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Footy Fix: Liverpool travel to face Marseille, Chelsea host Pafos in Champions League Matchday 7 action
Hello! The penultimate week of the league phase continues in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, but halfway through Matchday 7’s slate, a theme seems to be emerging — Premier League teams are all over the map. I’m Pardeep Cattry with the latest, as Chelsea, Liverpool and Newcastle prepare to play.
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DA's office dismisses charge against former Santa Fe director of Public Works and Utilities
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office has dismissed a charge against John Dupuis, the former Santa Fe director of Public Works and Utilities, who allegedly stole a checked box full of gifts from the Santa Fe Regional Airport’s baggage claim in December 2024. According to court records, the DA’s office dismissed the […]
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Prince Harry says U.K. tabloid court battle is “not just about me”
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified Wednesday in his lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mail and insisted that his latest legal battle with Associated Newspaper Ltd. was “in the public interest.”
Harry and six other prominent figures, including Elton John and actor Elizabeth Hurley, allege that the publisher invaded their privacy by engaging in a “clear, systematic and sustained use of unlawful information gathering” for two decades, attorney David Sherborne said. The celebrities allege that the company illegally spied on them by hiring private investigators to hack their phones, bug their cars and access private records. Testimony from several private investigators, who have said they worked on behalf of Associated Newspapers, is set to be used in the trial.
Associated Newspapers Ltd. has denied the allegations, called them preposterous and said the roughly 50 articles in question were reported with legitimate sources that included close associates willing to inform on their famous friends.
Harry said in his 23-page witness statement that he was distressed and disturbed by the intrusion into his early life by the Mail and its sister publication the Mail on Sunday, and that it made him “paranoid beyond belief.” Harry also alleged that the lives of “thousands of people” were “invaded” by Associated “because of greed.”
“There is obviously a personal element to bringing this claim, motivated by truth, justice and accountability, but it is not just about me,” Harry said in a written statement unveiled as he entered the witness box. Under the English civil court system, witnesses present written testimony, and after asserting that it’s the truth are immediately put under cross examination. “I am determined to hold Associated accountable, for everyone’s sake … I believe it is in the public interest.”
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A heated cross examination
Harry, dressed in a dark suit, held a small Bible in his right hand in London’s High Court and swore to “almighty God that the evidence I shall give will be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.” After the Duke of Sussex said he preferred to be called Prince Harry, he acknowledged that his 23-page statement was authentic and accurate.
Defense lawyer Antony White, in a calm and gentle tone, began to put questions to Harry to determine if the sourcing of the articles, in fact, had come from royal correspondents working their sources at official events or from friends or associates of the prince. Harry said that his “social circles were not leaky” and disputed suggestions that he had been cozy with journalists who covered the royal family.
Harry suggested that information had come from eavesdropping on his phone calls or having private investigators snoop on him. He said journalist Katie Nicholl had the luxury to use the term “unidentified source” deceptively to hide unlawful measures of investigation.
“If you complain, they double down on you in my experience,” he said in explaining why he had not objected to the articles at the time.
As a soft-spoken Harry became increasingly defensive, White said: “I am intent on you not having a bad experience with me, but it is my job to ask you these questions.”
Eventually, Justice Matthew Nicklin intervened in the tense back-and-forth and told Harry not to argue with the defense lawyer as he tried to explain what it’s like living under what he called “24-hour surveillance.” Nicklin also reminded Harry that he does not “have to bear the burden of arguing the case today.”
At another point in his cross examination, Harry appeared close to tears as he said tabloids had made his wife Meghan’s life “an absolute misery.” Harry has previously said persistent press attacks led to the couple’s decision to leave royal life and move to the U.S. in 2020.
Harry’s media crusade
For decades, Harry has had what he called an “uneasy” relationship with the media, but kept mum and followed the family protocol of “never complain, never explain,” he said.
The litigation is part of Harry’s self-proclaimed mission to reform the media that he blames for the death of his mother, Princess Diana, who was killed in a car crash in 1997 while being pursued by paparazzi in Paris.
He said “vicious persistent attacks,” harassment and event racists articles about Meghan, who is biracial, had inspired him to break from family tradition to finally sue the press.
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It is Harry’s second time testifying after he bucked House of Windsor tradition and became the first senior royal to testify in a court in well over a century when he took the stand in a similar, successful lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mirror in 2023.
Last year, on the eve of another scheduled trial, Rupert Murdoch’s U.K. tabloid publisher NGN agreed to pay Harry “substantial damages” for privacy breaches, including phone hacking.
This trial is expected to last nine weeks and a written verdict could comes months later.
“If Harry wins this case, it will give him a feeling … that he wasn’t being paranoid all the time,” Royah Nikkhah, royal editor for The Sunday Times and a CBS News contributor, told CBS News on Monday. “If Harry loses this case, it’s huge jeopardy for him, not just in terms of cost, but in terms of pushing all the way to trial and not seeking to settle. So we have to wait and see, but it’s high stakes for Harry.”
