The Sacramento Kings lost 103-99 to the Lakers, despite De'Aaron Fox's 31 points, marking their third consecutive defeat. LeBron James scored 32 points for the Lakers. The Kings' record fell to 13-16.

Hawaii men's basketball triumphed over Charlotte with a 78-61 win, advancing to the Diamond Head Classic semifinals, led by Gytis Nemeiksa and Marcus Greene's combined 46 points.

Quarterback Anthony Colandrea transfers to UNLV from Virginia, bringing his experience of over 4,000 passing yards to a team with high expectations after a solid season.

The Las Vegas Raiders ended their 10-game losing streak with a 19-14 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars, with key performances from quarterback Aidan O'Connell and rookie tight end Brock Bowers.

100-year-old Peggy Coppom, a longtime Colorado Buffaloes fan, struck the Heisman pose next to the trophy, capturing hearts and garnering attention across media.

UTEP men's basketball narrowly defeated Yale 75-74 to win their second consecutive Sun Bowl Invitational, with MVP Otis Frazier III's crucial block securing the win.

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired Jesús Luzardo from the Marlins, betting on his rebound from injury. In return, Miami received prospects Emaarion Boyd and Starlyn Caba, reflecting their strategy for future growth.

Paul Goldschmidt has signed a one-year, $12.5 million contract with the New York Yankees, pending a physical. He brings experience to the team's lineup that lost Anthony Rizzo.

Michael Penix Jr. led the Atlanta Falcons to a 34-7 win over the New York Giants, performing nearly flawlessly in his NFL debut and boosting the team's playoff contention.

Landon McNamara won the 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational, surfing 40-foot waves and scoring a perfect wave, concluding a historic event with notable competitors.

Cookeville's Leisure Services Department is now accepting registrations for its 2025 Youth Volleyball League, with sign-ups open until January 3, 2025.

Victor Wembanyama scored 30 points and blocked 10 shots in a game, setting a blocks record and becoming the 15th fastest to 200 career three-pointers. His team, the San Antonio Spurs, also won their latest game by a significant margin.

The Texas Longhorns defeated Clemson 38-24 to advance to the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, featuring key plays from Jaydon Blue and Quintrevion Wisner.