Angels’ Anthony Rendon expected to retire amid contract buyout talks

Josh Hart delivered an outstanding performance for the New York Knicks, scoring 19 points in the first half against the Charlotte Hornets, including a perfect 3-point shooting display with three successful attempts. His final shot of the half, a 3-pointer with just 1.2 seconds remaining, highlighted his offensive prowess and helped the Knicks maintain momentum in the game.

The Phoenix Suns have surprised many by achieving an 11-7 record, currently placing them sixth in the Western Conference, despite expectations of a challenging season following their offseason roster changes. This performance comes ahead of their matchup against the Sacramento Kings, a team that has also shown resilience in recent games.

Gradey Dick of the Toronto Raptors was ruled out of the game against the Indiana Pacers due to a head injury sustained while attempting to grab a rebound. The team is currently assessing him for a possible concussion, which has led to his early exit from the game.

The Los Angeles Chargers received positive news as running back Omarion Hampton returned to practice in a limited capacity ahead of their Week 13 game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Hampton has been on injured reserve since October due to a fractured ankle but expressed that he now feels 'amazing' and is aiming to return to full participation soon.

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders has garnered significant attention ahead of his upcoming start against the San Francisco 49ers, receiving commendations from 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. Sanders previously led the Browns to a 24-10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in his debut, showcasing his potential as a starting quarterback in the NFL.

LSU football has announced that Michael Van Buren will start as quarterback against Oklahoma, replacing Garrett Nussmeier, who is sidelined. This decision comes as the team prepares for a crucial matchup that could impact their season.

Brian Kelly has been officially terminated as head coach of LSU football, with the university agreeing to pay him a full buyout of $54 million following a legal dispute regarding his dismissal, which he claims was without cause. This decision comes after a disappointing season for the team, marked by significant losses, including a notable defeat to Texas A&M.

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish faced the Houston Cougars for the second consecutive season at the Players Era Festival, resulting in another loss for Notre Dame. Head coach Micah Shrewsberry expressed his desire to avoid playing Houston in the future after this disappointing outcome.