CRYSTAL LAKE Names The Inspirations Behind Their Upcoming New Album, The Weight Of Sound
Crystal Lake is set to release their new record The Weight Of Sound on January 23, which is their first-ever full length with vocalist John Robert Centorrino. We caught up with Centorrino and founding guitarist Yudai “YD” Miyamoto to discuss the influences behind the record. Check that out below and make sure to pre-order The Weight Of Sound here!
Friends
YD: I am surrounded by so many amazing friends with diverse styles and backgrounds. They constantly inspire me, and through our mutual respect, we bring happiness to each other’s lives. This philosophy applies to my music as well. Every day, I connect with incredible sounds from all genres (not only HC/Metal), absorbing their essence to the fullest. My friends have taught me the beauty of respecting and learning from the greatness in others.
John: Our friends are our extended family. We invited them to be a part of our songs. David Simonich and I have wanted to work together for a long time. Karl Schubach has always been an inspiration to me and his interest was very humbling. I have also known Myke Terry for a very long time and it was great to finally work together.
Same with Taylor Barber. Watching him grow in the industry has been phenomenal and it’s been awesome teaming up. Jesse Leech is an inspiration to so many of us including everyone in this band. It was an absolute honor to have him sing on our song.
Vocalists
John: People like Karl Schubach, Olie Sykes, Sam Carter, Keith Buckley and so many more inspire me to be creative and profound with my lyrics. I want to bring you into my world.
Road of Life
John: We all live different lives and some of our lives have many ups and downs. So I like to use the road of life as a map for how I disguise my metaphors. It’s all very sarcastic in a way if you look closely. I try to use elements of stand-up comedy in how I structure the lyrics. The setup of the situation in the scenario and then the close.
My Authentic Self
YD: I believe in expressing music honestly, rooted in my own experiences and emotions. Instead of being swayed by trends, I choose to honor my own musical aesthetics and identity built over the years. I trust that true creativity is born from this authenticity.
Studio Ghibli
YD: The way epic storytelling blends with the music is seamless. I can feel Ghibli’s unique world through both the visuals and the sound, and its originality has had a profound influence on me. I can feel the elegance and delicacy of Japan in it, and I strive to reflect that subtle artistic depth in my own music.
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Geothermal Wildcatter Zanskar, Which Uses AI to Find Heat, Raises $115 Million
The company says it can unlock hidden troves of concentrated energy and squeeze out more from known fields through the use of AI.
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NBA Power Rankings: Biggest questions for all 30 teams halfway through the season
We’re two weeks out from the NBA trade deadline and midway through the 2025-26 NBA season, as tensions are high on which star player will be on the move next.
The Detroit Pistons stand firmly at the top of the East, stretching their lead over the Boston Celtics to 5.5 games after an exhilarating (and potential Eastern Conference finals matchup) on Monday.
In the West, the LA Clippers appear to be on the rise, recently riding a six-game win streak behind a Kawhi Leonard and James Harden surge. It’s a wave they’re hoping to ride as the battle for the top six teams in the conference is starting to heat up.
As teams around the league are preparing for the second half of an already exciting season, our NBA insiders checked in on the biggest questions surrounding each franchise as they start turning their attention to April.
Note: Team rankings are based on where members of our panel (ESPN’s Anthony Slater, Dave McMenamin, Jamal Collier, Kevin Pelton, Michael C. Wright, Bobby Marks, Tim Bontemps, Tim MacMahon, Vincent Goodwill and Zach Kram) think teams belong.
Previous rankings: Preseason | Oct. 29 | Nov. 5 | Nov. 12 | Nov. 19 | Nov. 26 | Dec. 3 | Dec. 10 | Dec. 17 | Dec. 24 | Dec. 31 | Jan. 7 | Jan. 14
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ATL | BOS | BKN | CHA | CHI | CLE
DAL | DEN | DET | GS | HOU | IND
LAC | LAL | MEM | MIA | MIL | MIN
NO | NY | OKC | ORL | PHI | PHX
POR | SAC | SA | TOR | UTAH | WAS
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2025-26 record: 36-8
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Previous ranking: 1
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Next games: @ MIL (Jan. 21), vs. IND (Jan. 23), vs. TOR (Jan. 25), vs. NO (Jan. 27)
Does Jalen Williams get his season on track?
Bad news for the best team in the league this week: Williams strained his hamstring and will sit out at least two weeks and possibly longer, according to the team. It has been a difficult season for Oklahoma City’s co-star. His wrist rehab required a second procedure; he acknowledged the challenges he faced rediscovering his game upon return, and now he’s staring at another lengthy absence. Without him, the Thunder will continue to rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, sturdy depth, and the continued rise of Chet Holmgren, who appears destined to be the second obvious All-Star for the Thunder. — Slater
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2025-26 record: 31-10
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Previous ranking: 2
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Next games: @ NO (Jan. 21), vs. HOU (Jan. 23), vs. SAC (Jan. 25), @ DEN (Jan. 27)
Just how good can their defense get?
