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THUNDER LOSE TWO STARTERS TO SURGERY! IS OKC'S CHAMPIONSHIP DEFENSE IN TROUBLE?
OKC's Williams and Wallace The Oklahoma City Thunder received devastating news Monday when general manager Sam Presti announced that Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace will both undergo surgery. Williams suffered a fractured fibula and dislocated left ankle during Oklahoma City's victory over the Clippers. Wallace sustained a torn labrum in his left shoulder during the same game. Both players face uncertain recovery timelines, with the possibility of missing the remainder of the season. Williams is entering the first year of a five-year, $239 million maximum contract, while Wallace recently signed a five-year, $139 million extension. Oklahoma City has championship-level talent, but losing two important rotation players could significantly change its season. Powcast reaction: Two starters needing surgery after only three games! Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander carry OKC through this? ... See more
LeBron Says Center Role Is Temporary as Sixers Struggle on Glass Plus GINEBRA Day! | Powcast Basketball Daily
LeBron James can cover Philadelphia’s center shortage, but he has made clear that it should remain an emergency assignment. Oklahoma City’s surgery update, Austin Reaves’ explanation of Luka Doncic’s late rhythm and Converge’s crowded award challenge supply today’s other stories. 1. LeBron’s center shift exposes a problem bigger than one lineup LeBron pointed toward Joel Embiid when asked about starting at center: “I’m not here to have a sustainable role at the 5.” ESPN’s Kris Rhim reported that Sunday’s assignment against Detroit was his first start there since the 2021 to 2022 season. Embiid was unavailable for right foot plantar fasciitis management, while injuries also sidelined Jabari Walker, Dominick Barlow and Tacko Fall. The consequence is more revealing than the unusual lineup. Philadelphia has been outrebounded in all four games, including by 17 against Detroit. Adem Bona, its only available true center, supplied 13 rebounds in 25 minutes and earned LeBron’s praise. After... ... See more
Canelo Card Loses Delgado as Garcia Calls Late Travel Impossible | Powcast Boxing Daily
Robert Garcia has drawn a line on the Canelo Alvarez card: a world title opportunity cannot make an unworkable fight week acceptable. His explanation leads today’s edition, alongside Devin Haney’s reported homecoming and the small detail that convinced Marc Ramsay he could build something with Christian Mbilli. 1. Garcia says Delgado could not arrive ready to fight Getting Lindolfo Delgado to Riyadh was only part of Garcia’s problem. Speaking on Monday’s BoxingScene Today, the trainer said delayed travel arrangements would leave his fighter crossing time zones, adjusting to unfamiliar conditions and cutting weight in the same compressed stretch. Lance Pugmire reported Garcia’s verdict for BoxingScene: “Fight’s off.” Delgado had been scheduled to face Arthur Biyarslanov for the vacant IBF junior welterweight title. Garcia also cited security concerns and the prospect of a lengthy drive after landing outside Saudi Arabia. Those are his stated reasons for withdrawing. The meaningful c... ... See more
Ginebra vs. SMB: 5 Things the Gin Kings Must Do to Win the Series | Video
I’m a Ginebra supporter. My pick to win this series is San Miguel Beer. Looking at the Beermen’s scoring options and Ginebra’s uneven campaign, I see SMB as the more complete team entering this matchup. That is my assessment, even if the Ginebra fan in me wants a different outcome. San Miguel finished the eliminations at 9–3 , while Ginebra secured its playoff place at 5–5 . Their best-of-five Governors’ Cup quarterfinal begins October 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum . First to three wins advances. www.pba.ph Ginebra has a path to winning this series. These are the five things I believe must happen. 1. Jordan Murphy must deliver something close to his best game The responsibility falls heavily on Jordan Murphy, and we have already seen what he can provide. In his debut against Rain or Shine, he produced 30 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists and four blocks . www.pba.ph In my video, I called for a perfect or near-perfect game from Murphy. That is a high standard, but ... ... See more
Jaylen Brown Denies Tatum Feud but Repeats the PR Team Remark | Powcast Basketball Daily
