Good morning, Sports fans! Davey Mac back with your final Sports Report of the week before an action-packed couple of days in the NFL! We’ve got hockey and basketball scores, a Yankees update, and more…but first!
Are you ready for some football?! Hot damn, I AM! We’ve got two fantastic football double-headers on Saturday and Sunday and these games are GOOD. Let’s get into our NFL Playoff Preview right NOW! BOOM!
On Saturday at 4:30, you’ve got the Texans (10 – 7) Vs. the Ravens (13 – 4) in Baltimore. The Texans are coming off of a dominant performance where they crushed the Browns, 45 to 14. But, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson stands in their way. Lamar will most likely be named NFL MVP this year (which would be his second MVP) and he’s gonna be TOUGH to stop. Gimme Ravens over the Texans…34 to 24.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 31: Quarterback Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens drops back to pass against the Miami Dolphins in the first half at M&T Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland.
Then at 8:15 on Saturday night, it’s the Packers (9 – 8) Vs. the 49’ers (12 – 5) in San Francisco. Let’s be honest…did anyone see the 48 to 32 beatdown that the Packers just gave the Cowboys coming? I DID! I called the Green Bay over Dallas upset special LIVE on the radio! BOOM! For this game, Brock Purdy and company will not be denied. Niners: 37, Packers: 10.
LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 31: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers throws a pass during the second half of a game against the Washington Commanders at FedExField on December 31, 2023 in Landover, Maryland.
On Sunday at 3 PM, it’s the Buccaneers (9 – 8) Vs. the Lions (12 – 5) in Detroit. The Bucs are also coming off of a huge week where they knocked off the Eagles, 32 to 9. Will the Baker Mayfield magic continue in Detroit? Sorry…Lions head coach Dan Campbell will ensure that the clock strikes midnight on the Tampa Bay Cinderella Story. Lions: 27, Bucs: 6.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – JANUARY 14: Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions reacts with Sam LaPorta #87 during the second quarter against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs at Ford Field on January 14, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.
And at 6:30, the game we’ve been waiting for, it’s the Chiefs (11 – 6) Vs. the Bills (11 – 6) in Buffalo. Patrick Mahomes Vs. Josh Allen yet again in the playoffs. Two of the very best quarterbacks in the NFL continuing their rivalry! YES! And in all honesty, I’m glad they’re saving this game for last…because it truly is the main event this weekend. Mahomes and Allen are quickly becoming the Magic Vs. Bird of the NFL…two elite players who meet up in the playoffs year after year. I CANNOT WAIT FOR THIS GAME! As for as my prediction? Gimme Bills over the Chiefs in a thriller: 31 to 30. I’m Davey Mac…that’s your NFL Playoff Preview! Now on to the Scoreboard!
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – DECEMBER 10: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts with Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills after the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on December 10, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Knicks Take Down Wiz
We start with basketball…where the Knicks beat the Wizards…113 to 109. Amazing game for the Knicks Jalen Brunson as Brunson had 41 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists in the win…as the Knicks improve to 25 and 17…and are now 5th in the Eastern Conference.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 18: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks directs his teammates in the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on January 18, 2024 in New York City. 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: Nets Vs. Lakers
The Nets and 76’ers were inactive last night. Tonight the Nets take on LeBron James and the Lakers in L.A. Brooklyn is 16 and 24 (11th in the East).
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 22: Mikal Bridges #1 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Barclays Center on December 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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. Magic
The 76’ers go against the Magic in Orlando. The Sixers are 26 and 13 this season (3rd in the East).
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 15: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots during the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at the Wells Fargo Center on January 15, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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.
Rangers Lose To Vegas
Hockey. The Rangers lost to the Golden Knights last night…5 to 1. The Rangers drop to 28-14-2 on the year…still 3rd in the Eastern Conference.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – Kaapo Kakko #24 of the New York Rangers.
Flyers Beat Dallas
The Flyers defeated the Stars…5 to 1. Philly is now 25-15-6…4th in the East.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 18: Sean Walker #26 of the Philadelphia Flyers looks on after scoring during the first period against the Dallas Stars at the Wells Fargo Center on January 18, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Devils Vs. Columbus Tonight
The Devils were off. They play tonight when they face the Blue Jackets in Columbus. The Devils are 22-17-3 (currently 12th in the East).
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – JANUARY 17: Michael McLeod #20 of the New Jersey Devils skates against the Montreal Canadiens at Prudential Center on January 17, 2024 in Newark, New Jersey.
Yankees GM Cashman Discusses Stroman Signing
Baseball. The Yankees introduced new pitcher Marcus Stroman to the media yesterday. Yankee general manager Brian Cashman said he apologized to Stroman for comments Cash made in 2019 (implying Stroman wasn’t worth big money at the time). Cashman and Stroman say they’re all good now.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 17: Major League Baseball pitcher Marcus Stroman attends the game between the Houston Rockets and the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 17, 2024 in New York City. The Knicks won 109-94. Stroman was signed by the New York Yankees this week. 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.
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