Good morning, Sports fans! Davey Mac back with your final Sports Report of the week! We’ve got your matchups and scores for the NFL, NBA, NHL! But first!
As we reported yesterday on this site, Al Michaels was unexpectedly pulled from this year’s NBC playoff coverage of the NFL (in a move that surprised Michaels himself). NBC has three postseason games…and the legendary Michaels will not be broadcasting any of them.
PASADENA, CA – JANUARY 09: Play-by-Play, ‘Sunday Night Football’ & Super Bowl LII, Al Michaels speaks onstage during the NBCUniversal portion of the 2018 Winter Television Critics Association Press Tour at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena on January 9, 2018 in Pasadena, California.
So last night, on Michaels’ Thursday Night Football broadcast, the Raiders DEMOLISHED the Chargers…63 to 21. Raiders quarterback Aiden O’Connell threw for 248 yards, four touchdowns, and no interceptions. Meanwhile, the Chargers committed five turnovers which didn’t help. The Raiders improve to 6 and 8. The Chargers drop to 5 and 9.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 14: Defensive tackle John Jenkins #95 of the Las Vegas Raiders scores a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers during the third quarter at Allegiant Stadium on December 14, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
But it was Michaels who made the headlines from last night’s contest. Apparently the iconic sportscaster decided he’s had enough and…possibly fueled by the news that he won’t be involved with the NFL playoffs…good ol’ Al decided to rip the game itself. This made Al go viral as his lines were pretty funny. Check ’em out…
Come on, NBC. You’ve got to reconsider your decision to bench Al for the NFL playoffs. Not only is the guy an actual legend…but he’s hysterical and these lines prove it! Old, angry Al Michaels is probably my favorite broadcaster right now! It’s like having your fun uncle with his Scotch on the rocks making fun of a bad football game…and it’s awesome. Al Michaels deserves better. Fix this, NBC! The man’s an icon! I’m Davey Mac…that’s my two cents! Now on to the Scoreboard!
HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 13: Television announcer Al Michaels watches the Houston Texans warm up before the Texans play the New England Patriots on December 13, 2015 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
Nets Lose To Denver
Basketball…where the Nets lost to the Nuggets last night…124 to 101. Denver’s Nikola Jokic had 26 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists to get a triple-double in the game. The Nets fall to 13 and 11.
DENVER, COLORADO – DECEMBER 14: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets throws up a shot over Nic Claxton #33 of the Brooklyn Nets in the third quarter at Ball Arena on December 14, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA Tonight: Knicks Vs. Phoenix
The Knicks and 76’ers were off. Tonight the Knicks take on the Suns in Phoenix. The Knicks come into the game at 13 and 10. Tipoff time is 10 PM (EST).
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 27: Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks reacts with Jalen Brunson #11 after grabbing a rebound and drawing a foul in the final seconds of the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on October 27, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
76'ers Vs. Detroit
The 76’ers go against the Pistons in Philly. The Sixers are 16 and 7 this year. That game starts at 7 PM (EST).
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – DECEMBER 13: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers controls the ball against Isaiah Stewart #28 of the Detroit Pistons during the first half at Little Caesars Arena on December 13, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Flyers Defeat Caps
Over to hockey. The Flyers took down the Capitals…4 to 3. The Flyers improve to 16-10-3 for the season.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – DECEMBER 14: Joel Farabee #86 of the Philadelphia Flyers reacts after scoring during the third period against the Washington Capitals at the Wells Fargo Center on December 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Rangers Vs. Ducks Tonight
The Devils and Rangers were inactive. Tonight the Rangers face the Ducks in Madison Square Garden. The Rangers are 19-7-1 for the year.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 12: Blake Wheeler #17 of the New York Rangers (R) celebrates his second period goal against Toronto Maple Leafs and is joined by Mika Zibanejad #93 (L) at Madison Square Garden on December 12, 2023 in New York City.
Devils Vs. Blue Jackets On Saturday
The Devils next play on Saturday when they take on the Blue Jackets in Columbus. The Devils are 15-11-1.
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 13: Luke Hughes #43 of the New Jersey Devils looks on during the third period against the Boston Bruins at Prudential Center on December 13, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. The Devils won 2-0 in overtime.
Giants Vs. Saints Sunday
Back to football for this weekend’s matchups…at one o’clock on Sunday…the Giants (5 and 8) play the Saints (6 and 7). The G-Men are on a three-game win streak.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 11: Tommy DeVito #15 of the New York Giants looks to throw a pass against the Green Bay Packers during the third quarter in the game at MetLife Stadium on December 11, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Jets Vs. Dolphins On Sunday
The Jets (5 and 8) go against the Dolphins (9 and 4) in Miami. Zach Wilson is coming off his best game this season.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 10: Zach Wilson #2 of the New York Jets looks to pass during the second half in the game against the Houston Texans at MetLife Stadium on December 10, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Eagles Vs. Seahawks On 'MNF'
And on Monday Night Football, the Eagles (10 and 3) play the Seahawks (6 and 7) in Seattle. Philly will try to recover from back-to-back blowout losses to the Niners and Cowboys.
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – DECEMBER 10: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up prior to a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.
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