Jaylen Brown says there is no feud with Jayson Tatum, but his repeated praise of Tatum’s PR team kept the conversation alive. TNT’s defensive communication, Joel Embiid’s passing and a costly Phoenix foul supply the other stories beyond the scores. 1. Brown answers the feud question without explaining the original post Brown repeatedly denied having “beef” with Tatum while describing his former teammate as a great player with a “hell of a PR team.” ESPN’s Kris Rhim reported that Brown declined to explain the blue hat emoji he posted in response to Tatum’s account of being surprised by the offseason trade. That unanswered question is more specific than declaring their partnership a secret disaster. Tatum had already denied animosity and welcomed a conversation; Brown’s fresh response emphasized their responsibilities to different teams. Nine seasons together and the 2024 championship give the exchange weight, but neither player’s public words establish a complete account of their pr... ... See more
Navarrete Praises Foster as Arum Says He Had Mexican Ahead | Powcast Boxing Daily
Emanuel Navarrete congratulated O’Shaquie Foster, while Bob Arum said he had the Mexican ahead entering the final round. The contrasting assessments lead a morning that also brings Lomachenko’s comeback explanation, a proposed Pacquiao opponent that went nowhere, and a prospect’s revealing body attack. Lomachenko vs Charly Suarez next! https://t.co/i79p7uGdme — Powcast Sports (@POWCASTSPORTS) October 26, 2026 1. Navarrete and Arum offer different readings of Foster’s night Navarrete’s own assessment was generous: “His style was better than mine tonight,” he said after Foster’s unanimous decision, according to The Ring. Arum offered another reading in a Fight Hub TV interview, saying he had Navarrete slightly ahead before the 12th. That is Arum’s unofficial assessment, not a disputed official verdict: all three judges scored for Foster, who added two final-round knockdowns. The result resolves the style question raised in our earlier unification preview . The Ring reported CompuBo... ... See more
Coach Ariel Vanguardia an Assistant Coach at Vanguard University in California, USA
FILIPINO COACHES BELONG ON THE INTERNATIONAL STAGE! 🏀 Congratulations to Coach Ariel Vanguardia , who is now part of the coaching staff of Vanguard University in California, USA , serving as an Assistant Coach of its men's basketball team! This is another well-deserved milestone for a Filipino basketball mind who has spent nearly three decades building his coaching career. From leading the Westports Malaysia Dragons to the 2016 ASEAN Basketball League championship , earning ABL Coach of the Year honors , guiding JRU to the NCAA Finals , and serving as head coach of Phoenix and Blackwater in the PBA , Coach Ariel has certainly paid his dues. He was also given an opportunity to join the Atlanta Hawks' NBA Summer League coaching staff in 2024 , further expanding his international experience. What makes this achievement special is that it goes beyond one coach's success. It's another testament that Filipino coaches have the knowledge, experience, basketba... ... See more
VOLKANOVSKI KNOCKS OUT UNDEFEATED EVLOEV! 20-0 RECORD DESTROYED AT UFC 333!
Alexander Volkanovski retained his UFC featherweight championship with a second-round technical knockout of Movsar Evloev at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi. The stoppage came at 4:54 of Round 2 . Evloev entered the fight undefeated in 20 professional contests, but Volkanovski neutralized his grappling attempts and eventually took control through precise striking. The 38-year-old champion landed a damaging combination before finishing the challenger with unanswered punches. Volkanovski also received a Performance of the Night bonus. Powcast reaction: Twenty wins, zero losses—until Volkanovski! Is he the greatest featherweight in UFC history? ... See more
RAFAEL ESPINOZA GETS LAST-MINUTE REPLACEMENT! WBO APPROVES RICARDO BLANDON!
WBO featherweight champion Rafael Espinoza has received approval for a replacement opponent ahead of his October 31 title defense in Riyadh. The WBO approved No. 15 contender Ricardo Blandon after the local boxing commission declined to authorize Lorenzo Parra's participation. The specific reason for Parra's removal has not been publicly established. Blandon must still satisfy the applicable medical and regulatory requirements. The late change creates an unusual challenge for both fighters, with Espinoza needing to adjust his preparations and Blandon receiving limited notice for a world championship opportunity. Watch Ricardo Blandon vs Elias Vegas ... See more
NAOYA INOUE VS BAM RODRIGUEZ BACK IN PLAY? ROBERT GARCIA DEMANDS AN OFFER!