Those who don’t believe in the Pistons as true contenders have been waiting for shooting and shot-creation deficiencies to doom the East leaders. Thanks to a hellacious defense, Detroit’s place among the elite remains safe. That has been especially true this month, as the team has given up a league-low 99.5 points per 100 possessions — eight points better than second-place Oklahoma City. And in fourth quarters this month, that number drops to 91.8. — Goodwill
Can San Antonio maintain its momentum?
The Spurs appear to be up to the task. In the locker room after San Antonio secured its third consecutive win Monday, in the third straight game that Victor Wembanyama drained at least four 3-pointers, second-year guard Stephon Castle discussed how beneficial the All-Star break would be for a young team still learning how to handle success. Besides the physical rigors of the first half of the season, with several players sitting out extended time because of injuries, the Spurs have successfully overcome the mental dynamic of being a team with a target on its back. — Wright
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2025-26 record: 29-15
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Previous ranking: 4
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Next games: @ WAS (Jan. 22), @ MIL (Jan. 23), @ MEM (Jan. 25), vs. DET (Jan. 27)
What is Peyton Watson‘s future in Denver?
Watson’s recent breakout presents key short- and long-term questions for the Nuggets. He has averaged an efficient 21.9 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.2 steals per game to help the Nuggets go 7-4 since Nikola Jokic went down, using an increased role to display off-the-dribble creation ability. How can the Nuggets utilize that once the three-time MVP returns? And how can the Nuggets afford to keep Watson as the potential contract value rises for the pending restricted free agent? Rival teams anticipate the Nuggets could look to trade Cameron Johnson or Christian Braun this summer if Denver deems re-signing the 23-year-old Watson a priority. — MacMahon
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2025-26 record: 26-16
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Previous ranking: 7
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Next games: vs. IND (Jan. 21), @ BKN (Jan. 23), @ CHI (Jan. 24), vs. POR (Jan. 26)
Can the Celtics rely on Jayson Tatum to return?
After Tatum’s public workout in Detroit on Monday, the question for Boston isn’t whether Tatum plans to return, but how good he will look when he does. Boston’s push to second in the East and a 50-win pace at the halfway mark of the season is proof that the Celtics will believe they can make it back to the Finals this season, even with Tatum sitting out most of the season. But if he can return at even 75% of his usual caliber this season, Boston probably would enter the postseason as the East’s favorites to make it to June. — Bontemps
Can Minnesota add some guard help between now and Feb. 5?
This question will continue to hang over the Timberwolves until either the trade deadline passes or they add much-needed guard help. Rob Dillingham, to this point, hasn’t worked out, and Mike Conley isn’t a long-term solution. Tim Connelly, Timberwolves president of basketball operations, is known for making big swings, and it’s fair to expect him to pursue another over the next few weeks — Bontemps
Can the supporting cast around Kevin Durant gain consistency?
Coach Ime Udoka remains confident in the Rockets’ bullying style of play without a bona fide facilitator running the show. Fred VanVleet, who tore his ACL in September, wants to return at some point this season. Until any potential comeback, young players such as Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard and Tari Eason need to continue to make strides alongside Jabari Smith Jr. in Houston’s point guard-by-committee approach. Durant and Alperen Sengun will continue to draw extra attention, but the supporting cast needs to consistently make opponents pay. — Wright
Is the recent slide a blip or a sign of things to come?
There’s nowhere to hide now; the Knicks are nearing crisis, as being booed at Madison Square Garden against a depleted Mavs team might be a low point. Since owner James Dolan’s proclamation that the Knicks “absolutely have to” reach the Finals, New York is 2-6. Since winning the NBA Cup title in Las Vegas, the defense has given up 119.6 points per 100 possessions, second worst in the league to the Jazz during that span. But it is important enough to note that the Knicks are just two games off their pace from last season (25-18 this season compared to 27-16 through 43 games in 2024-25). — Goodwill
How will Jalen Green be integrated into their success?
After making his return Tuesday, his first game action since early November because of a right hamstring issue, the Suns’ rotation will now shift to fit Green into the rotation. Adding a 23-year-old dynamic scorer is undoubtedly a good problem to have for first-year head coach Jordan Ott; shuffling things on the fly, however, is always a challenge, and Phoenix has had a good thing going so far this season and is riding a three-game win-streak. — McMenamin
Will they be able to significantly upgrade around the trade deadline?
With about $40 million in expiring contracts between Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent and Maxi Kleber, and either their 2031 or 2032 first-round draft pick to package in trade scenarios, can L.A. find some sorely needed two-way wing help? Yes, Austin Reaves‘ eventual return will provide a boost, but this roster needs more to resemble a true contender. — McMenamin
How does the Jimmy Butler III injury impact them?
