Sports world delivered nonstop action this week, with historic championship moments, playoff-defining NFL clashes, college football shake-ups, and major global announcements across boxing, football, cricket, and badminton. From New York lifting silverware to controversy rocking college football, here’s a complete roundup of the biggest sports stories making headlines right now.
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NBA Cup Championship: Knicks End a 52-Year Banner Drought
The New York Knicks made NBA history by capturing the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup after thrillingly defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the championship game. The victory signified the franchise’s first major ”banner moment” in the last 50 years since 1973. Madison Square Garden and Knicks fans worldwide went to celebrate the victory.
The second iteration of the midseason tournament has made its impact felt, and with the Knicks winning, it has reignited controversy about its impact regarding the regular season. The competition has also made players and coaches take it seriously.
The success of the Cup has the league in its boldest stage yet with potential NBA expansion, and the success of the Cup has led the league to its potential global growth with Seattle and Las Vegas emerging as leading candidates. Inside the league, New York and Seattle Las Vegas emerging as the two leading candidates for expansion. Inside the league, New York and Seattle Las Vegas emerging as the two leading candidates for expansion.
NFL News: Injuries, Comebacks, and Playoff Pressure
With only a few weeks left open for NFL teams in regular season matchups, teams are clashing in hopes of a playoff position. The KC Chiefs have a ‘hold your breath’ moment with a quarterback Patrick Mahomes injury, as he is pivotal to the playoff picture in the AFC. In the same breath, playoff hopeful teams are down a couple of players, notably defensive star Micah Parsons, who suffered an injury in the past week.
In an unexpected turn of events, the week is also host to a Philip Rivers appearance with the Indianapolis Colts as starting quarterback. His come out of retirement spectacle adds mystery to the AFC Wild Card as a result of injuries stripping Colts players away, as he attempts to prove that in sports, experience is more important than actual playing time.
Over in the Pittsburgh Steelers camp, they continue to firmly plant themselves as a dangerous postseason team with a dominant and statement win to the Miami Dolphins and an impressive extension to their win streak.
College Football: Bowl Season Begins Amid Transfer Portal Frenzy
While there’s been plenty of college football action on the field in college football’s bowl season, the off-field action has been notable as well, including the first of the bowl games.
Off the field, the transfer portal has seen North Texas’s Drew Mestemaker and Florida’s DJ Lagway enter the portal, making headlines and garnering attention of programs in need of quick upgrades.
This combined with the recent off-field incident involving former Michigan coach Sheronne Moore and his subsequent arrest and termination has left the college football world stunned and the off-field incident involving Moore has led to great speculation on leadership, responsibility, and the stability of Michigan’s program.
Other Sports Highlights: Boxing, FIFA, Cricket & Badminton
Boxing great and pound-for-pound legend Terence “Bud” Crawford recently walked away from the sport with a perfect 42-0 record and a legacy of greatness.
In football, World Cup 2026 FIFA, with the dollar amount of $655 million, is said to have unprecedented financial growth along with its newly approved record prize fund. With the new $60 dollar tier ticket introduced, the football world has seen its share of unscheduled growth in affordable ticketing.
Meanwhile, the BWF World Tour Finals in badminton are underway, showcasing the world’s top shuttlers in a season-ending showdown. In cricket, attention is fixed on the third Ashes Test, where momentum and national pride are on the line as the historic rivalry continues.
Who won the 2025 NBA Cup?
The New York Knicks captured the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, claiming their first major banner since 1973 after defeating the San Antonio Spurs and winning the championship.
What are the biggest NFL stories this week?
This week, the major headlines in the NFL pertain to the injuries of Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons, Philip Rivers returning as Colts quarterback, and the Steelers now leading the AFC North.
Why is the college football transfer portal trending?
Several high-profile players, including quarterbacks Drew Mestemaker and DJ Lagway creating heavy interest among top programs.
Has Terence Crawford retired from boxing?
On the note of impressive and dangerous athletes, undefeated athlete Terence “Bud” Crawford also announced retirement from professional sports after a 42-0 record.
What is FIFA’s World Cup prize fund for 2026?
For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, FIFA is also sponsoring the tournament with a record $655 million prize fund, making it more than all of the previous World Cup tournaments combined.
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