Trainer Robert Garcia has publicly urged Naoya Inoue's representatives to send a formal offer for a potential fight against Jesse Rodriguez. Garcia indicated that Rodriguez could proceed directly into an Inoue matchup if an agreement can be reached. The trainer had previously preferred another bantamweight fight for Rodriguez before taking on Inoue. However, Inoue has made it clear that he does not intend to wait indefinitely while considering a move toward featherweight. The proposed matchup would bring together two of boxing's most highly regarded pound-for-pound fighters. Important: No signed contract or finalized fight date has been announced. 🥊 “INOUE, SEND ME THAT F***ING CONTRACT!” 🔥 Robert Garcia has sent a direct message to Naoya Inoue’s team over a potential superfight with Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez. With Inoue reportedly pushing for the fight to happen by March and without another tune-up for Bam, Garcia questions why there’s such urgency. Garcia has consistently w... ... See more
KIEFFER ALAS SAVES ATENEO! BLUE EAGLES ESCAPE FEU IN THREE-POINT THRILLER!
The Ateneo Blue Eagles defeated the FEU Tamaraws, 75-72, ending a three-game losing streak. Kieffer Alas led Ateneo with 21 points, four rebounds and two steals. The Blue Eagles built an 18-point advantage but nearly surrendered the game after FEU mounted a late comeback. Alas converted crucial free throws in the final seconds to secure the victory. Ateneo improved to 4-4, while FEU also fell to 4-4 after suffering its third consecutive defeat. Powcast reaction: Kieffer Alas delivers again! Is he already becoming Ateneo's most important player? ... See more
Luka Doncic’s 11 Turnovers Reaction Put Lakers’ New Support to Work, | Powcast Basketball Daily
Luka Doncic’s career-high 11 turnovers gave the Lakers an uncomfortable opportunity to show who else could finish a game. Golden State’s closing mistakes, Philadelphia’s first LeBron James absence and Cooper Flagg’s MRI supply today’s other developments beyond the scores. 1. Reaves and Kessler finish the job when Doncic gets loose with the ball Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler supplied the late answers while Doncic wrestled with the highest turnover total of his NBA career. When the Clippers trimmed the gap to six points, Kessler converted two free throws and Reaves later ended a scoring drought with a bank shot, Karin Abcarians reported for Silver Screen and Roll. Kessler also produced six blocks and three steals, adding defensive disruption to the finishing covered in our earlier account of his perfect Lakers debut . The Associated Press noted that he has now scored at least 20 points in consecutive games for the first time in his NBA career. Powcast’s reading: the encouraging dev... ... See more
Dalton Smith Keeps Belt as Filipino Judge Scores for Puello Plus VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS | Powcast Boxing Daily
Dalton Smith kept his world title, but Filipino judge Rey Danseco saw Alberto Puello as the winner. Elsewhere, Naoya Inoue’s agent is working on the Bam Rodriguez deal, and Keyshawn Davis has secured freedom before securing his next opponent. 1. Smith owns the belt, while Danseco’s card tells another story Two judges gave Smith seven rounds; Danseco gave him four. That is the clearest explanation of the disagreement behind Sheffield’s split decision: Kieran McCann and Jon Llona Fernandez returned 115 to 113 for Smith, while Danseco scored 116 to 112 for Puello. A split verdict alone does not establish bad judging, but these cards describe meaningfully different readings of the same contest. Smith subsequently praised Puello’s awkwardness and experience, talkSPORT reported. The challenger’s threat, outlined in our earlier look at Puello’s Sheffield opportunity , survived the opening bell. Powcast’s view: any serious scoring debate should identify disputed rounds and effective punche... ... See more
TANAKA “TSABZ” SABURI RETURNS NOVEMBER 27 FOR THUNDERDOME 56
Photos: Mike O’Hara WA Junior Welterweight State Champion ready for another test as he takes on undefeated Joyful Islam at Metro City, Northbridge. Perth fight fans are in for another explosive night when Dragon Fire Boxing returns to Metro City in Northbridge on November 27 for the 56th edition of the iconic Thunderdome series. One of the card’s most anticipated matchups will see Tanaka “Tsabz” Saburi, boasting a 4-1 professional record, take on undefeated prospect Joyful Islam, who enters the contest with a perfect 2-0 record. Saburi, the WA Junior Welterweight State Champion, is determined to continue building his reputation in Australian professional boxing. While he has earned respect for his achievements so far, the talented fighter knows that every contest presents another opportunity to prove himself. Ahead of the November 27 showdown, Saburi spoke openly about his opponent, his preparation and the ambitions driving him forward. “First of all, I’ve got respect for Joyful Islam ... ... See more