Every level of the organization was reeling in the aftermath of Butler’s ACL tear, only beginning to come to grips with the seismic short- and long-term ramifications. The timing of it provides an opportunity. The front office has two weeks to assess the best path forward before the trade deadline. Should the team get more or less aggressive? Which picks should or shouldn’t be on the table? Does this change the Jonathan Kuminga calculus? There are several options available, but — considering Butler’s outsized importance — it’s hard to envision any that lead them back to even fringe contention. This was a franchise-altering injury. — Slater
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2025-26 record: 24-20
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Previous ranking: 12
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Next games: @ CHA (Jan. 21), vs. SAC (Jan. 23), @ ORL (Jan. 24), vs. ORL (Jan. 26)
Can the Cavs reestablish themselves as East contenders?
Due to inconsistencies and injuries up and down the roster — Darius Garland is sidelined again with a Grade 1 sprain of his right big toe, an issue that has plagued him since last season — the East’s preseason co-favorite has struggled to break free from the play-in picture. The Cavs, who have played better in recent weeks, hope to get right during the second half of the season and enter the playoffs looking more like the contender they expected to be. — Collier
Can the offense perk up to league-average efficiency?
Toronto ranks second in the East and fifth overall in defensive rating. But despite many highly paid perimeter players, the offense hasn’t kept pace: On that end, the Raptors rank 9th in the East and 19th overall, and every team below them has a losing record. Typical championship contenders must be at least league average on both ends of the court, so Toronto needs to show meaningful offensive improvement — or make a significant deadline trade — to enter the true contender conversation. — Kram
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2025-26 record: 23-19
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Previous ranking: 11
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Next games: vs. HOU (Jan. 22), vs. NYK (Jan. 24), @ CHA (Jan. 26), vs. MIL (Jan. 27)
What direction will the 76ers go in at the deadline?
Philadelphia has had a very encouraging first half of the season, settling into the middle of the muddled East playoff picture while continuing to get Paul George and Joel Embiid up to speed, and getting dynamic play from All-Star starter Tyrese Maxey and star rookie VJ Edgecombe. But will the 76ers look to improve the team, or to potentially duck the luxury tax? — Bontemps
Can Orlando stay consistent with a healthy team?
A projected top-4 team in the East before the season, the Magic have not won more than four consecutive games this season and are only four games above .500. The good news is that the Magic are beginning to get healthy with the return of Moritz Wagner and Franz Wagner. The bad news is that the lineup of Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. has started only 11 games, going 5-6 in that span. — Marks
Can the Heat find enough consistency to climb the East standings?
Before losing to Golden State on Monday, the Heat had their best win of the season against Oklahoma City at home. A positive of late has been Bam Adebayo‘s offense. In his past four games entering Tuesday night, Adebayo was averaging 21.3 points with 46.4% shooting from 3. Tyler Herro‘s health will be worth monitoring in the second half of the season. After a career-high 77 games and an All-Star breakthrough last season, Herro has played 11 of 44 games this season because of injuries to his left ankle, right toe, and, most recently, his ribs. — Marks
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2025-26 record: 22-22
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Previous ranking: 18
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Next games: vs. MIA (Jan. 22), vs. TOR (Jan. 23), @ BOS (Jan. 26), @ WAS (Jan. 27)
Will the Trail Blazers make the playoffs for the first time since 2021?
For the first time since falling out of the 2023 play-in race, the Blazers hit midseason thinking about the postseason. They successfully navigated a four-game absence from star Deni Avdija, splitting those games before winning in his return to the lineup Sunday. That got Portland to .500 for the first time since Nov. 14. With Jerami Grant and Jrue Holiday also back, the Blazers are healthier than they’ve been since starting the season 5-3. Now they’ll look to secure a play-in spot with an eye toward the postseason. — Pelton
How long can they sustain this run?
After losing 21 of their first 27 games, the Clippers’ turnaround has been remarkable in winning 13 out of 16. Their surge has landed them in the play-in tournament conversation, but can they elevate even higher in the second half? If Derrick Jones Jr. and Bogdan Bogdanovic can get healthy, Clippers coach Tyronn Lue will have more options down the stretch, with Kobe Sanders, Kobe Brown and Jordan Miller showing growth in the meantime. — McMenamin
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2025-26 record: 18-23
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Previous ranking: 22
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Next games: vs. ATL (Jan. 21), vs. NO (Jan. 23), vs. DEN (Jan. 25), @ HOU (Jan. 26)
Will Ja Morant finish the season in Memphis?
After Sunday’s game against Orlando — the type of explosive performance that has made Morant one of the NBA’s most popular players — the star guard expressed a desire to remain in Memphis. That probably won’t stop the brass from surveying a potential trade, but given the Grizzlies’ collection of talent that includes Cedric Coward, Jaylen Wells, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Zach Edey, this team could make a serious push for a play-in spot if Morant is committed to the cause and stays healthy. — Wright
Will the Bulls find a direction?
Chicago seems stuck in a time loop. At the midway point of the season, its record was 19-22. Its record at the midway point last season was 18-23. The year before, it was 19-22. How about the year before that? It was 19-22. The Bulls are again positioned for the No. 9 seed in the East and a fourth straight play-in tournament. Will anything about the rest of this season give fans hope for a different future? — Collier
Can the Hawks generate enough offense to stay competitive?
