michigan from 2015-23, a span that culminated with the Wolverines winning the national title in 2023. Moore first began as a tight ends coach under Harbaugh in 2018 before later being promoted to co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach.
Eventually, Moore became the full-time offensive coordinator for Michigan and even served as acting head coach when Harbaugh was suspended over the university’s infamous sign-stealing scandal. When Harbaugh left to take the Chargers job in 2024, Moore became the permanent head football coach for the Wolverines.
But Moore was stunningly fired by Michigan earlier this week after an internal investigation uncovered “credible evidence” suggesting that Moore had engaged in a supposedly inappropriate relationship with a team staffer. Moore was then arrested hours after his firing and has since been arraigned on multiple charges for allegedly stalking and threatening the staffer following their breakup (read the full details here).
Brother of Kellen Moore lands head coach job
There will be another head football coach in the Moore family.
Kirby Moore, who is the brother of current New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore, will be the next head coach at Washington State. He will take over for Jimmy Rogers, who went 6-6 with the Cougars this season and left to replace Matt Campbell at Iowa State.
Kirby Moore is 35 and has been serving as the offensive coordinator for Missouri the last three years. Like his brother, Kirby played high school ball for their father Tom at Prosser High School in Washington. Both Moore brothers went on to play college ball at Boise State. Kellen famously played quarterback for the Broncos from 2008-2011, while Kirby played wide receiver for the school from 2009-2013.
Over his four seasons at Boise State, Kirby Moore had 115 catches for 1,137 yards and 6 touchdowns. He immediately began his coaching career following his playing career. He started with the College of Idaho as a wide receivers coach in 2014, moved to Washington as a graduate assistant, and he had stints as an offensive coach at Fresno State from 2017-2022.
From 2022-2024, Moore was an offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach (2022 at Fresno State and the following two years at Missouri). He served as Missouri’s OC in 2025, dropping the QB coach role. The Tigers have gone 29-9 over the last three seasons, with their offense averaging just over 32 points in two of the three seasons.
Washington State is set to join the revamped Pac-12 for the 2026 season. They were an independent program in 2024 and 2025.
Josh Allen announces major news with wife Hailee Steinfeld
Josh Allen is about to become a father for the first time.
The Buffalo Bills star quarterback Allen announced in a joint post with his actress wife Hailee Steinfeld that they are expecting their first child together. The couple shared video clips from a maternity shoot that they recently did.
Take a look.
Allen and Steinfeld, both 29 years old, were first spotted going on dates together back in 2023. They ended up becoming engaged in Nov. 2024 and finally tied the knot in late May of this year.
Some stunning photos also later emerged of the Allen-Steinfeld wedding, a private ceremony that took place at a resort in California. Now some seven months after their wedding, the couple has announced the exciting news that Steinfeld is pregnant.
A former child actress, Steinfeld has featured in multiple high-profile films over the years, most recently earning critical acclaim thanks to her role in the 2025 movie “Sinners.” Meanwhile, Allen was the 2024 NFL Most Valuable Player as well as a three-time career Pro Bowl honoree. He has led the Bills to a 9-4 record this year, posting 3,083 passing yards and 34 total touchdowns (22 passing and 12 rushing).
Pete Alonso picks an interesting new jersey number with Orioles
Pete Alonso has a fresh new team and also a fresh new jersey number.
The five-time MLB All-Star slugger Alonso was officially introduced by the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. Alonso had agreed to a monster five-year contract with the Orioles earlier in the week, leaving his longtime team the New York Mets in order to do so.
During his introductory press conference, Alonso put on his new jersey number for Baltimore — No. 25.
Pete Alonso puts on his Orioles jersey for the first time pic.twitter.com/Mk1AIOH2tq
— SNY Mets (@SNY_Mets) December 12, 2025
In a video feature later in the day on Friday, Alonso shared the reason behind picking No. 25. It is a nod to the year 2025, during which Alonso welcomed his first child (a son named Sonny) with wife Haley.
The meaning behind the number pic.twitter.com/E1VvmTKx1j
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) December 12, 2025
Alonso had worn No. 20 for his entire MLB career, which began with the Mets in 2019. But the No. 20 is retired in Baltimore in honor of the late Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Robinson.
As such, the former MLB home runs leader Alonso will be sporting some new digits in 2026 and beyond for the Orioles. Baltimore’s splashy offseason might not be over yet either as they have also recently been linked to a multi-time All-Star pitcher in free agency.
Utah announces big news about Kyle Whittingham
The Utah Utes announced some major news on Friday surrounding Kyle Whittingham.
Utah shared a note from Whittingham saying that he was stepping down as the head coach of the Utes.
“The time is right to step down from my position as the head football coach at the University of Utah,” Whittingham wrote in his note.
“It’s been an honor and a privilege to lead the program for the past 21 years and I’m very grateful for the relationships forget with all the players and assistant coaches that have worked so hard and proudly worn the drum and feather during our time here.
“The opportunity to guide so many talented young men as they pursued their goals — both on and off the field, has truly been a blessing. Thank you to the University, the Salt Lake community, all of Ute Nation, and most of all my wife and family for your unwavering support that has helped make Utah Football what it is today.”