LeBron James Embraces Philly’s Boos After Biggest Career Comeback | Powcast Basketball Daily
Courtesy of Sixers Facebook page LeBron James called Philadelphia’s boos “amazing” after experiencing the largest comeback victory of his career. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s choice to leave a record streak behind, Tim Cone’s bench minutes and Dalton Knecht’s fresh start supply the other stories beyond the scores. 1. LeBron welcomes the boos, and Nurse trusts the group without him LeBron James embraced the full Philadelphia experience in his first Sixers home appearance, including the boos that accompanied a dreadful first half. “Got the boos. That was amazing. And we deserved it,” he said afterward. The response gave his 29 point comeback against Cleveland a distinctly local character: the new arrival accepted the crowd’s criticism before celebrating its eventual roar. The revealing basketball detail came from Nick Nurse. LeBron was on the bench throughout the decisive 15 to 0 fourth quarter run, and Nurse resisted interrupting a group generating consecutive stops and baskets. Ja... ... See more
Navarrete and Foster Make Weight as Smith and Puello Clear Scales | Powcast Boxing Daily
Emanuel Navarrete 130 lbs vs. O'Shaquie Foster 129.8 lbs / photo by Top Rank Emanuel Navarrete and O’Shaquie Foster have made weight for their three belt unification in San Antonio. A Cebu title fight has also cleared the scales, while Sheffield offers both a world championship defense and a revealing prospect test. 1. Navarrete and Foster clear the final weight hurdle Emanuel Navarrete weighed 130 pounds and O’Shaquie Foster 129.8 at Friday’s weigh-in, clearing the championship limit for their San Antonio unification. The scale readings add a firm development to Powcast’s earlier coverage of Foster’s challenge to Navarrete’s size advantage . Navarrete brings the WBO and IBF belts, Foster the WBC, with the vacant Ring championship also available. For Filipino viewers, the contest offers a meaningful test of whether Navarrete can impose his unusual attacking rhythm against a disciplined opponent. Both have cleared the weight hurdle; the remaining challenge is making their contras... ... See more
LaMelo Ball’s Viral Travel Gets a Verdict From Referees’ Union
LaMelo Ball’s footwork has produced something more entertaining than another opening-night box score: a disagreement involving his brother and the referees’ union. Elsewhere, Portland welcomed Damian Lillard home, Walker Kessler collected an early All-Star endorsement, and Philadelphia experienced its first LeBron James home introduction. LaMelo defended the move. The referees’ union disagreed. LaMelo Ball had an explanation for the sequence that sent basketball fans counting his steps. The National Basketball Referees Association had a much shorter answer: it was a travel. The association explained that Ball gathered with his right foot on the floor, then took four steps after the gather when the rules permitted two. The clarification followed his side-step three-pointer against Miami, giving the discussion something firmer than competing slow-motion interpretations. This was a public explanation from the referees’ union, rather than an announcement changing the game’s result. baynews... ... See more
Luka Doncic and Walker Kessler Power Lakers Rout of Warriors | Powcast Basketball Daily
The Lakers opened a new era by giving Luka Doncic the spacing and vertical target Golden State could not handle. In the PBA, Ginebra enters tonight with a playoff berth almost secured, but its final seed still depends on finishing the job. 1. Doncic and Kessler expose the Warriors' thin front line Los Angeles beat Golden State 127 to 105 as Doncic posted 28 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, but Kessler supplied the sharper roster lesson. The new Lakers center scored 26 points on 12 for 12 shooting, grabbed nine rebounds and finished 10 dunks, repeatedly turning drives and passes into automatic points. Curry scored 23, including 20 before halftime, then managed only three in the third as the Lakers won that quarter 36 to 16. Golden State was missing Jimmy Butler, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, Charles Bassey and Kristaps Porzingis, whose uncertain health and Warriors trade situation now looks even more consequential. 2. Anthony Edwards overwhelms Miami despite Gianni... ... See more