A 5-10 record in their past 15 games — including a four-game losing streak since Jan. 13 — has Atlanta clinging to the final playoff spot in the East. Besides health, the big question moving forward is whether the Hawks have enough offense. Atlanta has ranked 29th in offensive efficiency since Dec. 22. Atlanta ranks 16th in 3-point percentage, despite ranking third in attempts. The Hawks also rank third worst in free throw attempts. Jalen Johnson, a breakout star this season who is averaging 23 points, is averaging 16.3 points — fourth best on the team — during this four-game skid. — Marks
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2025-26 record: 16-27
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Previous ranking: 23
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Next games: vs. CLE (Jan. 21), @ ORL (Jan. 22), vs. WAS (Jan. 24), vs. PHI (Jan. 26)
How do the Hornets accelerate their rebuild?
On track to win the franchise’s most games since 2021-22, the Hornets will spend the second half evaluating a run at the postseason … in 2027. It’s clear Charlotte has one building block in place in Rookie of the Year contender Kon Knueppel. Meanwhile, LaMelo Ball‘s recent resurgence offers hope he can stick around long term. The Hornets must figure out how the rest of the players fit and where veteran talent could help accelerate the timetable, as we’ve seen with Detroit and Houston in recent seasons. — Pelton
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2025-26 record: 18-24
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Previous ranking: 20
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Next games: vs. OKC (Jan. 21), vs. DEN (Jan. 23), vs. DAL (Jan. 25), @ PHI (Jan. 27)
How can the Bucks salvage this season?
The Bucks are coming off a huge victory against the Hawks on Monday, a win that brings them to within striking distance of the No.10 seed and at least a spot in the East play-in tournament. But just sneaking in has not been the goal for the Bucks or superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Can the Bucks pull off a big trade at the deadline to build around Giannis and change their fortunes, or will they be able to put together a winning streak that can catapult the team up the standings? — Collier
Will Anthony Davis return to the Mavs’ lineup?
The team announced that Davis would be sidelined six weeks because of ligament damage in his left hand. And while the Mavs’ interim co-general managers continue to engage in trade discussions involving Davis, sources said that ownership does not feel pressure to make a deal if Dallas doesn’t get offers that it deems as good value. If Davis remains on the roster past the Feb. 5 deadline, expect discussions about whether it’s in the franchise’s best interest for the star forward to return at all this season. — MacMahon
When will the Jazz make winning as many games as possible the goal again?
This is the fourth season of Utah’s rebuild, and keeping the top-eight-protected pick owed to Oklahoma City — which turns to dust if not conveyed in this draft — is clearly the priority. There is optimism in the Jazz organization that a jump to competitiveness will be made this season. The team’s brass believes the Jazz have a solid core in place with Lauri Markkanen, Keyonte George, Ace Bailey and Walker Kessler, whom Utah intends to keep in restricted free agency. After the addition of another lottery pick, an true attempt to reach the postseason is anticipated next season. — MacMahon
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2025-26 record: 12-29
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Previous ranking: 26
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Next games: @ NYK (Jan. 21), vs. BOS (Jan. 23), @ LAC (Jan. 25), @ PHX (Jan. 27)
Will the Nets trade Michael Porter Jr.?
Brooklyn’s win over Chicago last week — the Nets nearly gave it away in the final quarter after building an 18-point lead — prevented this current slide from hitting the eight-game mark. Amid a 2-10 stretch, things appear to be quiet on the Porter trade front. The forward, who is having a career-best season, has plenty of interest around the league, but the Nets haven’t begun to seriously entertain anything as the deadline approaches. With a five-game road swing coming that takes Brooklyn into February, it will be interesting to see if talks heat up. — Goodwill
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2025-26 record: 12-32
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Previous ranking: 27
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Next games: vs. TOR (Jan. 21), @ CLE (Jan. 23), @ DET (Jan. 25), @ NYK (Jan. 27)
Is Domantas Sabonis on the team past the deadline?
After sitting out 27 games because of a meniscus tear, Sabonis quietly returned to the Kings‘ lineup this past week, easing back in a 20-minute bench role. The pre-deadline timing allows Sabonis to attempt to get a rhythm and prove to the league that he’s healthy, while the Kings, league sources said, plan to explore potential deals in the next two weeks. Sabonis is owed $42.3 million this season, $45.4 million next season, and $48.6 million in the final year of his current contract. It’s a hefty contract to move, but Sabonis is the type of talent who will intrigue certain midtier teams in search of a shake-up and an interior boost. — Slater
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2025-26 record: 10-35
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Previous ranking: 30
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Next games: vs. DET (Jan. 21), @ MEM (Jan. 23), @ SA (Jan. 25), @ OKC (Jan. 27)
With the Pelicans headed toward one of the NBA’s worst records, where do they shift their focus?
