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Tua Tagovailoa Plays Clapton’s ‘Tears In Heaven’ On Last Night’s ManningCast

Good morning, Sports fans!  It’s Davey Mac here with a huge Sports Report for ya!  Updates on the NBA Cup!  Football and hockey games in overtime!  Yankee hot stove!  And…

Miami Dolphins v San Francisco 49ers

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 04: Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Good morning, Sports fans!  It's Davey Mac here with a huge Sports Report for ya!  Updates on the NBA Cup!  Football and hockey games in overtime!  Yankee hot stove!  And more!  But first!

...Did you watch Monday Night Football last night?  Because if you were checking out the ManningCast, you missed a rather unique appearance from Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa.

Tua joined the show with his acoustic guitar...and then played Eric Clapton's "Tears In Heaven" as Peyton actually sung along with commentary from the game.  It was pretty fun.  Check it out.  And then...on to the Sports Report!

Bengals Beat Jags In OT

Let’s start with football…as the Bengals surprisingly beat the Jaguars last night on Monday Night Football…34 to 31 in Overtime.  Cincy kicker Evan McPherson drilled a 48-yard kick in O.T. to give the Bengals the win.  Cincy improves to 6 and 6.  The Jags fall to 8 and 4.

AFC Divisional Playoffs - Cincinnati Bengals v Tennessee Titans

 Evan McPherson #2 of the Cincinnati Bengals (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Saleh Says Wilson Not 'Reluctant' To Start

Staying with football…according to The Athletic, the Jets are leaning toward going back to Zach Wilson. However, the former No. 2 overall pick is reluctant to step back in under center.  Meanwhile, head coach Robert Saleh says Wilson is not reluctant and will play if asked.

Cincinnati Bengals v New York Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 25: Zach Wilson #2 and head coach Robert Saleh of the New York Jets talk during warmups before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at MetLife Stadium on September 25, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

NBA Cup Results

Basketball.  The Celtics were upset by the Pacers last night in the NBA Cup East quarterfinals…122 to 112.  Meanwhile, the Pelicans beat the Kings in the West.

Boston Celtics v Indiana Pacers: Quarterfinals - 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 04: Buddy Hield #7 of the Indiana Pacers attempts a shot while being guarded by Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter during the NBA In-Season Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 04, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

NBA Cup Tonight: Knicks Vs. Bucks

Tonight…the Knicks take on Giannis and the Bucks in Milwaukee for their quarterfinals matchup.  The Knicks come into the game at 12 and 7.  The Bucks are 14 and 6.

Charlotte Hornets v New York Knicks

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 28: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks leads the offense during the first half of an NBA In-Season Tournament game against the Charlotte Hornets at Madison Square Garden on November 28, 2023 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. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Lakers Vs. Suns

And in the West, you have the Lakers going against the Suns in L.A.  LeBron and company are 12 and 9.  Phoenix is 12 and 8.

Los Angeles Lakers v Washington Wizards

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on after scoring against the Washington Wizards during the second quarter at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2022 in Washington, DC. With the point, LeBron James passed Karl Malone to become second on the NBA's all-time scoring list. 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. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Flyers Take Down Pens In OT

Hockey.  The Flyers beat the Penguins in Overtime…2 to 1.  Philly improves to 13-10-2.

Pittsburgh Penguins v Philadelphia Flyers

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 04: Sean Couturier #14 of the Philadelphia Flyers (C) scores at 3:54 of overtime against Alex Nedeljkovic #39 of the Pittsburgh Penguins and is joined by Travis Konecny #11 (L) and Travis Sanheim #6 (R) t the Wells Fargo Center on December 04, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Flyers defeated the Penguins 3-2 in overtime. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Hockey Tonight: Devils Vs. Canucks

The Devils and Rangers were inactive.  Tonight the Devils face the Canucks in Vancouver.  The Devils are 11-10-1 for the season.

New Jersey Devils v Philadelphia Flyers

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 30: Jack Hughes #86 of the New Jersey Devils speaks with teammates during the third period against the New Jersey Devils at the Wells Fargo Center on November 30, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Rangers Vs. Senators

The Rangers take on the Senators in Ottawa.  The Rangers are 18-4-1 on the year.

San Jose Sharks v New York Rangers

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 03: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers celebrates his hattrick at 4:41 of the third period against the San Jose Sharks and is joined by Vincent Trocheck #16 (L) and Jonny Brodzinski #22 (R) at Madison Square Garden on December 03, 2023 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Sharks 6-5. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Yanks & Padres Trade Talks Slowing Down

Baseball.  Talks have slowed down the Yankees pursuit of All Star outfielder Juan Soto of the Padres.  San Diego reportedly is asking for seven players in return and the Yankees feel that is too steep.

San Diego Padres v Chicago White Sox

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 30: Juan Soto #22 of the San Diego Padres reacts after an RBI double in the second inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on September 30, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

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