𝗞𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗨𝘁𝗮𝗵 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵.
— Utah Football (@Utah_Football) December 12, 2025
𝘼𝙡𝙡-𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙨𝙩 head coach in Utah Football history will coach his last game for the Utes in the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec. 31. #GoUtes pic.twitter.com/ii706lcGXW
Whittingham gathered his team after practice on Friday to announce the news. He is passing the torch along to defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley, who last year was named the head coach-in-waiting.
The announcement begs the question: to what extent did Whittingham leave willingly? Utah’s athletic department just took on some private equity investment. Whittingham’s statement also does not explicitly say that he is retiring. The Athletic says he could look to other coaching opportunities.
Utah is 10-2 and facing Nebraska in the Las Vegas Bowl, which will be Whittingham’s final game as Utah’s head coach. Utah went 177-88 under Whittingham. They won the Mountain West once and Pac-12 twice under his leadership. He was a two-time Pac-12 Coach of the Year and was also a Mountain West Coach of the Year.
Knicks reportedly could reunite with a beloved former player
The New York Knicks could potentially be getting The Nova Crew back together.
The Knicks have had exploratory trade discussions with the Minnesota Timberwolves about guard Donte DiVincenzo, Kris Pursiainen of ClutchPoints reported on Friday. Pursiainen adds that the Knicks have also discussed the possibility of a Jose Alvarado trade with the New Orleans Pelicans.
DiVincenzo, 28, is a former NBA champion with the Milwaukee Bucks. He also notably played for the Knicks in the 2023-24 season before being sent to Minnesota as part of the Karl-Anthony Towns trade two summers ago. Since that trade took place in a different league year, DiVincenzo is now eligible to return to the Knicks.
During his time with the Knicks, DiVincenzo was especially beloved. He used to be college teammates at Villanova with the Knicks’ current standout trio of Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, and Josh Hart. DiVincenzo also had some clutch moments during the Knicks’ playoff run that year, including a memorable game-winning shot in the first round against the Philadelphia 76ers.
This season, the 17-7 Knicks need more depth in the backcourt alongside Brunson and Hart. Backup guard Miles McBride is currently out with an ankle injury, and newcomer Jordan Clarkson is a historically poor defender who has also regressed offensively this year.
The 3-and-D wing DiVincenzo is averaging 13.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game for Minnesota this season. Meanwhile, he is signed for $12 million this year and $12.5 million next year.
There were some rumors after DiVincenzo got traded from New York that he was supposedly unhappy about his time with the Knicks. But that apparently is not stopping the Knicks from exploring the possibility of a reunion over a year later.
Report: Mets eyeing a former 38-HR hitter after Pete Alonso’s departure
The New York Mets appear to be in full-on contingency mode after Pete Alonso’s exit.
The Mets have recently made trade inquiries about Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Thursday. Heyman does note however that the Mets would like money back from the White Sox to offset Robert’s salary in any potential deal.
This news comes after the Mets just lost longtime slugger Pete Alonso in free agency earlier this week. Alonso, who had been with the Mets since the start of his career in 2019, left to sign a monster deal with the Baltimore Orioles.
Robert, 28, is a few years younger than Alonso, 31, and is also a fellow righty power bat. He was an All-Star and a Silver Slugger Award winner in 2023 (when he produced 38 home runs and 80 RBIs) and won a Gold Glove Award in center field back in 2020 as well.
That said, Robert has been pummeled by injuries in recent years and missed over 50 games last season for a second straight year. On top of that, Robert is a poor hitter for average these days and batted a miserable .223 last season to go along with his 14 home runs, 53 RBIs, and 33 stolen bases.
Robert remains under team control with the White Sox for two more years but might be a slightly negative asset at this point with the hefty $20 million that he is owed next season (with a $20 million club option for 2027 as well). But the Mets could be desperate to save face after Alonso’s departure and have since been linked to a far older righty power bat too.
UCLA gets rid of beloved coach as Bob Chesney cleans house
Incoming UCLA coach Bob Chesney is making big changes to the staff, and that includes parting ways with a very popular coach.
Tight ends coach and interim offensive coordinator Jerry Neuheisel will not be a part of Chesney’s staff. David Woods of Bruin Report said Dean Kennedy, Chesney’s offensive coordinator at James Madison, is likely to follow him to UCLA in the same role.
per @BruinReport , Jerry Neuheisel will not be part of Bob Chesney's staff.
— Barstool UCLA (@StoolWestwood) December 11, 2025
Many other coaches are not expected to return either. pic.twitter.com/alnDRur3dl
Neuheisel actually sparked speculation that he could become head coach himself after DeShaun Foster was fired in September. The offense initially surged under his guidance, and they put up 42 points in an upset win over Penn State in October. Eventually, the team came back to earth, and only reached the 20-point mark in one of their final five games.
Neuheisel was also a UCLA quarterback from 2012-2015 under Jim Mora. He went into coaching in 2017 and has been at his alma mater since 2018, working his way up from graduate assistant to wide receivers coach and now tight ends coach.
For those reasons alone, Bruins fans will not want to see Neuheisel depart. The way UCLA’s season ended, however, Chesney cannot be faulted for wanting to bring in his own personnel.