The development of rookie lottery picks Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen will take center stage the rest of the season. Since New Orleans has no lottery incentive to lose games, the Pelicans’ veterans around them might not get shut down early. But it’s also important for New Orleans to keep Trey Murphy III and Zion Williamson healthy while being cautious with the return of guard Dejounte Murray, out since January 2025 because of an ACL tear. That should allow Fears and Queen plenty of opportunities to work on their game. — Pelton
Will the pingpong balls cooperate at the draft lottery?
In 1996-97, the Spurs fell from a 59-23 record the previous year to 20-62 amid a slate of injuries. But that lost season brought in No. 1 pick Tim Duncan — and, eventually, five titles — to San Antonio. Fast-forward three decades, and Indiana’s injury-plagued gap year might end up being worth it in the end, if the Pacers land a top prospect in the draft. — Kram
How much does Trae Young play?
Despite a recent stretch of decent play, the Wizards are still nearly assured of finishing with a strong lottery position — and of retaining their top-eight-protected draft pick. ESPN’s Basketball Power Index projects Washington to finish with the NBA’s worst record. So the team’s biggest question, instead, is how much its new star acquisition plays as he works his way back from injury, and whether he can start to jell with his young teammates before the 2026-27 season. — Kram
Winter storm watch issued ahead of powerful storm in New Mexico
Winter storm watch issued ahead of powerful storm in New Mexico
INTO NEW MEXICO. BOOT HEEL. JUST SLIGHTLY BREEZY IN EASTERN NEW MEXICO ON THURSDAY. THEN ON FRIDAY WE GO INTO WEATHER IMPACT MODE. NOT UNTIL THE AFTERNOON. FOR A LOT OF US, THOUGH, IT’S THIS GRADUAL INCREASE HERE IN THE RAIN, SNOW AND WINTRY MIX. SHOWERS. LOOK AT HOW TEMPERATURES TURN MUCH COLDER ALREADY HERE ON FRIDAY AND EASTERN NEW MEXICO AND FRIDAY AROUND DINNERTIME. AND THEN THEREAFTER. THAT’S WHEN IT LOOKS LIKE THE SNOW SHIELD WILL REALLY START TO FILL IN HERE ACROSS PORTIONS OF CENTRAL NEW MEXICO AND ALSO AROUND ALBUQUERQUE. AND THEN SATURDAY, WE’RE JUST AFTER MIDNIGHT HERE SATURDAY MORNING. AND BOY, SNOW FILLS IN FOR THE DAYBREAK HOUR. SOME ICING IS GOING TO BE POSSIBLE HERE INTO SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO. AND SATURDAY MORNING COULD STILL HAVE SOME RAIN GOING FOR THE SOUTH, CENTRAL AND SOUTHWEST. BUT AS THAT COLD AIR CONTINUES TO GET DRAWN IN FROM THE EAST, WE CHANGE OVER TO MOSTLY SNOW. SHOWERS AND SNOW COULD BE HEAVY AT TIMES THROUGH THE DAY. SATURDAY WELL INTO SATURDAY EVENING. THAT’S A HIGH TEMPERATURE, JUST BARELY ABOVE FREEZING FOR ALBUQUERQUE. BY SATURDAY NIGHT. HERE’S HOW MUCH SNOW THE COMPUTER MODELS ARE THROWING DOWN SIGNIFICANT STUFF HERE THROUGH CENTRAL NEW MEXICO. BIG SNOW TOTALS UP AND DOWN THE CENTRAL MOUNTAIN CHAIN, AND POTENTIALLY SOME SIGNIFICANT SNOW FOR ALBUQUERQUE. THE EURO A LITTLE LESS SNOWY, BUT STILL SHOWING A VERY SIGNIFICANT EVENT HERE UP AND DOWN CENTRAL NEW MEXICO, THE CENTRAL MOUNTAINS, AND INTO PORTIONS OF EASTERN NEW MEXICO AS WELL. AND, YOU KNOW, A FEW INCHES OF SNOW COULD BE IN THE MIX FOR ALBUQUERQUE. SO GET READY FOR WHAT COULD BE A PRETTY FUN WEEKEND HERE. NOW HERE WE ARE, NORTHWEST NEW MEXICO HIGHS 40S LOWER 50S. CLOUDS BUILD TOMORROW, FRIDAY. WE DO HAVE THIS CHANCE AT SOME WINTRY MIX SHOWERS, BUT IT DOESN’T REALLY GET TOO HEAVY UNTIL AFTER MIDNIGHT SATURDAY. THAT’S OUR IMPACT WEATHER DAY WITH A CHANCE OF SNOW ACCUMULATION. VERY COLD NEXT WEEK. SOUTHWEST NEW MEXICO, UPPER 50S LOWER 60S TOMORROW. SAME TEMPERATURES AS THE CLOUDS BUILD. FRIDAY WILL BE RAIN AND THEN WINTRY MIX SHOWERS. AND THEN SATURDAY. THAT COULD BE AN ACCUMULATING SNOW DAY. A FEW LEFTOVER SNOW SHOWERS ON SUNDAY. HERE’S SOUTHEAST NEW MEXICO. IT’S TEMPERATURES ONLY IN THE 50S TODAY, BUT IT’S JANUARY. THAT’S NOT SO BAD. WE’RE A LITTLE WARMER TOMORROW AND THEN FRIDAY. IT DOES LOOK LIKE IT’S INITIALLY RAIN. THAT COULD BE FOLLOWED BY A PERIOD OF SLEET AND FREEZING RAIN, AND THEN OVER SNOW INTO SATURDAY, WITH SIGNIFICANT SNOW ACCUMULATION POSSIBLE SATURDAY. THOSE ARE HIGH TEMPERATURES FOR THE WEEKEND IN THE 20S WITH SOME LEFTOVER SNOW SHOWERS SUNDAY MORNING. NORTHEAST NEW MEXICO UP AROUND 50 TODAY. MILDER TOMORROW. FRIDAY. IT’S A LATE DAY ARRIVAL