The Detroit Lions are close to the Super Bowl, causing excitement among fans, highlighted by a loud celebration that experts warn could cause hearing loss.

Lamar Jackson led the Ravens to a 34-10 victory over the Texans, with Jackson contributing four touchdowns. Houston's playoff hopes were ended despite a turnaround season.

Victor Wembanyama led Spurs to a 131-127 win against Wizards with 24 points after recovering from an ankle sprain.

The Timberwolves beat the injury-plagued Grizzlies 118-103, with Edwards scoring 26 points in the second half, enhancing their top position in the West.

Sam Houston Race Park begins its 30th season, including traditional horse racing and quirky events featuring wiener dogs, corgis, camels, and ostriches, from January 5 to June 15.

The Atlanta Falcons are interviewing candidates for their head coach position, including Raheem Morris and Joe Brady, after meeting with Bill Belichick.

Kirill Kaprizov led the Minnesota Wild to a 6-4 win over the Florida Panthers, scoring twice in a game featuring five Wild power-play goals. Marc-Andre Fleury and Filip Gustavsson shared goaltending duties due to Fleury's injury.

The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships are taking place on Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis, with participants from across the globe competing in frigid conditions for the Silver Scoop and Golden Shovel.

The Cavaliers secured their seventh straight win, beating the Hawks 116-95, with Donovan Mitchell contributing 18 points and eight assists. Trae Young left the game early due to an injury.

The Miami Heat retired Udonis Haslem's No. 40 jersey in an emotionally charged ceremony, celebrating his 20-year tenure and significant impact on the team and community.

The Pistons lost to the Bucks 141-135 despite their bench scoring 85 points, as Lillard and Antetokounmpo led Milwaukee.

The Detroit Lions will soon play a Tampa Bay Buccaneers team that has changed since their last meeting, presenting a playoff game that will be different from their previous encounter.

Miami Hurricanes tight end Cam McCormick gears up for a ninth season of college football, looking to overcome a history of injuries and eyeing a shot at the NFL.