OF SOME WINTRY MIX SHOWERS. SATURDAY IS WHEN IT ALL GOES DOWN. HEAVY SNOW, ACCUMULATING SNOW, DIFFICULT TRAVEL, LEFTOVER SNOW SHOWERS SUNDAY, UPPER 40S TO AROUND 50 IN NORTH CENTRAL NEW MEXICO COULD HIT 50 IN SANTA FE TOMORROW. THEN IT DOES LOOK LIKE FRIDAY. WE’VE GOT THE RAIN AND SNOW ON THE INCREASE AND SATURDAY COULD BE A HEAVY SNOW DAY FOR THE ALBUQUERQUE METRO. WELL, THERE WE ARE, BACK IN THOSE LOW TO MID 50S THIS AFTERNOON WITH LOTS OF SUNSHINE. MORE CLOUDS AROUND TOMORROW, MAYBE A COUPLE WARMER FRIDAY IN THE PM HOURS REALLY AFTER 4:00 IS WHEN IT DOES LOOK LIKE RAIN AND WINTRY MIX AND SNOW SHOWERS BECOME LIKELY SATURDAY. WE DO HAVE A CHANCE AT PICKING UP A FEW INCHES
Winter storm watch issued ahead of powerful storm in New Mexico
CURRENT CONDITIONS | CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS | LIVE RADAR | UPLOAD YOUR WEATHER PHOTOS | TURN ON WEATHER NOTIFICATIONS A strong winter storm is expected to impact many parts of central and eastern New Mexico on Friday and Saturday. A winter storm watch has been issued ahead of the storm for many areas of the state. Snow amountsHeavy snow is possible in areas under the winter storm watch. Snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches can be expected in central and eastern New Mexico. Areas above 9,000 feet could see up to 16 inches of snow. Travel impactsTravel could become difficult, if not impossible for extended periods of time. Areas along Interstate 40 from Albuquerque to the Texas state line could see difficult travel with snow packed and icy conditions developing. Interstate 25 north of Albuquerque could see impacts from snow. Electrical grid impactsThe National Weather Service is warning of possible outages as accumulating snow could stress the power grid. Temperature impactsBitterly cold temperatures are also expected with the winter storm. The coldest temperatures will impact eastern New Mexico with the coldest temps seen on Sunday morning. Parts of eastern New Mexico should prepare for 48+ hours of below freezing temperatures. The risk of hypothermia and frostbite are also elevated as cold temperatures set in for New Mexico. Be sure to download the KOAT App to receive customized weather alerts. You can watch the latest forecast on the app, too.Check Live, Interactive RadarLive Weather ConditionsSevere weather alerts for your areaDownload the KOAT App on iPhoneDownload the KOAT App on Android
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CURRENT CONDITIONS | CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS | LIVE RADAR | UPLOAD YOUR WEATHER PHOTOS | TURN ON WEATHER NOTIFICATIONS
A strong winter storm is expected to impact many parts of central and eastern New Mexico on Friday and Saturday.
A winter storm watch has been issued ahead of the storm for many areas of the state.
Snow amounts
Heavy snow is possible in areas under the winter storm watch.
Snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches can be expected in central and eastern New Mexico. Areas above 9,000 feet could see up to 16 inches of snow.
Travel impacts
Travel could become difficult, if not impossible for extended periods of time.
Areas along Interstate 40 from Albuquerque to the Texas state line could see difficult travel with snow packed and icy conditions developing.
Interstate 25 north of Albuquerque could see impacts from snow.
Electrical grid impacts
The National Weather Service is warning of possible outages as accumulating snow could stress the power grid.
Temperature impacts
Bitterly cold temperatures are also expected with the winter storm.
The coldest temperatures will impact eastern New Mexico with the coldest temps seen on Sunday morning.
Parts of eastern New Mexico should prepare for 48+ hours of below freezing temperatures.
The risk of hypothermia and frostbite are also elevated as cold temperatures set in for New Mexico.
Be sure to download the KOAT App to receive customized weather alerts. You can watch the latest forecast on the app, too.
Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks as peace efforts overshadowed
KYIV, Ukraine — About 4,000 buildings in Kyiv remained without heating Wednesday, and nearly 60% of the Ukrainian capital was without power, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, after days of Russian bombardment of Ukraine’s power grid.
With temperatures falling as low as minus 20 C (minus 4 F) in Kyiv, Ukraine is seeing one of the coldest winters in years, deepening the hardship of Ukrainians almost four years after Russia launched a full-scale invasion.
A yearlong push by the Trump administration to stop the fighting hasn’t yielded any breakthrough, despite the American president issuing a series of deadlines, though efforts were set to continue.
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he plans to discuss peace proposals with Russian President Vladimir Putin as well as hold talks with a Ukrainian delegation.
“We need a peace,” Witkoff said at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
But with a dispute over Greenland’s future largely eclipsing other transatlantic issues at Davos, discussions about Ukraine’s defense looked likely to be sidelined.
Zelenskyy said last week his envoys would try to finalize with U.S. officials documents for a proposed peace settlement that relate to postwar security guarantees and economic recovery.
He added that the U.S. and Ukraine could sign the documents in Davos this week, but on Tuesday he said he wouldn’t be traveling to Switzerland and would focus on restoring power in Ukraine.
Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers is allocating 2.56 billion hryvnias (almost $60 million) from a reserve fund to purchase generators, Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said Wednesday.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Wednesday urged the 32-nation alliance’s military chiefs to press their national governments to supply desperately needed air defense systems to Ukraine, helping it fend off Russia’s aerial attacks.
“Please use your influence to help your political masters to do even more,” Rutte said in a video message to top brass as they met at NATO’s Brussels headquarters.
“Look deep into your stockpiles to see what more you can give to Ukraine, particularly air defense interceptors. The time really is now,” he said.
Russia launched 97 drones and a ballistic missile at Ukraine overnight, the Ukrainian air force said.
In the central Dnipropetrovsk region, attacks killed a 77-year-old man and a 72-year-old woman, according to Oleksandr Hanzha, head of the regional military administration.
Russia’s Defense Ministry said that air defenses downed 75 Ukrainian drones over several regions.
The international airports of Krasnodar, Sochi, Gelendzhik and Saratov briefly suspended flights overnight because of the drones.
In Adygea, more than 200 kilometers (120 miles) from the Ukrainian border, a Ukrainian drone caused a fire at an apartment building that injured 11 people, including two children, according to Gov. Murat Kumpilov.
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Lorne Cook in Brussels contributed to this story.
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Jelly Roll Explains How Weight Loss Made Him a Better Dad
Jelly Roll has reaped the benefits of his incredible weight loss across all aspects of his life, and that includes his relationship with his two kids.
“I’m a better father. I’m more present with my children,” the singer told Extra TV this week on the red carpet of a premiere event for Netflix’s Star Search reboot.
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Jelly says he’s using his newfound energy and physical ability to take on a classic “dad role” that he never thought would be possible for him.
How is Jelly Roll’s Weight Loss Journey Making Him a Better Dad?
The singer says he’s now coaching a sports team for his 9-year-old son Noah.
“You should see it, dude. I’m coaching my son’s basketball team this year,” he continues. “They’re kids, so it’s not like I’m coaching a competitive team here…but I just feel physically better.”
At his highest weight, more than 500 lbs, Jelly’s experience with his son’s team would be a very different one, he continues.
“When you’re 500 lbs, you wonder if they have a seat big enough for you somewhere. You know what I mean? You definitely don’t think about trying to coach a team. You wonder if there’s a bench you can sit on,” the singer points out.
Who Are Jelly Roll’s Kids?
Jelly is dad to two children: 17-year-old daughter Bailee Ann and 9-year-old son Noah Buddy.
The singer and his wife Bunnie Xo have had full custody of Bailee for several years, and Bailee’s mom, Felicia, struggles with addiction. Bailee opened up about her relationship with her birth mother in a February 2024 episode of Bunnie’s Dumb Blonde podcast.
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Meanwhile, Jelly co-parents Noah with his mother Melisa. Noah has typically remained further out of the spotlight than Bailee has due to his younger age and his mother’s wishes, but he’s a big part of Jelly’s family and often joins them for vacations and outings.
Noah and Jelly have been photographed together at some red carpets, and Noah has attended some industry events with his country star dad.
Fatherhood Has Always Been Part of Jelly’s Weight Loss Journey
Jelly and Bunnie hope to expand their family via IVF and surrogacy, and back at the beginning of his weight loss journey, that was an important motivating factor in his wanting to shed pounds.
He spoke about that in a 2024 appearance on the Bussin’ With the Boys podcast.
“My wife and I are talking about having a baby and it really made me realize, at almost 40, I was like, ‘That means I’ve got to live ’til at least 60. I’ve got to see this kid into college,'” he said at the time.
Jelly Roll’s Stunning Weight Loss Journey in 29 Pictures
Jelly Roll once weighed over 500 pounds, but as of January 2026, he’s close to 250. His weight loss journey wasn’t linear, however. These 29 pictures show how he put weight on and dropped in at various stages of his life, dating back to 2011.
Gallery Credit: Billy Dukes